MetalTalk BEST OF 2017s

MetalTalk BEST OF 2017s: A very happy 2018 to all our readers and here's our writers' Best Of 2017s.

JOHNNY MAIN'S BEST OF 2017s

JOHNNY MAIN'S BEST OF 2017s: 'Do you want to talk to me about a well overdue, proper UK tour?'

FISH HOLDS A TORCH TO THE SONGS OF THE PAST WITH OUTSTANDING GLASGOW SHOW

FISH HOLDS A TORCH TO THE SONGS OF THE PAST WITH OUTSTANDING GLASGOW SHOW: This show will live long in my memory...

ANVIL TO RECEIVE MetalTalk AWARD AT HALL OF HEAVY METAL HISTORY JANUARY INDUCTIONS

ANVIL TO RECEIVE MetalTalk AWARD AT HALL OF HEAVY METAL HISTORY JANUARY INDUCTIONS: 'It is celebrating our long, amazing history...'

JIMMY BARNES SHOWS HE'S STILL ON OUR SIDE WITH ELECTRIFYING GLASGOW SHOW

JIMMY BARNES SHOWS HE'S STILL ON OUR SIDE WITH ELECTRIFYING GLASGOW SHOW: It's a show I won't forget in a hurry...

MICHAEL SCHENKER RETROSPECTIVE, 'A DECADE OF THE MAD AXEMAN', OUT IN JANUARY

MICHAEL SCHENKER RETROSPECTIVE, 'A DECADE OF THE MAD AXEMAN', OUT IN JANUARY: A collection that documents his studio and live output between 2007 and 2016...

YOU SPIN ME ROUND: EDITION EIGHT - 18th DECEMBER 2017

YOU SPIN ME ROUND: EDITION EIGHT - 18th DECEMBER 2017: Edition Eight of MetalTalk's album review radio show, You Spin Me Round, is available on our On Demand page now...

THE DEAD DAISIES 2018 UK AND EUROPEAN TOUR DATES ARE HERE

THE DEAD DAISIES 2018 UK AND EUROPEAN TOUR DATES ARE HERE: 'It is about time the old rock spirit is resurrected...'

THE AMORETTES SIGN WORLDWIDE DEAL WITH SPV/STEAMHAMMER

THE AMORETTES SIGN WORLDWIDE DEAL WITH SPV/STEAMHAMMER: 'SPV have a tremendous reputation for supporting their artists...'

HALL OF HEAVY METAL HISTORY EXPRESS FULL SUPPORT FOR JUDAS PRIEST AFTER AWARD REJECTION

HALL OF HEAVY METAL HISTORY EXPRESS FULL SUPPORT FOR JUDAS PRIEST AFTER AWARD REJECTION: 'The disrespect that you face is unacceptable...'

STATUS QUO CANCEL GERMAN DATES AND FIRST RICK PARFITT SOLO TRACK AVAILABLE HERE

STATUS QUO CANCEL GERMAN DATES AND FIRST RICK PARFITT SOLO TRACK AVAILABLE HERE: 'The cancellation of shows is always a last resort.'

STATUS QUO AND CATS IN SPACE GIVE GLASGOW WHATEVER THEY WANT DURING TRADITIONAL FESTIVE SHOW

STATUS QUO AND CATS IN SPACE GIVE GLASGOW WHATEVER THEY WANT DURING TRADITIONAL FESTIVE SHOW: Francis is no old codger and he's remarkably fit as he bounds up and down the stage throughout the set, smiling and interacting with the audience

YOU SPIN ME ROUND: EDITION SEVEN - 11th DECEMBER 2017

YOU SPIN ME ROUND: EDITION SEVEN - 11th DECEMBER 2017: Edition Seven of MetalTalk's album review radio show, You Spin Me Round, is available on our On Demand page now...

ANTHRAX SHOW THEY'RE KINGS AMONGST SCOTLAND WITH DVD RELEASE

ANTHRAX SHOW THEY'RE KINGS AMONGST SCOTLAND WITH DVD RELEASE: 'The floor actually started moving up and down...'

MetalTalk RADIO ON TotalRock

MetalTalk RADIO ON TotalRock: Here's all the MetalTalk Radio On TotalRock shows so far...

ANVIL RELEASE FIRST SINGLE AND VIDEO FROM 'POUNDING THE PAVEMENT': EUROPEAN TOUR DATES ARE HERE

ANVIL RELEASE FIRST SINGLE AND VIDEO FROM 'POUNDING THE PAVEMENT': EUROPEAN TOUR DATES ARE HERE: 'Pounding The Pavement' will be released on January 19th 2018.

WACKEN WINTER NIGHTS IS HEAVY METAL WONDERLAND

WACKEN WINTER NIGHTS IS HEAVY METAL WONDERLAND: It only takes an hour to fly to Hamburg from London...

WIN BLACK SABBATH LIVE DVDs - 'THE END'

WIN BLACK SABBATH LIVE DVDs - 'THE END': Three winners receive a DVD of 'The End'...

YES!!! WIN A TRIPLE VINYL LP OF 'TOPOGRAPHIC DRAMA - LIVE ACROSS AMERICA'

YES!!! WIN A TRIPLE VINYL LP OF 'TOPOGRAPHIC DRAMA - LIVE ACROSS AMERICA': Be the envy of your progressive rock friends by winning a triple vinyl album...

SYTERIA AND TILL DEATH DO US PART SHOW WHAT THEY'VE GOT IN GLASGOW SHOWCASE GIG

SYTERIA AND TILL DEATH DO US PART SHOW WHAT THEY'VE GOT IN GLASGOW SHOWCASE GIG: There's no shortage of talent so it's up to the rock and Metal community to get behind bands like this and support them

MetalTalk RADIO ON TotalRock

MetalTalk RADIO ON TotalRock: Here's all the MetalTalk Radio On TotalRock shows so far...

AIRBOURNE CROWN A MAJESTIC HARD ROCK HELL DAY TWO

AIRBOURNE CROWN A MAJESTIC HARD ROCK HELL DAY TWO: The packed bill featured, Y&T, Syteria, The Graveltones, Sideburn and much more...

BLACK STAR RIDERS MAKE SURE HARD ROCK HELL BREAKS FREE IN STYLE

BLACK STAR RIDERS MAKE SURE HARD ROCK HELL BREAKS FREE IN STYLE: Day three also featured Burnt Out Wreck, Gun, Toseland and much more...

RICK PARFITT POSTHUMOUS SOLO ALBUM ON THE WAY

RICK PARFITT POSTHUMOUS SOLO ALBUM ON THE WAY: This album is the record that Rick Parfitt had been itching to write...

MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST RELEASE OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR 'WARRIOR'

MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST RELEASE OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR 'WARRIOR': 'My vision was to let the four voices sound like the four musketeers!'

RICK PARFITT POSTHUMOUS SOLO ALBUM ON THE WAY

RICK PARFITT POSTHUMOUS SOLO ALBUM ON THE WAY: This album is the record that Rick Parfitt had been itching to write...

WALKWAY, MASSIVE WAGONS AND CJ WILDHEART ANNOUNCED FOR RICK PARFITT TRIBUTE RELEASE

WALKWAY, MASSIVE WAGONS AND CJ WILDHEART ANNOUNCED FOR RICK PARFITT TRIBUTE RELEASE: 'We are extremely proud to be part of it.'

BLACK ACES, WAYWARD SONS AND DEE SNIDER LIFT UP PROCEEDINGS AT HARD ROCK HELL DAY ONE

BLACK ACES, WAYWARD SONS AND DEE SNIDER LIFT UP PROCEEDINGS AT HARD ROCK HELL DAY ONE: What a way to kick off the weekend.

YOU SPIN ME ROUND: EDITION FOUR - 20th NOVEMBER 2017

YOU SPIN ME ROUND: EDITION FOUR - 20th NOVEMBER 2017: Edition Four of MetalTalk's new album review radio show, You Spin Me Round, is available on our On Demand page now...

SAXON AND THE DEAD DAISIES TO HEADLINE HARD ROCK HELL XII

SAXON AND THE DEAD DAISIES TO HEADLINE HARD ROCK HELL XII: HRH XI will take place between Thursday 8th and Sunday 11th November 2018...

JEFF LYNNE'S ELO STEPPING OUT FOR US, UK AND EUROPEAN SHOWS

JEFF LYNNE'S ELO STEPPING OUT FOR US, UK AND EUROPEAN SHOWS: The legendary band will play nineteen dates across two continents...

CATS IN SPACE TO SUPPORT STATUS QUO PLUS LIVE ALBUM ON THE WAY

CATS IN SPACE TO SUPPORT STATUS QUO PLUS LIVE ALBUM ON THE WAY: 'We cannot wait to finish a truly extraordinary year...'

FISH 'CLUTCHING AT STRAWS' 30TH ANNIVERSARY REVISED TOUR DATES ARE HERE

FISH 'CLUTCHING AT STRAWS' 30TH ANNIVERSARY REVISED TOUR DATES ARE HERE: New dates, including a third show in London, have been added...

LAST CALL FOR ALCOHOL AS FOZZY AND HARDCORE SUPERSTAR ARE DRINKIN' WITH JESUS AT SOLD OUT GLASGOW SHOW

LAST CALL FOR ALCOHOL AS FOZZY AND HARDCORE SUPERSTAR ARE DRINKIN' WITH JESUS AT SOLD OUT GLASGOW SHOW: I've been to this city so many times I know how to pronounce your name - none of this Glass-gow shit!

SCREAM SERENITY UNLEASH 'GOOD BUSINESS'

SCREAM SERENITY UNLEASH 'GOOD BUSINESS': The deliciously webbed depth of their debut album is evident...s

Sixx:AM, Reuben Archer's Personal Sin, Down 'n' Outz, Deever and much more...

Sixx:AM, Reuben Archer's Personal Sin, Down 'n' Outz, Deever and much more...: Click here to see the full article

Y&T AIM STRAIGHT THRU THE HEART DURING TWO HOUR SHOW IN GLASGOW

Y&T AIM STRAIGHT THRU THE HEART DURING TWO HOUR SHOW IN GLASGOW: All killer and no filler tracks, putting some bands half their age to shame...

MetalTalk GIG OF THE WEEK: AIRBOURNE, BLACK STAR RIDERS, DEE SNIDER AND MORE TO GIVE 'EM HARD ROCK HELL

MetalTalk GIG OF THE WEEK: AIRBOURNE, BLACK STAR RIDERS, DEE SNIDER AND MORE TO GIVE 'EM HARD ROCK HELL: All stage times right here...

Geoff Tate's Operation Mindcrime Continue Their Resurrection With New Album On The Way

Geoff Tate's Operation Mindcrime Continue Their Resurrection With New Album On The Way: Click here to see the full article

Geoff Tate Continues His Resurrection With Operation Mindcrime

Geoff Tate Continues His Resurrection With Operation Mindcrime: Click here to see the full article

Operation: Mindcrime: 'The Key'

Operation: Mindcrime: 'The Key': Click here to see the full article

GEOFF TATE'S OPERATION MINDCRIME CONTINUE THEIR RESURRECTION WITH 2018 UK TOUR

GEOFF TATE'S OPERATION MINDCRIME CONTINUE THEIR RESURRECTION WITH 2018 UK TOUR: One of the best concept albums of all time...

HARD ROCK HELL XI DAY SPLITS AND STAGE TIMES ARE HERE

HARD ROCK HELL XI DAY SPLITS AND STAGE TIMES ARE HERE: MetalTalk will be onsite throughout the weekend...

STATUS QUO 'LIVE AT THE NEC' TO BE REPRESSED AFTER ERROR

STATUS QUO 'LIVE AT THE NEC' TO BE REPRESSED AFTER ERROR: 'Universal apologise for any inconvenience caused...'

PLENTY OF STUFF BUT NO NONSENSE AS SUPERSUCKERS ROCK GLASGOW FOR FIRST TIME IN SIX YEARS

PLENTY OF STUFF BUT NO NONSENSE AS SUPERSUCKERS ROCK GLASGOW FOR FIRST TIME IN SIX YEARS: They rock your ass off all night long...

STATUS QUO GIVE FANS WHATEVER THEY NEED AS HISTORIC 'LIVE AT THE NEC' GETS RE-RELEASE

STATUS QUO GIVE FANS WHATEVER THEY NEED AS HISTORIC 'LIVE AT THE NEC' GETS RE-RELEASE: What it really does is to showcase how good Quo were live in the early 80s...

GOD MAY LOVE A ROLLING STONE BUT GLASGOW LOVES THE KENTUCKY HEADHUNTERS MORE

GOD MAY LOVE A ROLLING STONE BUT GLASGOW LOVES THE KENTUCKY HEADHUNTERS MORE: This band would have played all night if they were allowed to ...

EVERYTHING'S ALRIGHT WITH NORTH EAST ENGLAND'S DEEVER AS WE SIT DOWN FOR AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

EVERYTHING'S ALRIGHT WITH NORTH EAST ENGLAND'S DEEVER AS WE SIT DOWN FOR AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: We want to go as far as we dare think...

Evile: 'Five Serpent's Teeth'

Six years ago today, my very first review was published on MetalTalk.net​ - the EVILE​ album, 'Five Serpent's Teeth'



Evile: 'Five Serpent's Teeth': Click here to see the full article

VOODOO SIX TAKE AIM IN GLASGOW WITH AN ELECTRIC PERFORMANCE

VOODOO SIX TAKE AIM IN GLASGOW WITH AN ELECTRIC PERFORMANCE: Very much the future of British rock and Metal...

GET ME INTO HERE - DEEP PURPLE TO PLAY BBC IN CONCERT SHOW

GET ME INTO HERE - DEEP PURPLE TO PLAY BBC IN CONCERT SHOW: A limited number of pairs of tickets are available...

STATUS QUO ANNOUNCE 2018 TOURING HIATUS

STATUS QUO ANNOUNCE 2018 TOURING HIATUS: 'We do now need some thinking time to consider all of the options...'

BIGFOOT UNLEASH THIRD SINGLE FROM FORTHCOMING DEBUT ALBUM, 'KARMA'

BIGFOOT UNLEASH THIRD SINGLE FROM FORTHCOMING DEBUT ALBUM, 'KARMA': Frontiers signed them to their roster as fast as they could.

GUN DON'T HAVE BETTER DAYS THAN THIS AS THEY LAUNCH 'FAVOURITE PLEASURES'

GUN DON'T HAVE BETTER DAYS THAN THIS AS THEY LAUNCH 'FAVOURITE PLEASURES': There is something to believe in once again as Gun unleash their armoury...

TOM PETTY DEAD AT 66

TOM PETTY DEAD AT 66: Los Angeles police confirmed the news of his death to CBS News on Monday.

GUN DON'T HAVE BETTER DAYS THAN THIS AS THEY LAUNCH 'FAVOURITE PLEASURES'

GUN DON'T HAVE BETTER DAYS THAN THIS AS THEY LAUNCH 'FAVOURITE PLEASURES': There is something to believe in once again as Gun unleash their armoury...

Black Stone Cherry, Blind Guardian, Butcher Babies, Von Hertzen Brothers and more...

Black Stone Cherry, Blind Guardian, Butcher Babies, Von Hertzen Brothers and more...: Click here to see the full article

IRON MAIDEN TO RELEASE 'THE BOOK OF SOULS: LIVE CHAPTER' WITH SPECIAL STREAMING EVENT

IRON MAIDEN TO RELEASE 'THE BOOK OF SOULS: LIVE CHAPTER' WITH SPECIAL STREAMING EVENT: 'We hope that the global Maiden community will all enjoy coming together to watch this special event online...'

WIN TICKETS TO SEE THE IRON MAIDENS TROOPING THE COLOUR IN LONDON

WIN TICKETS TO SEE THE IRON MAIDENS TROOPING THE COLOUR IN LONDON: Two winners will each win a pair of tickets to the London show...

STATUS QUO TO RE-RELEASE HISTORIC 'LIVE AT THE NEC' SHOW ON CD/VINYL

STATUS QUO TO RE-RELEASE HISTORIC 'LIVE AT THE NEC' SHOW ON CD/VINYL: 'Is There Anybody Out There That Wants To Rock?'

MetalTalk GIG OF THE WEEK: CATS IN SPACE LIFT OFF ON FIRST UK HEADLINE TOUR

MetalTalk GIG OF THE WEEK: CATS IN SPACE LIFT OFF ON FIRST UK HEADLINE TOUR: It has been an eventful ride for Cats In Space since they landed on Planet Earth in 2015.

Lou Dibello, Vandenberg's Moonkings, Wilko Johnson, Supersonic Blues Machine and more...

Lou Dibello, Vandenberg's Moonkings, Wilko Johnson, Supersonic Blues Machine and more...: Click here to see the full article

MANIFOLD STOP TEASING WITH RELEASE OF DEBUT EP: INCLUDES INTERVIEW

MANIFOLD STOP TEASING WITH RELEASE OF DEBUT EP: INCLUDES INTERVIEW: 'At the moment it is all go in camp Manifold.'

MetalTalk GIG OF THE WEEK: MAKE WAY FOR THE ARENA KINGS AS VOODOO SIX CAST THEIR SPELL ON ALBUM LAUNCH CLUB TOUR

MetalTalk GIG OF THE WEEK: MAKE WAY FOR THE ARENA KINGS AS VOODOO SIX CAST THEIR SPELL ON ALBUM LAUNCH CLUB TOUR: 'It feels like this is the right time for us to return...'

AIRBOURNE RELEASE UNHEARD TRACK, 'MONEY'

AIRBOURNE RELEASE UNHEARD TRACK, 'MONEY': 'It was found covered in piles of dust and reel to reel tape...'

HOWLING GIANT, DEATH VALLEY KNIGHTS AND GORDON'S ALIVE IMPRESS WITH NEW EP RELEASES

HOWLING GIANT, DEATH VALLEY KNIGHTS AND GORDON'S ALIVE IMPRESS WITH NEW EP RELEASES: Simply begs for some audience participation at live shows...

GRAHAM BONNET AND BLIND GUARDIAN SHINE WITH NEW RELEASES

GRAHAM BONNET AND BLIND GUARDIAN SHINE WITH NEW RELEASES: Both of these albums are must-have releases...

Ensiferum, H.E.A.T., Black Country Communion, Savage Messiah and more...

Ensiferum, H.E.A.T., Black Country Communion, Savage Messiah and more...: Click here to see the full article

MASON HILL BACK WHERE THEY BELONG HEADLINING IN GLASGOW WITH SOLID BACK UP FROM DEEVER AND ANCHOR LANE

MASON HILL BACK WHERE THEY BELONG HEADLINING IN GLASGOW WITH SOLID BACK UP FROM DEEVER AND ANCHOR LANE: The trip of a lifetime is really beginning to take place for them...

GUN TO PLAY SPECIAL FREE SHOW IN GLASGOW

GUN TO PLAY SPECIAL FREE SHOW IN GLASGOW: The show will combine tracks from the new album as well as a generous helping of classic songs...

STEVE HARRIS BRITISH LION LET IT ROLL IN GLASGOW

STEVE HARRIS BRITISH LION LET IT ROLL IN GLASGOW: Each of the band members bring their own unique qualities...

BLACK STAR RIDERS BOUND FOR GLORY AS THEY HEAD TO HARD ROCK HELL

BLACK STAR RIDERS BOUND FOR GLORY AS THEY HEAD TO HARD ROCK HELL: Promises to be the biggest and best Hard Rock Hell festival to date...

NOTHING PARANORMAL ABOUT ALICE COOPER'S DYNAMITE NEW ALBUM

NOTHING PARANORMAL ABOUT ALICE COOPER'S DYNAMITE NEW ALBUM: Absolutely nails what Alice Cooper is all about...

THE CHARM THE FURY AIM TO BREAK AND DOMINATE WITH NEW ALBUM

THE CHARM THE FURY AIM TO BREAK AND DOMINATE WITH NEW ALBUM: There is more to this band than fast, aggressive songs...

THE SOAPGIRLS AREN'T REJECTS AS THEY IMPRESS WITH NEW ALBUM

THE SOAPGIRLS AREN'T REJECTS AS THEY IMPRESS WITH NEW ALBUM: If there is a party in Hell, then lets hope The SoapGirls are providing the entertainment...

STREETWISE ROCKERS WALKWAY PERFORM DEBUT GLASGOW SHOW (PLUS A REVIEW OF THEIR NEW ALBUM)

STREETWISE ROCKERS WALKWAY PERFORM DEBUT GLASGOW SHOW (PLUS A REVIEW OF THEIR NEW ALBUM): 'All the tools and all the talent to go all the way to the top...'

KAI HANSEN AND FRIENDS GIVE IT ALL OR NOTHING ON WACKEN LIVE RELEASE

KAI HANSEN AND FRIENDS GIVE IT ALL OR NOTHING ON WACKEN LIVE RELEASE: 'This set needs to be in your collection, absolutely no doubt about it...'

A TRIO OF RELEASES TO INSPIRE YOUR INNER GOTH

A TRIO OF RELEASES TO INSPIRE YOUR INNER GOTH: Johnny Main casts his eye over recent releases from three bands...

BLOODY HAMMERS AUDIO OF NEW SIX-TRACK EP AVAILABLE HERE

BLOODY HAMMERS AUDIO OF NEW SIX-TRACK EP AVAILABLE HERE: The ice-cold nostalgia of 70s b-list thrillers and horror flicks shoots through the veins directly into the heart...

STATUS QUO TO RELEASE THIRD RETROSPECTIVE 7' VINYL BOX SET

STATUS QUO TO RELEASE THIRD RETROSPECTIVE 7' VINYL BOX SET: A phenomenal collection that will be cherished by Quo fans the world over...

JOANovARC RELEASE 'SEEDS OF SUMMER' WITH PART OF PROCEEDS GOING TO GRENFELL TOWER VICTIMS

JOANovARC RELEASE 'SEEDS OF SUMMER' WITH PART OF PROCEEDS GOING TO GRENFELL TOWER VICTIMS: 'We are role models, we want to inspire young females and empower them.'

NEON HURRICANE LEAVE THE CROWD HYPNOTISED AT GLASGOW FERRY SHOW

NEON HURRICANE LEAVE THE CROWD HYPNOTISED AT GLASGOW FERRY SHOW: Neon Hurricane have been making a name for themselves in the city over the last few months...

Eluveitie, Mason Hill, The Pineapple Thief, Belphegor and more...

Eluveitie, Mason Hill, The Pineapple Thief, Belphegor and more...: Click here to see the full article

JOANovARC RELEASE 'SEEDS OF SUMMER' WITH PART OF PROCEEDS GOING TO GRENFELL TOWER VICTIMS

JOANovARC RELEASE 'SEEDS OF SUMMER' WITH PART OF PROCEEDS GOING TO GRENFELL TOWER VICTIMS: 'We are role models, we want to inspire young females and empower them.'

STATUS QUO ROLL OVER LAY DOWN TO FAN REQUESTS: ACOUSTIC TOUR GOES ELECTRIC

STATUS QUO ROLL OVER LAY DOWN TO FAN REQUESTS: ACOUSTIC TOUR GOES ELECTRIC: 'The band is not the same - it cannot be and should not be - and the plan has changed too...'

VARDIS CLASSIC ALBUMS REMASTERED AND-RE-RELEASED ON CD AND VINYL

VARDIS CLASSIC ALBUMS REMASTERED AND-RE-RELEASED ON CD AND VINYL: 'It is a thrill to finally hear these records as I remember them sounding in the studio...'

NEON HURRICANE LEAVE THE CROWD HYPNOTISED AT GLASGOW FERRY SHOW

NEON HURRICANE LEAVE THE CROWD HYPNOTISED AT GLASGOW FERRY SHOW: Neon Hurricane have been making a name for themselves in the city over the last few months...

NO BLACK NIGHT FOR FIRST RAINBOW SHOW IN GLASGOW FOR FORTY YEARS

NO BLACK NIGHT FOR FIRST RAINBOW SHOW IN GLASGOW FOR FORTY YEARS: The real gem in the band has got to be frontman Ronnie Romero...

CATS IN SPACE NEW ALBUM AND UK TOUR INFO IS HERE

CATS IN SPACE NEW ALBUM AND UK TOUR INFO IS HERE: Plus big news coming later in the year...

TANKARD NOT CALLING LAST ORDERS DESPITE HAVING 'ONE FOOT IN THE GRAVE'

TANKARD NOT CALLING LAST ORDERS DESPITE HAVING 'ONE FOOT IN THE GRAVE': 'But hold on! What this? Tankard songs with a serious side to them?'

STATUS QUO LEGEND FRANCIS ROSSI JOINS ROCK MEETS CLASSIC LINE-UP

STATUS QUO LEGEND FRANCIS ROSSI JOINS ROCK MEETS CLASSIC LINE-UP: 'It makes us very proud that we are able to deliver such a high-quality show...'

NO LIES AS STATUS QUO RELEASE ANOTHER TRIO OF DELUXE EDITION ALBUMS

NO LIES AS STATUS QUO RELEASE ANOTHER TRIO OF DELUXE EDITION ALBUMS: These special editions are once again carefully curated releases that have been re-mastered...

RITCHIE BLACKMORE'S RAINBOW REVEAL TWO NEW TRACKS - LISTEN HERE

RITCHIE BLACKMORE'S RAINBOW REVEAL TWO NEW TRACKS - LISTEN HERE: Last month Ritchie said that Rainbow had entered the studio to record their first new music since 1995s 'Stranger In Us All'...

THE WHO BOARD THE MAGIC BUS BACK TO 2004 FOR ISLE OF WIGHT DVD

THE WHO BOARD THE MAGIC BUS BACK TO 2004 FOR ISLE OF WIGHT DVD: The Who headlined the third edition of the revived Isle Of Wight Festival...

NO 'RUMOURS IN THE AIR' AS NIGHT RANGER TO HEADLINE HRH AOR 2018

NO 'RUMOURS IN THE AIR' AS NIGHT RANGER TO HEADLINE HRH AOR 2018: Camp HRH facilities include not only the accommodation but also a number of eateries and bars...

TEQUILA MOCKINGBYRD SHAKE THE MONEY TREE WITH IMPRESSIVE DEBUT ALBUM

TEQUILA MOCKINGBYRD SHAKE THE MONEY TREE WITH IMPRESSIVE DEBUT ALBUM: Pretty much guaranteed to bring any party to life...

WHATEVER WAY YOU DRESS IT UP, SNAKECHARMER'S SECOND ALBUM IMPRESSES

WHATEVER WAY YOU DRESS IT UP, SNAKECHARMER'S SECOND ALBUM IMPRESSES: A band who know exactly how to write, play and produce music of the highest calibre...

KIERAN ROBERTSON IS A WIZARD AS HE CASTS A SPELL IN HOMETOWN HEADLINE SHOW

KIERAN ROBERTSON IS A WIZARD AS HE CASTS A SPELL IN HOMETOWN HEADLINE SHOW: He's on course to be one of the next generation of big UK rock and Metal artists...

STONE BROKEN HAPPY TO STAY ALL NIGHT AT OUTSTANDING GLASGOW SHOW

STONE BROKEN HAPPY TO STAY ALL NIGHT AT OUTSTANDING GLASGOW SHOW: Stone Broken's career trajectory in the last twelve months has been significant...

THE FRANKLYS ASK 'ARE YOU LISTENING?' WITH DEBUT OFFERING

THE FRANKLYS ASK 'ARE YOU LISTENING?' WITH DEBUT OFFERING: The energy coming from the band is almost tangible...

NEW DANZIG ALBUM IS AN OVERDUE RETURN TO FORM

NEW DANZIG ALBUM IS AN OVERDUE RETURN TO FORM: The 'Evil Elvis' is back with his eleventh studio album...

STATUS QUO UNVEIL 'CAROLINE' VIDEO FROM 'THE LAST NIGHT OF THE ELECTRICS'

STATUS QUO UNVEIL 'CAROLINE' VIDEO FROM 'THE LAST NIGHT OF THE ELECTRICS': 'This was by no means business as usual, nor should it have been...'

IRON MAIDEN SHINEDOWN ON SELL-OUT GLASGOW CROWD

IRON MAIDEN SHINEDOWN ON SELL-OUT GLASGOW CROWD: Iron Maiden give you what you expect every time – a first class performance...

IRON MAIDEN ADVISED TO SETTLE COPYRIGHT CLAIM BEFORE HIGH COURT DATE IS SET

IRON MAIDEN ADVISED TO SETTLE COPYRIGHT CLAIM BEFORE HIGH COURT DATE IS SET: McKay has brought several cases of a similar nature throughout the years involving high profile artists...

MASON HILL SIGN WITH FRONTIERS RECORDS

MASON HILL SIGN WITH FRONTIERS RECORDS: This solidifies their position as one of Britain's brightest young bands...

Blind Guardian, Walkway, Goldray, Bubbles Erotica and more...

Blind Guardian, Walkway, Goldray, Bubbles Erotica and more...: Click here to see the full article

STATUS QUO: ALAN LANCASTER ADDED TO 2017 FAN CLUB CONVENTION, JOHN COGHLAN TO BE QUIZZED PLUS VINYL REISSUE NEWS

STATUS QUO: ALAN LANCASTER ADDED TO 2017 FAN CLUB CONVENTION, JOHN COGHLAN TO BE QUIZZED PLUS VINYL REISSUE NEWS: Quo drum legend John Coghlan in conversation with TV's Steve Blacknell...

IRON MAIDEN'S GONNA GET YOU ON FIRST UK TOUR IN SEVEN YEARS

IRON MAIDEN'S GONNA GET YOU ON FIRST UK TOUR IN SEVEN YEARS: 'The whole band is really enjoying this tour...'

SYTERIA, FEATURING JACKIE CHAMBERS OF GIRLSCHOOL, NEW VIDEO AND ALBUM DETAILS ARE HERE

SYTERIA, FEATURING JACKIE CHAMBERS OF GIRLSCHOOL, NEW VIDEO AND ALBUM DETAILS ARE HERE: 'Not believing in love, just passion...'

Cum On Feel The Newz: Massive Wagons, Gary Hoey, Jupiter Falls, Foscor and more...

Cum On Feel The Newz: Massive Wagons, Gary Hoey, Jupiter Falls, Foscor and more...: Click here to see the full article

JOHN COGHLAN'S QUO TO HEADLINE WOKING TRIBUTE TO RICK PARFITT

JOHN COGHLAN'S QUO TO HEADLINE WOKING TRIBUTE TO RICK PARFITT: The event promises an exciting programme, packed with music, dance, art and entertainment...

STATUS QUO AQUOSTIC 2017 WINTER TOUR DATES ARE HERE

STATUS QUO AQUOSTIC 2017 WINTER TOUR DATES ARE HERE: 'The show goes on because band and fans alike still love this amazing music...'

NO BAR BLUES AS CHRIS GLEN LAUNCHES BIOGRAPHY

NO BAR BLUES AS CHRIS GLEN LAUNCHES BIOGRAPHY: Chris' dedicated fanbase turned out in their masses to support him...

YOU SPIN ME ROUND EDITION NINE

YOU SPIN ME ROUND EDITION NINE: New Releases From As Lions, Def Leppard, Burnt Out Wreck, Immolation And Many More...

LARS ULRICH RETIRING FROM METALLICA STORY IS FAKE

LARS ULRICH RETIRING FROM METALLICA STORY IS FAKE: Lars is absolutely not leaving the band he co-founded in 1981...

STATUS QUO DELIVER WITH DELUXE CLASSIC AND 2016 LONDON SHOW RELEASES

STATUS QUO DELIVER WITH DELUXE CLASSIC AND 2016 LONDON SHOW RELEASES: 'This release captures Quo on incredible form, at a concert that will live long in my memory.'

JOE LYNN TURNER, JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE AND SKID ROW LEAD THE WAY TO HRH AOR VI

JOE LYNN TURNER, JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE AND SKID ROW LEAD THE WAY TO HRH AOR VI: 'Some fantastic acts will be making music at Camp HRH Pwllheli next year...'

BRIAN JOHNSON MEETS ROCK GREATS IN BRAND NEW SKY ARTS SERIES

BRIAN JOHNSON MEETS ROCK GREATS IN BRAND NEW SKY ARTS SERIES: This is a series to be savoured and definitely not to be missed...

RITCHIE BLACKMORE'S RAINBOW 'LIVE IN BIRMINGHAM 2016' DOUBLE CD ON THE WAY

RITCHIE BLACKMORE'S RAINBOW 'LIVE IN BIRMINGHAM 2016' DOUBLE CD ON THE WAY: This is the first release of the audio of the 2016 British show...

NO RANTING AS SYTERIA LAUNCH DEBUT FULL LENGTH ALBUM

NO RANTING AS SYTERIA LAUNCH DEBUT FULL LENGTH ALBUM: 'There is no time for boring ballads; the band are pushing forwards full steam ahead, on a mission to really go places...'

MORE ACTS ANNOUNCED FOR SECOND STATUS QUO FAN CLUB CONVENTION PLUS NEW 7' BOX SET

MORE ACTS ANNOUNCED FOR SECOND STATUS QUO FAN CLUB CONVENTION PLUS NEW 7' BOX SET: Where better to celebrate Quo's longevity than with a Quo weekend at Butlins...

DEVILSKIN & SUMO CYCO LEAD A NIGHT OF METAL VARIETY IN GLASGOW

DEVILSKIN & SUMO CYCO LEAD A NIGHT OF METAL VARIETY IN GLASGOW: You were getting four great bands for your money and there was a healthy appetite for all four here in Glasgow...

MICHAEL MONROE AND LA GUNS PUT THE ROCK IN HARD ROCK HELL

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FOREIGNER ANNOUNCE 40th ANNIVERSARY UK TOUR WITH SPECIAL GUESTS ASIA

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AIRRACE AND LIONHEART UK TOUR DATES ARE HERE: 'I keep thinking is this really happening after all these years?...'

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MetalTalk Gig Of The Week: Among The Kings Of Thrash With Anthrax

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Cum On Feel The Newz: Don Broco, The Answer, Suicide Silence, Triaxis and much more...

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Evil Scarecrow Leave Ecstatic Crowd Behind In Glasgow

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Cum On Feel The Newz: Monster Truck, Stone Broken, Ayreon, Skunk Anansie and much more...

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Status Quo Attend Rick Parfitt's Funeral As Tour Continues

Status Quo Attend Rick Parfitt's Funeral As Tour Continues

Status Quo Attend Rick Parfitt's Funeral As Tour Continues

Sepultura On The Up With 'Machine Messiah'

Sepultura On The Up With 'Machine Messiah'

Steve Rothery Takes A Trip Down Memory Lane

Steve Rothery Takes A Trip Down Memory Lane

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Fish Celebrates 30th Anniversary Of 'Clutching At Straws' With UK Tour

New Releases From Pain Of Salvation, Stephen Pearcy, Jack Russell, Powerwolf And Many More

New Releases From Pain Of Salvation, Stephen Pearcy, Jack Russell, Powerwolf And Many More

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Rock Meets Classic 2017 Europe Line-Up Is Here

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Hair Metal Heaven Festival Announces First Acts For Inaugural Event

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New Releases From Damaj, Mercy Isle, Krampus, Wretched Soul