KISS 2025 Show Is First Since Farewell, Event to Ft. Ex-Member
March 22, 2025
KISS have announced their return to the stage in 2025. It will mark their first performance since the end of their farewell tour two years ago. Continue reading…
The Rockers We've Lost in 2025
March 22, 2025
There's some amazing talent that's no longer with us, but what a legacy they left behind. Continue reading…
Uh-Oh! Ghost Might Stop the Lore, Tobias Forge Reveals Why
March 21, 2025
"It's not productive to have this endless soap opera." Continue reading…
Trading Vinnie Paul Stories
March 21, 2025
In this Beardo and Weirdo podcast clip, Chris Kael and Craig Gass trade stories about late, great Pantera legend Vinnie Paul. Continue reading…
Best Dad Rock? - Boomers Vs. Gen X Vs. Millennials Vs. Gen Z
March 21, 2025
Of the Boomer, Gen X, Millennial and Gen Z generations, whose dad rock is the best? Vote in Loudwire's March Dadness tournament to find out! Continue reading…
Neil Young Cancels Free Concert in Ukraine, Shares Statement
March 21, 2025
He said he "could not in good conscience" take his crew and instruments into the war-torn country. Continue reading…
Gene Simmons Postpones 17 Dates on 2025 Tour, Statement Issued
March 21, 2025
Seventeen dates have been removed from the KISS star's solo tour plans. Continue reading…
Ex-Guns N' Roses Drummer Frank Ferrer Comments on Split WIth Band
March 21, 2025
Former Guns N' Roses drummer Frank Ferrer issued a statement on social media addressing his split with the band in March of 2025. Continue reading…
Setlist + Video - Dead and Company Launch 2025 Sphere Residency
March 21, 2025
Dead and Company launched their second Las Vegas Sphere residency on March 20, 2025. See the full setlist and some video footage from the night. Continue reading…
9-Year-Old Weaponizes Homework in Genius Plot to See Slipknot
March 21, 2025
Kid grinds through Slipknot homework like it’s a double bass pedal to convince his mom to let him see the band live. Continue reading…
Rock or Metal? - Bands Whose Genre Label We Argue About the Most
March 21, 2025
As a staff, we often have debates about whether to include the following bands on rock or metal lists because they have characteristics of both genres. Continue reading…
24 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week
March 21, 2025
New dates have been announced for 311, The Warning and Babymetal among others. Plus we've got festival news on Lollapalooza and Sea.Hear.Now. Continue reading…
Jimi Hendrix Catalog Director Dives Into Work With Family Estate
March 21, 2025
John McDermott joins Loudwire Nights to discuss his work as the Catalog Director for the Jimi Hendrix family company, Experience Hendrix. Continue reading…
Who Is Guns N' Roses' New Drummer Isaac Carpenter?
March 20, 2025
Guns N' Roses just announced Isaac Carpenter as their new drummer in place of Frank Ferrer. Carpenter was in Duff McKagan's band Loaded. Continue reading…
Guns N' Roses Reveal Their New Drummer, Share Statement
March 20, 2025
Guns N' Roses have revealed Isaac Carpenter as their new drummer a day after announcing the exit of Frank Ferrer. Continue reading…
Kip Winger Doesn't Want to Pull a Kiss With Winger Farewell
March 20, 2025
He also explains how his life will change after the band wraps it up. Continue reading…
Gel Break Up Over Ex-Guitarist's 'Heinous Acts,' Statement Issued
March 20, 2025
The members of Gel call out former guitarist Anthony Webster for financial and personal infractions as reasoning for the band's split. Continue reading…
All 23 Musicians Who've Been in Guns N' Roses
March 20, 2025
Guns N' Roses have had a lot of musicians in and out of the band since they formed in 1985, so here is a list of everyone who's been a member. Continue reading…
Twisted Sister, Whitesnake Video Director Marty Callner Dies
March 20, 2025
He also shot career-changing music videos for Aerosmith, Heart and Cher. Continue reading…
7 Drummers Who Could Replace Frank Ferrer in Guns N' Roses
March 19, 2025
Frank Ferrer and Guns N' Roses have parted ways, so we compiled a list of drummers with ties to the band that could replace him. Continue reading…
All 2025 Heavy Music Awards Nominees Announced in 10 Categories
March 19, 2025
Who got nominated for the 2025 Heavy Music Awards and who will you be voting for? See the list of nominations. Continue reading…
Billy Corgan + Wife Chloe Welcome Newborn Baby, Reveal Name
March 19, 2025
Congrats to the Smashing Pumpkins frontman! Continue reading…
Guns N' Roses Announce Exit of Drummer Frank Ferrer - Statement
March 19, 2025
Guns N' Roses have revealed an amicable split with their longtime drummer Frank Ferrer. Continue reading…
'The Bear' Actor Starts Hardcore Band With Alexisonfire Guitarist
March 19, 2025
'The Bear' actor Matty Matheson has launched a new band called Pig Pen with Alexisonfire guitarist Wade MacNeil and a few other musicians. Continue reading…
The Mad Season Riff Mike McCready Tried to Give to Ozzy
March 19, 2025
The Prince of Darkness apparently wasn't impressed. Continue reading…
Interview: Aaron Beam Reflects on Red Fang's 20th Anniversary
March 19, 2025
Red Fang's Aaron Beam celebrates the band's 20th anniversary by diving into their new album, 'Deep Cuts,' and reflects on playing Metallica's Orion Festival. Continue reading…
Dave Mustaine Guitar Technique Marty Friedman 'Never Got Good At'
March 18, 2025
"It's a lot of very personal choices, lifestyle choices, that translate into guitar." Continue reading…
Semisonic Slam White House for 'Closing Time' Deportation Video
March 18, 2025
"The song is about joy and possibilities and hope, and they have missed the point entirely." Continue reading…
Korn Are First Metal Band to Headline Lollapalooza in 3 Years
March 18, 2025
Korn are the first metal band to headline Lollapalooza festival in three years, with the last one being Metallica in 2022. Continue reading…
Dropkick Murphys Address X Account Suspension After Viral Video
March 18, 2025
Ken Casey has addressed a Dropkick Murphys X account being suspended after calling out a fan at a show over his MAGA hat. Continue reading…
11 Great Non-'Big 4' Grunge Era Songs You May Have Forgotten
March 18, 2025
The grunge era brought us more than Seattle's 'Big 4' and all their spinoffs. Here's some great grunge era songs that might have fallen off your radar. Continue reading…
Katatonia Co-Founder Leaves Band After 34 Years, Statement Issued
March 17, 2025
Both Jonas Renske and Anders Nystrom have now addressed the divide that has led to Nystrom's exit from Katatonia after 34 years. Continue reading…
VOTE: Better Era - White Zombie vs. Rob Zombie?
March 17, 2025
Which era or Rob Zombie's career is better? Did you prefer his time with White Zombie or his solo career? Vote in Loudwire Nights' Chuck's Fight Club. Continue reading…
Flogging Molly Statement on Singer's 'Serious Health Condition'
March 17, 2025
Flogging Molly provide an update after canceling their 2025 touring earlier this year citing a 'serious health condition' concerning singer Dave King. Continue reading…
Zakk Wylde Reveals One More BIG Detail About Ozzy's Final Show
March 17, 2025
See how all the artists on this star-studded lineup will make it an event to remember. Continue reading…
