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Bruce Dickinson releases new versions of 'Skunkworks' and 'Tattooed Millionaire'.
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Bruce Dickinson’s third album Skunkworks, BMG Records have released it digitally in a brand new Dolby Atmos version, alongside a Dolby Atmos version of Bruce’s debut solo album, Tattooed Millionaire.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 242 min read


ARCH ENEMY reveal new singer, single, and club tour.
Swedish extreme metal juggernauts ARCH ENEMY charge into a new chapter with the release of their explosive new single “To The Last Breath” - the band’s first blast of fresh material since their latest album Blood Dynasty.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 213 min read


Iron Maiden reveal full details of the EDDFEST weekend at Knebworth.
Last September when Iron Maiden announced their only UK show of 2026, on July 11th at Knebworth Park, they said they would be “turning it into as much of a ‘Maiden World’ as we can for all our fans to enjoy!” and true to form they are now able to announce the full details, revealing exactly what that means.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 174 min read


RESTLESS SPIRIT reveal video single 'The Burning Need' & details of self-titled new album "Restless Spirit"!
RESTLESS SPIRIT return with a self-titled album as honest and unpretentious as it gets. These headbangers deliver straightforward American heavy metal with a dash of stoner rock, tons of catchy tunes, frying guitars, and raw energy in expertly crafted songs.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 123 min read


‘Megadeth’: The legendary band’s Self-titled final studio album Explodes onto the charts at #1 in the U.S.
MEGADETH have good reason to celebrate. The Grammy Award-winning and multi-platinum metal titans’ self-titled final studio album—released last week (January 23) to worldwide critical acclaim—has exploded onto the charts at #1 on the Billboard 200 in their native U.S. (highest previous position #2). This debut also marks the band’s 9th Billboard Top 200 album.
Rock Metal Machine
Feb 25 min read


Escape Music Ltd Announce SARACEN Crusader (Live) Release.
When Saracen released their debut album ‘Heroes, Saints & Fools’ back in 1981, the UK Rock scene certainly took notice. Their combination of Magnum-like melodies and Uriah Heep intensity and vocal stylings immediately endeared them to fans of the NWOBHM scene, and fans of classic British Rock in general.
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 132 min read


South Of Salem
An SOS show is always larger than life, but tonight was supersized. They wanted to end a difficult year on a high, and this was truly stratospheric. A show that set a new precedent in performance levels. I have absolutely no doubt that 2026 will see them reach even greater heights.
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 26 min read


70,000 Tons Of Metal 2026
On board @70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise, Sailors will enjoy the company of 60 bands who will play TWICE on board, plus meet & greets, intimate masterclasses with select musicians, world live premieres and exclusive listening sessions of unreleased material.
Rock Metal Machine
Jan 11 min read


Megadeth - 'Megadeth'
One of the original “Big Four” Thrash bands from the early eighties, Megadeth was born when guitarist Dave Mustaine parted ways with Metallica in less than amicable circumstances. Since the ear-splitting roar of their incendiary debut, ‘Killing Is My Business… And Business Is Good’ back in 1985, the band has established its own unique and instantly identifiable sound within the Thrash subgenre, a lot of that being down to the instantly recognisable tones of Mustaine.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 27, 20252 min read


Doro - 'Warriors Of The Sea'
Doro never rests! Since her last album she has been busy, including planning ‘Metal Queen’ Cruises along the Rhine, in relation to which the idea for this album was born. It’s a special edition on her own label, pending a new studio album, and, incredibly, a limited edition of the vinyl record contains blue curaçao, which can be drunk (as opposed to Rhine water that they considered at first, which probably wouldn’t have looked half so nice).
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 27, 20252 min read


Norwegian heavy metal warriors Rozario return with Northern Crusaders.
After receiving ecstatic reviews from all over the world for their 2023 debut „To The Gods We Swear“, Norwegian heavy metal warriors ROZARIO return with a vengeance.
Rock Metal Machine
Dec 21, 20251 min read


KREATOR pay homage to horror classic 'Suspiria' in video for new single "Tränenpalast".
Metal titans KREATOR have released a new single from their highly anticipated sixteenth full-length, "Krushers Of The World", which will be out on 16th January 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records.
Rock Metal Machine
Nov 7, 20255 min read


Avatar release new single & video - 'Death And Glitz'
The heavy metal visionaries collectively known as AVATAR — vocalist Johannes Eckerström, guitarists Jonas Jarlsby and Tim Öhrström, bassist Henrik Sandelin, and drummer John Alfredsson — previously announced the thoroughly fitting October 31st release of their latest masterwork Don't Go In The Forest.
Rock Metal Machine
Oct 3, 20255 min read


WINGS OF STEEL: New Video & Single Out; New Tour Dates.
Wings of Steel, the rising stars of traditional heavy metal, unleash their powerful new single and music video “Burning Sands”. This...
Rock Metal Machine
Sep 30, 20254 min read


Rising Heavy Metal Stars TAILGUNNER Sign With Napalm Records!
Having earned the rare endorsement of K.K. Downing as the next big thing in metal, and touring the UK supporting KK's Priest, British newcomers TAILGUNNER have just signed with Napalm Records. Further endorsing his praise for the band, the Judas Priest guitar legend has now taken on a new role of producer for their dynamic sophomore album. TAILGUNNER have quickly made a name for themselves amongst heavy metal fans—this young band from the home country of metal is one to watch
Rock Metal Machine
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Iron Maiden return to Europe & beyond in 2026
IRON MAIDEN have announced the first dates of a very busy schedule for 2026, starting with a summer return to Europe to predominantly play festivals and also stadiums in countries and regions not visited in 2025. The subsequent month will see the start of visits to many other parts of the world, all of which will be announced later.
Rock Metal Machine
Sep 20, 20255 min read


Saxon Frontman Biff Byford Announces His Battle With Cancer And Upcoming Treatment In A Special Post To Fans.
In a special post on the band’s social media channels, SAXON frontman and singer Biff Byford discusses battling cancer following his recent diagnosis after the band’s Japanese Tour in late April and his upcoming 'mopping-up' chemotherapy treatment.
Rock Metal Machine
Aug 17, 20252 min read


Megadeth To Release Final Album In 2026
MEGADETH’s DAVE MUSTAINE revealed in a social post directly shared with his worldwide fanbase and Cyber Army that his forthcoming album (due out early next year) will be the final MEGADETH studio album of his career. MUSTAINE shared the announcement via his alter ego Vic Rattlehead.
Rock Metal Machine
Aug 15, 20254 min read


FURY release new single/video "Don't Lie To Me"
Raging with urgency and defiance, the new FURY thunderous single “Don’t Lie To Me”, out today, is a rallying cry for the working classes around the globe. Powered by a fierce groove, commanding dual vocals and an incendiary chorus, the track channels collective frustration into a fist-raising anthem. Aimed at the lies, propaganda and greed of the 1%, “Don’t Lie To Me” is a no-holds-barred call for unity, truth, and resistance by the British heavy rockers.
Rock Metal Machine
Aug 10, 20253 min read


BURNING WITCHES Unleashes Music Video for New Single, "High Priestess Of The Night", from Upcoming Studio Album "Inquisition"!
Swiss heavy metal act BURNING WITCHES have shared a new track taken from their forthcoming studio album, entitled Inquisition, which is slated for release on August 22, 2025 via Napalm Records!
Rock Metal Machine
Aug 3, 20254 min read
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