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U2 kicked off the year with a surprise EP on Ash Wednesday and another one for Easter. Today, they’re back with more surprises: The band indiscreetly shot a music video in Mexico City for a new song called “Street Of Dreams.”

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On Sunday Kevin Hart was the celebrity who faced the wrath of the Netflix roast. But, in a weird turn of events, it turns out the producers tried (and, obviously, failed) to get Sir Paul McCartney first.

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Australia, get set to step into oblivion and mosh until the world goes cold this October when GRAMMY Award-nominated metal pioneers LAMB OF GOD team up with fellow modern metal lords TRIVIUM for a mammoth national co-headline run, joined by special guests BLEED FROM WITHIN. Commencing on Friday 2 October in Perth, LAMB OF GOD […]

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I walked into Yungblud at The Armory feeling completely all over the place, exhausted, overworked, only vaguely familiar with the music, and somehow hanging out with my boss outside of work for the first time. Standing in the middle of a packed venue buzzing with anticipation, I honestly didn’t know what kind of night it was going to be. Somehow, by the end of the night, Yungblud made all of those messy feelings melt away and find a home in the crowd. I even ended up saying “hello motherfucker” to my boss, but we’ll get to that in a minute.

By the time opener Return to Dust hit the stage, some of that tension already started slipping away. Their gritty, nostalgic rock sound filled the room perfectly and set the tone for the night ahead. Inside The Armory, the sound felt massive without losing that personal connection you want from a live show.

And honestly, The Armory deserves credit too. It’s a huge venue, but somehow they still make sure everyone feels connected to the performance. The production throughout the night was incredible. Massive screens rotated constantly between close-ups of Yungblud, shots of the musicians, and crowd moments that made the entire experience feel alive rather than distant. One moment they’d focus on the chaos onstage, the next they’d spotlight fans in the crowd, including a kid sitting on someone’s shoulders holding a sign saying he was 10 years old and at his first concert. It was such a small moment, but somehow one of the most memorable because it captured exactly what the night felt like: people finding joy together.

Some of the visuals genuinely stuck with me long after the show ended. The silhouette of the violin player against the lights looked cinematic, almost haunting in certain moments. During “Loner,” they layered the lyrics over live footage from the show itself, and it suddenly made everything feel more raw and personal. Instead of feeling like a giant arena production, it felt human.

Midway through the set, though, the entire night shifted for me emotionally.

When Yungblud performed Changes as a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, something in the room changed. It was the perfect song for that moment, honestly, the exact thing I didn’t realize I needed to hear. I don’t even know if “wholesome” is the right word for it because it felt heavier than that. More like everything inside my head suddenly slowed down long enough for me to breathe. All the chaos in my life, all the stress and uncertainty and exhaustion I’d been carrying around, stopped feeling impossible for a few minutes. Instead, it felt like I could finally see a path forward.

What made it even more powerful was realizing I wasn’t the only one feeling it.

The crowd got quieter in this almost reverent way, like thousands of people collectively understood the weight of the moment. You could feel how deep Ozzy Osbourne meant not only to Yungblud, but to so many people in the room. Even Yungblud himself was visibly emotional, a few tears falling while performing it. Watching that unfold made me stop and fully appreciate how healing live music can actually be. Concerts aren’t just entertainment when they’re done right. Sometimes they become spaces where people can release things they’ve been carrying for far too long. Standing there in that crowd, I felt incredibly thankful to be present for it.

Of course, Yungblud didn’t let the emotional weight stay heavy forever.

Later in the show, he asked how many people were seeing him for the first time, and honestly, the amount of hands going up was surprising, but also not surprising at all when you remember he isn’t from the US. He promised the crowd he’d come back to Minnesota every year until he dies, even hinting at potentially bringing his festival here someday. But more importantly, he made a point of welcoming everyone into his community instead of making newer fans feel like outsiders.

That’s when the “hello motherfucker” moment happened.

Yungblud told everyone to look to the people beside them and say “hello motherfucker” to their neighbor, and obviously I wasn’t about to miss that opportunity. So there I was, saying “hello motherfucker” directly to my boss in the middle of a packed crowd at The Armory. Somehow, in that moment, it made complete sense. That’s the kind of atmosphere Yungblud creates, one where barriers disappear and everyone is allowed to loosen up and exist without worrying about looking stupid.

What impressed me most throughout the entire night, though, was Yungblud’s energy. Even over an hour into the set, he never let up once. His voice stayed powerful the entire time, and he moved around the stage with the same intensity he started with. It never felt forced or rehearsed. Every emotion felt real, whether he was screaming across the stage or standing still during quieter moments. He wasn’t just performing songs, he was holding the entire room in his hands.

That’s what made this show feel bigger than just a concert.

I walked into this concert feeling overworked, emotionally scattered, and honestly a little disconnected from myself. I walked out understanding why people connect to Yungblud so deeply. He isn’t just putting on a concert, he’s building a space where people can feel seen, loud, emotional, chaotic, vulnerable, and accepted all at once.

Yungblud is absolutely an artist I would recommend everyone see live if they get the chance. Not only because he’s an incredible performer, but because he genuinely seems invested in changing parts of the music industry for the better too, from creating community to keeping ticket prices accessible for fans.

I went into the night feeling disconnected from myself. I left feeling like I had accidentally found a home in the middle of a crowd.

Yongblud

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Return to Dust

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Horror Pain Gore Death Productions are set to release the new album from Sacramento California’s Hardcore Crossover Thrashers Eyes Out. Satiate The Blade is up now for pre-order and will be released June 12th on CD and Digital formats along with merch.

Horror Pain Gore Death Productions welcome Eyes Out to the roster with the new album Satiate The Blade! Hailing from Sacramento California, Eyes Out have been contaminating the River City with their pollutant Crossover Hardcore since 2019.

Satiate The Blade delivers a barrage of fast tempos, heavy breakdowns and emotionally charged lyrics combining a sound of classic hardcore, with an infusion of modern Thrash Metal. The end result is a frenzy of mosh fueled madness that will surely leave your favorite DRI shirt stained with the remnants of your melted face! Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Greg Wilkinson (Autopsy, Necrot, Undergang) at Earhammer Studios in Oakland California.

For fans of Leeway, Downpresser, Trapped Under Ice, Municipal Waste and Killing Time.

Pre-order the CD for only $10 at: shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com/products/eyes-out-satiate-the-blade-cd

Pre-order the Digital Download for only $6.66 at: hpgd.bandcamp.com/album/satiate-the-blade

Pre-save this release on Spotify at: ffm.to/eyesout

TRACK-LISTING:

1. Bleed Me Dry

2. Drowning In Routine

3. Penchant For Brutality

4. Enucleation

5. Total Recall

6. Satiate The Blade

7. Ticket To Hell

8. Street Lord

9. Return To The Void

10. We Walk From Here

11. Counterbalance

12. Eyes Of The Assailant

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We are unfortunately back with more news of concertgoers throwing objects at musicians. Last week, Eric Clapton called off an encore in Madrid after a fan threw a vinyl sleeve at him. Last night, Bring Me The Horizon frontman Oli Sykes had a phone chucked straight at his head in St. Louis. Today, he posted an update, saying he suffered a mild concussion.

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Jack Douglas also worked on recordings by James Gang, Alice Cooper, Montrose, Mountain, The Who, Patti Smith, Blue Öyster Cult, New York Dolls, Starz and many more

Erin Hoagg can turn anything into the subject of an otherworldly dark wave anthem. Petty drama is at the center of the newest Attention single “Mean Girled,” and she transforms it into a big, sleek party. “I hate worrying about people I don’t even care about,” the NYC artist says, continuing: This song was inspired…

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HARPER NONFICTION ANNOUNCES THE PUBLICATION OF ‘HELLO BOYS AND GIRLS!’

ON NOVEMBER 10, 2026 IN THE U.S.

THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF IRON MAIDEN’S LEGENDARY DRUMMER, NICKO MCBRAIN

 

Harper Nonfiction are set to publish the thrilling, hilarious and deeply personal autobiography of Iron Maiden’s unstoppable drummer, Nicko McBrain. Hello Boys and Girls! will publish into hardback, ebook and audio on November 10, 2026, in the U.S.

Pre-order your copy today at https://lnk.to/helloboysandgirls

Nicko McBrain is the legendary drummer for Iron Maiden, joining the band in 1982, after stints with artists like Streetwalkers, Pat Travers and Trust and honing his craft from decades of session work among the highly competitive mean streets and studios of London’s Soho. Through his powerful, precise drumming and charismatic stage presence, the long-serving drummer became a metal icon, pivotal in shaping Iron Maiden’s dynamic sound.

With trademark humour and heart Nicko McBrain takes us behind the scenes of one of Britain’s biggest ever bands. Experience the highs and lows of his illustrious career on the road, in the studio and being ‘Mr Iron Maiden’ to the worldwide legion of fans!

This is the story of what it feels like to remain not just relevant but more loved than ever after decades at the top, and to live a life transformed by music, brotherhood, and belief.

Packed with unforgettable moments, backstage stories, laugh-out-loud anecdotes, and raw honesty, Hello Boys and Girls! is more than a rock memoir, it’s a front-row seat to one of heavy metal’s greatest lives.

Nicko McBrain says: “I’m very excited and honoured to be working with the wonderful HarperNonFiction Team on my very own book full of lots of fun stories, anecdotes and of course my incredible experiences with some of the greatest musicians and performers from the 70s, 80s and beyond! I am blessed to be able to finally share my path to where I am today, in my own words, with the world.”

About Nicko McBrain

Nicko McBrain is the legendary drummer for Iron Maiden, joining the band in 1982. Known for his powerful, precise drumming and energetic stage presence, he has become a metal icon and role model for many modern metal and rock drummers. Honing his craft and style with decades of session work that brought him into contact with his peers Keith Moon, John Bonham, Phil Collins, Ian Paice, Carmine Appice and Buddy Rich. He lives at home in Florida, USA with his wife Rebecca, their cat, Lola, and two Yorkshire Terriers, Tigerlily and Tinkerbell.

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