Black Sabbath legend Tony Iommi has come along from his humble beginnings in post-war Birmingham. His latest accomplishment is being made an MBE (Member Of The Most Excellent Order Of The British Empire) in the King's Birthday Honors for his services to music as well as charity.
Tony had this to say about the honor, "What an unbelievable honour to receive an MBE! Music has been my life and I've been very lucky to share this journey with many amazing people and fans, and I'm very grateful for all the support along the way. (continue)
(hennemusic) Metallica is streaming video of a performance of its 1986 classic, "Battery", from the first of two recent nights in Frankfurt, Germany. The band is also sharing video of a performance of the title track to "72 Seasons" from the first Frankfurt event.
The opening track from "Master Of Puppets" was featured during the group's 15 song-set at the city's Deutsche Bank Park, where they were joined by openers Gojira and Knocked Loose. (continue)
(hennemusic) Def Leppard are streaming a pro-shot live video of "Rejoice" from the band's 2026 Las Vegas residency. The footage of the band's newest single was filmed during the "Def Leppard Live At Caesars Palace: The Las Vegas Residency" series earlier this year.
"This song's been an amazing journey from concept to conclusion," says Joe Elliott. "I said to Phil [Collen] one day, 'I've got this idea for a lyric where the narrator is at absolute rock bottom and wants to rise up to a higher level. Do you have a musical piece that might match with that?' And he said, 'As it happens, yes I do.'" (continue)
(hennemusic) Motorhead are sharing a preview of the expanded 20th anniversary edition of its 2006 album, "Kiss Of Death", ahead of its release on July 3 via BMG.
The band are streaming a version of "Be My Baby" as captured live during a 2007 appearance at Lowlands Festival in Biddinghuizen, Netherlands; the full performance is featured in the 2026 set - available on vinyl for the first time, while the CD edition presents three additional bonus tracks. (continue)
Goose have released their brand new genre-bending sixth studio album, BIG MODERN!, along with a music video for the song "Good Times // End Times". Here is the official announcement:
BIG MODERN! is Goose's third full-length studio release in just over a year-a trio of records with a throughline that charts the band's musical and personal evolutions. Unlike the last two records, which included tracks spanning Goose's musical career, the world of BIG MODERN! is an offering rooted firmly in the moment. (continue)
Fit For A King have shared a brand new single entitled "Blood Pact". The song follows the release of the group's eighth studio album, "Lonely God", last summer.
"'Blood Pact' is a song that, unfortunately, has become more relevant as time goes on," explains vocalist Ryan Kirby. "It's about how the decisions of people in power affect the rest of us. And how as a human race, we face the reality of destruction, even when it's not the majority making the decision." (continue)
So Cal rockers Movements have delivered a visualizer video for their new single "Everything Is Fine". The track comes from their forthcoming album, "Happier Now", that will arrive on September 4 via Fearless Records.
From the announcement: Movements are known for discordant, angular post-hardcore but on the moody and mercurial "Everything Is Fine," the band shows off its ability craft the kind of beautiful melodies that linger for days and that directly request that you sing along. It's a cerebral and contemplative post-punk anthem. (continue)
Judah & The Lion will bring their new album I Am A Prism (out August 14 via Dualtone Records) across North America beginning September 17, with nearly 40 dates just announced including New York City (Webster Hall), Boston (Royale), Atlanta (Tabernacle), Austin (Emo's), Chicago (Riviera Theatre), Seattle (The Showbox), Los Angeles (The Fonda Theatre) and more, before wrapping with a Nashville homecoming at The Pinnacle on November 13.
Earlier this month, the band shared their first preview of the upcoming collection with rallying cry "Maybe The Best Is Now," which earned support on top playlists across platforms like Spotify's New Music Friday, Apple's New In Alternative and Amazon's Brand New Music. (continue)
The Revivalists have shared their emotional new single, "Get It Honest," available now via Concord Records.
The title track and musical centerpiece of their eagerly awaited new album sees frontman David Shaw looking back over the nearly two decades since he last had a drink, stirred in the middle of the night to write down some lines: "Well, I'm so bored, so bored of being sober/Maybe I'll go downtown, to some bar down on Decatur." It was the first time he'd ever had such a pre-dawn epiphany, the first time a song had ever arrived so urgently and simply. Shaw finished the song the next day, its verses drawing the battle lines between what he has been and can still become. (continue)
Circus Mind returns with Road Less Traveled, a 10-song, genre-defying album that has been unfolding one track at a time over the past year. The release brings the band's ambitious rollout full circle, culminating in the arrival of its electrifying title track, a high-energy retro power pop anthem that closes the journey on a triumphant note.
Over the past 12 months, Circus Mind introduced the project through a steady stream of singles, embracing a modern fan-forward approach to releasing music. Now assembled into a complete body of work. Like a three-ring circus in full swing, the album moves effortlessly between styles while maintaining a strong center ring: great songwriting. Each track feels like a different act, hook-driven, rhythmically adventurous, and full of unexpected turns, yet the collection holds together as a cohesive ride, balancing musical risk-taking with sharp, memorable craft. Circus Mind easily blends funk, soul, 70' rock, alternative, prog, NoLa Flavors, and island grooves into something both cohesive and wildly adventurous." (continue)
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