Music News

In Flames headlined the Göteborg Brinner festival in Gothenburg on Saturday, August 22, joined by guest vocalists Matt Heafy of Trivium and Mikael Stanne of Dark Tranquillity.

Foo Fighters performed their first-ever show at the Hollywood Bowl on Saturday, August 22, joining the Los Angeles Philharmonic for a career-spanning set.

Bret Michaels has canceled the remainder of his 2026 tour dates to focus on recovery following recent surgeries. The decision follows a comeback performance in Sugar Hill, Georgia.

Olivia Rodrigo surprise-released her new song “Serena Joy” as a limited-edition CD single at a California record store on August 21, ahead of her inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival.

Buckcherry members and crew are safe following a fatal multi-vehicle accident involving their tour bus on Interstate 26 in South Carolina early Friday morning, August 21, 2026.

Turnstile has announced a new reimagined version of their Grammy-winning album Never Enough, featuring collaborators like Elton John and Hayley Williams, set for release on August 28.

Connie Burton, the sister of late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, has passed away. Her death occurred earlier this week, following the launch of a medical fundraiser to assist her in late June.

A new documentary titled Neil Peart: No One’s Disciple will premiere on Canada’s CBC network on September 23 to honor the late Rush drummer’s life and legacy.

Mötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx has addressed allegations regarding the band's use of backing tracks, stating the group performs 100 percent live during their current 2026 anniversary tour.

Canadian hardcore punk heavyweights Cancer Bats released the official music video for "Give Me Dirt" on August 7, 2026, alongside their eighth studio album.