Daniel Bukszpan's Heavy Metal's Big Four traces how Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer transformed Thrash from an underground movement into a global force.

Slipknot announce the worldwide (sic)est Stadium Tour for summer 2027, launching at London's Wembley Stadium on 3 July before stadium dates across North America and South America.

Frost* return to the stage in Spring 2027 for six UK shows, marking the anniversaries of Milliontown and Falling Satellites while also giving Life In The Wires its long-awaited live debut. And yes, we’re still wondering whether those carnet T-shirts will finally appear.

Little Angels will release the five-track Big Bad & Back EP on 6 November 2026, their first new music in 32 years, ahead of their UK and Ireland tour.

DragonForce announce a 22-date European tour for April and May 2027 as their self-titled tenth album is set for release on 19 March through Napalm Records.

Gary Barden reflects on more than four decades in rock, from Michael Schenker Group and Statetrooper to Schenkerfest, Michael Voss and his new album, Empowered Emotions. Could there still be one final live show?

Breed 77 guitarist Danny Felice steps into The MetalTalk Lowdown to talk sharing a stage with Ronnie James Dio, supporting Black Sabbath, Boney M, life on the road and why the music never really stops.

New international festival BLAZE launches at Loppen in Copenhagen on 5/6 March 2027, bringing together psych, shoegaze, post-punk, noise and more across two nights.

Black Water Redemption guitarist Tyler Hains steps into The MetalTalk Lowdown to talk disastrous early gigs, opening for Black Star Riders, great riffs, staying humble and why music is best enjoyed with the people you love.

Cats In Space launch a new era with Miracle, the first single from their forthcoming album Suit Of Armour. Greg Hart promises their most grandiose record yet, with new members Chris Childs and Sam Wood joining the band.