Motley Crue Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Nikki Sixx
This year marks the 45th anniversary of Motley Crue (who formed in Hollywood, Calif. in 1981). To commemorate the occasion, Motley Crue and founding bassist Nikki Sixx have shared heartfelt reflections on the band’s early days (including Sixx humbly reminding…
Jason Momoa ‘Terrified’ About Back to the Beginning Show
You might remember that actor and avid metal enthusiast Jason Momoa emceed the historic Back to the Beginning show last July. While he surely had a great time, Momoa recently revealed why he was also “terrified” to host the event…
Best Alt-Rock Ballads of the ’90s: Top 11 Picks
Key Takeaways Emotional Resonance: The 1990s alternative rock ballads showcased deep vulnerability and introspection. Stripped-Down Sound: Many ballads featured minimal instrumentation paired with personal lyrics. Cultural Impact: These songs influenced future generations of artists to explore emotional depth in their…
Metallica Finalizing Sphere Residency Plans Soon
Metallica are nearing the completion of a residency deal at the Las Vegas Sphere, according to a report by The Sun. A source based in Las Vegas reportedly informed the publication that the band has been finalizing the details for…
Motograter Reunion Rumors Addressed by Ivan Moody in Video
After recent rumors fueled speculation that Ivan Moody might be returning to his former band Motograter, Five Finger Death Punch posted a lengthy explanation on his Instagram account regarding the situation with his former group and how he’s helping to…
New Rock and Metal Tours Announced This Week
This week saw a resurgence of tour announcements, with 25 new tours revealed in just seven days, alongside significant updates from nine rock and metal festivals. Five Finger Death Punch has unveiled a series of tour dates to celebrate their…
New Rock and Metal Albums Announced This Week
We are only halfway through January and the release schedule is heating up. Here are five of the biggest new album announcements that took place this week. While a handful of big names had already committed to new records this…
Metal Song Stephen Pearcy Wants at His Funeral Revealed
Thankfully, we still have Ratt singer Stephen Pearcy among the living, but during a recent Q&A conducted with his publicity firm SRO, the vocalist shared which song he would love to be played at his funeral. According to Pearcy, not…
Slipknot’s Clown Discusses Upcoming Album Status
It has been some time since Slipknot released their last original album, and percussionist and band leader Shawn Crahan has provided a brief update on the current status of the band. This period has been busy since The End, So…
2026 Inkcarceration Festival Lineup Announced
The lineup for the eighth annual edition of the Inkcarceration Festival has been revealed. Once again, a who’s who of heavy music and tattoo art will be taking over the historic Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio for a weekend…
Tit-tar Explained: Studmuffin Supreme’s Viral TikTok Journey
What began as a humorous shirtless tribute to a metal icon has transformed into a viral sensation, thanks to a Kentucky man and his innovative “tit-tar” skills. How the ‘Tit-tar’ Began Like many metal fans, Aaron Hartman, known online as…
10-Year-Old Rock and Metal Albums Celebrating in 2026
As the calendar hits 2026, it’s hard to believe that a decade has flown by for these rock and metal albums that are about to be spotlighted. The year 2016 was not only the year we lost the iconic chameleonic…