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DOMINUM’s Dark Carnival Begins: “The Circus Is In Town” Unleashed
DOMINUM are back: the rising stars of modern metal offer the first taste of their upcoming album Night Is Calling, set for release on July 3 2026 via Napalm Records. “The Circus Is in Town” serves as both the lead single and the album opener, lifting the curtain on the thrilling and mad world of Dr. Dead’s band’s third offering.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 13 min read
Blaze Bayley Headlines EDDFEST Friday, Igniting Iron Maiden's 50th Anniversary Bash!
EDDFEST is going to be a truly exceptional weekend for each and every Maiden fan in attendance – an unforgettable chance to be part of a fully themed Festival experience, celebrating IRON MAIDEN’s spectacular fifty year career… and the last chance to see them in the UK until at least 2028.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 15 min read
SAEKO’s Metal Resurrection Begins: Two Japan Dates, New EP Incoming
Japanese power metal vocalist Saeko is set to return to the stage with two exclusive shows in Japan this May, under the banner “SAEKO LIVE IN JAPAN 2026”, while also revealing the upcoming release of her new EP, Back to Life, scheduled for July 18, 2026.
Rock Metal Machine
Apr 12 min read
Turn Pain Into Power: Eva Under Fire Unleash ‘Villainous’
Listening to EVA UNDER FIRE is quite literally hard rock therapy, turning scars and demons into anthems of inner strength. As a licensed therapist and singer-songwriter, Amanda Lyberg blends emotional insight with powerful songwriting, delivering lyrics and performances that connect deeply and hit listeners right in the feels.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 285 min read
Nashville Heat Meets UK Streets: TUK SMITH Returns With Explosive Tour Dates
Rock 'n' rollers TUK SMITH & THE RESTLESS HEARTS can't stay away from UK soil for too long. Having spent 2025 on the road supporting Danko Jones and blessing Planet Rockstock with their Nashville-tinged melodies and riffs, they're pleased to share a string of 2026 tour dates this summer.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 283 min read
Power Paladin Unleash Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment — Witness “The Arcane Tower” Rise With Tommy Johansson
Icelandic heavy metal outfit POWER PALADIN have released their highly anticipated new album Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment today via ROAR – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 282 min read
Myrath Ignite the Desert Storm: “Wilderness of Mirrors” Lands with Crushing Power
Tunisian‑French progressive metal visionaries Myrath release their highly anticipated and critically praised new album “Wilderness of Mirrors”.
Long before its release, the album has been hailed as “one of the best and most inventive Progressive Metal” offerings of the year (Fireworks, UK), establishing it as a milestone in the band’s extraordinary ascent.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 273 min read
Mattador Unleash “Black Water” Fury: New Album III Set to Detonate This June
Melodic rock powerhouse Mattador is excited to announce the release of their new studio album, titled "III", and scheduled for June 19, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 243 min read
No More Restraint: Tarja Unleashes Metal Fury on “Frisson Noir”
Tarja unleashes her brand-new metal album “Frisson Noir” on 12th June 2026 via earMUSIC, the heaviest record of her career and a powerful statement of identity, strength and belonging. After years of exploring different musical landscapes, Tarja stands firmly where she belongs: in metal.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 242 min read
Everything’s Fine”… Until It Isn’t – Hollie Rogers Drops a Bluesy Reality Check
The title track, Everything’s Fine, was co-written with Elles Bailey and Beth Nielsen-Chapman, who both feature on the track.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 243 min read
19 Minutes of Prog Fury: Versa Launch Sci-Fi Epic ‘Artemis’ with Explosive New Animated Video
Six people stand in a row, facing forward. Background features a scenic mural. One person wears a zebra-patterned jacket. Serious expressions.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 243 min read
Bryan Adams Doubles Down: ‘Roll With The Punches’ Tour Explodes with New U.S. Dates and Rock Royalty Support from Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo.
Due to overwhelming fan demand, rock icon Bryan Adams has announced a second U.S. leg of his highly successful Roll With The Punches Tour. Promoted by Live Nation, the 16-city run kicks off Friday, July 24th and runs to Sunday, August 16th. Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will join Adams as special guests on all U.S. dates.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 244 min read
Fatal Vision Just Upped The Game—“Four Sides To Every Story” Is Coming In Hot
Escape Music has the pleasure to announce the signing Canadian band Fatal Vision and title of the album “Four Sides To Every Story” and will be released on the 22nd May 2026
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 243 min read
“Night Is Calling”: DOMINUM Drop Sinister New Album This July
DOMINUM return with their third full-length album, Night is Calling, out July 3, 2026 via Napalm Records. After storming straight into the Top 10 of the Official German Album Charts with their previous album The Dead Don’t Die, the fast-rising band led by mastermind and vocalist Felix Heldt – better known to fans as Dr. Dead – is ready to open the next chapter of their dark and theatrical universe.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 214 min read
HOKKA Return With Cinematic New Anthem ‘Blackbird’ — And It Hits Hard
HOKKA return with a powerful new chapter in their unfolding musical saga. The warrior and the sensai - Joel Hokka (ex-Blind Channel) and Pauli Rantasalmi (ex-The Rasmus) - continue their journey with the release of the gripping new single 'Blackbird'.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 202 min read
The Rattlebacks Unleash Explosive New Single — UK Hard Rock Just Got Louder
Rampant UK hard rockers, THE RATTLEBACKS, explosive debut album, Sidewinder, is set for release on Friday 15th November. The formidable rock crew have also just detailed their killer new single and video, Waste.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 202 min read
Romeo New Album Incoming — Here’s Everything You Need To Know Right Now
Street Symphonies Records & Burning Minds Music Group are thrilled to share details of Romeo’s debut album “Deja Vu Letters”.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 182 min read
The Cure Deliver ‘Good Energy’ — A Powerful Moment for Teenage Cancer Trust
Teenage Cancer Trust is proud to announce "Good Energy," a new art exhibition and print series launching at the Royal Albert Hall. Running from March 18th – April 9th, 2026, alongside the charity’s legendary gig series, this collection captures the visceral, shared experience of live music between artist and fan, positioning the "mosh pit" not as a place of chaos, but as a sanctuary of safety and community.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 185 min read
Kingdom Collapse Drop Explosive New Single — Watch The Video Now
Kingdom Collapse create the soundtrack to survival. The San Antonio, TX hard rock band alchemizes unfathomable tragedy, trauma, and loss into massive and magnetic anthems powered by pummeling instrumentation and arena-size hooks that remind you to never give up.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 183 min read
Laura Cox Fires Back With New Single ‘Not Your Story’ — Listen Now
French modern-rock artist Laura Cox returns with a brand-new, previously unheard single, “Not Your Story,” out now via earMUSIC / veryrecords. Released in the middle of her current tour, the track delivers a relentless surge of raw rock energy - a fresh chapter that continues the spirit of her acclaimed album “Trouble Coming” while revealing a darker, more urgent edge.
Rock Metal Machine
Mar 173 min read
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