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Rocky and the Sweden do not hail from Sweden. The band is based in Tokyo, Japan, and is at the forefront of Japanese hardcore. Given their foundation in 1996 and debut album in 1998, the group's output was relatively limited. After three decades in business, Rocky and the Swedes are launching their next studio effort,... Continue Reading →
Textures is one of the most well-established names in Dutch progressive metal. Founded in 2001, the band debuted in 2003 with “Polars”. This marked the beginning of their journey to becoming a key player in the world of sophisticated metal. However, things never last forever, and Textures announced their split in 2017, with a final... Continue Reading →
Queensrÿche, a pioneering force in the progressive metal genre, is set to return to Europe this summer for a series of highly anticipated performances. One of these shows is scheduled to take place at Markthalle in Hamburg on June 16th, 2026. Support: Rivers Of Nihil
The Damned are back with a new album. Entitled “Not Like Everybody Else”, it is the latest offering from the British punk and gothic rockers. The album features ten cover versions and is dedicated to the band's founding member, Brian James, who passed away on 6 March 2025. Dave Vanian, Captain Sensible, Rat Scabies, Paul... Continue Reading →
"Panorama" is the title of the upcoming album from the Swedish prog rock band Hällas. The Jönköping-based quintet, founded in 2011, has released three albums to date. “Panorama” is the band's fourth studio effort, continuing their “adventure rock” endeavor. With roots in 1970s progressive rock and heavy metal influences, Hällas has established itself as a... Continue Reading →
One of the most prominent rock supergroups, the Hollywood Vampires, will be touring again in the summer of 2026. In August, the band featuring Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper, Joe Perry (Aerosmith), and Tommy Henriksen (Crossbone Skully, guitarist Alice Cooper) will perform three exclusive arena shows, with appearances in Nuremberg (August 25, 2026, PSD Bank Nürnberg... Continue Reading →
Fans of the Finnish rock band Sweatmaster may be looking for new material, and their wish has been heard. After launching the 2010 album "Dig Up the Knife," there was radio silence from the trio. Sweatmaster went on hiatus, which ended a few years ago with live shows. As is often the case, the shows... Continue Reading →
Thunder is a hard rock band from the UK that has enjoyed great success. Founded in 1989, the band launched a highly successful debut album called “Backstreet Symphony” that acted as a springboard for “Laughing on Judgement Day”. This second album also entered the charts outside the UK, and both albums paved the way for... Continue Reading →
Erection from Regensburg stand for straightforward punk ‘n’ roll. With their single “Ich will mehr” (I want more), released on January 9, 2026, the band led by punk queen Julia sent out a new sign of life last week. With their second album, “Plug It In,” set to be released on May 8, 2026, they... Continue Reading →
Along with Chapter 24 – “Frater Is Delegating” – of their popular web series, Ghost are dusting off a gem from their archives today: the Pet Shop Boys cover “It's A Sin” is now available to stream on all major DSPs for the first time! Previously, the song was only available as a 7'' vinyl... Continue Reading →
Death Dealer is a band from California. This line-up came together in 2012 and is pretty much a supergroup. At least the band members have been around in the heavy metal scene for a while. Stu Marshall, Ross the Boss, Sean Peck, Steve Bolognese and Mike LePond are all experts when it comes to heavy... Continue Reading →
While the news of Megadeth's final album was perhaps not entirely unexpected, it was still shocking. Founded in 1983 by Dave Mustaine, the band is one of the pioneers of thrash metal. The band's career is now coming to an end, and they have released 16 albums, including classics like "Peace Sells…But Who's Buying", "Countdown... Continue Reading →
"Mountains of Madness" is the fourth album from Total Annihilation. The Swiss death metal band kicks off the year with a new sonic blast featuring eleven chapters. Total Annihilation started in 2006, and in their 20th year of existence and six years after revealing "…on Chains of Doom", the five-piece launch a roaring metal blast.... Continue Reading →
Black Label Society kicks off 2026 with "Engines of Demolition", their first studio album since 2021, out March 27, 2026. BLS’ heavy hitting newest single and video “Name In Blood” is streaming everywhere now and you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/u4C0g5gFr1Y?si=X8ruEZ11WkJMRyNk Zakk began writing "Engines of Demolition" in 2022 during his relentless Pantera Celebration World... Continue Reading →
Trailblazing metal collective Metal Allegiance has returned with their brooding new single, “Black Horizon”. Their first release of original music since 2018, the song features roaring opening riffs from guitarist Alex Skolnick (Testament) and vocalist William Duvall’s (Alice In Chains) ominous howls, painting an apocalyptic scene. Mark Menghi (King Ultramega) on bass and Mike Portnoy... Continue Reading →
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