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Metal Band News & Metal Band Tours

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  Exploring Black Sabbath’s Influence on Doom Metal Evolution22 May 2026
  Black Sabbath, the iconic band that laid the foundation for heavy metal, also played a pivotal role in shaping the genre of doom metal. The release of their debut album in 1970 marked a significant moment in music history, setting the stage for a new sound that would resonate for decades to come. To delve… Read more: Exploring Black Sabbath’s Influence on Doom Metal Evolution
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  Jack Osbourne Updates Progress on Ozzy Osbourne Biopic21 May 2026
  Jack Osbourne recently provided updates on the highly anticipated biopic of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. During a recent YouTube livestream, Osbourne confirmed that the project is progressing well, with the script nearly finalized and plans in motion. He expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming film, assuring fans that it is a priority and will eventually come… Read more: Jack Osbourne Updates Progress on Ozzy Osbourne Biopic
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  Rotting Christ Unveils Live Video Teaser for 35-Year Release21 May 2026
  Rotting Christ, the legendary extreme metal band, has unveiled a live video of their iconic track “Under The Name of Legion” as a teaser for their upcoming release, 35 Years of Evil Existence – Live in Lycabettus. This band, with over three decades of experience, is known for their electrifying performances and killer tunes that… Read more: Rotting Christ Unveils Live Video Teaser for 35-Year Release
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  KoRn Guitarist Reveals Intense Creative Process for 15th Album21 May 2026
  California nu-metal band KoRn has exciting news for fans eagerly awaiting new music. After a four-year gap since their last album in 2022, guitarist James ‘Munky’ Shaffer revealed that the band is diligently working on their 15th studio album. The creative process has been intense, resulting in the band already crafting around 40 songs to… Read more: KoRn Guitarist Reveals Intense Creative Process for 15th Album
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  Ensiferum Announces ‘The Winter Storm Over North America’ Tour21 May 2026
  Ensiferum, the renowned Finnish epic power metal band, has recently announced their upcoming tour, ‘The Winter Storm Over North America,’ set to kick off in September. Despite the wintry connotations in the tour name, the band’s performances will grace American and Canadian stages, starting at ProgPower USA in Atlanta on September 9 and concluding in… Read more: Ensiferum Announces ‘The Winter Storm Over North America’ Tour
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  Motörhead’s Triumphant Return: Three Albums Top Charts After Decade21 May 2026
  Motörhead, the iconic rock band, made a remarkable comeback with the release of three albums simultaneously on the music charts. This feat, a decade after the band’s split, marked a significant moment in their history. Motörhead – England Hoodie | $70.29 The releases, including The Lost Tapes – Vol. 7, On Parole – Steven Wilson… Read more: Motörhead’s Triumphant Return: Three Albums Top Charts After Decade
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  Metal Night at The Garage: Intense Performances by Powerhouse Bands20 May 2026
  It was a night of intense metal music at The Garage in Glasgow on February 22, 2026, featuring a lineup of three powerhouse bands: Frozen Soul, The Black Dahlia Murder, and Heaven Shall Burn. Black Dahlia: Murder, Monsters, and Madness in Midcentury Hollywood | $0.00 Kicking off the evening was Frozen Soul, known for their… Read more: Metal Night at The Garage: Intense Performances by Powerhouse Bands
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  Gwar Show Delivers Unforgettable Experience of Music and Mayhem20 May 2026
  Attending a Gwar show is not for the faint-hearted. The anticipation of witnessing a grotesque display of fake bloodshed and political satire looms large. Gwar, a band known for its over-the-top performances akin to pro wrestling, creates a unique experience with elaborate costumes, props, and intricate stage setups. The recent show at the Roseland Theater… Read more: Gwar Show Delivers Unforgettable Experience of Music and Mayhem
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  Hammerfall Reignites Melbourne’s Metal Scene with Epic Performance20 May 2026
  Swedish power metal band Hammerfall took Melbourne’s Northcote Theatre by storm, transporting fans to a realm of Valhalla with their electrifying performance. The night was filled with headbanging, mosh pits, and an atmosphere reminiscent of a Viking battle. Hammerfall (Gene Wars Book 1) | $0.00 Opening the show were Silent Knight, delivering aggressive speed metal,… Read more: Hammerfall Reignites Melbourne’s Metal Scene with Epic Performance
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  Powerwolf Unveils Live ‘Stossgebet’ Teaser for Wildlive Album20 May 2026
  Powerwolf, the renowned heavy metal band, has recently unveiled a live rendition of their hit track “Stossgebet” as a teaser for their upcoming live album, Wildlive (Live at Olympiahalle), scheduled for release in February 2026 through Napalm Records. Originally featured on their top-charting album, The Sacrament Of Sin, in 2018, “Stossgebet” stands out as one… Read more: Powerwolf Unveils Live ‘Stossgebet’ Teaser for Wildlive Album