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Lordi join Swedish recycling campaign Pantamera with new single and video.

Garry 'Magpie' Bowler will release a reworking of the Billy Page track The In Crowd on 6 April 2026. The song is a lyrical thank you to original music artists and their...

Damnation Festival grows stronger with Cult Of Luna, Satyricon, Carcass & more joining the 2026 line-up. Discover the full bill and ticket details now.

UFO / The Wild, The Willing And The Innocent Returns in a remastered boxset with bonus tracks and a 1981 Hammersmith live show. Enter now to win a CD copy.

Corrosion Of Conformity first flew into my radar via MTV's flagship Heavy Metal show Headbangers Ball. I remember being blown away by the blistering Vote With A Bullet, and I picked up...

Gig Review: Fit For A King live at Electric Ballroom on The Lonely God Tour, with Memphis May Fire, Acres and 156/Silence delivering chaos and energy.

Kreator dominate O2 Academy Brixton with Carcass, Exodus and Nails in a blistering 2026 Thrash Metal showcase packed with chaos, power, and iconic performances.

Judas Priest mark 50 years of Sad Wings of Destiny with new remastered anniversary editions.

The Karma Effect reveal details of new album Cruel Intentions and announce a 13-date UK tour for autumn 2026.

Iron Maiden confirm Blaze Bayley as EDDFEST Friday headliner for their 50th anniversary celebrations at Knebworth.

Review: Heaven & Hell. Final Dio era shines in Breaking Out Of Heaven 2007–2009 box set, capturing Black Sabbath’s powerful last chapter with Ronnie James Dio.

British rockers Cats In Space have released details of their only two full-band electric shows for this year, with dates in Coventry and Newport this November.

Album Review: MSG Live & Ready. Iconic Michael Schenker live recordings, rare performances, and standout guitar work across Budokan, Hammersmith and Tokyo shows

Richie Faulkner breaks down Elegant Weapons Evolution, the standout tracks, songwriting depth, and ambitious live plans for the band’s powerful second album.

Interview: Chez Kane on Reckless, exploring her ’80s magic, songwriting evolution, and how confidence and empowerment fuel her boldest album yet.

Rachel Bolan announces his solo debut as Bolan, releasing the first single At War With Myself ahead of his upcoming album Gargoyle Of The Garden State.