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I'm a Ghost fanatic and some of my favourite ever merch designs are included in EMP's Cyber Weekend sale

By Merlin Alderslade published 30 November 25

Pick your favourite Papa - they're all here!

Do I need yet more Iron Maiden stuff? No. Am I going to dive into Amazon's Cyber Weekend Iron Maiden sale anyway? Yes, yes I am

By Merlin Alderslade published 30 November 25

Why only have five Eddie Pop! Vinyl figures when I could have seven?!

Who knew heavy metal pyjamas were a thing? Well, now I do and I'm picking up a pair for winter in the huge Hot Topic sale

By Liz Scarlett published 30 November 25

Buy yourself some cosy, oh-so-snuggly heavy metal pyjamas this winter and rep your favourite bands even whilst you sleep

Amp up your home stereo set-up with savings on Philips HiFi System this Cyber Weekend

By Rich Hobson published 30 November 25

Amazon are offering savings on the Philips TAM3205M2 Micro Music HiFi System and the Philips Bluetooth Stereo System for Home

I'm not being dramatic, but Hot Topic are selling the most insane alternative shoes right now and I want every single pair - luckily they're up to 60% off

By Liz Scarlett published 30 November 25

Shoes, shoes, shoes! And they're all on sale at Hot Topic with huge savings. Here's a list of the best on offer this Cyber Weekend

Gojira tour kicks off with Car Bomb's Greg Kubacki filling in on guitar for injured Joe Duplantier

By Stef Lach published 30 November 25

Gojira frontman Joe Duplantier hurt his hand on eve of tour and has called on old friend Greg Kubacki from Car Bomb to help out

Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx slams aging rock stars who are "still trying to act 25"

By Stef Lach published 30 November 25

Motley Crue man Nikki Sixx is 66 – and he's not a fan of "artists that are still trying to act 25 and they're 65"

Nirvana, Dire Straits and The Stone Roses: You can get these all-time classics on vinyl for £66 on Amazon UK

By Rich Hobson published 29 November 25

Looking to build out your record collection? Amazon are offering a three-vinyl-for-£66 deal on some all-timers

Looking for a new record player? Save on the Sony PS-LX310BT with Amazon this Cyber Weekend

By Rich Hobson published 29 November 25

Looking for a lightweight, easy to use and understand turntable? Sony have you covered with the PS-LX310BT

I'm a huge Stranger Things fan and I want to buy all the show's merch in Hot Topic's massive Cyber Weekend sale - save up to 60%

By Liz Scarlett published 29 November 25

Ever wanted to cuddle a Demogorgon? Now you can, thanks to Hot Topic's Cyber Weekend sale where they're offering tonnes of Stranger Things merch at majorly discounted prices. Be fast!

Former Cradle of Filth members file lawsuit against Dani Filth after period or turmoil

By Stef Lach published 29 November 25

Complicated Cradle of Filth falling out is exposed in legal papers

"I am so blessed. I have the best job in the world." James Hetfield on how Metallica fans make it "easy" for him to do his job

By Stef Lach published 29 November 25

Metallica frontman is fuelled by the passion and energy of the fans

10 brilliant vinyl deals you won't want to miss this Black Friday

By Rich Hobson published 28 November 25

From Guns N' Roses legendary debut to Bring Me The Horizon, Motorhead, Type O Negative and more, you need to check out these brilliant deals

The original line-up of one of the pioneers of djent have just got in the studio together for the first time in 20 years, and they sound absolutely phenomenal

By Jack Rogers published 28 November 25

SikTh continue to show why they are such a pivotal piece in the progressive metal puzzle

Get up to 50 percent off your Metal Hammer subscription in our brand-new Black Friday deal

By Metal Hammer published 28 November 25

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I've found a secret haul of Xmas gifts for goths: here's everything I have my beady eye on in Etsy's Black Friday Sale, including 50% off demonic wrapping paper

By Liz Scarlett published 28 November 25

Want to live deliciously this holiday season? Look no further than Etsy's Black Friday sale and this list of gothic gifts and Xmas treats, curated by yours truly

I'm a lifelong metalhead and EMP's Black Friday sale has up to 70% off band merch. My wardrobe's about to get even blacker

By Merlin Alderslade published 28 November 25

Do I already have merch by all these bands? Yes. Do I want more? Also yes.

One of Europe's biggest (and cheesiest) dance acts is going to be playing the UK's biggest rock and metal festival, Download, in 2026

By Jack Rogers published 28 November 25

Download Festival are continuing to bridge gaps between cultures in more brilliant and bonkers ways

Bruce Dickinson reflects on the fan outcry after he split from Iron Maiden

By Matt Mills published 28 November 25

The legendary singer discusses how the controversy surrounding his departure from The Beast coloured fans’ thoughts on his 1994 solo album, Tears Of The Dragon