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"True Black", “a gospel drenched American gothic” new single by Jay Buchanan out today - listen now
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Jay Buchanan, frontman of the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons, debuts his new gospel-infused song, “True Black,” today. Listen HERE
Rock Metal Machine
4 days ago3 min read


Paul Gilbert Unveils Official Video For 'Show Not Yourself Glad (At The Misfortune of Another)'.
Paul Gilbert has released the official video for his latest song, taken from his ambitious new conceptual album, WROC, which will be released on 27 February via Music Theories Recordings. You can watch the official video for "Show Not Yourself Glad (At The Misfortune of Another)".
Rock Metal Machine
5 days ago2 min read


ALTER BRIDGE drop new single Scales Are Falling with visualiser from Marcin Pospiech (NIN, Tool).
With their self-titled eighth studio album arriving worldwide in just two days, ALTER BRIDGE return with the final song to be released ahead of the album’s official launch. “Scales Are Falling” is another signature rocker from the acclaimed quartet - Myles Kennedy (vocals/guitars), Mark Tremonti (guitars/vocals), Brian Marshall (bass), and Scott Phillips (drums).
Rock Metal Machine
6 days ago6 min read


Francis Rossi: 2 new songs out today, from ‘The Accidental’.
Francis Rossi kicks off 2026 in emphatic style with two brand-new songs, released today as a digital double single and taken from his long-awaited new studio album ‘The Accidental’, out January 30, 2026.
Rock Metal Machine
6 days ago2 min read


Rising Mongolian Rockers UUHAI Release New Single, “Secret History of the Mongols”!
Closing in on the release of their debut album, Mongolian breakthrough rockers UUHAI offer another glimpse into the release with a new single. Named after the oldest surviving literary work in the Mongolic language, dating back to the late 1220s and recounting the life and conquest of legendary Genghis Khan, “Secret History of the Mongols” seduces with an enticing atmosphere.
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 64 min read


Mayhem Mavericks release their third single.
Street Symphonies Records & Burning Minds Music Group are excited to announce the release of "More To Ask", the third single from the self-titled debut album by Italian hard rockers, Mayhem Mavericks. The track is now available on all digital platforms for streaming, accompanied by an official music video.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Galaxy 2025: The Beginning of a new era.
After the surprise release of the album Runaway Men in 2022, followed by a series of concerts in 2023, Bart, Ard, Niels and Nils sat together. Runaway Men consisted of the recordings they made in 1997, just before parting ways. They hadn’t worked together for more than 25 years, but the warm reception of their 1997 work sparked new curiosity and motivation.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 22, 20252 min read


Austen Starr shares new music video "Read Your Mind" from debut album 'I Am The Enemy' out on February 13th.
Rising rocker AUSTEN STARR is pleased to share her new single "Read Your Mind," taken from her upcoming debut album, 'I Am The Enemy,' due out on February 13, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 22, 20253 min read


Bryan Adams 'California Christmas' proves international radio hit.
Bryan Adams latest Christmas single ‘California Christmas’ has been quick to prove a festive favourite. Released on November 26th via Bad Records, the sun-soaked festive anthem has shot to No.1 on the Canada Radio Holiday Chart, while it is also on the playlists of 45 radio stations across the UK. Today (Dec 15th) it has now also been announced as Record Of The Week for both Radio 2 and Virgin Radio in the UK.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 15, 20252 min read


A.A. WILLIAMS Releases New Single “Just A Shadow” and Announces Signing to Reigning Phoenix Music!
Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) proudly announces the signing of acclaimed singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist A.A. WILLIAMS, whose work blends haunting melody with a distinctly heavy edge.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 11, 20253 min read


Cinematic rockers EARTHSIDE unleash new track “earthsink” featuring Daedric.
We are extremely excited to be able Today, cinematic rock visionaries Earthside unleash Let The Truth Speak – Deluxe Edition, marking two years since their triumphant return. They have also announced their first live shows in Latin America with an appearance at CL Prog Festival in Santiago, Chile on 14-15 March 2026.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 4, 20253 min read


THE HELLACOPTERS - announce rarities collection 'Cream Of The Crap! Collected Non-Album Works • Volume 3'.
Swedish high-energy rockers THE HELLACOPTERS have been celebrating their 30th anniversary recently and after releasing their much-lauded new album Overdriver on January 31, 2025, which reached No. 1 in the Swedish charts and a solid top 10 position in the German charts for the second time in the group’s career, it is time to offer their dedicated fanbase something truly nostalgic.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 29, 20253 min read


Blue October: On Sale Now! 20th Anniversary of ‘Foiled’ Tour.
Blue October, the Texas-based, multi-platinum group announces a year-long celebration honouring the 20th anniversary release of ‘Foiled’, the platinum-selling album that opened the door to the hearts of audiences around the world.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Buckle up! CLUTCH drop limited edition ‘73 Dodge Dart Swinger Model Car Kit.
Start your engines! Groove masters CLUTCH have just dropped the limited merch item to end all merch items. If you’re quick enough, you can now grab CLUTCH’s ‘73 Dodge Dart Swinger Car Model Kit and associated new merch, exclusively on ClutchMerch.com
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 21, 20254 min read


Paul Gilbert Channels George Washington's Rules of Civility on "WROC".
The technical chameleon and guitar virtuoso Paul Gilbert today announces his new album, WROC, which will be released on 27 February via Music Theories Recordings. To celebrate, he has revealed the music video for Go Not Thither, which you can watch below.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 21, 20254 min read


Cheap Trick release 21st studio album 'All Washed Up'.
The one and only Cheap Trick have released their 21st studio album today. All Washed Up is available now digitally as well as on standard black vinyl and CD, via BMG. A collector’s edition Orange Marble vinyl variant limited to 1,000 units is available exclusively via the band's new D2C store. The band's Robin Zander, Rick Nielsen and Tom Petersson appeared on TalkShopLive last week to discuss the new album.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 18, 20253 min read


Wille & The Bandits Announce New Album “Salt Roots” and Release First Single & Video “Trouble Round the Bend”.
Wille & The Bandits, a band celebrated for fusing styles as freely as they speak their minds are back with their most ambitious project yet with a new album. Salt Roots is due for release Feb 27th, 2026. This ten-track album dives deep into the band’s eclectic musical DNA, from huge riffs that shake the ground to beautiful melodies and grooves that carry you away like the tide, this album is the culmination of everything we’ve worked towards.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 18, 20254 min read


Massive Wagons Release New Single & Video ‘Everywhere We Go’, Sign new Record & Management Deals in Germany and Announce 2026 UK Tour Dates.
Lancaster’s finest rock export, Massive Wagons, release their brand-new single and video “Everywhere We Go” today, Friday 14th November. The track, packed with the band’s trademark energy and stadium-sized hooks, comes accompanied by a video filmed at the Iconic Winter Gardens in Morecambe.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 18, 20253 min read


CIVIL DAZE - debut album "Once In A Blue Moon" now out on PRIDE & JOY MUSIC!
"Once In A Blue Moon" is the debut album from Civil Daze, a Melodic Rock band based in Upplands Väsby just north of Stockholm, Sweden. There must be some kind of secret rock'n'roll potion in the water there since it's also where bands like Europe, Candlemass, H.e.a.t & Universe III were born. Civil Daze started out as the solo project of Mikael Danielsson. However, since he didn't fancy his own voice ("I sounded like Tom Waits auditioning for Journey") the songs were put on a
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 12, 20251 min read


Black Eyed Sons Release Emotional New Video “Autumn Reigns” Featuring Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke.
Black Eyed Sons have released the official video for their deeply personal new track, “Autumn Reigns,” featuring Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke.
Written by Guy Griffin, the song holds special significance, inspired by the tragic loss of his brother Daniel in late 2021.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 4, 20252 min read
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