Metallica performs its first drive-in concert; watch it here
The band recorded their first show of 2020 at a winery in California and streamed it last Saturday, the 29th, on…
Gastão Moreira and Nando Machado choose "The Favorite" by the Rolling Stones; watch
The duo explores what makes their favorite albums win the gold medal in the discography of artists and bands…
Dave Grohl plays drums after being challenged by Nandi Bushell; watch
Former Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighters vocalist played one of the band's greatest classics for the first time in 23 years. Continue Reading →
Metallica: James Hetfield has a species of snake named after him.
The most extravagant venomous snake in all of Africa was named after one of the greatest vocalists in metal history.
Ihsahn releases A-HA cover with Einar Solberg from Leprous; listen to “Manhattan Skyline”
In tribute to the iconic group, the artist joins the Leprous vocalist in a delicate and powerful redemption that…
Playlist presents news of the week: Pit Passarell, The Casanovas, Metallica and more
Every Friday, Wikimetal brings together the top releases from the world of rock and heavy metal. Today we have Pit Passarell, The Casanovas, Metallica and more! Continue Reading →
KZG News celebrates the memory of Frankie Banali, Riley Gale, and Jack Sherman
This Friday, Gastão Moreira released the new episode of KZG News, a news program in partnership with Wikimetal.
The Casanovas release new album; listen to 'Reptilian Overlord' now.
The Australians return from a hiatus with a powerful sound influenced by blues-based hard rock on their new album…
Pit Passarell releases his first solo album; listen to 'Praticamente Nada'
Founder of the band VIPER and composer of major hits for Capital Inicial releases his first album as a solo artist. Listen now! Continue Reading →
Metallica releases 'S&M2'; listen here
After twenty years, the band reunites with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra for a new show…
Bismut releases music video for new single; watch “Oscuramento”
The dark track is said to be the theme song for the Dutch band's second album, 'Retrocausality', scheduled for release on the 25th of…
Judas Priest: Listen to a version of "Painkiller" with isolated vocals by Rob Halford
The Metal God highlights one of his supernatural gifts, his voice, in tracks featuring isolated vocals from Judas Priest. Check it out here! Continue Reading →
99 metal artists sing “99 Bottles of Beer” together for charity; watch it here.
Big names have joined forces to raise funds for the NGO 'Old Dog Heaven', which provides care for older dogs.
John Lennon's killer denied parole for the 11th time
David Mark Chapman is expected to remain in prison for at least another two years until a new trial in August…
“I love metal, but it needs more innovation,” says Reba Meyers of Code Orange
The guitarist and drummer reflect on the difference between metal and other genres, in relation to their new artists and their stature. Continue Reading →
Lamb Of God: Randy Blythe wants to tour without metal bands.
In a Q&A with fans on 'Metal Hammer', the vocalist discusses the band's punk rock roots, and reveals…
John Lennon: Essential collection to be launched on the icon's 80th birthday
To celebrate the legacy of one of the greatest artists of all time, a collection produced by Yoko and Sean Ono…
Motorhead announces remastered version of 'On Parole'
Considered the band's "true first album," it arrives with six bonus tracks, previously unreleased photos, and rare cover art previously only available in Canada. Continue Reading →
Tony Dolan, vocalist of Venom Inc., is the 36th guest on 'The Wikimetal Happy Hour'.
Venom Inc. vocalist Tony Dolan will be interviewed by Nando Machado in another episode of 'The Wikimetal Happy…'
Lzzy Hale will host the 3rd season of the series 'A Year in Music'; find out more.
For the Halestorm vocalist, the opportunity to discuss and learn about the impact of music on history is a dream…
Nandi Bushell covers "Enter Sandman" and impresses Kirk Hammett
The talented musician, only ten years old, continues to gather rock icons as great admirers. Continue Reading →
Gastão Moreira and Nando Machado debut a new program; watch "The Favorite"
In their new program, the duo explores what makes their favorite albums win the gold medal in discographies of…
Behemoth announces live stream from church with secret location in Poland.
With the promise of rituals and sacrileges being performed in the comfort of fans' homes, Behemoth will innovate and…
Watch Kurt Cobain cover Fang with Mudhoney in 1992
This legendary performance took place in September 1992, during Sonic Youth's 'The Pretty Fucking Dirty Tour'. Check it out! Continue Reading →
Sepultura welcomes Alex Skolnick from Testament today for SepulQuarta.
In another episode of SepulQuarta, Sepultura welcomes Testament guitarist Alex Skolnick today. Watch it here!
Sevendust: Lajon Witherspoon states that metal does not tolerate inequality.
In an interview with Loudwire, the vocalist reflects on his influential role in metal, a predominantly white genre.
Ozzy Osbourne's producer is challenged by Post Malone in a guitar duel; watch it
Andrew Watt, also Malone's producer, had to prove himself in battle after his friend claimed to be better than him on the guitar. Continue Reading →
TesseracT postpones Latin American tour to 2021
After rescheduling the shows for September of this year, the band was forced by COVID-19 to make fans wait even longer…
An unauthorized film about Chris Cornell is in production.
The biopic, titled 'Black Days', aims to show the final days of the grunge icon.
Corey Taylor reveals how he fell in love with horror movies; find out here.
At age five, Corey Taylor remembers experiencing something for the first time that defined his taste for the rest of his life. Continue Reading →