Watch Nightwish documentary on the making of latest album Yesterwynde
Nightwish release 45-minute film exploring the creation of their 10th album
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Watch Nightwish documentary on the making of latest album Yesterwynde
Nightwish release 45-minute film exploring the creation of their 10th album
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Stoner rock legend Brant Bjork on why he didn't want Kyuss to be "the next Metallica"
Brant Bjork explains why he had no real interest in seeing pioneering stoner rockers Kyuss become the new Metallica
Shawn 'Clown' Crahan says he "could care less" about the bands Slipknot have influenced – as his focus is on where The Nine go next
"We’re only getting more and more dangerous," says Clown as he reflects on band's all-conquering anniversary tour
Phil Campbell pays tribute to Lemmy as ashes go on display at London adult entertainment club
Fans are encouraged to visit Lemmy's ashes at London club Stringfellows
Alice Cooper and Rob Halford have joined forces on a wholesome Christmas song for children
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Swiss study reveals the 10 most popular rock band tattoos
Study reveals the top 10 rock bands inspiring tattoos globally
"Prepare for an unforgettable night of pure metal mayhem!" Arch Enemy announce North American tour
Arch Enemy will hit the states with three killer support bands in tow
"I hope your journeys will be safe." Black Sabbath legend Bill Ward shares message for Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain following tour retirement
One legendary heavy metal drummer pays tribute to another
Spinal Tap director Rob Reiner reveals what the band have been up to since breaking up
A sequel to the classic Spinal Tap movie will hit theatres in 2025
"It's finally hitting me that it's coming to an end." Sum 41's Deryck Whibley reflects as band bids farewell
Sum 41 will call it a day in a little over a month – and the reality of the looming end is starting to hit home
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While She Sleeps reiterate their place among the metalcore elite with dazzling London show
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Sylosis and Fit For An Autopsy lead four hours of moshpit mayhem in London
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The Last Will And Testament is Opeth at their most groundbreakingly brilliant
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Armed with 40 years of anthems and some stellar support acts, Sepultura’s final UK show is an unmitigated triumph
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"One last time let's sing together!" Pop punk heavyweights Sum 41 bid London a fond farewell with an electric show at Wembley Arena
Sum 41's farewell tour touches down for their biggest UK show ever
"Two decades after shedding their punk and black metal shackles, Sólstafir still have new ideas to explore." Iceland's coolest metal band explore their own legacy on eighth album Hin Helga Kvöl
Every shade of Sólstafir gets a look in on album number eight
Rising Herts crew Defences are evolving in all the right ways on album number three
Defences haven't quite perfected their formula yet, but if you love yourself a good slice of modern metalcore, you're gonna wanna hear this
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