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The Australian group Ana has released their debut record, Motivated by Death.

Knocked Loose and Denzel Curry will co-headline a North American tour. Other upcoming runs include shows from Alter Bridge and Down.

Moonspell has debuted a new track titled "Cross Your Heart".

Tarja has released a new single titled "The Trace Outlives."

Readers voted for their favorite gothic metal acts in a new poll. The top five winners were My Dying Bride, Lacuna Coil, HIM, Paradise Lost, and Type O Negative.

Moonspell released a music video for a new single. Billy Idol also received a lifetime achievement award.

Flotsam and Jetsam released a video for their new title track, while Tarja Turunen debuted a clip for her latest single. Both artists are preparing new music.

Classic Rock magazine explores the making of the Eagles' famous record. The issue also profiles various other musical artists.

DragonForce will perform 'Inhuman Rampage' in full alongside Alissa White-Gluz. Ensiferum and Rhapsody of Fire will support the tour.

DragonForce is launching a major tour across North America. Ensiferum and Rhapsody of Fire will provide support.

Apocalyptica is touring Latin America. The shows will feature their Metallica tribute set.

DragonForce is embarking on a North American tour, and Periphery has announced a new tour across the United States.

Atavistia has released their symphonic melodic death metal album Old Gods Awaken. DragonForce also announced a North American tour featuring Alissa White-Gluz.

DragonForce is preparing for a North American tour, and Igorrr has announced dates for the UK and Ireland. Shining and Otto Von Schirach will join Igorrr.

Dimmu Borgir released a music video and a new album. Crown Magnetar also premiered a visualizer for their latest single.

Dimmu Borgir has released their latest album. The new record is titled Grand Serpent Rising.

The symphonic metal group Illumishade has debuted their latest track and video titled "Paralyzed".

Lordi and Johnny Logan performed a new song version on television. Solitude Aeturnus also played with guest vocalist Jason McMaster.

Roy Khan is preparing his first solo album. Sascha Paeth will produce the music.

The Gathering launched their European tour with a show in London. They are performing with their Mandylion era lineup.

The singer is releasing her upcoming studio album Frisson Noir along with a special collector's bundle through Prog magazine. The new work features heavy symphonic and progressive metal sounds.

ILLUMISHADE has launched their latest track, 'Paralyzed.' The release includes members of Eluveitie.

Jon Schaffer released a video for his Sons of Liberty project. Dimmu Borgir also debuted a cinematic clip for their newest single.

A roundup of fresh metal tracks showcases diverse styles from various rising artists. The list highlights recent singles from several contemporary bands.

The latest Tracks of the Week feature showcases a variety of progressive releases. This new collection highlights several different artists.

Dimmu Borgir, Armored Saint, and several artists are releasing new music. Featured acts include Burial Clouds and Varg.

The band has begun working on new musical material. They plan to release several singles and side projects before the full album arrives.

Blas Elias will temporarily substitute for drummer Jeff Plate during Savatage's upcoming tour.

Lacuna Coil vocalist Cristina Scabbia reviews the most impactful songs of her career. She highlights how certain tracks helped define the band's legacy.

New photography captures the recent performances of Avatar, Fleshgod Apocalypse, and Frozen Soul in Philadelphia.

Amberian Dawn released a new music video and single titled "Unchained".

Fading Aeon has released their third studio album. The new record is self-titled.

The UK-US extreme metal group Qasu blends ancient themes with electronic elements. They aim to merge primal sounds with futuristic technology.

Arch Enemy and The Black Dahlia Murder are joining forces for a North American tour in the fall of 2026. They will be accompanied by Septicflesh, Crypta, and Thrown Into Exile.

The folk metal collective is releasing a new full-length album.

KUR•NU•GI•A is releasing a debut album. Arch Enemy and The Black Dahlia Murder are also touring North America alongside Septicflesh, Crypta, and Thrown Into Exile.

Metal artists join a reimagined Transformers soundtrack, while Nonpoint releases a single preceding their new album.

Andy Synn presents a collection of British metal music featuring Reliquia's debut album.

Virtuoso guitarist Gus G has launched his sixth solo record. The album features several guest vocalists showcasing his melodic metal style.

Powerwolf will perform in Japan for the first time. The band is headlining the Full Metal Japan festival.

Various metal artists performed classic hits during a charity event in Stockholm. The show celebrated the late vocalist's legacy.

Ex-Pythia singer Emily Kolltveit is now a vicar. She hopes to host Iron Maiden at her church.

Former Evanescence guitarist Ben Moody suggests a We Are The Fallen comeback remains possible. He noted that unreleased material exists and members are open to working together.

The progressive metal group is preparing their eighth studio record. A new single has also been released.

Former Arch Enemy singer Alissa White-Gluz performed her first show as a member of Dragonforce. Original vocalist Marc Hudson missed the appearance due to hearing issues.

Opera IX released a music video for their single "Defixiones." Additionally, Skillet performed their upcoming track "Scream" live in Bulgaria.

Mats Levén performed the entire Facing The Animal album during shows in Tokyo.

Lordi and Noora Louhimo released a metal version of "Hold Me Now." Johnny Logan also released a pop-rock arrangement of a Lordi song.

Mille Petrozza from Kreator named his favorite heavy metal tracks. Blind Guardian is also working on new songwriting.

Several rock and metal artists have announced new concert tours. Notable performers include AFI, GWAR, and Morrissey.

Stabbing Westward is re-recording an album. Additionally, Apocalyptica's Eicca Toppinen praised a record by Metallica.

Angellore has made their latest album available for early listening. Madball is also preparing a new studio release and music video.

The band has premiered the title track and its accompanying music video.

The ultimate edition of "...And Justice For Art" has been released in hardcover. It explores the creation of legendary metal album covers through numerous interviews.

Draconian has released their new album, In Somnolent Ruin. The record features the return of vocalist Lisa Johansson.

The supergroup ICONIC has debuted their latest track. This release precedes their second album.

Leatherwitch released the single and music video "Heroes And The Dice".

DevilDriver premiered new songs while Alissa White-Gluz joined DragonForce. My Chemical Romance also concluded the event with a theatrical performance.

Mortem is releasing a new album titled Mørketid. The collection includes eight black metal songs.

Guns N' Roses honored Ozzy Osbourne during their headlining performance. The group also performed a cover of a Black Sabbath song.