Foo Fighters Announce 2026 Tour
Foo Fighters will head out on their first tour since 2024 next summer. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers will kick off the Take Cover Tour on August 4th in Toronto. The stadium tour will take them to several U.S. cities including Detroit, Nashville and Washington, D.C. before ending in Las Vegas on September 26th. The band will be joined by Queens of the Stone Age on all dates. Fans have until Sunday to sign up for ticket presales that start October 29th.
KISS CO-Founder Laid To Rest In The Bronx After Funeral In Yonkers
KISS co-founder Ace Frehley has come home for good. The guitarist was quietly buried this week in The Bronx, not far from where he grew up. Rock-and-roll historian Eddie Trunk posting on Instagram that
Frehley was buried at a Bronx cemetery Wednesday, and that original band members Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, and Peter Criss were there to see him off. A private service was reportedly held Tuesday in Yonkers, attended mostly by musicians who played with Frehley. Frehley was born and raised in The Bronx, and lived in Yonkers in the 80s.
Mumford & Sons Bring Out Lainey Wilson For Her "Things A Man Oughta Know"
Mumford & Sons were in Nashville this week, so it makes sense when you're playing Music City, you invite one of its brightest lights to join you on stage. The band brought out Lainey Wilson to give her hit "Things A Man Oughtta Know" their trademark folk rock twist. It's not the first time Lainey's joined the group for a performance; while in New Orleans back in August, they collaborated with Lainey on a live performance of Shania Twain’s "Man! I Feel Like A Woman."
Panic At The Disco To Release 20th Anniversary Edition Of "A Fever You Can't Sweat Out"
Panic! At The Disco are celebrating the 20th anniversary edition of their 2005 debut studio album, "A Fever You Can't Sweat Out." The box set release includes the original album remastered for the first time, eleven unreleased demos, and the band's 2006 Live in Denver performance. It also comes with a twelve page zine with never before seen pictures from the era, a door hanger, and a paper doll set. "A Fever You Can't Sweat Out (20th Anniversary Remaster)" will be out on January 23rd.
Iron Maiden Announces 2026 North American Tour
Heavy metal legends Iron Maiden will return to North America next summer. The band's Run For Your Lives Tour will start in Canada before heading to Harrison, New Jersey on September 5th. They'll also hit cities like Boston, Chicago and Los Angeles before wrapping up on September 29th in San Antonio. Iron Maiden will be joined by Megadeth on all dates as well as Anthrax at select shows. Ticket presales will start October 28th with shows going on general sale on October 31st.
Jon Bon Jovi announces comeback tour after surgery saved his 'dying' vocal cord from career-ending damage
Jon Bon Jovi is set to embark on an international tour, "The Forever Tour," in July 2026 after undergoing vocal cord surgery. The surgery was necessary to repair a "dying" vocal cord that almost ended his career. Bon Jovi underwent a cutting-edge procedure to rebuild his weakened vocal cord and has been dedicated to his recovery process, including vocal exercises and rehearsals. The music icon is determined to return to the stage and is confident in his ability to perform at his previous pace. The tour will kick off at Madison Square Garden, where Bon Jovi first performed in 1983, and will conclude at London's Wembley Stadium in September 2026.
Slipknot's Sid Wilson Launches Own Label Vomit Face Records
Slipknot's Sid Wilson is launching his own label. Vomit Face Records made its debut by releasing the first single from rapper Lil Bushwick, "Take It Back." Speaking about the new label, Wilson said his label is "for artists who don't fit in and never wanted to." He added "it's a place for the misfits to have a voice and a place to make their own." Bushwick is the first artist to be signed to Vomit Face Records.
TOBIAS FORGE Explains Why GHOST Doesn't Change Set From Night To Night: 'We Are Simply Not That Kind Of Band’
GHOST leader Tobias Forge discussed the band's upcoming North American 2026 leg of the "Skeletour" world tour, emphasizing the challenge of changing the setlist due to the elaborate stage production. He revealed that the tour will feature rotating slots and additional songs to keep the performances fresh. Forge also shared insights into his approach to designing the stage and presentation for each tour,
drawing inspiration from gothic symbolism and brutalist architecture. The "Skeletour" marked a significant evolution in GHOST's live performances, incorporating theatrical elements and a multimedia experience to enhance the band's iconic stage presence.
Spinal Tap Concert Film Coming To Theaters In 2026
A Spinal Tap concert film is coming to theaters. "Spinal Tap at Stonehenge: The Finale Finale" was recorded during their 2025 concert at Stonehenge in England, marking the location's first ever rock concert. The film's first official trailer features a clip of the landmark with the band's stage set. "Spinal Tap at Stonehenge: The Finale Finale" will arrive in theaters and IMAX in 2026.
The All-American Rejects Share New Single 'Eggshell Tap Dancer'
The All-American Rejects have released a new single titled ‘Eggshell Tap Dancer’ from their upcoming album set for February 2026. The track, inspired by performing tenderness despite indifference, explores a character trying to maintain a connection with someone who has emotionally checked out. The band is currently touring with the Jonas Brothers and has garnered attention for surprise pop-up shows at unconventional venues. The song's music video features a Charlie Chaplin-esque aesthetic.
‘You’re Always Trying For All Killer, Not Filler’: Wolfgang Van Halen Talks Mammoth’s ‘The End’
Wolfgang Van Halen, son of Eddie Van Halen and Valerie Bertinelli, is carving his own path in the music industry with his band Mammoth. He plays all the instruments on their upcoming album "The End," showcasing his evolution as an artist. Van Halen's latest single, "I Really Wanna," reflects his confidence and independence from his family's legacy, as he strives to make his own mark in the music world. The album title holds multiple meanings for Van Halen, symbolizing both an end and a new beginning for the band. Through experimentation and growth, Van Halen is finding his voice and pushing boundaries in his songwriting process.
Poppy Shares New Track 'Unravel' Along With A Gloomy Trapeze-Filled Music Video
Poppy continues her prolific year with the release of a new single, 'Unravel', featuring a mix of pop-rock and screams, in collaboration with Jordan Fish. The singer also dropped a music video showcasing trapeze tricks. This follows recent releases like a cover of Wham's 'Last Christmas' and collaborations with Amy Lee and BABYMETAL. Poppy's creative streak shows no signs of slowing down, with more new music on the horizon, including the unreleased track 'Bruised Sky'.
Soft Cell Member David Ball Dead At 66
Musician Dave Ball is dead at age 66. Ball is one half of the 1980s New Wave pop group Soft Cell, and he served as the synthesizer-keyboardist. Marc Almond, who was the group's singer, and Ball recorded the iconic 1981 track "Tainted Love" which became a massive hit. According to the band's website, Ball died in his sleep at home in London on Wednesday, and he is survived by his close family including his four children.