Mick Abrahams, Original Jethro Tull Guitarist, Passes Away at 82
Mick Abrahams, the original Jethro Tull guitarist and founder of the blues rock band Blodwyn Pig, passed away on Friday at the age of 82. Martin Barre, who succeeded Abrahams in Jethro Tull and played with the band until its…
9 Rock and Metal Bands Leaving Spotify in 2025
Key Takeaways Band departures: At least nine rock and metal bands left Spotify in 2025. Reasons for exit: Concerns over artist compensation and ethical issues related to Spotify’s business practices influenced these decisions. Streaming alternatives: Most bands have moved their…
Yngwie Malmsteen Addresses Former Singers in Recent Statement
Yngwie Malmsteen has employed multiple singers over the years, but the guitar great has let it be known through social media that he’s not on board with those vocalists using his “brand” to capitalize for their own solo ventures. The…
Scorpions Announce 2026 Tour After Tough Year
The Scorpions have already booked a big summer festival date for next year, following a string of mostly European shows. Their appearance at Estonia’s Tallinn Rock Festival will follow early 2026 concerts in Belgium, Hungary, and Finland. The Scorpions don’t…
Pantera Singer Terry Glaze Launches New Supergroup
Original Pantera vocalist Terry Glaze is back in a new supergroup called Axe Dragger, who just released their self-titled debut single. Glaze is joined by Fu Manchu guitarist Bob Balch, Dark Funeral bassist Fredrik Isaksson, and former Pentagram drummer Pete…
James Hetfield Reads a Classic Christmas Story by Metallica
Metallica has delivered an early Christmas gift for fans as James Hetfield has shared a spoken word narration of the beloved Christmas story, “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” which many recognize by its opening line, “Twas the night before Christmas.”…
Styx’s Second Rockin’ In Paradise: What to Expect in 2026
Styx will be Rockin’ in Paradise again in Miramar Beach, Florida, with some special guest bands. Next year, they’ll be joined by 38 Special, Tesla, Don Felder of Eagles fame, the Marshall Tucker Band, and Jefferson Starship, among others. The…
Best Rock Albums of 2025 Ranked for Music Lovers
Jakie były najlepsze albumy rockowe 2025 roku? Ostatnio podzieliliśmy się z Wami 51 Najlepszymi Albumami Rockowymi i Metalowymi 2025 roku, wśród których uznaliśmy Alienation zespołu Three Days Grace za Album Rockowy Roku, ale do tej pory nie przeszliśmy przez proces…
Christmas Album Release, Health Concerns and More
Gary Hoey’s latest Christmas album, Christmas Time Is Here, celebrates 30 years of his Ho Ho Hoey series and on Thursday (Dec. 18), he joined Loudwire Nights to celebrate the new record. Listen to the full conversation in the player…
Farewell Statements from Jane’s Addiction After Feud Ends
Former members of Jane’s Addiction announced they have resolved their differences following last year’s disastrous reunion tour and wish to part ways amicably. The road trip came to a dramatic halt when frontman Perry Farrell attacked guitarist Dave Navarro on…
Megadeth’s New Song ‘Let There Be Shred’ Lyrics Revealed
Megadeth is now three songs deep into their self-titled final album, and we have the new song and lyrics for “Let There Be Shred.” Dave Mustaine and Teemu Mantysaari are clearly enjoying themselves as they deliver some blistering guitar work…
AC/DC’s Song Inspired by Donald Trump?
Long before Donald Trump ever had political aspirations, he was grabbing headlines as one of New York’s most talked-about real estate moguls. Trump’s penchant for partying – and his numerous affairs – often grabbed tabloid headlines, and they even inspired…