METALTALK - HEAVY METAL NEWS

Emerson, Lake & Palmer's classic live album Works Live returns in a newly remastered standalone edition on 24 July across 2LP, 2CD and digital formats via BMG.

Discover why Lex Legion delivers polished '80s Heavy Metal nostalgia, stellar musicianship and familiar thrills in our full album review.

Slam Dunk 2026. Relive the festivals 20th anniversary with Knocked Loose, Malevolence, Bury Tomorrow, Stand Atlantic and more. A Day of Heat, Hardcore and Unforgettable Chaos

Rush At 50. Discover Gerry Schramm’s insights on the Rush 50 Tour, ticket prices, fan reactions and the success of the Something For Nothing podcast.

Interview: VoïVod. Go behind the scenes of Symphonique as Away discusses orchestral arrangements, artwork, technology and 43 years in metal. Read more.

From smoky blues to prog-infused melodies, Leoni Jane Kennedy Synthetic delivers depth, passion and replay value. Read our review. Out on 16 June 2026.

Explore Pulsar1081 L'inizio Della Fine, a haunting avant-garde journey now expanded with the moving tribute track Dead Star. Read the review.

Nearly three decades in the making, Acid Bath first UK show arrives at Manchester Academy on 25 June 2026. Get the full details here

See why Roadrunner felt like a Metal festival in our Gig Review: Acid Bath, featuring Napalm Death, Pig Destroyer, Primitive Man and Final Gasp.

MetalTalk tours British Airways ARC, London's first purpose-built music venue of its size in over a decade, ahead of its opening on 16 June 2026 at the transformed Olympia complex.

Read our Desertfest 2026 Friday review featuring Hermano, Gnome, Cwfen, Witchsorrow, Praetorian and the best performances from Camden.

Feel the energy of Chez Kane as she delivers pure rock 'n' roll escapism at The Brickmakers, with Star Circus adding fire to a memorable night. Read more.

The Rock Orchestra talk fire, pyrotechnics and symphonic Metal ahead of their landmark Arenas Of Fire UK and Ireland arena tour this October.

Interview: Discover how Leoni Jane Kennedy overcame industry setbacks, personal loss and years of challenges to finally release her debut album, Synthetic.

Black Label Society turn O2 Forum Kentish Town into a brotherhood of riffs and heart as Zakk Wylde leads triumphant night of Metal. Plus Dark Chapel / Venom Inc.

Gig Review: Barns Courtney. An acoustic gig at The Lower Third shattered unplugged expectations with charisma, humour and raw talent. Read more.