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The 30 best metal albums of the decade (so far)

By Metal Hammer published 25 March 26

From legends like Iron Maiden and Metallica to rising stars such as Bloodywood and Spiritbox, these are the metal albums that have defined the 2020s so far

The ultimate Motorhead playlist (as picked by Metallica, Judas Priest and more)

By Rich Hobson published 11 March 26

We asked some of metal's biggest names to share which Motorhead songs mean most to them

The 50 metal albums you need to hear in 2026

By Metal Hammer published 26 February 26

Digging deep on announcements, rumours and pure speculation to find the 50 metal albums you should be keeping an eye out for in 2026

Metal Hammer staff pick the best metal concerts of 2025

By Matt Mills published 26 December 25

The Hammer team name their greatest gigs of the year, from stadium extravaganzas to sweaty basement dust-ups

British metal has ruled the world this summer – just this once, I’m actually proud of my country

By Matt Mills published 1 September 25

From Black Sabbath’s blockbuster farewell to Sleep Token’s first time as a Download festival headliner, all eyes have been on the British metal scene in recent months. Rightfully so.

10 bands that will fill the Black Sabbath-shaped hole in your life

By Classic Rock published 15 July 25

Black Sabbath may be no more, but there are still plenty of bands they’ve inspired out there

What it was like at Mystic Festival 2025

By Rich Hobson published 12 June 25

From watching Hatebreed cover Slayer in the rain to spectacular sets from King Diamond, Witch Club Satan, Sepultura and more, this is what it was like at Mystic Festival 2025

The ultimate Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath playlist

By Rich Hobson published 11 April 25

Members of Metallica, Guns N' Roses, Halestorm and more choose the best songs featuring the Prince Of Darkness