Elite Eight Teams Compete for Championship Glory
Only eight songs remain to compete for your votes in round two of our Best Rock Christmas Songs bracket. Some notable names – including the Kinks, the Pretenders, Bruce Springsteen, and Paul McCartney – were among the eight artists eliminated…
23 Rock and Metal Bands That Disbanded This Year
These 23 rock and metal bands either called things off completely or decided to retire from touring in 2025. Either way, their fans will see a lot less of them moving forward. Not all of these goodbyes were expected, either….
Lola Young’s First Public Appearance After Onstage Collapse
Key Insights Lola Young’s first public appearance occurred after a three-month hiatus due to health issues. The 24-year-old attended Lily Allen’s Christmas event in London, sharing the moment with Olivia Rodrigo. Young expressed gratitude on social media for the support…
Mick Abrahams, Original Jethro Tull Guitarist, Passes Away at 82
Mick Abrahams, the original Jethro Tull guitarist and founder of the blues rock band Blodwyn Pig, passed away on Friday at the age of 82. Martin Barre, who succeeded Abrahams in Jethro Tull and played with the band until its…
Best Metal Albums of 2025 Ranked for Fans
Here is Loudwire’s ranking of the 13 best metal albums of 2025. We’ve already singled out this year’s 51 best rock and metal albums overall, but now it’s time to get into the nitty-gritty, cut things down even more, and…
Rauw Alejandro Hosts Free Show in Dominican Republic for 2025 Closure
Desde hitos en la carrera hasta nuevos lanzamientos musicales, anuncios importantes y esos pequeños momentos significativos, los editores de Billboard destacan momentos inspiradores en la música latina. Esto es lo que sucedió en el mundo de la música latina esta…
Keith Richards Collaborations Beyond the Rolling Stones
Key Takeaways Richards initially focused on his role as the lead guitarist for the Rolling Stones. His first solo album, Talk Is Cheap, was released in 1988, leading to various collaborations. Richards has worked with numerous artists across different genres…
9 Rock and Metal Bands Leaving Spotify in 2025
Key Takeaways Band departures: At least nine rock and metal bands left Spotify in 2025. Reasons for exit: Concerns over artist compensation and ethical issues related to Spotify’s business practices influenced these decisions. Streaming alternatives: Most bands have moved their…
Nick Reiner’s Early Struggles Remembered by Teacher
A former yoga instructor who worked closely with the Reiner family during Nick Reiner’s childhood spoke about early behavioral challenges she witnessed years before the deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and producer Michele Singer Reiner. Explore See latest videos, charts…
42 Songs to Amplify Your Holiday Spirit
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without great music. While famous old carols and unstoppable pop hits seem to get the most attention, many of classic rock’s biggest acts have also released excellent holiday tunes. In some cases, rockers have found new…
Yngwie Malmsteen Addresses Former Singers in Recent Statement
Yngwie Malmsteen has employed multiple singers over the years, but the guitar great has let it be known through social media that he’s not on board with those vocalists using his “brand” to capitalize for their own solo ventures. The…
Olivia Dean Dominates ARIA Charts with Third Week at No. 1
Key Takeaways Olivia Dean’s success: Her album The Art of Loving has reached No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart for a third week. Women in music: Dean is the ninth female artist to achieve a No. 1 album in…