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With "Leave It All Behind", Sinner present the next single from their upcoming and final studio album, Boom Bang Goodbye, set for release on July 31, 2026, via RPM. The track begins with the atmosphere of a classic power ballad and gradually builds in intensity before culminating in a soaring, anthemic refrain. Combining '80s-inspired melodies with... Continue Reading →
In the mid- to late 1980s, Whitesnake exploded from a popular British hard rock band into a worldwide phenomenon, becoming one of the decade's most successful rock acts. This fall, Craft Recordings revisits that landmark period with vinyl reissues of Slide It In (1984), Whitesnake (1987)1, and Slip of the Tongue (1989). Powered by hits including “Here I Go Again,” “Is... Continue Reading →
Introducing Deep Purple is like carrying coals to Newcastle. Few bands have left such an indelible mark on rock music as the legendary outfit from London, England. With timeless classics such as “Smoke on the Water” firmly embedded in rock history, Deep Purple have earned their place among the genre’s true giants. Nearly six decades... Continue Reading →
The acclaimed rock band John Diva & The Rockets Of Love released their new single “S.M.I.L.E.” today, along with an official visualizer—a preview of their upcoming album Your Favorite Drug, which will be released on October 16, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/EdIT6NawzhI?si=ARdBi6hDqEZx5AbJ The band comments: “Summer starts now—and John Diva calls for ‘Good... Continue Reading →
Deep Purple are releasing their new single, “Guilt Trippin’,” today—just a few days before the worldwide release of their new studio album, SPLAT!, on July 3. What begins with a deceptively gentle piano intro develops into one of the most unpredictable and rousing moments on SPLAT!—and one of Ian Gillan’s most impressive vocal performances on the album. Behind... Continue Reading →
Swedish hard rock newcomers Velveteen Queen have released the video for their new single, “Adrenaline.” The song is the next single from their highly anticipated album, The Greater Good, which will be released on September 18 via Silver Lining Music. Bursting with energy and attitude, the new single “Adrenaline” is a rousing, riff-laden anthem that celebrates... Continue Reading →
In tribute to Chris Cornell, King Ultramega presents a high octane interpretation of Soundgarden's "Loud Love" joined by Lzzy Hale (Halestorm) leading on vocals, Alex Skolnick (Testament / Metal Allegiance) on guitars and drum performance by Dave Krusen (Pearl Jam). King Ultramega are raising funds and awareness for MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s nonprofit that provides... Continue Reading →
One thing is clear: L.A. Guns, whose legend began over four decades ago on the Sunset Strip, are among the most influential bands in the realm of glam, hard rock, and hairspray. Countless bands have modeled their sound and stage presence after them; to this day, they remain one of the central bands of a... Continue Reading →
They’ve been around for over 40 years and are as loud and wild as ever: the hard rock and glam rock legends Faster Pussycat are coming to Germany in September for three shows in Hamburg, Berlin, and Cologne! From the depths of the LA glam rock scene that dominated the mid-’80s, a group of nonconformist... Continue Reading →
Joseph Tholl already has a rich history in rock and metal. The Swedish musician was a founding member of Enforcer, and after leaving the band, he started a new outfit called Black Trip. Last but not least, he joined Tribulation as a guitarist. Alongside all these commitments, Tholl also released a solo album called “Devil’s... Continue Reading →
Following the previously announced club shows in June 2026, The Last Internationale are adding four more dates to their German tour in November. The New York duo—featuring singer Delila Paz and guitarist Edgey Pires—will once again bring their explosive live show to Germany, with additional stops in Munich, Karlsruhe, Berlin, and Hamburg. For years, the... Continue Reading →
After selling 45,000 tickets and playing sold-out open-air shows in Germany in the summer of 2026, Foreigner will return to the country’s largest indoor arenas in October 2027 with their 50th Anniversary Arena Tour—featuring Europe as a special guest. The tour is a direct continuation of the sold-out open-air campaign celebrating the band’s anniversary and... Continue Reading →
Saga is a Canadian rock band that was formed in 1977 in Oakville, Ontario. Formed by bassist Jim Crichton and singer/keyboardist Michael Sadler—along with Ian Crichton, Steve Negus, and Peter Rochon—the group has been delivering a distinctive blend of melodic progressive rock, complex synthesizer arrangements, and catchy guitar riffs for more than four decades. The... Continue Reading →
I first listened closely to Jared James Nichols's music back in 2018. He was the special guest on the L.A. Guns tour, which brought them to Leiden in The Netherlands. Back then, it was already impressive what the singer/guitarist brought to the stage, and the audience's enthusiastic reaction spoke volumes. Eight years later, Nichols is... Continue Reading →
Raw energy meets uncompromising rock ’n’ roll: The Australian band C.O.F.F.I.N has been shaking up the international rock scene for over 20 years and is coming to Germany in the winter of 2026. C.O.F.F.I.N stands for “Children Of Finland Fighting In Norway”—it’s not really surprising that the four band members came up with this name... Continue Reading →
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