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Critically Acclaimed Rockers This House We Built Drop Explosive New Track Desires.
Scarborough rockers This House We Built continue their momentum with the release of Desires, the sixth single taken from their second album Get Out Of The Rain, released last November to outstanding reviews across the rock press.
Rock Metal Machine
2 days ago2 min read


STRYPER Roar Back With Crushing New Metal Anthem ‘I’m Alright (I’m Okay)’.
We are extremely excited to be able to premiere 'Make A Deal With The Devil', the new song from the awesome Stargazer.
Rock Metal Machine
2 days ago2 min read


HARSH Ignite Modern Hard Rock Revival With Explosive New Album “Feels”
The Michael Schenker Group were founded in 1979 by one of rock’s greatest guitarists Michael Schenker, following his time in Scorpions and UFO. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1980 on Chrysalis Records, was hailed as a commercial and critical success.
Rock Metal Machine
May 203 min read


Rachel Bolan Announces Gritty Solo Era With Emotional New Track “Memory” Released.
With “Memory”, the third single before the release of his debut solo album, Rachel Bolan from Skid Row delivers an honest, straight forward track from the upcoming record. The track leans into a more introspective mood, balancing strong melodies with direct, heartfelt lyrics. It reveals a new side of the album and sparks anticipation for what’s still to come.
Rock Metal Machine
May 202 min read


Hear Deep Purple Roar Back Fast And Loud With New Song “Arrogant Boy”.
Deep Purple have released a new song Arrogant Boy today. The powerful, fast-paced hard rock tune is the first musical statement from SPLAT!, Deep Purple’s new studio album, out July 3rd on earMUSIC.
Rock Metal Machine
May 132 min read


Nicko McBrain’s Iron Maiden Memoir Promises Chaos, Laughter, Triumph And Untold Stories.
Harper Nonfiction are set to publish the thrilling, hilarious and deeply personal autobiography of Iron Maiden’s unstoppable drummer, Nicko McBrain. Hello Boys and Girls! will publish into hardback, ebook and audio on 22nd October 2026.
Rock Metal Machine
May 122 min read


Velveteen Queen Unleash Explosive New Album The Greater Good This September.
Swedish hard-rock risers Velveteen Queen return with their most ambitious statement yet, their sophomore album, The Greater Good, set for release on September 18th via Silver Lining Music. Pre-orders available from May 6th at this location.
Rock Metal Machine
May 123 min read


Erik Grönwall Drops Ferocious “Bad Bones” Solo Anthem Ahead Of New Album
After years of fronting some of rock’s most iconic acts, Erik Grönwall returns with a solo album titled “Bad Bones” out on May 22nd. Today we get a first taste of the album in the shape on the title track ”Bad Bones”.
Rock Metal Machine
May 92 min read


Def Leppard Unleash Blood-Red Greatest Hits: Louder, Sharper, Untouchable in 2026
Def Leppard, Britain’s greatest arena rock band, release two new editions of Greatest Hits… an album of the band’s biggest songs from their illustrious career.
The newly mastered set is being made available on 1LP, and across 2 formats: Standard black vinyl and special edition blood red marbled vinyl featuring exclusive 2026 tour edition artwork. The latter is exclusive to the tour. The album includes some of the bands most iconic tracks from their stellar career. Pre Order
Rock Metal Machine
May 53 min read


Into the Fire Again: Europe Rise with the Explosive ‘Come This Madness’
After nine years, Europe return with Come This Madness - their 12th studio album and their most powerful, uncompromising statement to date. Come This Madness is set for release on September 25th via Silver Lining Music / Hell & Back Recordings.
Rock Metal Machine
May 54 min read


Kris Barras Band Unleash Chaos: ‘Monsters We Made’ Ignites as ‘Riot Of One’ Explodes onto the Scene.
KRIS BARRAS BAND has returned with the announcement of their brand new album. "Monsters We Made" will be available 14th August 2026 via Earache Records, with pre-orders available now. To celebrate the announcement of the new album and following in the footsteps of lead single 'All Falls Down', the band have shared a video for the feisty new single 'Riot Of One'.
Rock Metal Machine
May 23 min read


Billy Morrison Goes Full Throttle on “Becoming”: Raw, Loud, Unstoppable
British guitarist, singer, and songwriter BILLY MORRISON releases “Becoming,” marking the first single from his upcoming album HOLLOW due out in August via TLG | ZOID/Virgin Music Group. The powerhouse track was written by MORRISON, Sully Erna (Godsmack) and Brett Scallions; it features Erna on lead vocals and Grammy Award winner Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme) on lead guitar.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 254 min read


A.A. Williams Unleashes ‘Poison’: Beauty, Chaos and Total Self-Destruction Collide on Solstice.
British artist A.A. WILLIAMS, acclaimed and defined by her musical interplay of fragility and force, unveils today the artwork and track list for her striking new full-length album Solstice, set for release on June 5, 2026 through RPM, alongside the video for her powerful new single 'Poison'.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 253 min read


Thundermother Tear Up Cologne in Final Live Preview – “The Road Is Ours” Turns Up the Heat Ahead of Live’n’Alive.
Swedish rockers THUNDERMOTHER share a final single from their first live album. “The Road Is Ours - Live in Cologne” invites listeners right into the venue to experience the band’s energetic performance. Recorded live in Cologne, Germany, the track was originally released on the 2021 deluxe version of their Top 10 album Heat Wave.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 233 min read


7 Miles To Pittsburgh Are Beyond Repair, and That's Exactly How We Like It!
M-Theory Audio is proud to announce the signing of the Dutch hard rock powerhouse 7 Miles to Pittsburgh. Known for their masterful blend of classic hard rock grit and contemporary progressive power, these seasoned veterans are set to release their highly anticipated third studio album, 'Beyond Repair', on September 4, 2026.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 163 min read


The Western Front: The Album Time Tried To Bury.
After four decades in the vault, the near-mythical album Eureka by The Western Front finally emerges. Conceived by rock luminaries Scott Gorham (Thin Lizzy, Black Star Riders), Marty Walsh (Supertramp, John Fogerty), Darrell Verdusco (Mark Knopfler, Van Morrison), and stellar session players Richard “Moon” Calhoun (Chaka Khan, Andy Gibb) and Derek Bergmann (Yvonne Elliman, Jeff Barry), alongside guitarist, and longtime collaborator Dennis O'Donnell—a veteran music executive.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 164 min read


TESLA Crank Up The Classics On ‘Homage’.
Acclaimed American hard rock band TESLA is proud to announce their new album, 'Homage,' set for release on July 17, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl. Marking a full-circle moment in their storied career, the album finds the band returning to their roots with a collection of covers honoring some of rock’s most timeless hits.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 154 min read


Into The Phantom Void: LONG DISTANCE CALLING’s Darkest Masterpiece Yet.
Step inside the darkness: LONG DISTANCE CALLING have released their brand new studio album, The Phantom Void, and the response couldn’t be louder. Brutal, cinematic, and gripping from start to finish, the album arrives to widespread critical acclaim and marks one of the strongest moments in the band’s 20‑year history.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 142 min read


No Filler, Just Fire: Rockett Love’s Rise to the Top!
Since 2015, Sweden’s own Rockett Love has been a high-voltage reminder that arena rock didn’t just survive - it evolved. Stripping away the filler and cranking the heat, the band has become the undisputed heavyweights of Swedish AOR and melodic hard rock.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 142 min read


Atlantic Are Back — And They’re Hitting Where It Hurts Most
British melodic rock band Atlantic return today with “What Hurts The Most”, a powerful rendition of the country classic hit, originally recorded by Mark Wills in 2003 and then become famous thanks to Rascal Flatts. The track, along with an official visualizer, is out now via Frontiers Music Srl.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 62 min read
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