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BLOOD OF ANGELS Release New Single / Lyric Video “The Last Rites”

January 23, 2026

Blood Of Angels drop their latest single "The Last Rites" from the forthcoming album Les Agnst Ov Thanatou.

KISS Legends Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons to Enter Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2026

January 21, 2026

Founding members of KISS join an elite group of songwriters recognized for their lasting impact.

Aria Guitars Revives Cliff Burton Signature Bass for 40th Anniversary

January 21, 2026

The iconic Aria Pro II Cliff Burton Signature Bass returns in a new edition, honoring the METALLICA bassist's legacy.

Sugar Unveils New Single and Announces 2026 World Tour

January 21, 2026

The iconic alternative rock band Sugar releases 'Long Live Love' amid tour announcements following their reunion.

Sweden’s Time To Rock Festival Expands Camping but Spots Are Filling Fast

January 21, 2026

Organizers announce increased campsite capacity and ticket sales ahead of the 2026 festival.

Tony Iommi's Guitar Auction Raises £53,000 for Birmingham Cancer Center

January 21, 2026

Black Sabbath's guitarist donates his guitar to support a new cancer care facility in Birmingham.

Monstrosity Returns with 'Screams From Beneath The Surface' Marking a New Chapter in Death Metal

January 21, 2026

After a seven-year hiatus, Monstrosity is set to release a technically intense and innovative death metal album in March.

ILL NIÑO Release Sample of New Brutal Song "Born To Suffer"

January 17, 2026

Latin Metal pioneers ILL NIÑO return with a sample of new brutal song "Born To Suffer" (Nacido Pa Sufrir).

EXHUMED Set To Release New Album 'Red Asphalt'

January 14, 2026

EXHUMED will hit the blood-soaked road with their new album, Red Asphalt, set for release on February 20th via Relapse Records.

On This Day in Heavy Metal History: January 14

January 14, 2026

Reflecting on the lives and legacies of heavy metal musicians who passed away on January 14.

On This Day in Heavy Metal History: January 12

January 12, 2026

Remembering the influential metal artists we've lost on January 12.

On This Day in Heavy Metal History: January 10

January 10, 2026

Remembering the metal icons lost on January 10 and reflecting on their enduring legacies.

THERION Drops New Live Single

January 9, 2026

Today, symphonic metal legends, Therion, release an absolute highlight from their upcoming live album Con Orquesta, arriving as a physical release on January 30 via Napalm Records.

On This Day in Heavy Metal History: January 9

January 9, 2026

Honoring the memories and enduring impact of heavy metal artists who died on January 9.

On This Day in Heavy Metal History: January 8

January 8, 2026

Remembering the heavy metal legends lost on January 8 throughout history.

On This Day in Heavy Metal History: January 7

January 7, 2026

Honoring the legacies of heavy metal artists who passed away on January 7.