In a recent interview with Shawn Ratches of Laughingmonkeymusic, former SKID ROW singer Erik Grönwall once again opened up about his decision to exit the band less than a year ago. The 37-year-old Swedish-born musician, who was diagnosed with acute lym…

In a new interview with Finland’s Chaoszine, drummer Kai Hahto spoke about his upcoming solo Alone tour, if Nightwish and Wintersun will play live again, and joining his Nightwish bandmates Auri for their third album. Drummer Kai Hahto (Nightwish, Win…

PANTERA kicked off its 2025 European headlining tour last night (Tuesday, January 21) at Helsingin Jäähalli (Ice Hall) in Helsinki, Finland. Joining the reformed band, consisting of classic-lineup members Philip Anselmo (vocals) and Rex Brown (bass), a…

Sepulchral Curses’ third full-length Crimson Moon Evocations paints a vivid portrait of a band at their creative and productive peak. On their Dark Descent Records debut, the Turku quintet demonstrate unmatched ferocity and craftmanship, cementing thei…

As Orange Goblin approach their 30th anniversary, the band have announced that 2025 will mark their final year of activity—for now. The legendary UK heavy metal band, renowned for their uncompromising DIY ethos and electrifying live performances, share…

Beyond being a world-renowned guitarist, Kiko Loureiro is a transformational mentor. Through his Kiko Loureiro Guitar Academy, he helps guitarists evolve, transforming how they play, feel, and view music—developing not just great musicians but complete…

During an appearance on the January 21 episode of SiriusXM’s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk”, former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman paid tribute to legendary English guitarist John Sykes (TYGERS OF PAN TANG, THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER, SYKE…

“The community came together and was very generous. The entire downstairs of the venue was filled with piles of donations, everything from clothes and jackets, to pet food, and children’s toys.” — Jake Perry / Whisky-A-Go-Go Promoter LOS ANGELES – The devastating fires that rocked Los Angeles has had quite an effect on the music…

Perfect Plan have released their new single and accompanying video, “Heart Of A Lion”, the title track from the upcoming studio album, set for release on February 28 via Frontiers Music Srl. Lead singer Kent Hilli describes the title track by saying: “…

LAMB OF GOD frontman Randy Blythe has blasted Elon Musk for giving a one-armed gesture during a speech celebrating the inauguration of Donald Trump. Speaking at a celebratory rally at the Capital One Arena in Washington hours after Trump was sworn in a…