Halestorm has already chosen the first single from their upcoming album: "We're in the final stretch."
Lzzy Hale, vocalist of Halestorm, spoke about the progress of the band's fifth album: "Everything is starting to really take shape..."
Iron Maiden: Bruce Dickinson complains about those who didn't understand the pun in 'Piece of Mind'
Bruce Dickinson, vocalist of Iron Maiden, commented on the reactions of those who didn't understand the joke with the cover and title.
Foo Fighters receive criticism for requiring proof of vaccination for concerts.
Foo Fighters return to the stage in the United States, but with one condition: tickets will only be sold to vaccinated individuals. Continue Reading →
David Coverdale of Whitesnake plans to retire from the stage in 2022.
David Coverdale, iconic vocalist of Whitesnake, plans to retire from the stage in 2022, with Brazil confirmed on the tour route.
Andi Deris, from Helloween, reveals that Roland Grapow stole from the band.
Andi Deris, vocalist of Helloween, opened up about Roland Grapow's turbulent departure from the band following "financial betrayal" during a period..
Courtney Love says her new solo music is "outrageously good."
Courtney Love has excited fans about her upcoming solo album, her first since Hole's 'Nobody's Daughter'. Continue Reading →
No strippers: Alissa White-Gluz and Powerwolf release a feminist version of "Demons Are A Girl's Best Friend"
Powerwolf invited Alissa White-Gluz from Arch Enemy to collaborate on a new version of "Demons Are A Girl's Best Friend" - and she accepted…
Michael Kiske recalls leaving Helloween: "Weikath took everyone to his side."
Michael Kiske, vocalist of Helloween, spoke to Wikimetal about the process of breaking up and returning to the band.
Machine Head releases new tracks inspired by grief; listen to “Arrows In Words From The Sky”
Machine Head released three new songs on the single "Arrows In Words From The Sky," inspired by events of sadness and grief. Continue Reading →
Crypta arrives with maximum power in debut album; listen to 'Echoes of the Soul'
Crypta, the band formed by former Nervosa members Fernanda Lira and Luana Dametto, releases 'Echoes of the Soul', their debut album, this…
This week's new releases are featured by: Mammoth WVH, Crypta, Go Ahead and Die, and more
This week's playlist features new releases. This week we have Mammoth WVH, Kiss, Go Ahead and Die, and more
Slipknot: "What I do on stage is my charity," says Clown.
Shawn Graham of Slipknot talked about the inspiration behind the new songs on the band's upcoming album. Continue Reading →
Helloween's Michael Kiske dislikes Slipknot: "They're just hell."
Michael Kiske, vocalist of Helloween, spoke with Nando Machado on The Wikimetal Happy Hour and talked about his musical taste.
The biography 'Slayer's Bloody Reign' gets a new version covering the band's final years.
The book 'The Bloody Reign of the Slayer', written by Joel McIver, will finally get an updated version covering the latest years…
Willow, daughter of Will Smith, opens up about prejudice for being black and listening to rock music.
Willow, daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett, spoke with Alexis White of Straight Line Stitch about racism within rock and metal culture. Continue Reading →
Travis Scott flaunts Iron Maiden sneakers valued at $100,000.
Travis Scott drew attention for wearing rare sneakers from a collaboration between Nike and Iron Maiden, valued at $100,000.
Iron Maiden invites Lacuna Coil to 'Legacy Of The Beast' event.
Cristina Scabbia, from Lacuna Coil, has been confirmed as a new character in the Iron Maiden RPG game 'Legacy Of The Beast'.
Black Panther responds to racist comment about the death of Kathlen Romeu
Following the death of Kathlen Romeu, a victim of police action in Rio de Janeiro, Black Pantera issued a statement. Unfortunately, the band had to respond to a racist comment. Continue Reading →
Red Fang on the difference between the band's live shows and music videos: "Our music isn't cheerful."
Bryan Giles of Red Fang spoke with Wikimetal about the "dichotomy" between the band's crazy music videos and live performances…
Slipknot's new album should be released sometime in 2021, says Clown.
Shawn Crahan, the Clown of Slipknot, updated fans on the progress of recording the band's new album.
Starring Bruce Dickinson, Heavy Metal Truants raises over R$7 million for charity.
With Bruce Dickinson's participation, Heavy Metal Truants surpassed its goal of raising £1 million – an amount exceeding R$7 million at the current exchange rate. Continue Reading →
Back to their roots? Scorpions release a snippet of their new album; listen here.
Scorpions released a short snippet of music from the band's new album, their first of new material in six years, which promises a sound…
Two years without Andre Matos: Remember the emotional tribute from Viper with "The Spreading Soul Forever"
Two years after Andre's death, relive Viper's emotional tribute to the vocalist with the music video for "The Spreading…
Roadie Crew Online Festival announces 15th edition with tribute to The Runaways and premiere of She: “The cry of the female headbanger”
The 15th edition of the Roadie Crew - Online Festival will feature band performances and the launch of the She project. Continue Reading →
David Ellefson, former Megadeth member, admits to having "four or five sexual encounters" online with a teenager.
David Ellefson, former bassist of Megadeth, filed a police report to sue the person responsible for leaking explicit videos.
Bryan Giles of Red Fang reflects on political polarization: "Extreme leftism is intolerance."
Bryan Giles of Red Fang spoke with Wikimetal about the meaning of the new album cover and political polarization.
Courtney Love launches a series of covers on YouTube; listen to “California Stars”
Courtney Love released a series of covers on YouTube, including Jeff Tweedy's "California Stars," as part of a project called 'Bruises of Roses'. Continue Reading →
Rafael Bittencourt surprises with a cover of "Maluco Beleza" by Raul Seixas; watch it.
Rafael Bittencourt, from Angra, surprised fans with a version of "Maluco Beleza," a hit by Raul Seixas, and a story…
Linkin Park: “In The End” makes history with 1 billion streams on Spotify
Linkin Park is the first nu metal band to surpass 1 billion plays on Spotify with the classic…
Red Fang talks about 'Arrows', the reconciliatory power of concerts, and the cancellation: "Both the left and the right freaked out."
Bryan Giles of Red Fang spoke with Wikimetal about 'Arrows', the band's new album, cancellation, drug addiction, and the return of live performances. Continue Reading →