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Australia’s foremost Kings of progressive, extreme heavy music, Ne Obliviscaris will be touring across Australia and New Zealand in February 2018 in support of their new album Urn which is set to be released […]
Earlier this summer, a new book dedicated to the resurgence of one of music’s most enduring and underrated genres was announced from The Prog Report. Essential Modern Progressive Rock Albums: Images and Words Behind […]
Tonight Alive has announced their upcoming album Underworld, due out January 12, 2018 via UNFD. Underworld musically symbolises the totality of the band’s life coming full circle after experiencing their highest highs and lowest lows. They […]
CKY (Chad I Ginsburg, Jess Margera and Matt Deis) have debuted a brand new music video for their single “Head For a Breakdown.” Directed by The Costa Sisters, this is the third music video we’ve seen […]
DEFENDERS OF THE NORTH / Series (DON) is the new creation from the promoters of the Monterrey Metal Fest in Mexico. What started on November 13, 2004, remained forever in the hearts of all of […]
Melbourne all ages alternative festival Invasion Fest has unveiled the final artwork and entire line up for the annual event; which this year showcases two massive international acts with The Acacia Strain and Kublai Khan, and a […]
Due to the recent announcement that the Max Watt’s Brisbane venue will close it’s doors in late October, the scheduled Wintersun show for November 4th has been moved to an alternative venue in THE […]
LIFE IS NOISE is proud to announce the return of Chelsea Wolfe to Australia for her first full tour since 2012, as well as her first ever New Zealand shows. Seamlessly fusing elements of […]
The Red Hot Summer Tour have announced on of their most exciting shows yet – a special one-off performance at the iconic Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour. Headlined by the legendary John Farnham, with special guests […]
Jimmy Barnes’ highly anticipated new memoir “Working Class Man” will be accompanied by a special national tour it was announced today. Tickets for all shows will go on sale at the same time that […]
Swedish AOR band, HOUSTON, will release their fifth album, “III“, on November 24th via Livewire/Cargo Records UK. The album was recorded together with renowned producer and ex MTV rocker Martin Karlegård (Reptile Smile). The song writing is familiar but […]
Calgary, Alberta: Annerin Theatricals and FOREIGNER announced today that as part of FOREIGNER’s 40th Anniversary celebration they are creating a brand-new musical entitled Jukebox Hero. Based on the screenplay written by the prolific writing duo, […]
Following their shows this year with Thunder, and festival appearances at Amplified, Steelhouse and Ramblin Man Fair, Trucker DIablo are delighted to announce the release of their new album. As for the ethos behind the […]
All the latest updates from Nuclear Blast artists including news on Panzer, Blues Pills, Helloween, Beast In Black and Wednesday 13. Last Friday, heavy metal icons PÄNZER finally unleashed their sophomore record entitled »Fatal Command«! […]
Operation: Mindcrime, the progressive rock and metal hybrid fronted by Geoff Tate, have announced Dec. 1 as the release date for the album The New Reality. The LP is the third and final chapter […]
Hollywood Undead have just released “We Own The Night,” the fourth track/video from their upcoming album FIVE. Hollywood Undead’s first three videos from FIVE have now amassed over 10 million combined views. The band […]
Following a successful two year period that saw The Sword release their fifth studio album High Country, followed by the acoustic album Low Country and the live album Greetings From…, along with extensive worldwide […]
FEATURING THE ORIGINAL MSG VOCALISTS GARY BARDEN, GRAHAM BONNET AND ROBIN MCAULEY PLUS MSG MUSICIANS: STEVE MANN (GUITAR, KEYS), CHRIS GLEN (BASS), TED MCKENNA (DRUMS) WITH SUPPORT BY “DEPARTED” Celebrated rock guitarist Michael Schenker will […]
BIG DUMB FACE, the side project from Limp Bizkit guitarist Wes Borland, has announced its return with new album Where Is Duke Lion? He’s Dead…, set for release on 31 October via Edison Sound. The announcement coincides with the launch of […]
Marmozets have announced details of their hugely anticipated new album. Knowing What You Know Now arrives January 26th at all music retailers and streaming services. Knowing What You Know Now is available for pre-order […]
Grammy Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Green Day will release Greatest Hits: God’s Favourite Band on November 17th. The playlist includes 20 hits spanning the band’s prolific 21 years, plus a […]
Desert rock legend NICK OLIVERI is streaming the third episode of his “N.O. Hits At All” compilations in full via The Obelisk today! This fantastic collection of rare and previously unreleased songs off his various […]
JOHN WETTON was the lead singer & bassist of ASIA, UK and the Red era of KING CRIMSON, with an extensive solo catalogue. This 2-CD set AKUSTIKA – LIVE IN AMERIKA & AKUSTIKA II – RETURN […]
THE RADIO SUN have released another new single Tonight’s The Night from their fourth full length album ‘Unstoppable’ out October 20th via Pride & Joy Music Germany, Anderstein Music Japan and direct from the band […]
“If you’re one of those lame ass people that’s not into Rock N’ Roll… then you clearly have something evil deep inside. Thankfully an exorcism will set you free, allowing the return of your […]
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