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BABYMETAL launching high-energy UK Headline Shows this November

Fresh from their special guest shows with Sabaton, BABYMETAL has announced three special intimate UK headline dates for November 2023. Tickets out 21 April 2023. Photo: @robert_sutton_photography @babymetal_official

Top 7 Underrated European Metal Bands

Discover the underrated European Metal bands that deserve more recognition. From Heaven Shall Burn to Triptykon, these bands will impress you with their unique sound and powerful lyrics.

W.A.S.P / Blackie Lawless battles Herniated Disc And Tour Woes

Blackie Lawless battles excruciating pain on W.A.S.P. 40th Anniversary Tour due to herniated disc and botched procedure, but remains committed to finishing tour. Photo: @rock_pixs @waspnationofficial

Roger Waters screening This Is Not A Drill live from Prague

Roger Waters has announced the Prague This Is Not A Drill show will be screened live in cinemas worldwide. The show is at the O2 Arena Prague on 25 May 2023.

Danko Jones Rocks Europe: New Album Electric Sounds & Winter Tour

Rock out with Danko Jones 11th studio album, Electric Sounds, dropping on 15 Sept '23. Catch their energetic tour across Europe and the UK this winter. Photo: @rock_pixs @danko_jones

The Return Of Emerson, Lake & Palmer in 2023

The Return Of Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Carl Palmer, in association with the Estates of Keith Emerson and Greg Lake, has announced a 2023 Summer Tour.

KK’s Steel Mill / Wednesday 13 – South Of Salem – Sick N’ Beautiful – Tarah Who?

KK's Steel Mill / Wednesday 13 - South Of Salem - Sick N' Beautiful - Tarah Who? 14 April 2023. Four bands delivering exactly what it says on the tin. Words and Photography: @andyshaw16 @mrmotherfucker13 @sicknbeautifulband @tarahwho @southofsalemofficial @kkssteelmill

Former Accept bassist Peter Baltes joins Udo Dirkschneider

Former Accept bass player Peter Baltes joins U.D.O as full-time member, replacing Tilen Hudrap. Udo Dirkschneider expresses excitement to have Baltes on board. Photo: Martin Häusler @u.d.o._official

How Does the Focus on Metal Music in Casinos Benefit the Metal Music Industry?

Casinos, at the best of times, provide an engaging, friendly, and fun time for players who decide to wager. While doing what they love, they're often accompanied by music that enhances the...

Black Sabbath / Live Evil Deluxe Edition Set For June

Celebrate the legacy of Black Sabbath with the Super Deluxe Edition Live Evil. Remastered by Andy Pearce and new mix by Wyn Davis. Out 2 June 2023.

Rival Sons announce Darkfighter Tour Across UK and Europe in Support of New Album

Rival Sons will embark on their UK and Europe Darkfighter Tour later this year. The 30-date tour starts at London's Roundhouse on 13 October and runs through to Finland on 21 November.

Dream Theater return to Indonesia for Top Of The World Tour

Get ready, Indonesia! Dream Theater are back for their Top Of The World concert in May, at Ecopark Ancol in Jakarta. Don't miss out on another unforgettable night. @dreamtheaterofficial @umar_rachman @rajawaliindonesia

Guy Bailey / Co-founder and Guitarist of The Quireboys Passes Away

Co-founder and guitarist of The Quireboys, Guy Bailey, has passed away. Spike announces his death and remembers their friendship and early roots of the band. Photo: @ericduvetphotography @thequireboys @quireboysspike @dirtystrangers

Making Use of a Heavy Metal Soundtrack Beyond the Stage

Heavy Metal is said to have its roots stretch as far back as the 1960s, with the famed British Invasion helping to pave the way for first-wave bands like Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin.

Esprit D’Air / Exciting 17-date Leviathan Tour announced

Esprit D'Air has announced their new 17-date Leviathan Tour in the UK and Europe for early 2024 after selling out their entire self-promoted UK tour earlier this year. Photo: @andyshaw16 @espritdairofficial @espritkai

Support Tom Davies, Nebula bassist, in His Battle Against Cancer

Support Nebula bassist Tom Davies in his fight with Leukemia. Buy the new album Nebula Ripples, a Ripple Music compilation. All proceeds go to Tom's treatment. @ripplemusic @the_official_nebula

Paul Gilbert talks Dio Album, Mr. Big Final Tour, Hendrix, Yngwie

Discover the secrets behind Paul Gilbert's latest album and upcoming tour with Mr Big in this exclusive MetalTalk interview. From his early days learning with one finger to shredding like the greats, find out what makes this legendary guitarist tick. @paulgilbert_official @_ronniejamesdio @mrbig_music @ndvirgilio

Diamond Head / Brian Tatler Joins Saxon for Summer Festival Appearances

Saxon has announced that Diamond Head guitarist Brian Tatler "will be appearing" with the band. Tatler, the founding member of NWOBHM early influencers Diamond Head, is expected to cover Paul Quinn's role in the summer festival appearances Saxon has arranged. Photo: @robert_sutton_photography @saxon.official @diamond_head_official
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