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Chez Kane shares new visualizer “Personal Rock N’ Roll” from upcoming album “Reckless” out March 27th.
Chez Kane shares “Personal Rock N’ Roll”, the new single and accompanying visualizer taken from the upcoming album “Reckless”, out on March 27, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Rock Metal Machine
6 days ago2 min read


Jayler announce debut album 'Voices Unheard' & release electricfying new single.
JAYLER – the electrifying UK rock band fusing the spirit of the golden age of rock with a bold, raw modern edge – have announced their debut album Voices Unheard, set for release on May 29th via Silver Lining Music.
Rock Metal Machine
6 days ago4 min read


American singer-songwriter Gary Marks to release Crossroads as an official Record Store Day UK & Europe exclusive on April 18, 2026.
American singer-songwriter Gary Marks will release Crossroads, a vinyl album spanning a lifetime of work, as an official Record Store Day UK & Europe exclusive on April 18, 2026.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 172 min read


The Michael Schenker Group to release ‘Live & Ready: 1980 – 1984’ boxset.
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
Feb 123 min read


John 5 - Announce First Ever Solo UK and Europe Tour.
Guitarist JOHN 5 will bring his extraordinary talents to the UK and Europe in May 2026. Apart from a few shows in 2016 this is John’s first ever solo tour in these territories.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 122 min read


KRIS BARRAS BAND returns with standalone ass-kicking new single 'All Falls Down'.
KRIS BARRAS BAND has returned with a music video for the new standalone ass-kicking single 'All Falls Down'. Reigniting his love of heavy music, this track combines frontman Kris' passion for blazing guitar solos and teeth-gritting riffs with anthemic choruses and fist-pumping chants.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 123 min read


Tale Cue Release Eclipse of the Midnight Sun
Tale Cue was formed in November 1988, when vocalist Laura Basla, guitarist Silvio Masanotti, and keyboardist Giovanni Porpora, after playing together in a cover band, decided to create their own project. Tale Cue has reunited to revive unfinished stories, weaving their signature style with the experiences, dreams, and sounds collected over the years of silence.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 122 min read


Francis Rossi: Enters the International Top 10 With ‘The Accidental’.
With his new studio album “The Accidental”, Francis Rossi achieves notable chart success across Europe.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 101 min read


Colder Suns’ to release second album ‘Yesterday Is All I Want’.
Released on 27 February 2026, Colder Suns’ second album ‘Yesterday Is All I Want’ marks the first salvo of a four-part concept album series, aiming to explore our perception of time and how it shapes who we are. The album was recorded at Francis Rossi’s ARSIS Studios and produced with acclaimed Quo producer and engineer Andy Brook. On 20 February 2026, there will be an album launch gig at The Cart & Horses pub, famous for being the birthplace of Iron Maiden, where Colder Suns
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 32 min read


Francis Rossi: ‘Songbook: Quo – Past, Present, Future’ Tour 2026
A brand new show, entitled Francis Rossi ‘Songbook: Quo – Past, Present, Future’, will see one of Britain’s most loved and influential musicians take to the road for 30 UK dates from September to November 2026.
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 272 min read


Stargazer release 'Trouble', ahead of their upcoming European tour supporting Michael Schenker.
Norwegian hard rockers STARGAZER are ready to release their new single, “Trouble”, ahead of their upcoming European tour supporting Michael Schenker. With “Trouble”, the band unleash an explosive, larger-than-life arena rocker that hits with immediate impact. Driven by a thunderous, blues-soaked riff and a hypnotic groove, the track showcases the band at full force: bold, electrifying and built to shake walls.
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 222 min read


"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
Jan 93 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
Jan 82 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
Jan 76 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
Jan 72 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
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