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The Damned will release “Not Like Everybody Else,” a covers album dedicated to the memory of founding guitarist Brian James, who passed away last March. The album will drop January 23rd. James recorded two albums with The Damned in the ’70’s before founding Lords Of The New Church. The Damned have released a dozen albums to date (between…
Guns N’ Roses have dropped two new singles: “Atlas” and “Nothin’.” “Atlas” is a heavy-duty grinder while “Nothin’ provides a change of pace with a keyboard/guitar driven power ballad. Both songs were initially recorded during the (extended) “Chinese Democracy” sessions but were shelved. The tracks were recently reworked with contributions by original band members, guitarist Slash and…
“Megadeth: Behind The Mask” will debut on screens worldwide Thursday, January 22nd — a day before the release of the band’s self-titled seventeenth and final studio album. “This cinema event is a celebration of the riffs, the intensity and the uncompromising spirit that have defined Megadeth’s legacy,” explained Megadeth founder/frontman Dave Mustaine. “I can’t wait to…
On what would have been Ozzy Osbourne’s 77th birthday, the Deputy Lord Mayor of Birmingham (U.K.), Councillor Ken Wood, presented the Lord Mayor’s Award to Ozzy Osbourne in a private ceremony celebrating his life and legacy. The award was accepted by daughter Kelly Osbourne on his behalf of the Osbourne family. “Ozzy Osbourne was more than a music icon—he…
Alter Bridge have released the single “Playing Aces.” The track is from the band’s self-titled eighth album, due January 9th. “The term ‘Playing Aces’ ties in with the gambling analogy of risking everything regardless of how many times you’ve failed in life,” explained vocalist/guitarist Myles Kennedy. “It’s a last-ditch effort to come out on top.” The…
Mammoth (formerly Mammoth WVH), led by Wolfgang Van Halen, has announced a 2026 headlining tour. The 19-date trek will kick off on March 5th in Buffalo and conclude on April 4th in Prior Lake, MN. The End Mammoth has logged three #1s on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs Airplay chart: “The End,” “Distance” and “Don’t Back Down.” “The…
The Pretty Reckless has released the official music video for “Where Are You Christmas?,” from the band’s recently released Christmas EP, “Taylor Momsen’s Pretty Reckless Christmas.” The video stars frontwoman Taylor Momsen who returns to the role of Cindy Lou Who from the ’00 film “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas.” Her character wonders if Whoville has forgotten the true meaning of…
Asking For A Friend” is the Foo Fighters 15th song to top Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart (dated 12/6). Asking For A Friend “Asking For A Friend” takes over the #1 spot from Five Finger Death Punch (featuring Babymetal). “The End” was FFDP’s 17th chart leader. Only FFDP, Three Days Grace and Shinedown have scored more…
Evanescence has announced a world tour for 2026. The trek will kick off in West Palm Beach, FL and run through the end of October. Following the North American dates, the band will head for Europe. Support on the run will come from Spiritbox, K. Flay and Nova Twins for selected dates. . “It’s going to be a…
Brian Burkheiser has released a cover of Taylor Swift’s “Look What You Made Me Do.” “I’m excited to finally share a song with you,” stated Burkheiser. “I chose this cover because it truly resonates with me and serves as a nod to what first sparked my career.” Look What You Made Me Do Burkheiser had handled the clean vocals…