Nicko McBrain’s Final Performance with Iron Maiden
On Saturday night, Nicko McBrain performed his final show with the legendary heavy metal band Iron Maiden. This poignant moment marked the end of an era for both the band and its devoted fans. Earlier that day, the band’s longtime…
Lucky to Be Alive: Jake E. Lee on Bullet That Missed Spine
Jake E. Lee, the renowned guitarist who played with Ozzy Osbourne, expressed his profound relief that the second of three bullets that struck him during a terrifying late-night incident in October narrowly missed his spine. This harrowing experience has led…
Iron Maiden’s New Live Drummer: Fans Share Their Reactions
The iconic heavy metal band Iron Maiden has announced that Simon Dawson, who has played alongside Steve Harris in his other project, British Lion, will be stepping in as the band’s new live drummer. This exciting update has generated a…
2025 Tour Announcement from Kraftwerk
Kraftwerk, the pioneering German electronic music group, has officially unveiled their highly anticipated North American tour for 2025. This exciting Multimedia Tour will mark a significant milestone, celebrating the 50th anniversary of their groundbreaking album Autobahn. The tour promises to…
Dream ’80s Live Band: Dee Snider’s Flaw in the Lineup
Dee Snider shares an intriguing glimpse into his musical aspirations, revealing that he once conceptualized his dream live band. However, he also acknowledges a significant flaw in his vision that might have impacted the performance dynamics. Unveiling the Star-Studded Lineup…
AI Could Cut Musicians’ Income by 20% in Three Years
A groundbreaking global economic study has revealed alarming insights into the impact of artificial intelligence on the creative industries, particularly highlighting that professionals within the music industry may face a staggering loss of over 20% of their income in just…
My Dying Bride’s First Show with New Lead Singer Announced
In a groundbreaking announcement, My Dying Bride has revealed they will perform live for the first time without their iconic frontman, Aaron Stainthorpe. This marks a significant shift for the band, known for their profound influence in the Doom Metal…
Kiss Faces ‘Serious Risk’ in Wig Roadie Lawsuit, Judge Warns
A Los Angeles judge has urged the iconic rock band Kiss to seriously consider reaching a settlement regarding the impending court case filed by their former wig technician. The judge warned that the band could face significant financial repercussions if…
New Rock and Metal Tours Announced This Week
In an exciting development for music lovers, a staggering 21 new rock and metal tours have been announced just within the past week. We hope you?ve saved some money for these electrifying concerts after your Black Friday shopping spree. This…
Playing With Joe Walsh: Don Felder Shares the Fun Challenge
Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder recently shared his insights on the thrilling experience of collaborating with fellow musician Joe Walsh, describing it as a “fun challenge.” This engaging conversation took place with UCR?s Matt Wardlaw, where Felder elaborated on his…
Neil Young’s ‘Mirror Ball’: The Creative Journey with Pearl Jam
Pearl Jam made waves with the release of their third studio album, Vitalogy, in late 1994, during a period of frenetic growth in their popularity. Among the most unexpected and exciting developments of that era was the band?s collaboration with…
Nicko McBrain Announces Retirement from Iron Maiden Touring
Legendary drummer Nicko McBrain is set to perform his final concert with Iron Maiden, marking the end of an iconic era for the band. The beloved drummer, who faced significant health challenges after suffering a stroke in January 2023, made…