

Who Yungblud Would Want in His Rock Supergroup
October 17, 2025
Yungblud made some surprising picks when he was asked which artists would join his dream supergroup. Continue reading…

The 11 Biggest Rock + Metal Tours Announced for 2026 (So Far)
October 17, 2025
These are the biggest rock and metal tours happening in 2026 so far, including Metallica, Iron Maiden, My Chemical Romance and more. Continue reading…

KISS' Guitarists All Reflect on the Life + Legacy of Ace Frehley
October 17, 2025
Tommy Thayer, Bruce Kulick and Vinnie Vincent have all issued their initial comments on the death of original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley. Continue reading…

Paul Stanley Shares His Favorite Photo With Ace Frehley
October 17, 2025
Paul Stanley has shared his favorite photo with founding KISS guitarist Ace Frehley, who died at the age of 74, as a social media tribute. Continue reading…

14 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week
October 17, 2025
No Doubt, Dropkick Murphys, Nonpoint, Sugar, Eagles and more are among the acts adding new or more shows over the past seven days. Continue reading…

Ghost's Tobias Forge Discusses 2026 Tour, Discusses Ozzy Tribute
October 16, 2025
Tobias Forge celebrates the success of Ghost's album, 'Skeleta,' looks ahead to their '26 tour and also opens up about his performance at Back to the Beginning. Continue reading…

Peter Criss Shares First Comments on the Death of Ace Frehley
October 16, 2025
Former KISS drummer Peter Criss has shared his initial statement on the death of ex-KISS guitarist Ace Frehley. Continue reading…

KISS' Gene Simmons Shares Statement on Death of Ace Frehley
October 16, 2025
Gene Simmons has shared a statement on the death of founding KISS guitarist Ace Frehley, who died on Oct. 16 at the age of 74. Continue reading…

Rockers Mourn the Death of Legendary KISS Guitarist Ace Frehley
October 16, 2025
The rock world is mourning the death of legendary KISS guitarist Ace Frehley. Continue reading…

Photos of Late Former KISS Member Ace Frehley Over the Years
October 16, 2025
Looking back at the life of founding KISS member Ace Frehley. Continue reading…

Original KISS Lead Guitarist Ace Frehley Dead at 74
October 16, 2025
The guitarist's unique self-taught style has been cited as a major influence by many younger stars. Continue reading…

Original Kiss Guitarist Ace Frehley Reportedly on Life Support
October 16, 2025
The guitarist recently canceled all of his remaining 2025 tour plans after falling in his recording studio. Continue reading…

Yungblud Names His 5 Favorite Albums of All Time
October 16, 2025
Yungblud named his five favorite albums of all time during a recent interview and his picks included The Clash, Fleetwood Mac and more. Continue reading…

Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson Reveals His Favorite Live Album
October 16, 2025
There are several connections between Dickinson's choice and his own band's career. Continue reading…

Enter to Win a Sabaton 'Legends' Vinyl Prize Pack!
October 16, 2025
Here's your chance to enter to win Sabaton's latest album, 'Legends,' on vinyl with assorted other goodies, all courtesy of the Loudwire Nights radio show. Continue reading…

5 '90s Rock Bands You Might Have Forgotten
October 16, 2025
Some of these bands are still going today while others ended up finding success outside of music. Continue reading…

Tech N9ne: 'Wherever Music Is Being Played, We Will Be There'
October 15, 2025
Tech N9ne opens up about everything he's working on at the moment and why he loves playing festivals like Louder Than Life. Continue reading…

Avenged Sevenfold Singer Addresses Released Israeli Hostages
October 15, 2025
M. Shadows taped a welcome home message for two newly released Israeli hostages who were also Avenged Sevenfold fans. Continue reading…

No Doubt Add Six Dates to First Run of Shows in 14 Years
October 15, 2025
No Doubt have added six more dates for their reunion residency run at the Las Vegas Sphere in 2026. Continue reading…

Sugar Officially Reunite, Announce First Shows in 31 Years
October 15, 2025
The Bob Mould-led Sugar just released a new song and announced their first shows in 31 years taking place in 2026. Continue reading…

Man In Ronald McDonald Costume Allegedly Groped Fest Crowdsurfers
October 14, 2025
Those who attended the festival and were reportedly attacked by the man are being encouraged to contact the Sacramento Police Department. Continue reading…

Is a Back to the Beginning Concert Coming to the U.S. Next Year?
October 14, 2025
An application was submitted to trademark the 'Back to the Beginning' name in the U.S., leading to speculation that it may be turned into an annual event. Continue reading…

Ian Watkins’ Ex-Girlfriend Addresses Singer’s Death in Prison
October 14, 2025
Joanne Mjadzelics, the ex-girlfriend who tried to report former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins to police, shares her thoughts upon learning of his death in prison. Continue reading…

11 Essential '70s Rock Albums Everyone Should Own on Vinyl
October 14, 2025
If you're just getting started as a vinyl collector, you'll want to make sure you've got these essentials from the 1970s in your collection. Continue reading…

Two Big Metal Weddings in Same Weekend + Gene Simmons Officiated
October 13, 2025
Both receptions were packed with metal band members and Elvis impersonators. Continue reading…

Better Rush Album - 'Rush' vs. 'Clockwork Angels'
October 13, 2025
In this week's Loudwire Nights poll, we ask which is the better Rush album - their self-titled debut or their final 'Clockwork Angels' album. Continue reading…

The Megadeth Album That 'Changed' Dimebag Darrell's Life
October 13, 2025
The night Dimebag Darrell met David Ellefson, he wanted to make sure he understood how much Megadeth meant to him. Continue reading…

Sammy Hagar Says There's Still Something He Wants to Achieve
October 13, 2025
Sammy Hagar celebrates his latest live album, his ongoing Las Vegas residency, what it was like honoring Ozzy Osbourne and more in this new interview. Continue reading…

Korn Announce First 2026 South American Tour Dates
October 13, 2025
Korn have announced their first tour date for 2026, a Latin American trek in the spring with Spiritbox and Seven Hours After Violet as support. Continue reading…

Disturbed Address Brussels Concert Cancelation in New Statement
October 13, 2025
Disturbed discuss the healing power of music while also sharing their sadness over the recent concert cancelation of their show in Brussels, Belgium. Continue reading…

15 Rock + Metal Artists With Native American Heritage
October 13, 2025
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day looking at 15 Native American artists in rock and metal. Continue reading…

Cradle of Filth Share Photos of Huge Rapper Wearing Their Merch
October 13, 2025
Cradle of Filth shared photos on social media of huge rapper Cardi B wearing a T-shirt dress from their collaboration with the fashion brand Vetements. Continue reading…

Two Arrests Made in Stabbing Death of Ex-Lostprophets Singer
October 13, 2025
The West Yorkshire police have arrested two men for suspicion of murdering former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins in prison. Continue reading…

Testament Singer Sold on 'Para Bellum' Ballad With One Word
October 13, 2025
Testament's Chuck Billy speaks about the 'epic' new ballad 'Meant to Be' as well as digging into the new 'Para Bellum' album. Continue reading…

The 11 Best Prog Rock Drummers of All Time
October 13, 2025
Can YOU keep time with these exceptional prog rock drummers?! Continue reading…