New Rock and Metal Tours Announced This Week
The excitement in the music scene is palpable as an impressive lineup of 24 new rock and metal tours has been unveiled over the past week. In addition to these tours, numerous festivals and benefit events have been announced to…
February Birthdays of Iconic Rock Stars
Curious About Which Rock Legends Are Celebrating Their Birthdays This February? Despite being the shortest month of the year?with or without a leap day?February is still brimming with celebrations! Are you ready to share your special day with some of…
Fortune Teller Blues: Sammy Hagar & Joe Bonamassa’s New Hit
Renowned musicians Sammy Hagar and Joe Bonamassa have joined forces to deliver an exciting new stand-alone single that is sure to captivate listeners. This collaboration showcases their combined talents and creativity, offering fans a fresh musical experience. Prepare to be…
Sum 41 Final Show Setlist and Video Highlights
Sum 41 has officially wrapped up their farewell tour with an unforgettable final concert on Thursday, January 30, in Toronto. This emotional night marked the culmination of their remarkable journey in the music industry, leaving both the band and fans…
Pink Covers Janis Joplin and Led Zeppelin at FireAid Event
Pink showcased her remarkable talent by performing a selection of classic rock covers at the highly anticipated FireAid event on Wednesday evening. The performance highlighted her versatility as an artist, captivating the audience with her powerful vocals. Following her emotionally…
Rockers Who Stopped Headbanging Due to Injuries
Headbanging is an iconic element of the rock and metal music culture that resonates deeply with fans. However, it comes with its own set of risks, as some rock musicians have had to cease this expressive movement due to injuries…
Adrian Belew’s Tribute to King Crimson May Release New Music
Adrian Belew’s extraordinary touring celebration of his iconic ’80s collaborations with King Crimson has captured widespread attention and acclaim since its announcement last April. Guitar virtuoso Steve Vai recently indicated that Beat, the ensemble featuring renowned Tool drummer Danny Carey…
2025 Rock + Metal Grammy Winners: Loudwire Readers Weigh In
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards are set to occur this Sunday, February 2, and we at Loudwire are eager to discover which nominees our readers believe deserve to win in the crucial rock and metal categories: Best Rock Album and…
Def Leppard’s ‘Stand By Me’ Cover Aids LA Fire Victims
Renowned rock band Def Leppard has unveiled their heartfelt cover of Ben E. King‘s iconic song “Stand by Me.” This powerful rendition aims to support the victims of the recent devastating wildfires in Southern California. You can listen to the…
Black Metal Show with Neo-Nazi Ties Shut Down by Venue
The owners of Harpos Concert Theatre have released an extensive statement addressing the events surrounding a concert on January 25 that was abruptly halted due to police intervention following online threats. The concert featured bands known for their troubling connections…
Nirvana Reunion: Dave Grohl Takes the Stage at FireAid
The surviving members of Nirvana came together for a surprise performance at FireAid, delivering an electrifying set that included four of the iconic grunge band’s classic tracks. This unexpected reunion marked Dave Grohl‘s much-anticipated return to the stage, especially following…
Fans Respond to Jerry Cantrell’s New Songs with Excitement
On Thursday’s Loudwire Nights (Jan. 30), celebrated guitarist and songwriter Jerry Cantrell joined host Chuck Armstrong to dive into the details of his latest solo album, I Want Blood, which has quickly become one of the standout albums of 2024….