Before his Las Vegas show on Friday night, Sebastian Bach was approached by a fan for a hug while he was speaking with his wife. Later, on stage, he called out the fan, insulted her, and had her removed, creating a tense moment for the audience. TMZ reports that a witness said the fan recorded Bach and made an obscene gesture when he took the stage, triggering the confrontation.

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Engineered Society Project proudly announce the release of their brand-new single, “Blink Of An Eye,” now available on all major streaming platforms.

Never change a winning team. Never change a winning formula. Cristiano Filippini’s FLAMES OF HEAVEN strengthens its position among the leading acts of Power Melodic Metal - five years after releasing the critically acclaimed „The Force Within“. Thanks to catchy melodies and brilliant musicianship „Symphony of the Universe“ is the utmost logical follow-up. Spectaculary crafted neoclassical anthems breathing the spirits of an ideally open production with natural sounds. The manga “Saint Seiya” by Masami Kurumada delivered the lyrical inspiration. Shimmering highlights among the twelve songs are „Darkside of Gemini“, „On the Wings of Phoenix“, Midnight Riders“, and „The Power of Stars“.

Italian/Swedish hard rock/heavy metal band Hell in the Club are thrilled to announce the release of their new studio album, “Joker In The Pack”, out on November 7, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.

Swedish hard rockers Andy and the Rockets return with a no-nonsense, straight-from-the-gut anthem: “Seven Years of Bleeding”, out today on all digital platforms.

This week, the Gibson hosted a very special event to celebrate Tony Iommi, the legendary guitarist of Black Sabbath, and launch the return of his Tony Iommi Signature Humbucker™ out now from the Gibson Pickup Shop. Music fans gathered at the Gibson Garage London for an intimate interview with Tony Iommi—moderated by Liz Barnes (BBC Radio 2)—which was followed by a brief performance, and a screening of the “first look” trailer for “Iommi: The Godfather of Heavy Metal,” a new limited docuseries from Gibson Films, which will stream worldwide this fall on Gibson TV.

Bon Jovi announced that they are reimagining their 2024 album, Forever, with the upcoming release of Forever (Legendary Edition) on October 24. The new collection features collaborations with Bruce Springsteen, Jelly Roll, Jason Isbell, Lainey Wilson, Joe Elliott, Avril Lavigne, Marcus King, Robbie Williams, and others. The project was inspired by Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal cord surgery and rehab, which limited his ability to tour and promote the original album, leading him to enlist friends to help carry the songs forward. On Friday (August 29), they are sharing their Springsteen collaboration, “Hollow Man,” along with the new tune, “Red, White & Jersey.” Jon says the project captures “a new viewpoint and new spirit – a collaboration album that proves we all get by in this world with a little help from our friends,” while adding, “I feel tremendous joy and gratitude releasing this album and I think it shows in the music.” (Rolling Stone)

Swedish Hard Rock giants Eclipse are finally back on the road with the announcement of their brand-new Megalomanium Tour 2025. A journey that will take them through Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Switzerland, and Italy, this tour is more than just a series of shows, it’s a celebration of everything that makes Eclipse one of the most thrilling Rock bands of our time.

The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund has announced the details for its 2025 "Bowl for Ronnie" charity event. The benefit is scheduled to take place on November 13 at PINZ Bowling Kitchen + Bar in Studio City, California, with the event once again hosted by SiriusXM’s Eddie Trunk, with festivities set to begin at 6:30 p.m. A variety of celebrities and rock stars will compete for bowling trophies throughout the night, with a full list of participants and added details to be revealed soon. An eBay auction will be launched shortly, offering the winning bidder a coveted spot on Trunk’s celebrity bowling team. Last year’s event sold-out well in advance, and raised over $70,000 to support cancer research and awareness through the Dio cancer fund, which honors the late metal legend who died of stomach cancer in 2010. Past bowlers have included Tom Morello, Dave Grohl, Geezer Butler, Sebastian Bach, Adam Jones, Steven Adler, Jack Black, Richie Sambora, Lita Ford, and many more. (Consequence of Sound)

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Finnish rockers Rust N' Rage are back with the brand new album “Songs Of Yesterday”, available now via Frontiers Music Srl.The band also share the official video for “Just Like Brothers”, out now.The band commented: “Songs Of Yesterday” is an ultimate collection of nasty riffs and tasty hooks; all forged in the fires of adrenaline filled rock n' roll! These tracks are sure to get your head banging, so give it a spin and play it loud!”About the new single, they added: “Just Like Brothers” is an anthem of unity; a tribute to those who stand by your side no matter what”.Through lots of hard work and gigging, Rust N' Rage have been starting to make a name for themselves in their home country of Finland. With energetic live shows and anthemic songwriting, this rock n’ roll quartet is ready to introduce themselves to the world more than ever before. Coming from a small Finnish town called Pori, Rust N’ Rage are four musicians - Vince, Johnny, Jezzie, and Eddy - who share a common passion for rock n’ roll. Initially playing individually around their town, it didn’t take long for them to unite under a shared musical vision. Drawing inspiration from '80s legends such as Guns n’ Roses, Judas Priest, Mötley Crüe, and Dokken, the band has crafted a sound rooted in classic hard rock but with a fresh and personal twist.The band’s debut album, produced by Jimmy Westerlund (One Desire), was filled with hard-hitting, melodic tunes. In 2020, things accelerated for the band as they found a new manager and teamed up with a new producer to bring their vision to life.Now, their latest release, “Songs Of Yesterday”, produced by Olli Anttila, is the band’s defining statement - a high-energy dose of rock packed with powerful anthems, memorable choruses, infectious guitar solos, and explosive rhythms. It’s a celebration of their influences, but also a testament to their identity and evolution as a modern hard rock force.“Songs Of Yesterday” Tracklist:1.    One For All (All For One)2.    Songs Of Yesterday3.    Just Like Brothers4.    Hey Jane5.    Gone But Never Forgotten6.    Rollin' Till The Morning7.    Open Fire8.    I Am The One9.    Gave It All I Got10.    Fire It Up

In a new interview on ‘Talkin' Rock with Meltdown,’ Judas Priest’s Rob Halford opened up about his profound grief following Ozzy Osbourne’s death on July 22. “I just put the phone down in my hotel room… and I just curled up in a ball and bawled my eyes out for hours,” the 73-year-old Halford recalls of the moment he learned of Ozzy’s death, while adding, “I just couldn’t believe it. I still can’t believe it now. I’m still grieving like so many people.” Halford admitted back in May that he was “gutted” to have to miss Ozzy’s final concert due to already being booked to play a 60th anniversary show with the Scorpions in Germany that day. Halford praised Osbourne’s generosity and enduring spirit, recalling that, “Whenever we did shows together he would always say to me, ‘Did you have a good time?’ He was the embodiment of kindness in that respect.” (Billboard)

Australian melodic metal four-piece DARKER HALF recently announced the upcoming release of their brand-new album, “Book Of Fate,” scheduled for August 29, 2025 via Massacre Records. Today the band unveil the second single ‘Another Day Another Nightmare.’The song is a powerful exploration of existential dread and the struggle to find meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. Drawing inspiration from timeless folklore — particularly the stories of the Pied Piper of Hamelin and the Wizard — “Book Of Fate” promises to deliver an epic narrative set to the band’s trademark heavy and melodic soundscapes. While not being a concept album, these were themes the band came back to regularly during writing sessions.The new lineup infused the album with a newfound energy, resulting in a faster paced release that harks back to earlier days of the bands roots. Meanwhile the anthemic choruses the band has become known for remain prominent. Produced by DARKER HALF’s drummer Dom Simpson at Elephant Sounds Studio, Australia, the album was mixed by Chris Themelco at Monolith Studios and mastered by Thomas Plec Johansson at The Panic Room. The stunning cover artwork was created by Karim Konig.  Track Listing:1. Introduction2. The Golden Path3. From Disaster4. Are You Listening5. Another Day, Another Nightmare6. Something Sinister7. Somebody Else8. Faded Glory9. Nightfall10.Book of Fate11. From Disaster (Live in Maastricht 03/11)

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