Rock News

Current and archived news items from the hard rock and metal world, covering major artists, label stories, tours, and releases.

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Coverage from across hard rock, heavy metal, NWOBHM, glam, sleaze, and related scenes. Read alongside the reviews section and check the interviews hub for the artists behind the stories.

2020

Sacrilege premiere new music video

January 2020Band News

Sacrilege debuted “The Court of the Insane” as a music video.

Sacrilege live at The Cavern, UK

January 4, 2020Live

Report from Sacrilege’s January 4th, 2020 performance at The Cavern, UK.

2018

Hollywood Vampires at Lucca Summer Fest

2018Festival

Live coverage from Hollywood Vampires @ Lucca Summer Fest 2018.

Whitesnake & Def Leppard at Mediolanum Forum Milano

2018Live

Live report from Whitesnake & Def Leppard @ Mediolanum Forum Milano.

Hard rock and heavy metal news moves quickly, with bands announcing new releases, tours, and lineup changes that shape the scene week by week. A dedicated news section keeps readers current on developments from established acts as well as newer groups working to build an audience. Music videos, label signings, festival appearances, and anniversary reissues are all part of the ongoing story that fans follow closely. Archiving these updates creates a record of the genre's evolution over time, allowing readers to revisit earlier moments and trace how particular bands or movements developed. Regular coverage helps maintain a living archive of the hard rock and metal world for both longtime followers and curious newcomers exploring the scene.

The New Wave of British Heavy Metal remains a touchstone for many bands and listeners, decades after the original movement took shape. News items connected to NWOBHM acts often highlight reunion shows, remastered catalog releases, and appearances from figures associated with that formative era. Coverage extends to younger groups influenced by that sound, whether they lean toward traditional heavy metal, hard rock, or sleaze. Interview features frequently explore how these contemporary artists connect with the NWOBHM legacy while developing their own identity. The ongoing dialogue between classic influences and modern interpretations keeps the conversation fresh, and a webzine that tracks both sides offers readers a broader view of how the genre continues to renew itself through successive generations of musicians and fans.

Glam metal, hair metal, and sleaze rock each carry their own visual and sonic identity, and news from these corners of the rock world tends to attract dedicated attention. Announcements about reunion tours, new studio albums, or retrospective compilations generate particular interest among readers who followed the original era. Coverage often extends to related styles such as melodic hard rock, AOR, and sleazy blues-inflected material that draws on similar roots. Live reports from clubs and festivals provide firsthand accounts of how these bands sound on stage today, sometimes decades into their careers. A news feed that documents both the high-profile announcements and the smaller underground happenings gives a fuller picture of where glam, sleaze, and melodic rock stand in the present moment.

A well-maintained archive turns a news page into more than just a feed of recent headlines, offering readers a way to revisit past coverage and discover older stories. Archived items might include live reports, band profiles, label updates, and video premieres from months or years earlier, organized so they remain accessible rather than buried. Readers exploring the archive often find connections between past events and current developments, whether tracking a band's trajectory or revisiting a notable tour stop. The archive complements the reviews and interviews sections, providing context for the music being discussed and the artists being profiled. Together, these sections form a cohesive resource for anyone interested in following hard rock and heavy metal from multiple angles over an extended period.

What We Cover

  • Album announcements, label news, and promotional stories.
  • Tour updates, festival coverage, and live event reports.
  • Press releases for bands across hard rock, heavy metal, NWOBHM, glam, and sleaze.

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