Sharon Osbourne Confirms Ozzfest Will "Absolutely" Return in 2027
In a major announcement that has electrified the metal community, Sharon Osbourne has officially confirmed that Ozzfest will return in 2027.
Ross “The Boss” Friedman, Founding Manowar Guitarist, Dead at 72
Legendary guitarist Ross 'The Boss' Friedman, best known as a founding member of the heavy metal band Manowar and the proto-punk group The Dictators, has died at the age of 72.
Swedish Crossover Thrash Veterans KAZJUROL Release "Forty Years Of Misery"
Fagersta, Sweden’s long-standing crossover thrash pioneers KAZJUROL have officially released their new career-spanning collection, Forty Years Of Misery
Atreyu Announces Tenth Studio Album "The End Is Not The End"; Shares New Single "All For You"
California metalcore veterans Atreyu have officially announced their milestone tenth studio album, "The End Is Not The End," set for release on April 24, 2026, via Spinefarm.
Iron Maiden and The Black Crowes Lead Diverse Roster of 2026 Rock Hall Nominees
he Rock & Roll Hall of Fame officially announced its Class of 2026 nominees today, February 25, featuring a wide-reaching list of 17 artists spanning heavy metal, Britpop, R&B, and hip-hop.
Metallica Officially Announces "Life Burns Faster" Residency at Las Vegas Sphere
Metallica has officially announced their highly anticipated residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas, titled "Life Burns Faster."
Death Angel Announces Spring 2026 U.S. Leg of "Act III" 35th-Anniversary Tour
San Francisco Bay Area thrash veterans Death Angel have officially announced a second U.S. leg of their acclaimed "Act III" 35th-anniversary tour.
Sun Don’t Shine Unveils "Power To Live" Music Video; Features Members of Type O Negative and Crowbar
A new heavy metal powerhouse has emerged from the shadows.
Beartooth Set to Unleash New Single "Free" This Friday
Caleb Shomo’s Beartooth is officially back. After a period of teasing new music on social media, the band has confirmed they will release a brand-new single titled "Free" this coming Friday, February…
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Primal Fear Announces Second Leg of "Domination" European Tour for Fall 2026
German power metal titans Primal Fear are keeping the momentum of their Domination era at full throttle.
Accept Announces Massive 50th-Anniversary European Tour for Fall 2026
German heavy metal legends Accept have officially announced a monumental European headlining tour for the fall of 2026 to celebrate a half-century of "Teutonic Terror."
Rising Insane Recruits Caskets’ Matt Flood for Hard-Hitting New Single "Good Enough"
German metalcore outfit Rising Insane has kicked off 2026 with a massive collaboration, teaming up with Matt Flood of the UK’s Caskets for their latest single, "Good Enough."
Clawfinger Returns with New Album and "Before We All Die" Title Track
Rap-metal pioneers Clawfinger have officially broken their 19-year studio silence with the release of their new album, Before We All Die, out today, February 20, 2026.
Gus G. Announces New Solo Album 'Steel Burner' Featuring All-Star Guest Lineup
Virtuoso guitarist Gus G. (Firewind, ex-Ozzy Osbourne) has officially announced his latest solo studio effort, titled Steel Burner, slated for release on June 19, 2026, via AFM Records.
William Shatner Boldly Goes Metal: All-Star Album Announced for 2026
In a move that proves he is far from finished exploring new frontiers, 94-year-old cultural icon William Shatner has officially announced his foray into heavy metal.