João Gordo brings a new twist to Alceu Valença's "Morena Tropicana".
João Gordo has given a new twist to "Morena Tropicana," an original song by Alceu Valença, which will be part of his…
Nothing More Promotion: Win 1 vinyl copy of the album 'CARNAL'
Wikimetal is giving away one vinyl copy of the album 'Carnal' by the American rock band Nothing More. Find out how…
Avenged Sevenfold shares cover of Misfits' "Skulls"
Listen here to Avenged Sevenfold's cover of the Misfits' song "Skulls" in celebration of Halloween. Continue Reading →
Queen: Brian May claims that former bassist John Deacon still has decision-making power over the band.
Brian May, of Queen, reveals John Deacon, still has decision-making power over the band, despite having retired…
Jon Schaffer of Iced Earth is sentenced to three years of probation.
Guitarist Jon Schaffer was sentenced to three years of probation for his involvement in the Capitol break-in…
British Lion, Steve Harris' band, announces a show in Brazil.
British Lion, Steve Harris' band, has announced a one-off show in Brazil, taking place in December of this year. Continue Reading →
Edu Falaschi releases a collection of ballads.
'Ballads II' is Edu Falaschi's new ballad collection, featuring the previously unreleased track 'Leaving The Light' recorded…
Jinjer announces new album 'Duél' and releases single “Kafka”; check it out.
Jinjer, a leading figure in Ukrainian metal, has announced his fifth studio album, Duél, which will be released on February 7th…
Papangu surprises Curitiba with its blend of metal and traditional Brazilian music.
The up-and-coming Brazilian band Papangu will be performing in Curitiba, along with local band Bad Bebop. Continue Reading →
Obituary announces five shows in Brazil in 2025.
Obituary, one of the most influential bands in the history of death metal, confirmed last Thursday, the 24th, their upcoming tour in Brazil…
Iron Maiden pays new tribute to Paul Di'Anno during show.
Iron Maiden paid tribute to Paul Di'Anno again during a show. The vocalist, who passed away at age 66, recorded the band's first two albums…
Phil Lesh, co-founder and bassist of the Grateful Dead, dies.
Phil Lesh, co-founder and bassist of the Grateful Dead, died last Friday, the 25th, at the age of 84. The cause of death has not yet been revealed. Continue Reading →
Rock and metal releases of the week: Linkin Park, Jinjer, Cradle Of Filth and more.
This playlist features the week's rock and metal releases. Listen here to new music from Linkin Park, Jinjer Cradle…
Monsters of Rock 2025 announces lineup with Scorpions, Judas Priest, Europe, Queensrÿche and more.
Monsters of Rock has announced the lineup for the 2025 edition, featuring big names in the genre such as Scorpions, Judas Priest…
As I Lay Dying loses guitarist, bassist and drummer: “My morale was tested to a breaking point”
As I Lay Dying: without key members like the guitarist, bassist, and drummer, the band returns to featuring only Lambesis and Sgrosso. Continue Reading →
Linkin Park releases new single “Over Each Other”
Linkin Park released the single “Over Each Other”, which will be part of the new album 'From Zero', to be released on the 15th of…
Montanee Interview: Get to know the Rio de Janeiro-based alternative rock band
Montanee, an alternative rock band from Rio de Janeiro, has released their second EP, 'Recallig Dreams'. Check out an interview with vocalist Felipe Areias.
Five Finger Death Punch's 'AfterLife' is melodic, but generic.
'AfterLife' is Five Finger Death Punch's ninth album, released in 2022 with 12 tracks and in 2024 with 16 in the deluxe version. Continue Reading →
Babymetal proves what they're made of with a sold-out solo show in São Paulo.
BABYMETAL delivered a sold-out show at Audio in São Paulo, after performing on the second day of Knotfest 2024.
Interview with Dani Matos: VIPER shows that it's a family beyond just a band.
Following the death of Pit Passarell, bassist and founding member of VIPER, Dani Matos joins the iconic band.
The 10 most disappointing albums of all time, according to Rolling Stone.
Rolling Stone has compiled a list of albums that disappointed fans. The list includes names of major music artists. Continue Reading →
Kiss's Paul Stanley disapproves of Jane's Addiction's fight during a show.
In an interview, Kiss frontman Paul Stanley commented on and disapproved of Jane's Addiction's fight on stage in Boston…
Robert Smith reveals what he considers The Cure's worst album.
The Cure's frontman has revealed his least favorite album in their discography. The musician says the album wouldn't work very well if it were...
POD delivers nostalgia and intensity with a show in Curitiba.
POD returns to Curitiba with an energetic performance, alternating between classics from the 2000s and songs from their latest album, Veritas. Continue Reading →
'Hybrid Theory' by Linkin Park: the album that solidified the nu metal genre.
Many consider Linkin Park to be the band that solidified nu metal as a genre.
Paul Di'Anno: test your knowledge about the musician in this quiz.
Here at Wikimetal, our way of honoring Paul Di'Anno is by sharing some interesting facts about him with our readers. Check them out here!
Rock music endures in the Brazilian countryside: Supla's show closes the Swiss Bahian Festival.
The final day of the 10th edition of the Festival Suíça Bahiana was a show of resistance, determined to embrace musical genres that are rarely offered. Continue Reading →
'Arcane Season 2' will feature "Come Play" by Tom Morello
Tom Morello innovates by bringing in K-pop band Stray Kids and Puerto Rican rapper Young Miko as collaborators…
Linkin Park will release “Over Each Other” on Thursday, the 24th
Joe Hahn, DJ for Linkin Park, reveals that the band will release the single “Over Each Other” this Thursday, the 24th…
Slaughter To Prevail releases animated music video for “Behelit”, title track from new EP.
The band Slaughter To Prevail releases a music video for the track “Behelit”, based on the Japanese manga series 'Berserk'. Continue Reading →