The 14 best new metal songs you need to hear right now Body Count, Powerwolf and Charlotte Wessels are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite! Metal Hammer · May 17, 2024
"It was like finding it on the street": The Beatles' Yesterday and five other songs that were inspired by dreams How Keith Richards, Paul McCartney and Taylor Swift were visited by melodies MusicRadar · May 17, 2024
“This record is a return to joy”: Bon Jovi reunite with the talk box and roll back the years for a new comeback single that will give you serious Livin’ On a Prayer vibes Living Proof previews the band's upcoming album Forever, and Phil X's riff has a distinctly familiar talkbox swagger about it Guitar World · May 17, 2024
“My tribute to the MOSFET-driven magic of a 1990s classic – the MT10 Mostortion”: Wampler Pedals’ Mofetta is a “supercharged” version of the classic Ibanez overdrive/disortion Brian Wampler's latest drive pedal will save you time and money searching for an over-priced MT10 on the vintage market, and it has expanded features for more amp-like gain MusicRadar · May 17, 2024
Jessica Biel Opens Up About Her Marriage to Justin Timberlake: “It’s Always a Work in Progress” Timberlake is currently on tour—his first since the couple welcomed their second son. Marie Claire · May 17, 2024
“A verbatim sonic-twin of Dave’s all-time favourite amplifier”: Friedman Amplification’s Vintage Collection debuts with the PLEX – a 50W tube head based on Dave Friedman’s legendary ‘68 JMP If you are looking for tones inspired by the vintage Marshall that started Friedman’s obsession with amplifiers, the PLEX has you covered, and it has some modern refinements too MusicRadar · May 17, 2024
“Better tech, modern features, and the rich warbling vibratos of the ’70s and ’80s”: Diamond revives its fan favorite Vibrato after nearly 20 years – and it’s been given some key upgrades The resurgent Canadian firm’s returning stompbox boasts all-analog circuitry built around the revered MN3007 bucket brigade chip Guitar World · May 17, 2024
Will Taylor Swift provide a £1bn boost to the UK economy? Barclays’ analysis may be slightly off the mark, but the megastar is tapping into a new trend in spending The Guardian - UK · May 17, 2024
Jay Sean Partners With Virgin Records To Support South Asian Artists Explore Jay Sean's music journey, influences, and commitment to cultural representation in the music industry. Top News · May 17, 2024
“It’s a truly magical pedal, and the hype surrounding it is legitimate”: Diamond Pedals resurrects its Tame Impala-approved Vibrato and it sells out “immediately” – but more are on their way! The BBD-driven vibrato has bigger headroom, a smaller enclosure, an improved circuit and a darker jazz setting. Best of, it is a fraction of the price of an OG vintage unit MusicRadar · May 17, 2024
'Gold Rush' For Stockholm With Taylor Swift Eras Tour The weak Swedish currency, the krona, means tickets for Swift's three Stockholm dates are more affordable than elsewhere for many foreigners. International Business Times · May 17, 2024
Robbie Williams' Electrifying Performance In Captivating Black Ensemble Robbie Williams mesmerizes the audience with his electrifying performance, showcasing his talent and showmanship in a sleek black ensemble. A night of unfo... Top News · May 17, 2024
Knocked Loose's Latest Album Receives Rave Reviews From Critics Knocked Loose's 'You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To' album delivers intense metalcore brilliance and sets a high standard in the heavy music scene. Top News · May 17, 2024
Top new prog you really must hear from IZZ, MONO, Pijn, The Decemberists and more in Prog's Tracks Of The Week Cool new proggy sounds you really should check out from Coma Rossi, Returned To The Earth, worriedaboutsatan, Fernando Perdomo and more.. Louder · May 17, 2024
Guitar World · May 17, 2024 “I played what I could – I keep pushing myself because I believe in ‘no surrender’”: Judas Priest’s Glenn Tipton on defying Parkinson’s and his partnership with Richie Faulkner Metal God Glenn Tipton reveals the gear behind Judas Priest’s incendiary new album, Invincible Shield – and why he won’t be throwing in the towel any time soon
Guitar World · May 17, 2024 “I don’t play with all four of my fingers, because I attach two of my fingers together… It changes the feel of the whole thing”: Khruangbin’s Laura Lee explains how her lack of technical bass training works in her favor Khruangbin’s Laura Lee says a “limitation” in her technique led to Khruangbin's “fun and bouncy” basslines
Louder · May 17, 2024 Bon Jovi break out the talkbox for new single Living Proof and it could almost be 1986 all over again It's hotting up: Richie Sambora's also released a new single today
Louder · May 17, 2024 “A funny crossover of styles… interesting, but only partially successful”: Jon Anderson’s In The City Of Angels reissue Former Yes singer thinks his voice didn’t cross over to pop as well as Phil Collins’ did - but it’s strong enough on this 1988 title
Louder · May 17, 2024 “I took the tapes, left the studio and gave them to my heroin dealer.” Why Billy Idol blackmailed his own record company ahead of the release of Rebel Yell Don't mess with Billy Idol, you wouldn't like him when he's angry
Guitar World · May 17, 2024 James Hetfield is the undisputed master of metal rhythm guitar – and his downpicking will seriously test your abilities Get to grips with the Metallica frontman’s punishing palm-muting and chugging rhythms
Evening Standard · May 17, 2024 Sasha Keable on new music, coming out and what she’s listening to this Friday South London R&B star Sasha Keable is back after a three year hiatus and is addressing her sexuality for the first time. She curates this week’s Friday night playlist
The Independent UK · May 17, 2024 Dolly Parton’s niece says it’s ‘amazing’ to discover family’s Welsh roots Country music legend will apparently explore her Welsh roots in a 2025 documentary
Guitar World · May 17, 2024 “I love Alter Bridge, but more Myles Kennedy’s playing, rather than Mark Tremonti. Myles goes for the gross notes, which I really like”: Meet James Frankland, the classical-loving instrumentalist fusing Rachmaninoff and Guns N’ Roses Frankland is taking influences from all across the musical spectrum to forge a sound that is all his own. He unpacks his journey from 13-year-old rookie to debut album, Fate’s Right Hand
Metal Hammer · May 17, 2024 “The most bittersweet listening experience of the year cuts close to the bone.” Shellac's To All Trains is Steve Albini's epitaph, and it's as thrillingly intense, darkly amusing and pleasingly unsentimental as expected To All Trains, Shellac's first album in 10 years, is a worthy tribute to the force-of-nature that was Steve Albini
Louder · May 17, 2024 Dead & Company have kicked off their residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas: The show looks completely batshit That long and strange trip may have finally peaked