Legendary thrash metal band Megadeth is gearing up for a fierce return to North America with their highly anticipated “Destroy All Enemies” tour. Following the success of their “Crush The World” Tour and a series of European festival appearances, the iconic group is set to dominate the U.S. starting August 2 in Rogers, Arkansas, and […]
Serj Tankian, best known as the dynamic frontman of System of a Down (SOAD), embodies a fascinating blend of artistry and activism. This heavy metal icon, who can shift seamlessly from gut-wrenching screams to the tender strains of Armenian folk songs, is a man of many talents and passions. As he launches his memoir, Down […]
The results are in, and Nickelback has clinched the title of the ultimate dad rock band in a new survey conducted by merch website Merchoid. The poll, which asked 3,000 Americans which band they believed epitomizes dad rock today, saw Nickelback emerge victorious with 26% of the vote. This put the Canadian rockers well ahead […]
For the first time in more than 20 years, legendary metal band Pantera will be storming the UK concert scene with a highly-anticipated tour this February. The iconic group, renowned for shaping the metal genre, will offer fans a powerful live experience that includes classic hits like “Walk,” “Cowboys From Hell,” and “Cemetery Gates.” Formed […]
After carving out their niche in the Orange County metalcore scene, Avenged Sevenfold (A7X) emerged as one of the defining bands of the 2000s. With their self-titled fourth album, they weren’t just ready to silence the critics—they were prepared to revolutionize their sound. Vocalist M Shadows recounted the band’s evolution and triumphs in a revealing […]
In an era where concert ticket prices can make or break a fan’s dream night out, nostalgia-fueled tours are hitting a sweet spot for audiences yearning for the good old days of alt-rock. The Smashing Pumpkins and Weezer, two titans of the 90s alternative scene, are delivering that golden ticket with their joint UK tour, […]
Lamb of God is marking the 20th anniversary of their groundbreaking album Ashes of the Wake with a grand celebration—a reissue featuring an array of new mixes, rare demos, and powerful live renditions. This iconic album, which cemented the band’s place in the pantheon of metal greats, is getting a modern makeover to honor its […]
One of North America’s most iconic metal festivals is making a triumphant return later this year. It has been officially confirmed that Mayhem Festival is back with a stellar, metalcore-heavy lineup. Headlining the first Mayhem event in nine years, set to take place at the Glen Helen Amphitheater in San Bernardino, California, on October 12, […]
Taylor Swift’s latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, clocks in at an ambitious two hours, and for Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan, it’s a smashing success. In a recent interview with the Irish Times, Corgan praised Swift’s decision to include 31 songs on her new project, calling her “one of the most gifted pop artists […]
It’s been just over 36 years since the foundational Boston alt-rock band Pixies released their debut album, Surfer Rosa. That album’s been on a lot of people’s minds lately due to the untimely passing of Steve Albini, who engineered the record and was famously critical of it. Despite the reflection on their groundbreaking past, Pixies […]