Trivium’s Matt Heafy remembers being bullied by his heavy metal idols
Some veteran bands were extremely jealous as Trivium blew up in the mid-2000s
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Trivium’s Matt Heafy remembers being bullied by his heavy metal idols
Some veteran bands were extremely jealous as Trivium blew up in the mid-2000s
“Over the years I’ve realized I thrive most when I’m actively working with my bandmates behind the scenes”: Linkin Park’s Brad Delson steps back from live lineup
Delson will be replaced onstage by Alex Feder for the foreseeable future
Metallica’s James Hetfield, actor in new western film, doesn’t seem to like acting: “Next time I’m asked to do something like this, remind me to say no”
Hetfield has a role in western thriller The Thicket, currently in cinemas, alongside Game Of Thrones star Peter Dinklage
David Ellefson doesn’t rule out Megadeth return: “It’s never a closed chapter.”
Ellefson was dismissed from Megadeth in 2021 following a sex scandal, but seems open to rejoining the thrash icons
Lily Fontaine of Mercury Prize winners English Teacher opens up on her career sliding doors moment
The English Teacher singer and guitarist can finally rest easy that she made the right choice
Will Oasis release a new album as part of their comeback? According to Liam, it's "already finished"
Liam Gallagher says a new Oasis album is "in the bag"
Linkin Park tickets for LA and New York shows sell out fast as vocalist Emily Armstrong addresses criticism over previous support of actor later convicted of rape
Ticket sales for Linkin Park comeback get off to a flying start as new singer speaks out under fire
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds announce 2025 North American tour
Nick Cave Cave & The Bad Seeds reveal dates for their first tour in North America since 2018
Slash releases haunted house themes compilation record
Horror buff Slash has released a 'spooktacular' new album, but if you want one, you better hurry
The true inspiration behind David Bowie's 'Heroes' has emerged
'Heroes' documents a special day during Bowie's Berlin residency
Listen to Unfinished, the last song Eddie and Alex Van Halen ever recorded together
Unfinished will be included in the audiobook of Brothers, Alex Van Halen's forthcoming memoir
Hardcore punk band American Nightmare are suing Cody Rhodes, the WWE Undisputed Champion
WWE wrestler Rhodes has been calling himself “The American Nightmare” for several years, sometimes to the chagrin of the band of the same name
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How Deep Purple entered their Mk IX era, inspired by the tedious complications of modern life
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The Cold Stares prepare for a big future on The Southern
Finger-picking good Kentucky-fried blues
The Dead Daisies revert to meat-and-potatoes type on Light Em Up
After inspired work with Glenn Hughes on board, Dead Daisies album seven is a step backwards
“Another very good year”: Ring The Bells And Sing – Progressive Sounds Of 1975 box set
With Yes and Genesis between albums, Camel, Renaissance, Gentle Giant, Be Bop Deluxe, Soft Machine, Steve Hillage and Steve Hackett were among those proved here to be keeping the quality high
Palaye Royale shine bright on the life-affirming Death or Glory
Las Vegas trio Palaye Royale dazzle on bold fourth album
Mike Cormack’s Everything Under The Sun: The Complete Guide To Pink Floyd
Academic delivers trainspotterly detail with a personal touch in his in-depth analysis of the band’s work and achievements
Leprous ditch the excess baggage on Melodies Of Atonement
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Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts shine on Rogue To Redemption
Former Biters frontman Tuk Smith delivers a power-pop/classic rock gem
Definitely Maybe is a reminder of the cockiness and verve of Oasis
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Leprous show exactly how they've become prog metal royalty with new album Melodies Of Atonement
Norway's Leprous might be ditching some of their heaviness, but Melodies Of Atonement is a prog metal masterclass nonetheless
