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Spinal Tap and Paul McCartney pay tribute to murdered film director Rob Reiner
By Fraser Lewry published
Jack White has slammed US President Donald Trump for his "vile" reaction to the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele

"The fuse has been lit." Trent Reznor is writing a new Nine Inch Nails album
By Paul Brannigan published
Keep your fingers crossed for new NIN music in 2026

Yungblud looks back on the "David and Goliath" moment that changed his life
By Paul Brannigan published
"All I tried to do was just tell my hero that I loved him"

Spinal Tap director Rob Reiner and wife Michele confirmed dead in apparent homicide
By Fraser Lewry published
Los Angeles police are reportedly interviewing a family member in connection with the couple's death

President aren’t an industry plant band, says the lead singer of President
By Matt Mills published
The masked band’s sudden ascension has raised a few eyebrows, but Mr President insists he isn’t backed by a “huge corporate machine”

Tobias Forge reveals the surprising conversation he had with a Black Sabbath member
By Merlin Alderslade published
Tobias Forge got to speak with all four members of Sabbath at Back To The Beginning, but it was one conversation that stuck with him

Babymetal want to make a song with Amy Lee from Evanescence
By Matt Mills published
The J-metal superstars and the Evanescence singer have both taken part in some big collaborations this year

Watch Eddie Vedder, Anthony Kiedis, Brandi Carlile, Slash and friends play billionaire's corporate gig
By Classic Rock published
Who said money can't buy you happiness?

We asked Steve Harris if Iron Maiden will do their own blockbuster retirement show like Black Sabbath, and he didn’t rule it out
By Matt Mills published
Will Iron Maiden bow out with an event as huge as this summer’s Back To The Beginning? Their founding bassist knows that people want it to happen

Turnstile's Brendan Yates reveals bucket list side-quest ambition
By Paul Brannigan published
The history-making hardcore vocalist wants to break new ground

Evanescence made a surprise appearance at The Game Awards last night
By Merlin Alderslade published
Evanescence are capping off their year in style!

Ghost's Skeletá has been named the album of the year by Metal Hammer
By Merlin Alderslade published
Ghost's fabulous latest album is officially our album of the year - but who else made the list?

Iron Maiden, Ghost, Babymetal and more star in Metal Hammer’s End Of Year issue
By Eleanor Goodman published
The new issue of Metal Hammer is the biggest of the year, and it’s on sale now!

Brian May gifts best friend Tony Iommi a special present
By Paul Brannigan published
The five decades-plus friendship between Brian May and Tony Iommi is a rare and precious thing

Gene Simmons says sorry for controversial comments about the late Ace Frehley
By Fraser Lewry published
Gene Simmons' apology came shortly after a Senate hearing in which he claimed successful musicians were treated "worse than slaves"

Pelagic Records have announced the first wave of bands for the 2026 edition of Pelagic Fest
By Jack Rogers published
Pelagic Fest will be taking over Maastricht next August for another weekend of wonders

Country music superstar horrifies shocked fans with "demon ritual" at Las Vegas show
By Paul Brannigan published
"Looks like y'all sold your souls"

"He knew. He was ready" Sharon Osbourne has revealed the final words that her husband Ozzy said to her before he passed away
By Jack Rogers published
Sharon has been speaking about the final moments that she had with Ozzy, and what he said to her the morning of July 22

"A diverse, daring and deeply emotional lineup!" Soen and The Ocean announced as headliners for next year's Be Prog! My Friend
By Jerry Ewing published
Be Prog! My Friend takes place on September 27 and 28 and will also feature The Dear Hunter, Einar Solberg, Green Carnation, Agent Fresco, Rendezvous Point and more...
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