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Justin Hawkins On Christmas Songs, Success, And The Darkness’ Enduring Appeal

Interviews
Interview: Justin Hawkins on Christmas covers, musical success, injury, and why The Darkness continue to thrive as beloved outsiders decades on.

Brian Boyle / The Best Of Heavy Metal In 2025

News
Brian Boyle rounds up 2025’s best in Heavy Metal—from Iron Maiden’s epic gigs to powerful album drops and heartfelt tributes to Ozzy and Ace.

The Darkness Launch Festive Mistletoe And Wine Cover

News
The Darkness usher in the 2025 festive season with a gloriously over the top cover of Cliff Richard's Mistletoe And Wine, while lining up a huge 2026 UK arena tour and a Knebworth Park date with Iron Maiden.

Justin Hawkins Rides Again Again 2026 UK Tour Announced

News
Justin Hawkins brings his hit YouTube show Justin Hawkins Rides Again to UK theatres in January and February 2026, with new live outing Justin Hawkins Rides Again, Again promising stories, Cerebral Connections and plenty of Heavy Metal humour.

The Darkness Surprise London St Pancras Commuters With Festive Pop Up Performance

News
The Darkness brought festive chaos to London St Pancras International with a surprise lunchtime piano and acoustic set, celebrating the 20th anniversary of 'One Way Ticket To Hell... And Back' and announcing their biggest UK arena tour in 20 years.

The Darkness Plot Biggest UK Arena Tour In Twenty Years And Knebworth Show With Iron Maiden

News
The Darkness will cap a huge year with their biggest UK headline tour in twenty years, hitting arenas across the country in December 2026 with support from Brothers Osborne and A, plus a massive summer appearance with Iron Maiden at Knebworth Park. Expect riff-stacked anthems, over-the-top showmanship and a feast of arena-sized Heavy Rock.

The Darkness Return To Toronto On The Dreams On Toast Tour

Gig Reviews
Gig review of The Darkness live in Toronto at The Phoenix Concert Theatre. The Dreams On Toast Tour delivered glam rock energy, crowd surfing & classic hits.

The Darkness / A Titanic Knees Up In Belfast’s Custom House Square

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: The Darkness deliver a Titanic knees up in Belfast’s Custom House Square. The work ethic of The Darkness remains the same. They just live to play.The Darkness are still the best fun you can have with your clothes on, or off. Whatever you fancy.

Download Festival / A Sensational Saturday

Festivals
Though the night ends within a Cathedral, Saturday at Download Festival is unholy in the gritty metal glory it brings.

The Darkness Shine A Spectacular Light On Wembley

Gig Reviews
The Darkness returned to London on a sellout night at OVO Wembley Arena. The notorious band of flair and fury excelled while promoting their latest album. @thedarkness @montyrocks_ @robert_sutton_photography

The Darkness / Why Dreams On Toast Is Their Best Album In Years

Metal Reviews
The Darkness return with Dreams On Toast, undoubtedly their finest composition since Permission To Land and exquisitely produced by Dan Hawkins. Words: @brian_boyle_72 Cover Photo: @rock_pixs @thedarkness @danhawkinsofthedarkness @justinhawkinsta @cookingvinylpublishing @£cookingvinyl

The Darkness To Tour New Album Dreams On Toast In 2025

News
The Darkness return with their eighth album, Dreams On Toast, out March 2025, along with a UK Headline Tour. Don't miss their new single, The Longest Kiss.

Justin Hawkins Rides Again – The Most Fun You Can Have Sans Catsuit

Gig Reviews
Join Justin Hawkins Rides Again on his tour as he explores music, interacts with fans, and shares hilarious stories. An experience not to be missed! Words: @pmonkhouse1 @justinhawkinsta

Brian Boyle / The Best Of Heavy Metal In 2023

News
Brian Boyle - My MetalTalk Year in Review: The Darkness, Iron Maiden, The Cult and Paul Rodgers Take Center Stage. Hopes for 2024? A new Iron Maiden live album..... Words: @brian_boyle_72 @thedarkness @ironmaiden @officialcult @paulrodgersofficial
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