Metallica Made Concert History at First Show of 2026

Metallica made concert history at their first show of 2026 in Athens, Greece, setting a new attendance record for the city's Olympic Stadium with over 90,000 fans in attendance. The band played 16 tracks, starting with "Creeping Death" and ending with "Enter Sandman." Metallica's in-the-round stage design likely contributed to breaking the venue's capacity record. The M72 World Tour continues in Bucharest, Romania, with upcoming shows at the Sphere venue in Las Vegas later this year.

Metallica members pay secret visit to ancient Türkiye site

Metallica's Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo visited the ancient Roman city of Hierapolis in Türkiye during their European tour, posing for photos among the ruins. Despite speculation about a potential Istanbul concert, Metallica's team confirmed that no tour dates are planned for Türkiye at this time due to logistical constraints. The band's production trucks could not reach Türkiye from Greece in time for a concert, highlighting the challenges of staging large-scale international productions in the country. It remains uncertain whether these logistical barriers will be resolved for a future Metallica tour in Türkiye.

The definitive Red Hot Chili Peppers song, according to Flea

The Red Hot Chili Peppers, a prominent American rock band of the 1990s, emerged from their punk rock roots to create a unique blend of rock, rap, and funk. Their breakthrough album, "Blood Sugar Sex Magik," marked a turning point in their career, with the track "Give It Away" becoming a fan favorite and a top ten single in the UK. Bassist Flea considers the song a quintessential representation of the band's sound, embodying their energy and ethos of giving. Despite the challenge of pinpointing a single defining song, "Give It Away" remains a timeless emblem of the Red Hot Chili Peppers' musical legacy.

Twenty One Pilots, Teddy Swims, Keith Urban And More To Perform At 2026 American Music Awards

CBS and Dick Clark Productions are announcing the performers for the 52nd American Music Awards.The first group of performers include Twenty One Pilots, Teddy Swims, Keith Urban, Maluma, and Riley Green.The list also features Hootie and the Blowfish, Katseye, Riley Green and Sombr. Additional details, like more performers, presenters, and special honorees will be announced in the coming weeks. The 52nd AMAs will be hosted by Queen Latifah live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Memorial Day, May 25th.

2026 Furnace Fest Headlined by Bring Me the Horizon and A Day to Remember

Furnace Fest has announced its 2026 line-up, featuring a special anniversary set from Bring Me The Horizon, who will perform their debut album 'Count Your Blessings' in full. The festival will also include headline performances from A Day To Remember and Underøath playing 'Define The Great Line' in full, as well as sets from Motionless In White, Circa Survive, and more. The event will take place on October 10 & 11 in Birmingham, Alabama, with tickets available for pre-sale starting May 15. UK fans can catch Bring Me The Horizon playing their debut album in full at two Manchester shows in July.

DEF LEPPARD's Next Album Will 'Surprise A Lot Of People': 'We've Written The Fastest Song That We've Ever Recorded'

DEF LEPPARD's Joe Elliott discussed the band's latest single, "Rejoice," in an interview with Riff X's "Metal XS." The track was released ahead of their Las Vegas residency and is the first song from their upcoming album. Elliott described the song as uplifting and explained the band's new recording process influenced by COVID. DEF LEPPARD's diverse new album is expected to surprise fans with its eclectic sound. Additionally, guitarist Vivian Campbell recently announced that he is in remission from Hodgkin's lymphoma.

ADAM JONES On Possible TOOL Residency At Sphere In Las Vegas: 'I Think We Will Do It At Some Point'

Guitarist Adam Jones of Tool revealed in a recent interview that the band was approached to be the first act to perform at Las Vegas' Sphere, but due to scheduling conflicts, they were unable to make it work. However, Jones expressed interest in playing at the venue in the future and mentioned ongoing discussions for a possible residency there. Bassist Justin Chancellor also discussed the potential for more elaborate art aspects in Tool's live shows, prompting speculation about a future performance at the Sphere. Drummer Danny Carey previously mentioned talks for a possible residency at the venue in 2027. Tool is set to play at various festivals this year, with the Sphere hosting Metallica for a residency in 2026-2027.

Gene Simmons Band to play free concert at Speaking Rock Casino in August

Rock legend Gene Simmons will be performing at Speaking Rock Casino on August 1st with his band, playing classic hits. Special guest Slaughter will also be performing at the free concert for those 21 and older. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the event at 122 S Old Pueblo Road. Other free concerts are scheduled for the summer with doors opening at 6 p.m.

Switchfoot Announce 2026 Forever Now Tour

Switchfoot are announcing a 2026 fall U.S. tour. The "Forever Now" tour kicks off on September 17th in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and wraps up on November 21st in Seattle, Washington. The 38-date tour is in support of their upcoming album of the same name, which will be out on June 26th. Tickets for the "Forever Now" tour go on sale this Friday. ‘

Daughtry announces ’SHOCK TO THE SYSTEM’ deluxe vinyl LP

Daughtry is set to release a deluxe vinyl set on June 5 featuring his “Shock To The System” EPs and live recordings. The collection is available for pre-order and includes tracks such as “The Reckoning” and “Artificial.” Chris Daughtry has expressed excitement about the upcoming release, which will offer fans a unique listening experience.

Red Hot Chili Peppers cash in on catalogue for $300 million

The Red Hot Chili Peppers have sold their entire recorded music catalog to Warner Music Group for over $300 million. The deal includes 13 studio albums and decades of hit songs that generate around $26 million annually. This sale adds the band to the list of rock legends capitalizing on their musical legacies. Meanwhile, the Chili Peppers are working on a new album, with bassist Flea and guitarist John Frusciante collaborating on new music at Frusciante's home studio.

SMASHING PUMPKINS: Corgan Takes Melon Opera On the Road

Billy Corgan is taking his operatic version of The Smashing Pumpkins' Mellon Collie And Infinite Sadness on the road. A Night Of Mellon Collie And Infinite Sadness featuring Billy Corgan will tour Europe starting September 1st in London and wrapping up September 11th in Madrid, Spain. Corgan will be joined by composer/conductor James Lowe and five opera singers for the trek and will be backed by various orchestras at each stop. Corgan and Lowe unveiled their operatic take on the 1995 double labum last November at the Lyric Opera in Chicago. Corgan says, "Opera and rock both tell stories of heightened emotions, and I am excited for both fans of my music and traditional opera fans to hear some truly inspired work; for the balance here is to honor both traditions in a magisterial way.”

The New Foo Fighters Album Is The First To Miss The Top 10 In Decades

Nirvana disbanded in 1994 after Kurt Cobain's death, leading Dave Grohl to form Foo Fighters. The band's self-titled debut album was released in 1995 and became a commercial success. However, their latest album, "Your Favorite Toy," debuted at No. 23 on the Billboard 200, marking their lowest-charting release in over 30 years. Despite this, the album performed well on other Billboard charts, including reaching No. 1 on the Top Hard Rock Albums chart and debuting in the top 10 on several other rankings.

Greta Van Fleet Squash Breakup Rumor + Share New Song Snippet

Greta Van Fleet recently reassured fans with a new Instagram post declaring "We're back, baby!" after a cryptic message earlier in the week sparked breakup rumors. The post also teased what sounds like a new song, possibly titled "Play Your Games", set for release on May 29th. The band's upcoming album, "GVF4", is said to be produced by Dave Cobb, who worked with them on their 2023 album "Starcatcher".

Tommy Lee Reveals His Next Career Move After Mötley Crüe

Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee discussed his future career plans in a recent interview, hinting at a potential transition into producing and developing other artists in the music industry. While he expressed his continued passion for live performance, Lee sees helping others make their musical dreams a reality as a natural evolution of his career. His history of collaborating across genres and his early commitment to music suggest that his move into artist development has been brewing for some time. Lee's versatility and experience could prove valuable in his potential role as a producer and mentor for emerging artists.

Mötley Crüe singer's company sues Scottsdale over fatal airport crash

A company owned by Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil is suing the city of Scottsdale over a February 2025 plane crash that killed a pilot and destroyed two aircraft. Neil was not on board when his plane skidded off the runway and hit a parked plane. The National Transportation Safety Board's preliminary report found the plane's landing gear failed on touchdown. Neil's company claims the parked plane should not have been in an Object Free Area. The city of Scottsdale plans to fight the lawsuit and may file a countersuit for damages.

Oasis Reunion Documentary Headed To Theaters This September

A new documentary about Oasis' 2025 reunion tour is set to arrive in select theaters and IMAX later this year. The documentary gives fans an intimate look at Noel and Liam Gallagher launching their "Oasis Live 25" tour. It also includes the brothers' first joint interviews together in 25 years and never before seen footage. The untitled Oasis documentary will be in select theaters on September 11th.

Mel Taylor