Oasis announce Live '27 world tour
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Nicko McBrain would be “delighted” to drum on Iron Maiden’s next album – on one condition
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Mastodon slam "meritless lawsuit" which claims band used Brent Hinds' likeness to promote new album
Estate of Brent Hinds claims Mastodon used his likeness, revealed private info and never paid what was owed
Legendary drummer Carmine Appice on writing Rod Stewart’s biggest hit on a drum machine
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The chaotic birth of Guns N’ Roses and the wild road to Appetite For Destruction
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The classic Rick Wakeman album inspired by a mythical king, Ziggy Stardust and a heart attack
The Myths And Legends Of King Arthur was Rick Wakeman’s most ambitious solo album
Zombie metal lunatics Dominum are the missing link between Sabaton, Ghost and The Walking Dead
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Music
Was Pink Floyd’s attempt to make an album from found sounds just a delaying tactic?
Roger Waters argued there was no difference between playing guitar or a water tap. But after exploring the concept of Household Objects over four years, they abandoned their early experimental era for ever
“A band is sometimes a frustration. That’s why I do solo projects”: Porcupine Tree and The Incident
No one knew the 2010 album would be the band’s last word for 12 years. But there was plenty to keep fans busy trying to identify Steven Wilson’s full range of influences
Gentle Giant's Octopus represents all of progressive rock's virtues
Gentle Giant's Octopus can be something of an acquired taste, with its multi-faceted approach and highbrow subject matter
Classic Rock's Tracks Of The Week: September 14, 2026
Eight songs you need to hear right now, from Steven Wilson, The War On Drugs, Twin Temple and more
Tech
Audio masters Pro-Ject bring the “mechanical soul” of the open road to the home with new Harley-Davidson turntable
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Best record players for beginners 2026: Get to grips with grooves through these approachable entry-level turntables
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Marshall expand their Jimi Hendrix anniversary range with Purple Haze-infused hardware line-up
Trio of new limited-edition products includes Major V headphones and Emberton III speaker and celebrates Jimi Hendrix’s association with the Marshall brand
Latest Reviews
Gentle Giant's Octopus represents all of progressive rock's virtues
Gentle Giant's Octopus can be something of an acquired taste, with its multi-faceted approach and highbrow subject matter
Are Anthrax nearing the end? If so Cursum Perficio is a solid if imperfect send-off
After 12 albums and 45 years, Anthrax are still trying new things on Cursum Perficio
The Meffs deliver a confrontational, triumphant performance on new album Business
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Necropolitan proves Green Lung might be the UK's answer to Ghost
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Get a unique, crystal-clear double-vinyl version of Rick Wakeman's new album and a signed issue of Prog here!
Our new Rick Wakeman bundle features a unique, crystal-clear double-vinyl version of Return To The Red Planet and a one-off front cover of the latest issue of Prog signed personally by Rick!
The Wakemans, uncensored, grace the cover of the new issue of Prog, on sale now!
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