Today, British rocker CHEZ KANE is thrilled to unleash her new single, “Love Tornado,” taken from her upcoming third studio album, 'Reckless,' out on March 27, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. The new track arrives alongside an official video, available below. On "Love Tornado," CHEZ comments: “Hold on tight, rockers… A love tornado is about to hit! I’m thrilled to announce my third single 'Love Tornado' from my upcoming album 'Reckless!' It’s pure energy and totally swept me off my feet… Bet it’ll do the same for you.

In the midst of their ongoing and highly successful European tour, Finnish heavy metal powerhouse BATTLE BEAST is giving fans another reason to celebrate.The band has just released 'Watch The Sky Fall', a new highlight track from their recently launched album Steelbound, out now via Nuclear Blast Records (released October 17th). 'Watch The Sky Fall' is a high-octane, melodic rock-metal anthem that captures the band’s trademark mix of power, emotion, and electrifying energy.

XS ROCK: Tell me about the latest band news? Any new projects coming out, live shows, or announcements? Danny: We have a lot in the works right now for Drop Dead. A new song is coming out very soon, and more are on the way early next year. We are planning to go back into the studio sometime next year and play as many shows as we can!

Extreme has announced the following regarding the new video for "Here's To The Losers": The 12th and final video from our latest album, Six. Drink up, Here's to the Losers! The album "Six" was released all the way back in 2023, and this is the final video and single released from that album.

On the very same day that Arch Enemy and Alissa White Gluz parted ways, Alissa has launched a video for the first song from her new upcoming solo album. You can watch the video below: White-Gluz stated: I hope you love this first offering from my upcoming solo album. The Room Where She Died" is a song that feels truly satisfying to me; like I get to express myself in so many ways that have been dormant for years.

After a sprawling 2025 world tour that saw Guns N’ Roses return to Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, the powerhouse rock icons have announced they will hit the road again in the spring and summer 2026. This 2026 tour will see Guns N’ Roses visit Mexico and Brazil, before headlining additional EU markets, as well as stadiums across the US and Canada.

Great White guitarist Mark Kendall announced the following via his Facebook page: Hello Friends!Just wanted everyone to know I was diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer a few months ago. I wanted to wait to go public until I knew a little more about it.Just to give you an update the tumor has shrunk from 13 centimeters to 8, so I’m going in the right direction with my first scan.

Arch Enemy has posted the following regarding the now former singer, Alissa White-Gluz: Arch Enemy have parted ways with singer Alissa White-Gluz. We're thankful for the time and music we've shared and wish her all the best.Wherever there is an ending, there is also a beginning.See you in 2026. No reason is given for White-Gluz's departure. Alissa White-Gluz announced the following right after Arch Enemy's post:

HNE Recordings will release a new 4 CD Box Set called Bad Boys - The McAuley Schenker Story 1987-1992, featuring the three studio albums and Unplugged Live album with extra bonus tracks. It's set for release on January 30, 2026. After making his debut at a mere 17 years old on Scorpions’ first LP ‘Lonesome Crow’ in 1972, guitar maestro and mad axe-man Michael Schenker spent five years as lead guitarist with the inimitable UFO, before forming The Michael Schenker Group (MSG for short) with singer Gary Barden in 1979.

The new lineup consists of founding member, guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof, guitarist Rick Van Zandt, bassist David Ellefson, drummer Ken Mary and vocalist Brian Allen.New Album of Metal Church Music to be Released in 2026 via Rat Pak Records. West Coast heavy metal veterans Metal Church return with a revitalized lineup and a hard-hitting new single that underscores the sound that has driven their four-decade legacy.

Rock/metal icon ROB ZOMBIE has revealed the latest single, ‘Heathen Days,’ from his highly-anticipated upcoming album, The Great Satan, due out February 27th from Nuclear Blast Records. Accompanied by a video directed by Zombie, ‘Heathen Days’ is a callback to his earlier sound of furious, groove laden guitar riffs as he lyrically invokes the ungodly days when chaos and war were constantly at your back.

Lamb of God has released “Parasocial Christ,” a relentless three-minute assault that once again pairs the Richmond metal titans with longtime producer Josh Wilbur. The standalone single follows “Sepsis,” which has dominated the U.S. metal charts for the past two weeks. The song arrives alongside a stark, desaturated video directed by Jon Vulpine, whose unsettling visual style mirrors the track’s intensity as it captures a man’s descent into madness.

Massachusetts-based hard rock/metal outfit All Sinners are proud to announce the release of their highly anticipated new studio album We Own the Night, available now via Rat Pak Records. The new album marks a bold step forward for the band, combining their signature heavy riffs with more complex arrangements and raw, emotional depth. This powerful new collection of tracks showcases the band’s growth both musically and thematically, building on the foundation laid by their debut EP while introducing new sonic territory that will leave fans and newcomers alike in awe.

The Dead Daisies are thrilled to announce the release of a powerful new live album and ambitious plans for the years ahead. Following a highly successful run of UK dates earlier this year, the band's electrifying closing performance at the Stonedead Festival is now immortalized. Today, November 14th, 2025, the raw, high-voltage energy of that night is unleashed with the digital release of Live At Stonedead.

Just announced! THE RETURN OF THE CARNIVAL OF SINS! The 2026 North American tour kicks off in July to celebrate the 20th anniversary of ‘Carnival of Sins’ and our 45th anniversary. 33 dates, re-imagined show, updated setlist, and featuring performances by very special guests Tesla and Extreme - coming to a city near YOU! Get your tickets early by signing up to the official Mötley Crüe mailing list NOW at…

After a year of steady build-up, bold reinvention, and dancefloor resurrection, WARFIELD - the darkwave/deathrock project helmed by She Wants Revenge lyricist and frontman Justin Warfield - arrives at a pivotal moment. Today marks the release of Deathrock Devotionals Vol. II (out via Black Heathers/Cleopatra Records), the latest installment in Justin’s ongoing love letter to the early Los Angeles deathrock and post-punk scenes that shaped him.

The new documentary film, Billy Idol Should Be Dead, is set to be released in theaters and on streaming services in the early part of 2026. It spans the life and career of the legendary singer through his personal highs and lows. The film is the first of it's kind to delve deep into the life of the enigmatic singer. More on Billy Idol:

The legendary Rolling Stones have released a previously unheard song from the recording sessions for the 1976 album Black N' Blue called "I Love Ladies," which you can hear below: Celebrate the Rolling Stones' 1976 album, Black and Blue, with this comprehensive box set. This album marked a pivotal moment, as it was the first to feature Ronnie Wood as a full member, contributing his iconic guitar work.

Black N' Blue vocalist Jaime St. James and the band's original guitarist, Tommy Thayer, have teamed up as Thayer-St. James to release a brand new album called "Bombshell". Tommy and Jaimie had this to say about the album: Our story has always been about friendship first. From the beginnings of Black ‘N Blue, before the tours, the records, and craziness of the 80s, we were two friends writing songs and chasing dreams together.

Revered for her powerful voice and commanding stage presence, the American singer Lucia Cifarelli is best known for her membership of the industrial rock band KMFDM, with whom she has been associated since the turn of the millennium. Cifarelli had initially founded the band Drill, who disbanded in the mid ‘90s after one album and tours with the likes of Stabbing Westward, Marilyn Manson, Genitorturers and Gang Of Four.

The countdown to the release of MEGADETH’s final studio album continues with “I Don’t Care,” their latest single and video out today. MEGADETH leader DAVE MUSTAINE says about the anthemic “I Don’t Care”: “How many times have you wanted to say this to someone? I know you want to! Deep down inside, if we had the balls, we would tell more people, ‘I don’t care’ more often.”

David Coverdale has announced that after a 50-year-plus run of performing in bands like Whitesnake, Deep Purple, and Page/Plant, he is now retiring. The legendary vocalist has been quite prolific over the years with releasing material and touring, but states that is evident to him that it;s time to stop and enjoy his retirement. You can watch his staement below:

The all-star hard rock collective BLACK SWAN - featuring Robin McAuley (McAuley Schenker Group), Reb Beach (Winger, Whitesnake), Jeff Pilson (Foreigner, The End Machine, ex-Dokken), and Matt Starr (Ace Frehley, Mr. Big) – are thrilled to announce the release of a new studio album, 'Paralyzed,' set for release on February 13, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. BLACK SWAN unleashes today another extract of the record, “If I Was King," that follows the previously released single “The Fire And The Flame."

Due to popular demand, Multi-Platinum global pop superstar Kesha is kicking the Christmas season off early with today’s multiplatform digital premiere of her fan favorite cover of Lindsey Buckingham’s classic “Holiday Road.” First released last year as a “Spotify Singles Holiday” exclusive to Spotify – where it currently boasts close to 52M worldwide streams and counting – the track is now available at all DSPs and streaming services.

The long-awaited SS Iron Yacht finally sets sail with a crew of metal and rock legends navigating the seas of America's most popular music genre, yacht rock! Your captains include Cherie Currie of The Runaways, Joe Lynn Turner and Graham Bonnet of Rainbow, Chris Poland of Megadeth, BulletBoys, Steve Morse, Vinnie Moore, and lots more! Each of these incredibly popular yacht rock anthems is completely rebuilt from the hull up with powerful guitars, soaring vocals, and thunderous drums to create a listening experience like no other!