Alice Cooper has announced the release of his definitive autobiography, Devil On My Shoulder, due via Ebury Spotlight on 8 October 2026, alongside an intimate eight-date UK Q&A book tour. The memoir promises to pull back the curtain on one of rock’s most extraordinary careers, tracing six decades of music, mayhem and reinvention.
Devil On My Shoulder explores the two sides of Alice Cooper, the shock-rock character who terrified parents and thrilled audiences, and Vincent Damon Furnier, the pastor’s son behind the greasepaint. Cooper says the story follows their shared journey through pioneering rock ‘n’ roll, excess, addiction, survival and redemption.
“I’ve lived my life with an angel on one shoulder and the devil on the other. Welcome to my nightmare,” Cooper says. He also describes the memoir as a chance to sort truth from rumour after more than 60 years of stories, myths and larger-than-life legend.
The UK tour will give fans the chance to hear those stories in person, with Q&A appearances scheduled for Cardiff, Cambridge, London, Brighton, Manchester, Stockton, Glasgow and Wolverhampton in October 2026.
Each ticket includes entry and a copy of the book. General on-sale begins at 10 am on Friday 13 March 2026. For tickets, visit aegpresents.co.uk/event/alice-cooper Devil On My Shoulder is priced at £25 in hardback. For more details, visit alicecooper.com
October
“I’d like to thank all the people who haven’t voted for us from the bottom of my heart.” Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher offers withering commentary on the band’s current ranking in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame fan vote
JON ANDERSON AND THE BAND GEEKS Announce Second Leg of “YES Epics, Classics & More” 2026 U.S. Tour
Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks have announced the second leg of their 2026 YES Epics, Classics, and More Tour, adding 12 shows to the already-announced 10-date April/May run.
Leg 2 kicks off on 06/23 at the Celebrity Theater in Phoenix, AZ, and wraps on 07/22 at the Palladium Times Square in New York City.
The band has also expanded their fall UK and Sweden run with four additional UK dates in Oxford, Portsmouth, Brighton, and Nottingham, following strong fan demand.
All dates are listed below.
2026 Tour Dates
US Leg 1:
- 04/17 – Ridgefield, CT @ Ridgefield Playhouse
- 04/19 – Ridgefield, CT @ Ridgefield Playhouse
- 04/21 – Patchogue, NY @ Patchogue Theatre
- 04/23 – Red Bank, NJ @ Count Basie Theatre
- 04/26 – Rochester, NY @ Kodak Center Theater
- 04/28 – Hershey, PA @ Hershey Theater
- 04/30 – Lansdowne, PA @ Lansdowne Theater
- 05/02 – Lansdowne, PA @ Lansdowne Theater
- 05/05 – Troy, NY @ Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
- 05/07 – Royal Oak, MI @ Royal Oak Theatre
US Leg 2:
- 06/23 – Phoenix, AZ @ Celebrity Theater
- 06/25 – Anaheim, CA @ Grove of Anaheim
- 06/27 – Thousand Oaks, CA @ Fred Kavli Theater
- 06/30 – San Jose, CA @ San Jose Civic
- 07/03 – Monterey, CA @ Golden State Theater
- 07/05 – Napa, CA @ Meritage Resort and Spa
- 07/08 – Denver, CO @ Paramount Theater
- 07/11 – St. Louis, MO @ The Factory
- 07/15 – Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theater and Ballroom
- 07/17 – St. Charles, IL @ Arcada Theater
- 07/19 – Des Plaines, IL @ Des Plaines Theater
- 07/22 – New York City, NY @ Palladium Times Square
UK & Sweden:
- 09/06 – Brighton @ Dome
- 09/08 – Portsmouth @ Guildhall
- 09/10 – Oxford @ New Theatre
- 09/13 – Nottingham @ Royal Concert Hall
- 09/15 – Birmingham @ Symphony Hall
- 09/17 – Bath @ Forum
- 09/20 – London @ Palladium
- 09/22 – Liverpool @ Philharmonic
- 09/26 – Manchester @ Opera House
- 09/28 – Glasgow @ Royal Concert Hall
- 10/01 – Gateshead @ Glasshouse
- 10/03 – Stockholm @ Cirkus
- 10/05 – Malmö @ Slagthuset
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Ingested Have Re-Recorded The Vocals For Their Upcoming New Album In The Wake Of Firing Josh Davies
The band fires Davies last month following allegations of sexual misconduct, which Davies has since denied.
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REO Speedwagon and Kevin Cronin Play Surprise Reunion Concert
Dee Snider on Why He Retired: “I Would’ve Been A Shadow Of My Former Self”
It was a headline I know I didn’t expect after covering the apparent reunion of Twisted Sister: Dee Snider was stepping down from touring with the band because of ongoing health concerns. Though that initially set the band’s future plans into jeopardy, remaining original members Jay Jay French and Eddie Ojeda decided that they should still do something to celebrate the band’s 50th anniversary.
Flash forward to last week and not only is the band going to play some shows, but they’ve recruited ex-Skid Row vocalist Sebastian Bach to fill in for Snider. Now, with that major change in place, Snider’s out here singing Bach’s praises, letting every media outlet know that he’s in favor of the move and really wants to support what the band’s doing without him.
“I totally approve of Sebastian Bach stepping in for me. He’s a true fan & will honor what I did with every show! My son Jesse and Bas are the only people I believe can deliver. Bas got the call.”
With the lineup for Twisted Sister now set as Bach, French, Ojeda, bassist Russell Pzütto, and drummer Joey Cassata, the reunion shows are once again on, though just one date is set: the Alaska State Fair on September 4.
While speaking with fans on Twitter, Snider said his decision to step down came at the right time, as he wanted to make sure fans get the best performance they should get.
“For a retired 71 yr old I’m great. But I’ve only got so much tread left on these tires. I decided to use it for the rest of my journey…and not burn them up on stage trying to prove I’m as good as I ever was. I can live with that choice. I would’ve been a shadow of my former self out there anyway.”
When it comes to Bach taking over, Snider said he was extremely supportive of the move.
“I love Sebastian Bach! During the darkest period of my career, he stood tall as a Dee Snider fan when few would. I will always be grateful to him for not caring what was ‘cool’ at the moment and speaking proudly for the things he loved.”
As for Bach, the chance to front Twisted Sister is a pretty exciting opportunity, especially since he’s been a fan of the band for decades.
“I love Dee Snider. I will always love the music he has made. No matter how much Dee sees himself as ‘hair metal,’ I will always see him on a much higher level than that implies. He is one of the greatest frontmen and vocalists of all time. Any corny label less than that is an insult.”
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Track Premiere: Sura’sura – ‘Atomic Phalanx’
Warfare Metal, the debut release from Sri Lankan black/death/war metal outfit Sura’sura, is a hell of an introduction, steeped in primitive rage and no-frills songwriting. Sura’sura are a mysterious group, existing only on Bandcamp and in the physical realm, offering nothing but the members’ initials and a statement about Warfare Metal:
“No divine bailout. No external savior. No gods. No masters. You are your own savior!”
These beliefs tie in to the greater themes on Warfare Metal and on “Atomic Phalanx,” streamable below exclusively via Decibel. The EP focuses on themes of man versus AI, technology and advanced forms of warfare, coupled with South Asian mythology in which the gods depend on human action for conflict resolution.
Brace for impact and listen to “Atomic Phalanx” below. Warfare Metal is out on March 29 via VIRŪPI (විරෑපී); CDs and digital are available via Bandcamp.
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AN NCS PREMIERE: NIFROST — “LIVSKRAFT”
(written by Islander) “Hailing from Jølster, Norway, Nifrost return with a masterful display of melodic and epic black metal. Following the well-received Blykrone and Orkja, it is now time for Briseld. Once again, the legacy of Windir and the seeds planted by Enslaved and Borknagar have borne fruit in a new collection of songs.” And […]
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Live Review: WSTR – Sheffield
Live Review: WSTR – Corporation, Sheffield
27th February 2026
Support: Downcast, Broken Narrative, Wnsdy at 7
Words & Photos: Martin Hingley
A sweaty, jam-packed Friday night in Sheffield provides the perfect backdrop for a high-energy night of British pop-punk, headlined by Liverpool’s WSTR.
Opening the bill tonight are Sheffield rockers Wnsdy At 7, who bring a fresh blend of pop-punk to the stage with hints of Waterparks and State Champs. Having hit the scene last year, the three-piece only have a handful of songs (four to be exact), but that doesn’t stop them from putting on a great performance to get the night started. Beginning with T.A.L.K., its high vocals and super catchy chorus immediately impress those who have come out early.
Midway through their set, they add a classy touch by playing a couple of covers, understanding that not everyone knows their material yet and that their catalogue is still small. They choose 5 Colours In Her Hair by McFly and Year 3000 by Busted, both of which get the crowd singing along. It’s a slightly unusual choice, but done in their style it works well. Wnsdy At 7 pull off a solid opening slot, and I’m looking forward to seeing them again soon.
Up next are Broken Narrative, another Sheffield band who have been building a following on the scene despite only forming around a year ago. As The Prologue begins and its punchy guitar riff kicks in, the room starts to bounce, with pockets of fans already singing along. On stage they carry an aura that draws the audience into the stories told through their songs which something they clearly aim for with their cryptic themes and thoughtful lyrics.
Broken Narrative thrive off the audience’s participation, sparking the first big sing-alongs of the evening and pushing the energy up another level, so much so that the guitarist ends up on his last set of strings before the final song. Overall, it’s a thumping, riff-driven performance that wins over plenty of people in the room.
Downcast are up next, and by now the venue is packed to capacity. They waste no time getting down to business, bringing out WSTR vocalist Sammy Clifford during the second song of their set, Home. It marks the first time the track has been performed live with Clifford delivering his vocal part, and the crowd respond instantly as the first real mosh pits begin to form.
Bassist Jeff Bowyer even joins the pit wearing a Ghostface mask, creating some chaos in the process. After asking whether anyone in the room is part of the emo crowd, the band launch into their cover of My Chemical Romance’s I Don’t Love You, sending emotions running high before the end of their set. Before leaving the stage, they thank tonight’s headliners WSTR for having them along. Finishing with Catharsis, Downcast cement their place on the British pop-punk scene as a strong live act well worth catching.
As tonight’s headliners, Liverpool-based WSTR take to the stage, the only words that come to mind are complete and utter carnage. Arriving to a wall of cheers and screams, they turn things up to 11 with an incredibly high-energy performance. With a constant stream of crowd surfers flying overhead and landing on the stage (this is a no-barrier show) only to dive straight back into the audience, it’s clear how much the city has missed them.
Vocalist Sammy Clifford relishes the chance to interact with the crowd, giving fans plenty of opportunities to sing and scream down the microphone with him while delivering a strong vocal performance of his own. Despite being on the final stretch of a European tour, WSTR show no signs of slowing down, with Alex Tobijanski donning a very rockstar furry leopard-print bucket hat and sounding tighter than ever on bass.
There’s a clever moment as the band finish The Latest with an outro of The All-American Rejects’ Gives You Hell before launching straight into See You In Hell, sparking a huge sing-along about a twisted holiday and showing that WSTR are more than just a typical pop-punk band.
As the show races towards its end, the band bring out the big guns with Featherweight, Eastbound & Down and 3 Days Sober, each one sending the room into overdrive with crowd surfers and bouncing fans throughout. With time running out, WSTR stay on stage and finish their set without an encore giving fans one last treat with Filthy for a final mosh before heading home.
Tonight has been an incredible evening of British pop-punk and shows just how strong the scene has become across the country, with bands dreaming of following in You Me At Six’s footsteps. Personally, I can’t wait to see WSTR again if every show is as good as this one.
Photo credits: Martin Hingley
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Live Gallery: WSTR – Sheffield
Live Gallery: WSTR – Corporation, Sheffield
27th February 2025
Support: Downcast, Broken Narrative, Wnsdy at 7 5
Photos: Martin Hingley
We look back at the epic WSTR show through the eyes of our photographer Martin Hingley!
WSTR
Downcast
Broken Narrative
Wnsdy at 7 5
All photo credits: Martin Hingley Photography
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