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Support children's charities and own priceless memorabilia from bands like Iron Maiden and Metallica. Join The Heavy Metal Truants Download 20 Auction. Photo: @rock_pixs

Halestorm and special guests Black Veil Brides play London's OVO Arena Wembley in December! Don't miss out on their only winter date in the UK. Ticket available 1 June.

A night of excellence for the brilliantly talented Heavy Metal artists who make the community what it is. Notable winners included Halestorm, Skindred, Bad Omens... @HeavyMusicAwards @montysewellrocks_

Sophie Lloyd launches signature SL6 guitar in music video Lost, feat. Cole Rolland. Sophie is the first female artist to have a signature guitar from Kiesel. @sophieguitar_ @kieselguitars

Punk Rock Factory's EP Poor Unfortunate Souls reimagines Little Mermaid songs with an edgy twist. Listen to Part Of Your World featuring Alissa White-Gluz now! Photo: @inglisnomad @punkrockfactory @alissawhitegluz @archenemyofficial

Join Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton on their UK tour to promote their critically acclaimed album, Death Wish Blues. Don't miss their special concert at London's iconic 100 Club! @jessedayton @samanthafishmusic

Looking for a free gig this weekend? Head to The Underworld in Camden for a rare performance from members of Shot Through The Heart, playing classic hits from Bon Jovi, Mötley Crüe, Skid Row and more. Stick around for a Metalworks set afterwards! @metalworksband @theunderworldcamden

American rock sensations and MetalTalk favourites Dirty Honey have been added to the bill of Guns N' Roses headline show at BST Hyde Park on 30 June 2023. Photo: @rock_pixs @dirtyhoneyband

Discover how Guns N' Roses redefined rock 'n' roll with their iconic style, revitalised the power ballad, and inspired a new generation of musicians and bands.

Get up close and personal with Black Stone Cherry! Join them at their album signing in-store appearances and intimate UK shows. Limited tickets available. Photo: @rock_pixs @blackstonecherryofficial @hmvinstagram

Download has released details of Wednesday night's entertainment. Known as District X, its secret band sets, live podcasts, late-night DJ sets, and comedy. @DownloadFest

Mudvayne's epic reunion tour in Camden, New Jersey - a city known for its fun, games, and rich music history. Discover the city's top attractions and historical sites before rocking out at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion.

Joe Bonamassa releases new single I Want To Shout About It, after celebrating his 26th No. 1 on Billboard Blues Chart. Catch him live on Summer and Fall Tours.

Def Leppard - In Conversation at Royal Festival Hall. We discover their human side as they revealed their journey to success, friendships, struggles and stories

Depravation Festival. Don't miss out on the Extreme Metal event of the year! 10 bands, £10 tickets, and an after-party! Join Necronautical at Swindon's Level 3 on 2 September 2023. @depravationfestival

Blackie Lawless battles through pain to complete W.A.S.P 40th Anniversary Tour, with remaining shows featuring him seated in a new Elvis under doctor's orders. Photo: @rock_pixs

Thunder's Luke Morley to release new solo album Songs From The Blue Room with the first single Killed By Cobain out on 12 May 2023.Morley covers all instruments and brings his rock vocals to the fore in this Americana-style album. Pre-order now for limited signed LPs, CDs and postcards. @lukemorleymusic @conquest_music_ltd @thunderonline

Download Festival 2023 has sold out in record time. Bring Me The Horizon, Slipknot, and Metallica headline over a four-day long weekend for 20th Anniversary. @DownloadFest