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It’s been almost 10 years since Robin’s last release, ‘Love Is Coming’, back in 2017. During the prevailing years there’s been rumours of gigs and a possible ‘Best Of’ album, but here in 2026 we finally see the delightful chanteuse with her latest solo album, ‘Living Proof’.

Denmark’s finest AOR export, Boys From Heaven, are pleased to share their new single and official visualizer, “How Long”, taken from the upcoming third studio album, “The Wanderer”, set for release on May 22, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.

The Dead Collective are set to release a debut single from a forthcoming EP – the single “Cracks” is released on the 6th March 2026. The band also embark on their first headline tour of the UK throughout April and May 2026.

Following the release of their critically-acclaimed, twelfth studio album Leo Rising, Canada's DANKO JONES continue their roaring celebrations with the launch of the new music video for "I Love It Louder" and unveil dates for the "Rising Tour 2026". Released through PERCEPTION - A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music and Sonic Unyon (Canada), Leo Rising may be their most electrifying and uplifting record yet, and is certain to energize venues across Europe and the UK this fall.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

With his new studio album “The Accidental”, Francis Rossi achieves notable chart success across Europe.

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

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.

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.

Francis Soto is a German rock and metal vocalist and songwriter whose musical career began in the early 1990s and has continued for more than three decades. His artistic path is defined by multiple band projects, extensive stage and studio experience and a steady evolution as a powerful and authentic frontman.

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

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)".

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).

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.