Paul McCartney’s New Wings Anthology: What to Expect
The first anthology devoted exclusively to Paul McCartney‘s post-Beatles band Wings is set to be released on Nov. 7. Simply titled Wings, the set will be available across formats, including 1CD, 2CD, Blu-ray, 1LP, and limited-edition 3LP color vinyl. The…
Rock Artists Perform on Late Night TV Shows
The world of heavy music was vibrant on late night TV Monday (Sept. 8) as both Spinal Tap and Drowning Pool appeared on competing late night talk shows. In both instances, there was an added draw beyond their usual appeal…
Bold as Love Expands Its Release Schedule
Una versión ampliada del segundo álbum de Jimi Hendrix Experience está en el centro de un próximo box set. El Bold as Love de cuatro CD incluye versiones remasterizadas del segundo álbum del grupo, Axis: Bold as Love, de 1967,…
Nightwish’s Floor Jansen Critiques Christianity as Disgusting
The vocalist of Nightwish, Floor Jansen, has expressed her views on organized religion, stating that she finds certain aspects of Christianity’s backstory “disgusting.” This topic arose during a broader discussion with Brocade (seen below) about the possibility of a higher…
Styx Secured Their Future With a Single Album Release
Dennis DeYoung had landed some important songs in his early days writing for Styx. But when he wrote “The Grand Illusion”, he knew something felt different. “I kept looking at those lyrics and thinking about that song, there’s something there,”…
Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Conversation with Tom Morello
Tom Morello was the musical director for Ozzy Osbourne’s Back to the Beginning concert, and during a recent chat at the Rocklahoma festival, he revealed his final conversation with Ozzy. Morello was speaking with Rocklahoma Live host Johnny Dare and…
Eagles Announce Initial Concert Dates for 2026
Fans of the Eagles can now mark their calendars for the four concert dates in 2026. The band is continuing its 2025 residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas with shows scheduled later this week, as well as in October…
2024 HIV Diagnosis: Tallah Vocalist’s Open Letter
The Tallah vocalist Justin Bonitz has shared an open letter via Metal Hammer regarding his 2024 HIV diagnosis. The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) attacks cells that help the body fend off infections, making those infected immunocompromised [via HIV.gov]. Bonitz tested…
Masked Band Showdown: Mudvayne vs. Slipknot
Key Takeaways Anniversaries: Both Slipknot and Mudvayne are celebrating the 25th anniversaries of their debut albums. Hit Songs: Slipknot is known for tracks like “Wait and Bleed” and “Psychosocial,” while Mudvayne features hits such as “Dig” and “Not Falling.” Recent…
Sebastian Bach Ejects Fan Amid Profanity at Concert
Sebastian Bach had some choice words for a fan whom he ejected from a Chevy Metal concert in Las Vegas on Friday (Sept. 5), where he guested with the rock ‘n’ roll cover band formed by late Foo Fighters drummer…
Drums and Bass Performers for MTV VMAs Ozzy Tribute
Did you recognize the drummer and bassist from the Ozzy Osbourne tribute at the MTV Video Music Awards? While it was one of the more hyped performances of the night, not every face performing onstage was a household name. Prior…
Solo Songs Paul McCartney Excludes from Concert Setlist
Key Takeaways Chart-topping success: Paul McCartney has achieved 32 No. 1 singles on Billboard’s Hot 100. Concert favorites: His most performed songs often include hits like “Band on the Run” and “Maybe I’m Amazed.” Underplayed gems: Some albums, such as…