João Gordo exudes good humor at the launch show for the 'Brutal Brega' tour.
João Gordo's Brutal Brega also featured versions of MPB classics with songs by Caetano Veloso, Moraes Moreira…
Maranhão Open Air: Azul Limão, Vazio, and I Am Morbid also cancel their participation in the festival.
The bands mentioned cancelled their respective appearances at the Maranhão Open Air festival for different reasons.
Sharon Osbourne insults Bruce Dickinson again, saying he's jealous of Ozzy: "Nobody knows him."
"He's not interesting. Ozzy is original, and Bruce Dickinson isn't, and that eats him up inside," says Sharon Osbourne. Continue Reading →
Stryper releases powerful album 'The Final Battle' accompanied by music videos and lyric videos.
Check out the clips from Stryper's new album 'The Final Battle' which, according to vocalist Michael Sweet, is not a…
Tobias Sammet's Avantasia releases music video for "Kill The Pain" featuring Floor Jansen of Nightwish
“It sounds a bit like 80s pop, but it also reminds me of Nightwish, and in the end it sounds like Avantasia,” said Tobias Sammet
Noturnall and Krisiun will perform this Sunday at a free festival.
In addition to Krisiun and Noturnall, the festival will also feature Supercombo, Detonautas, InDharma, Clash Bulldogs, and the Big Band Brasil Jazz Sinfônica. Continue Reading →
New names have been added to the Taylor Hawkins Tribute event taking place in Los Angeles.
The new names join Sebastian Bach, Geezer Butler, Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, Brian May, Roger Taylor, Lars Ulrich…
Bruce Dickinson drags fan off stage after he invaded Iron Maiden concert; watch the video.
After kneeling in front of Janick Gers, the intruder was pulled off the stage by Bruce Dickinson…
Dream Theater in São Paulo: Virtuosity still thrills and excites fans in São Paulo; check it out.
The encore with "Count of Tuscany," Dream Theater's best song in the last 15 years, brought tears to the audience's eyes. Continue Reading →
Iron Maiden points to Brazil and Bruce Dickinson celebrates England's victory in the football final.
In a video recorded in Portugal, Iron Maiden bids farewell to Europe and prepares for a trip to Brazil for 4 shows…
Guns N' Roses requests 30 dressing rooms for show in Ribeirão Preto; check out the list of requirements
On their last visit to the city, Guns N' Roses had included cachaça and beef stroganoff with shoestring potatoes…
Metallica releases new merchandise collection based on the 'Hellfire Club' from 'Stranger Things'; check it out.
The iconic scene in the final episode with Eddie playing "Master of Puppets" created a bond between Metallica and 'Stranger Things' that only grows stronger. Continue Reading →
"Kerry King's new album is killer and I know who's in the band," says presenter.
A personal friend of Kerry King and host of the show 'The Bone', listened to the new songs and commented on social media.
Måneskin releases music video for “If I Can Dream”, soundtrack of the recently released film 'Elvis'
The video shows the Italian band Måneskin at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, at the Elvis Presley Museum in Graceland…
Thundermother releases the title track from her upcoming album “Black And Gold” with a music video; check it out!
The four Swedish girls from Thundermother are experiencing a special moment with their new album and opening for Scorpions and Whitesnake on tour. Continue Reading →
'Stranger Things' actor plays "Master of Puppets" with Metallica backstage at Lollapalooza; watch
After performing together, Metallica even gifted Joseph Quinn with a guitar identical to the one used in Stranger Things.
The Swedish band that will open for Iron Maiden in São Paulo, Curitiba, and Ribeirão Preto has been announced
Joining Iron Maiden to accompany them is the Swedish band Avatar, on their second visit to the country. Check out the…
Artists from around the world send condolences and sympathies to Andreas Kisser; see the messages.
From Gary Holt to Xororó; from Robb Flynn to Samuel Rosa; from Mille Patrozza to Evandro Mesquita. They all sent messages to Andreas Kisser. Continue Reading →
Patricia Perissinotto Kisser, wife of Andreas Kisser, dies at age 52.
The entire Wikimetal team sends our deepest condolences and much strength and light to all of the Kisser family.
Linda Kramer, wife of Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer, dies at age 55.
Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer had already indicated in March that he would need time to dedicate to his family.
The 300 best songs of 2022 (so far). From Ozzy to Kreator, from Scorpions to Slash, from Rammstein to Ghost. And more. Much more!
In recent years, Wikimetal has dedicated a significant portion of its space to promoting new rock and metal bands and releases. Continue Reading →
Alec John Such, bassist and founder of Bon Jovi, dies at age 70.
Alec John Such was in the band for the first 5 albums, which include the band's biggest hits up to…
Ken Kelly, creator of iconic album cover art for Kiss, Manowar, Rainbow, and Ace Frehley, has died.
In addition to Kiss's "Destroyer" and "Love Gun," Ken Kelly has done numerous cover art pieces for Rainbow, Manowar, and Ace...
Mercyful Fate performs their first show in 23 years and presents new music, “The Jackal of Salzburg”.
The setlist chosen by Mercyful Fate included songs from the classic albums 'Melissa' and 'Don't Break the Oath'. Continue Reading →
Led Zeppelin was invited to perform a show in the style of ABBA, using holograms and digital avatars.
Guitarist Jimmy Page said he thought a virtual tour in that style could work for Led Zeppelin.
Woman gives birth during Metallica concert in Brazil and baby is born in the stadium; check out the details.
"The contractions started at the Metallica concert. On the way to the clinic, my water broke and it was too late. He was born…"
Gloria Groove sings a metal version of Ivete Sangalo's "Festa" during a Multishow program; check it out.
Improvising, drag queen Gloria Groove had to sing in a heavy metal style the song that was heavily used during the 2002 World Cup. Continue Reading →
In the opening show of his new tour, Paul McCartney enters with a Ukrainian flag and duets with John Lennon on "I've Got a Feeling".
"We can isolate John's voice in the film and have him sing with you at the shows," Peter Jackson told Paul…
Nicko McBrain of Iron Maiden records a message with Bruno Valverde, drummer of Angra, after the Smith/Kotzen show; check it out.
"Don't make me cry," said Brazilian drummer Bruno Valverde after receiving praise from Nicko McBrain.
While She Sleeps is coming to Brazil for the first time for a single performance; check the date and location.
While She Sleeps finally arrives in Latin America to present fans with the tour for their latest album 'Sleeps Society' Continue Reading →