Injury Forces Industrial Metal Legends to End Touring
Key Takeaways Health Update: Justin Broadrick underwent significant abdominal surgery for an inguinal hernia. Performance Halt: He has stopped live performances to avoid further health risks. Future Projects: Broadrick is working on two final albums for Godflesh while continuing with…
Kobalt Backs Sync Music with Nathan Wallace at Concord
Sync Music Global has finalized a major new partnership with Kobalt, covering worldwide sub‑publishing and administration for the company’s growing catalog. Under the deal, Kobalt will oversee global administration for Sync Music Global’s roster of songwriters and producers, while a…
Bruce Johnston Leaves Beach Boys After 60 Years
Bruce Johnston, a longtime member of the Beach Boys, has announced his departure from the group after more than 60 years. “It’s time for Part Three of my lengthy musical career!” Johnston explained in a statement shared with Rolling Stone….
’80s Rock Albums That Deserve More Recognition
Not every album finds its audience out of the gate, and in this feature, we’re shining a spotlight on 10 1980s rock albums that should have been bigger than their initial returns, which seem to have achieved more respect as…
Megan Moroney Achieves Rare No. 1 Among Women Country Artists
Key Takeaways Historic Achievement: Megan Moroney’s album Cloud 9 debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. First-Time Leader: This marks Moroney’s first time leading the Billboard Artist 100 chart. Concurrent Success: Moroney and Ella Langley are the first…
5 Ways Metallica’s ‘Master of Puppets’ Might Have Changed
There’s nothing you would change about Metallica’s Master of Puppets, right? Released on March 3, 1986, the band’s third album is widely regarded as their masterpiece, the point at which they took thrash metal to unprecedented levels of sophistication. But…
Ozzfest’s Return Confirmed by Sharon Osbourne
After discussing the potential return of Ozzfest earlier this year and teasing on social media, Sharon Osbourne has confirmed her plans to revive Ozzfest in 2027. What Did Sharon Osbourne Say About Ozzfest’s Return? While participating in a panel at…
Megan Moroney Delivers Her Own ‘Medicine’ on Tonight Show
Key Insights Megan Moroney’s success: Her album Cloud 9 debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Television performance: She performed “Medicine” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Historical achievement: Moroney’s album and Ella Langley’s single made history by…
Long Long Road: Ringo Starr’s New Album Coming in April
Ringo Starr will release a new album on April 24. Long Long Road marks the former Beatle’s second collaboration with producer T Bone Burnett, following 2025’s successful Look Up, his first country album in more than 50 years. Listen to…
Draiman Praises Shomo as Fronz Issues Apology for Homophobic Comment
Disturbed frontman David Draiman voiced his support for Beartooth’s Caleb Shomo following the mixed reactions to the band’s new single, “Free,” while Attila’s Chris Fronzak apologized for making homophobic remarks at Shomo’s expense. Beartooth released “Free” last Friday (Feb. 27),…
Hilltop Hoods to Have Dedicated Lane in Adelaide
Key Takeaways Recognition: Hilltop Hoods will have a lane named after them in Adelaide. Achievements: The group has sold over 1.1 million albums and won multiple awards. Historical Significance: Their song “Nosebleed Section” is preserved in the National Film and…
Baffling Classic Rock Lyrics That Will Surprise You
Even the best classic rock lyrics don’t necessarily stand up to scrutiny on their own. Rock critic Robert Christgau memorably noted that Bob Dylan’s “My Back Pages” was “a bad poem. But it is a good song, supported by a…