METALTALK - HEAVY METAL NEWS

Fortress Festival expands to three days in May 2027, adding a Watain-led Friday show and ten new acts including Stormkeep, Mare and Sulphur Aeon.

Blue Öyster Cult announce April 2027 UK anniversary shows at London's Royal Albert Hall with Magnum and Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with When Rivers Meet.

ANVIL and KILLER have warned they will not perform at Hard Rock Hell in Chichester on 5 November 2026 unless outstanding contractual payments are made. Both bands claim repeated promises from the promoter have failed to resolve the situation, raising concerns that other artists on the festival bill may also be affected.

Nickelback bassist Mike Kroeger joins DJ Claire Sturgess at Karma Sanctum Soho for a hilarious World Cup Of Rock showdown. With legends including Led Zeppelin, Metallica and AC/DC battling for supremacy, Black Sabbath emerge victorious, while Kroeger shares stories of Nickelback’s new album and future plans.

After five years apart, Levara are back. Trev Lukather tells MetalTalk about the heartbreak of the band's split, the influence of Steve Perry, and how new single Underneath It All marks a fresh chapter for the trio.

Onryō UK draw on Japanese horror and personal experiences of bullying, distrust and workplace exploitation for their debut EP Exit Here. Vocalist James Moffatt explains how resentment and frustration shaped the band's Metalcore sound and haunting visual identity.

Australian Heavy Metal mavericks Battlesnake announce Bogpocalypse and the Annihilation of Lucifer for February 2027 and stream new single Bog Bringer.

Danish Thrash veterans HateSphere return with Guillotine, their 12th studio album. Packed with stomping riffs, tempo shifts and old-school aggression, it's a fierce, no-nonsense release that delivers exactly what it promises. Daryl Soar reviews.

Roger Taylor brought his Violence Insane In A Beautiful World tour to a packed London Roundhouse for a night of powerful solo material, Queen classics and unforgettable surprises. With special appearances from Brian May and Ndlovu Youth Choir, it was a triumphant celebration of music, passion and pure rock 'n' roll magic.

From rare Black Sabbath memorabilia and Slayer fans to punk, rave and beyond, Camden's Museum Of Youth Culture celebrates the music, fashion and rebellious spirit that shaped generations. MetalTalk explores this fascinating new home for Britain's youth subcultures.

BAEST vocalist Svend Karlsson takes on The MetalTalk Lowdown, revealing tales of ten-pint tour days, disastrous gigs, unlikely musical tastes and the lessons learned on the road.

Ten years after The Tragically Hip's final concert, we look back at the band that became the soundtrack to a nation. From their explosive live shows in the early '90s to Gord Downie's powerful lyrics and their emotional farewell in Kingston, this is a personal reflection on why no band of that decade mattered more. For The Hip, it wasn't just about the music. You had to live here to understand.

Acid Reign frontman Howard H Smith looks back on the release of Daze Of The Week, the overwhelming response from fans and the band's triumphant return to the stage. From the raw energy of their latest album to unforgettable nights in Athens and Camden, H reflects on a remarkable year for the British Thrash Metal veterans.

Former MTV Headbangers Ball presenter Vanessa Warwick reflects on life in rock and metal, from flying with Iron Maiden and Metallica to filming Sabaton at Wacken, a birthday surprise from Ghost and a memorable encounter with Marilyn Manson.

Nickelback announce six UK and Ireland arena shows for May and June 2027, with Don Broco supporting and new album Everything Under The Sun due in October.

Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill announces his retirement after arthritis and a shoulder injury, with Davey Rimmer stepping in as his replacement.