Why do metal fans forgive weak albums from legendary bands while judging newcomers so harshly? Loyalty, nostalgia, identity, ...

You might not know these rock and metal bands, but you should by the end of 2026. From hard rock to hardcore, nearly every subgenre of rock and metal is seeing a surge of new acts that deserve to be ...

Before Billy Joel was a classy and sophisticated showman sitting behind a grand piano, he was a thick-haired heavy metal rock ‘n’ roller. Surprised? So are we, but it is true, as Billy Joel co-founded ...

The metal pioneers are preparing their first new studio album since 2021 as they celebrate their 45th anniversary.

Saxon co-founder Graham Oliver celebrates his 74th birthday while continuing to carry the legacy of British heavy metal.

Heavy metal music has become a niche genre to an extent. While there are a couple of bands that have broken into the mainstream and garnered wide appeal, the majority of heavy metal bands seemingly ...

From The Melvins to Slint, discover the unsung architects of rock whose records sold poorly but started a revolution ...

Here are 11 of the best love songs by some of the biggest bands in heavy metal. Metal bands aren't always known for their ability to be touchy feely, but on more than one occasion, heavy metal has ...