When it comes to American metal, there are the "big four" bands, the pillars of headbanging, that laid the foundation for the past forty years: Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax, and Megadeth. With Dave ...

You might not know these rock and metal bands, but you should by the end of 2026. From hard rock to hardcore, nearly every subgenre of rock and metal is seeing a surge of new acts that deserve to be ...

Last month, Brent Cobb announced his first full-length record with his band the Fixin’s. Ain’t Rocked in a While will be out July 11 and will showcase a heavier side of Cobb’s sound. While many ...

Metal Church had the riffs, voices and songs to rival metal's biggest names. Bad timing, lineup changes and shifting trends kept them underrated.

Pop might be an icky word for heavy metal diehards. But remember, “pop” is just short for popular. And if you’re favorite band sells millions of records, then they are, by definition, popular. History ...

These 23 rock and metal bands either called things off completely or decided to retire from touring in 2025. Either way, their fans will see a lot less of them moving forward. Not all of these ...

Classic Metal Band Announces Final Album and Farewell Tour originally appeared on Parade. When it comes to American metal, there are the "big four" bands, the pillars of headbanging, that laid the ...