New Rock and Metal Tours Announced This Week
It seems we’re in a lull for new tour announcements of late, with 10 new rock and metal tours revealed over the course of the last week. That said, some of the newly added runs are very limited, whether it…
The Greatest Showman Musical Coming to London’s West End in 2027
Key Takeaways Production Announcement: Disney Theatrical Group confirmed the stage adaptation of The Greatest Showman will debut in spring 2027. Main Cast: Oliver Tompsett and Samantha Barks will star as P.T. Barnum and Charity Barnum, respectively. Musical Score: The original…
Neil Peart’s Widow Eased Anika Nilles’ Nerves as New Rush Drummer
Rush drummer Anika Nilles recalled how a message of support from Neil Peart’s widow calmed her nerves in the run-up to her debut as his replacement. The German musician underwent a five-day audition before Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson decided…
CKY Song Features Solo by Late Mastodon Guitarist Brent Hinds
CKY has debuted the new song “Beware of the Heartless,” featuring a guitar solo recorded by Mastodon legend Brent Hinds before his tragic death last August. Hinds, who was ousted from Mastodon in March of 2025, tragically passed away on…
Bruce Springsteen Biographer and Critic Passes Away at 76
Dave Marsh, one of the most influential music writers of his generation and a passionate activist for health care, social justice, and freedom of expression, died on Friday (Aug 14). The cause of his death has not been reported, but…
Conservative Republican’s Role in Making Woodstock Happen
In 1970, Joni Mitchell sang about Woodstock, even though she didn’t perform at or attend the festival: “I’m going on down to Yasgur’s Farm / I’m gonna join in a rock and roll band / I’m gonna camp out on…
Best Technical Death Metal Albums of the 2000s
W latach 2000-tych, headbangerzy byli serwowani nü-metalem na mainstreamowej scenie, ale istniało wiele wspaniałych artystów, którzy stawali się legendami jutra. Necrophagist rozpoczęli swoją krótką serię niezwykle wpływowych albumów, podczas gdy Nile przynosili związane z Egiptem zniszczenie masom. Nowicjusze tacy jak…
BTS’ J-Hope and RM at Drake Show and Canada News Highlights
BTS are already enjoying Toronto’s concert scene. J-Hope and RM, two members of the globally successful K-pop group, enjoyed a night out on Wednesday night (Aug. 12), attending a blockbuster summer concert in Toronto: Chris Brown and Usher’s second and…
Urine Shortage Threatens ‘Who’s Next’ Cover Success
Who’s Next arrived on Aug. 14, 1971, featuring a selection of songs that would become some of the Who’s most cherished, along with a cover image that Pete Townshend once described as “pissing on the obelisk.” The story behind this…
Dee Snider Addresses Kelly Osbourne’s Ozzy Comments
Kelly Osbourne has responded after taking offense to comments made by Dee Snider while the Twisted Sister frontman was fielding questions and comments from fans on X. While Snider discussed various topics, the conversation turned to Osbourne and his working…
Courtney Love Reveals She ‘Almost Died’ in 2019
Key Takeaways Album Completion: Courtney Love announced that her new album is finished. Health Issues: She revealed a serious health scare after moving to London. Social Media Break: Love is taking a break from social media to focus on her…
Rock’s Biggest Tours: Fall 2026 Preview
Best-selling tours are typically summer events, when the weather is pleasant and rock fans have vacation days available. Often, even the most sought-after autumn tickets are for tours that started in warmer months. Fall 2026 certainly has its share of…