Bangers Open Air announces Saxon, Nile, Ensiferum and Matanza Ritual
Bangers Open Air announced this Wednesday, the 2nd, the names of the four new acts that will be part of the lineup for the end of…
Nile announces Latin American tour with a single show in São Paulo
The death metal band Nile has announced the dates for their Latin American tour, which will include a stop in São Paulo…
Born Of Osiris releases new single “White Nile” accompanied by a music video; watch it now.
This new track is the first preview of the band's upcoming project, the follow-up to their 2019 album 'Simulation'. Continue Reading →
Joseph Payne (formerly of Nile and Divine Heresy) dies at age 35
Joseph Payne, former bassist for the bands Nile and Divine Heresy, passed away this weekend at the age of 35. The cause of death was…
Concerts in Brazil in 2026: rock and heavy metal schedule
Brazilian heavy metal and rock and roll fans are ecstatic about the recent tours passing through the country…
Claustrofobia and Crypta announce a joint tour of the United States.
Claustrofobia was invited to open for CRYPTA's North American tour, which included 22 shows across the country. Continue Reading →
9 rock and heavy metal bands you need to know: ODC, Opus Nokturne, Devoid and more.
This list features 9 rock and heavy metal bands that we recently discovered on the Groover platform. Check it out!
Saxon's new album is expected to be released at the end of 2026, says Biff Byford.
Saxon's new album is expected to be recorded between January and February 2026. The band has already started composing material for it…
Albums by Whitesnake, Ramones, Deicide and more are available on CD.
Hard-to-find albums are being released by Wikimetal and its partnership with OPorto. Learn more here. Continue Reading →
Pressive, Kissin' Dynamite, Dreamspirit and more: meet the bands at Bangers Open Air
Bangers Open Air takes place in May in São Paulo. Learn more about the bands Pressive, Kissin' Dynamite, and Dreamspirit.
Fafá de Belém plans rock album to celebrate half a century of her career.
Fafá de Belém plans to release a rock n' roll album in 2025 to celebrate fifty years of her career.
Saxon, a headliner at Bangers Open Air, announces shows in Porto Alegre and Belo Horizonte in May 2025.
Saxon is coming to Brazil for two shows in Porto Alegre and Belo Horizonte, in addition to a performance at Bangers Open Air. Continue Reading →
Vote: Who are you most excited to see at Bangers Open Air?
Wikimetal wants to know from its readers: who are you most excited to see at Bangers Open Air? Vote here!
Bangers Open Air: Test your knowledge about the festival and the confirmed bands in this quiz.
Bangers Open Air takes place in May 2025 in São Paulo, and Wikimetal wants to know: how much do you know…
Massacration and Naghost: A holiday filled with metal, fun, and culture livens up Curitiba.
Curitiba witnessed an unforgettable holiday night with Massacration, Naghost, Steal This Band, and Made In CWB at Clay Highway Bar. Continue Reading →
Bangers Open Air announces full lineup with Avantasia, Kerry King, and more.
Bangers Open Air announced this Sunday, the 17th, the complete line-up for the 3 days of the festival, which will take place in 2025.
Bangers Open Air announces Kissin' Dynamite, Armored Saint, Dark Angel and Hibria
The Bangers Open Air festival announced this Wednesday, the 9th, four new acts that will be part of the 2025 lineup.
Nervosa announces headlining tour in the US and Canada with opening acts Lich King and Hatriot.
The band Nervosa, now with a revamped lineup featuring Gabriela Abud on drums, Helena Kotina on guitar, Hel Pyre on bass, and founding leader Prika Amaral on guitar and… Continue Reading →
Roger Daltrey of The Who reflects on what it's like to be 80 years old.
Roger Daltrey of The Who reflects on what it's like to be 80 years old. He says he's nearing the end and…
Mark Knopfler assembles a selection of music legends to help in the fight against cancer.
Mark Knopfler assembles a star-studded cast of over 60 artists to record a charity single for a project fighting…
Agnostic Front will perform in São Paulo and Piracicaba this weekend; tickets on sale now.
The legendary hardcore band Agnostic Front's new Brazilian tour includes a stop in Piracicaba on November 4th and in São Paulo on November 5th. Continue Reading →
Carnifex is coming to Brazil for the first time in December.
Carnifex has announced their first Latin American tour, with shows in December of this year, including two in Brazil.
Nirvana receives honorary Grammy for Lifetime Achievement Award.
On Sunday night, the 5th, Nirvana received an honorary Grammy Award for Special Merit for Lifetime Achievement. Check it out…
Grammy 2023: Nirvana is one of the artists who will receive an honorary award.
Nirvana and Heart have joined the list of honorees for the 2023 Grammy Awards, which will celebrate and reward their legacy in music. Learn more details here! Continue Reading →
Mick Jagger talks about his favorite Bowie song and other precious memories.
Mick Jagger and Bowie began to develop a closer relationship when they became neighbors in New York…
Charlie Watts: Musicians mourn the death of the Rolling Stones drummer.
From Paul McCartney to Elton John, artists are paying tribute to the legacy of Charlie Watts, drummer for the Rolling Stones.
Compilation 'Fuzzwitch Ritual' brings together 17 bands in support of João Gordo's charity project.
Bringing together bands from Brazil, Chile, Mexico, and Greece, the compilation 'Fuzzwitch Ritual' will have its sales donated to 'Solidariedade Vegan' (Vegan Solidarity). Continue Reading →
Korn: 6-year-old vocalist leads teenage band in electrifying cover of "Here to Stay"
Korn's "Here To Stay" received a special cover version from a teenage band at a music education institution…
Book with previously unpublished material by Jim Morrison is released; read the first poem here.
'The Collected Works of Jim Morrison', a book of previously unpublished works by the lead singer of The Beatles, was released this week…
Ronnie James Dio: Comic book inspired by the album 'Holy Diver' gets new images; see them here.
The artwork, inspired by Dio's legendary album, arrives in June 2021 and now features never-before-seen images. Check it out! Continue Reading →