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“My wife brought the phone out and thought it was a prank call from Maynard from Tool! Nope – it was actually Lars!”: This is what it’s like to audition for Metallica –and not get the job

Metallica’s line-up could have looked very different today if Robert Trujillo hadn’t got the job

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"She was not a Rush fan." Geddy Lee on Anika Nilles, who will attempt to fill the very big shoes of Neil Peart

Geddy Lee says new Rush drummer Anika Nilles did not grow up a fan of the band – but she is shining in the role

Louder

Bad Bunny didn’t miss the Billboard Latin Music Awards, he was the top winner

His presence had remained a mystery, but Bad Bunny was there in person Thursday night to receive all the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards that were handed to him, including the special Billboard Top Latin Artist of the 21st Century Award

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“Apparently it had been modded by Dumble. I plugged it into one of my single 12 cabs, put a mic on it, and it just sounded incredible”: How Robert Jon & the Wreck were living the dream – sleeping at the studio, firing up Holy Grail amps, and chasing tone

Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes is an old-school joint. Robert Jon Burrison and HenryJames Schneekluth were holed up at Dave Cobb's studio, full immersion, and the results are clear to hear

Guitar World

Lily Allen Names Woman David Harbour 'Cheated' With, Shocking Fans Worldwide

Lily Allen publicly names the woman she claims David Harbour cheated with, sparking outrage and reigniting interest ahead of her new album comeback.

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Miguel's 'CAOS,' fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade

R&B superstar Miguel is back with his latest album, “CAOS,” out now after a nearly decadelong hiatus, calling it his most “angry” project to date

The Independent UK

“I feel like I got jerked at the Grammys. I don’t understand how they get best new artist." From 50 Cent invading the stage to Eminem still grumbling about it years later, the story behind Evanescence's chaotic first big awards win

Evanescence's Best New Artist win at the 2004 Grammys was well deserved - but fellow nominee 50 Cent and his hip hop pals were not happy

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The Disturbing Reasons Stars Like David Bowie and Kanye West Romanticize Nazi Propaganda

An evidence-based exploration of why prominent musicians have romanticised Nazi imagery and leaders — from David Bowie's 1976 remarks to Kanye West's 2022 Infowars praise — analysing aesthetics, provocation, mental health and institutional accountability.

International Business Times UK

“I Was Not Ready”: Lily Allen Seemingly Reveals What Really Happened With David Harbour

"I don’t know if I can still be a fan of David’s after that."

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One half of the synth-pop duo Soft Cell best known for its No 1 single Tainted Love

The Guardian - UK

“It’s very simply the best guitar you can buy today”: Eddie Van Halen’s Kramer Ad guitar sells for $2,734,000 at auction

The eye-watering price tag makes it the sixth most expensive guitar ever sold publicly

Guitar World

Jon Bon Jovi talks first tour since vocal cord surgery, new album and Bruce Springsteen

Bon Jovi will embark on their first tour in four years in 2026

The Independent UK

Dave: The Boy Who Played the Harp review – it’s clearer than ever what a stunningly skilled rapper he is

Returning with his first album in four years, the arena-filling UK rapper is still such a smart, sharp lyricist as he explores a series of existential crises

The Guardian - UK

“Randy tells me that you’re the guy, and we just auditioned a bunch of hacks”: How Rudy Sarzo said no to Sharon Osbourne and still got the Ozzy gig – with a little help from Randy Rhoads

The former Quiet Riot and Ozzy bassist recalls how he turned down the offer of an audition, immediately regretted it, and got the second chance of all second chances

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The Independent UK

Original Kiss bandmates reunite at Ace Frehley’s memorial

Frehley died last week after suffering a fall at home in September

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“I had no idea it would be such a catastrophic event in people’s lives!" How leaving Iron Maiden, A Nightmare On Elm Street and the acoustic album that never was led Bruce Dickinson to write Tears Of The Dragon

Tasked with kicking his solo career off for real, Bruce Dickinson produced one of the 90s' greatest metal power ballads

Guitar World

“It sounded like an ice pick. I thought he was gonna laugh. He looks up and goes, ‘It’s pretty awesome.’ I thought, ‘Is it?! It sounds terrible to me’”: Why Joe Walsh’s distinct taste in amps took Tom Bukovac by surprise

The on-stage sound seemed harsh to the ears, but Bukovac soon came around to the Eagles legend's go-to amp tones

Guitar World

“Liam goes to his dressing room and picks up a guitar, comes back and starts throwing it around like an axe”: The Gibson ES-355 that broke up in Oasis in 2009 has sold at auction – but the Wonderwall acoustic failed to sell

The two guitars, tied to the highs and lows of the band’s career, hit the auction block with mixed results

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Cool new proggy sounds you must hear from Charlotte Wessels, Leprous, Hällas and more in Prog's Tracks Of The Week

Ace new prog from Altesia, Daniel Vincent Holosoil and All India Radio and more in this week's Tracks Of The Week

Metal Hammer

The 12 best new metal songs you need to hear right now

Puscifer, Bad Omens and Poppy are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite!

Evening Standard

Jon Bon Jovi says ‘fabulous’ Tube is much better than New York’s subway

The Bon Jovi frontman spoke at a press conference at Wembley Stadium following the release of the groups latest album, Forever (Legendary Edition).

MusicRadar

“I remember sitting down with Roger and saying, ‘Roger, this is insane!’”: The strange lost album that Pink Floyd abandoned in 1975

Only two tracks have ever been heard from what could have been Pink Floyd's most divisive record

Metal Hammer

“I told him, ‘This is only a small town, we don’t have the infrastructure for an artist like you!’”: Why Iron Maiden’s Steve Harris was turned down after asking to play power metal stars Sabaton’s hometown festival

In 2017, Steve Harris’ British Lion performed at Sabaton Open Air – but not without the Maiden man convincing the band in charge first

Evening Standard

Jon Bon Jovi says Oasis reunion has helped 'keep rock alive' after announcing 2026 stadium tour

The frontman praised Oasis for reigniting rock’s appeal while announcing Bon Jovi’s first world tour since his vocal cord surgery - and revealed his new granddaughter will be in the crowd

The Independent UK

Samara Joy reflects on her Grammy wins and the creative journey behind 'Portrait'

Samara Joy’s voice transports listeners to the early jazz clubs, evoking legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan

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