Worker addicted to heavy metal wins disability pension
Roger Tullgren, a heavy metal addict, has his passion recognized as a disability and is granted disability retirement.
Jake E. Lee gives statement after being shot: 'I'm a very lucky guy'
Jake E. Lee, after being shot three times, declares that he is very lucky not to have been hit…
João Gordo brings punk energy to his version of "Tropicana" by Alceu Valença.
Ratos de Porão's vocalist, João Gordo, has released his punk rock version of the song "Tropicana (Morena Tropicana)" by Alceu Valença. Continue Reading →
Van Halen may release new music using AI.
Alex Van Halen plans to use AI to analyze Eddie's playing style and create new solos. The drummer wants Robert Plant…
Ozzy Osbourne expresses shock upon learning of the shooting involving his former guitarist, Jake E. Lee.
Ozzy Osbourne reveals he is shocked by the news of the shootout that injured his former guitarist, Jake E. Lee.
Rock and metal releases of the week: Arch Enemy, Poppy, João Gordo and more
This playlist features the week's rock and metal releases. Listen here to new music from Arch Enemy, Poppy, João Gordo, and more. Continue Reading →
Monsters Of Rock Brazil 2025 announces lineup announcement date.
The official Monsters Of Rock Brazil page posted a video revealing when the lineup will be announced…
Paul McCartney delivers second show in São Paulo with high energy and a great setlist.
Last Wednesday, October 16, 2024, I had the pleasure of attending Sir Paul's 38th performance…
Paul McCartney: A lesson in rock history in São Paulo
In less than a year, Paul McCartney returned to São Paulo for two sold-out shows at Allianz Parque. Check out how it went. Continue Reading →
Sting: Test your knowledge about the singer in this quiz.
Sting has announced a tour of Brazil, which will take place in February 2025. The Sting 3.0 tour will include…
Daniel Matos, brother of Andre Matos, is the new bassist for VIPER.
VIPER announced that Daniel Matos, brother of Andre Matos, is the band's new bassist, replacing Pit Passarell, who…
Sleaford Mods Interview: Jason Williamson and his debut in Brazil
In an exclusive interview with Wikimetal, Jason Williamson, vocalist of Sleaford Mods, discusses various topics. Continue Reading →
Hurricanes Interview: Get to know the band that's bringing back the style of the 1970s.
With his recently released new album, his second studio album, Leo Mayer, guitarist for The Hurricanes, talks about "Back to…"
King Diamond debuts two songs on his 2024 North American tour, watch here.
King Diamond debuts two unreleased songs on his American tour 'Saint Lucifer's Hospital 1920', listen here.
Poppy, a performer at Knotfest Brazil, releases two new singles.
The singer, who will perform on the second day of the festival, has released two new singles that will also be part of her new album 'Negative Spaces'. Continue Reading →
'Carnal' is Nothing More's seventh album, packed with collaborations.
Nothing More, an American band from Texas, released their seventh album, 'Carnal', this year, which is packed with guest appearances.
Vinyl record sales fell 33% in 2024, according to Billboard.
A study shows that vinyl record sales fell by 33% from 2023 to 2024, along with CDs and…
Glen Matlock, former Sex Pistols member, says David Bowie kept works by Picasso and Matisse in his car.
Former Sex Pistols bassist Glen Matlock recounts discovering that David Bowie had paintings by Picasso and Matisse in his car. Continue Reading →
Papito doesn't stop! 'Supla and the Boutique Punks' is another classic from the singer.
Some people turn up their noses, but the truth is that Brazilian rock has a living legend, Supla, our…
Swedish band The Hives delivers a flawless show to an enthusiastic audience in São Paulo.
Less than a year before their performance at Primavera Sound 2023, The Hives returned to Brazil with a unique show…
Sonny Sandoval, from P.O.D., explains the drummer's absence in recent years.
Drummer Wuv Bernardo, Sonny's cousin, has been absent from the band since 2021. Continue Reading →
George Lynch admits to working for Ozzy Osbourne for a month without pay
George Lynch talks about the month he spent with Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne where he wasn't paid for his work.
Amid rumors of a Fleetwood Mac reunion, Stevie Nicks returns to SNL after 40 years.
Amid speculation about a Fleetwood Mac reunion, Stevie Nicks performed on Saturday Night Live (SNL).
Queen may release unreleased material, reveals Roger Taylor.
Drummer Roger Taylor has revealed that Queen may release new music since the posthumous 'Made In Heaven' in 1995. Continue Reading →
How to get to Knotfest at Allianz Parque: subway, train, and car.
To make sure you don't miss any shows at Knotfest 2024, you need to know how to get to the stadium. Here, Wikimetal tells you…
Van Halen: "Ozzy Osbourne almost joined the band," says drummer.
After his brother's death, Alex spoke for the first time about some special moments in the band's history along with…
Kerry King suggests Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson to play him in biopic.
Kerry King, guitarist for Slayer, says he'd love to see wrestler and actor Dwayne Johnson, known as The Rock, portray him in a movie. Continue Reading →
Alex Van Halen claims David Lee Roth sabotaged Eddie Van Halen tribute tour.
Alex Van Halen confirmed to Rolling Stone, regarding the Eddie Van Halen tribute, that he blames David Lee Roth for…
Metallica and Linkin Park will headline Sick New World 2025.
Metallica and Linkin Park are the main attractions for the 2025 edition of Sick New World. It will be the third edition…
Gojira kept his Olympic performance a secret for eight months.
Gojira kept their performance at the Olympics a secret for eight months. The band was not allowed to play their own music during the performance. Continue Reading →