Kansas frontman Ronnie Platt is proving he’s got the heart of a rock warrior, delivering an inspiring health update after undergoing surgery for thyroid cancer. With a successful operation behind him, he’s already looking ahead to hitting the stage and getting back to what he does best—bringing fans the music that moves their souls.
Hair metal gets a bad rap for being all glitz, no grit. But beneath the teased hair and neon spandex, some of the biggest names in the genre packed serious firepower. These 11 bands proved that beneath the pop hooks and party anthems, they could throw down some of the heaviest tracks of their careers.
It was the year of neon, synthesizers, and hair so big it could defy gravity. But 1985 also gave us some of the most legendary tracks in rock, new wave, and hair metal history. From the stadium-sized anthems of Bruce Springsteen to the gloomy brilliance of The Cure, let’s take a trip back to a year when music was at its absolute peak.
Rock titans SHINEDOWN are gearing up for a whirlwind 2025 with the announcement of their eighth studio album, expected to drop in late July or early August. With two blazing singles, Dance, Kid, Dance and Three Six Five, already making waves, the band is proving why they dominate the rock charts. Plus, a massive U.S. tour and a goal to perform on all seven continents in 2026? Buckle up, Shinedown Nation—this ride is just getting started!
Billy Idol isn’t slowing down—he’s gearing up. With a new concept album, Dream Into It, dropping in April, a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination, and a summer tour with Joan Jett, the punk rock legend is proving he’s still got the fire. In an exclusive chat, Idol reflects on his move to America, his groundbreaking Cyberpunk album, and why collaborating with rock’s next-gen stars like Avril Lavigne is “wild.”
Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons just turned a jam session into a full-fledged project, recording ten songs together in a flash. With KISS lineage running through their veins, the rock heirs teased fans with a clip featuring an original track—and their legendary dads are already hyped. But don’t expect a KISS sequel—Evan made it clear: “Do I wanna put the makeup on and be ‘Baby Paul’? F*** no.”
Ex-Megadeth bassist David Ellefson spills the tea on songwriting splits, money battles, and his rocky relationship with Dave Mustaine. From behind-the-scenes band politics to a legal throwdown, Ellefson sets the record straight on what really went down in Megadeth.
From Led Zeppelin’s unprecedented contract to Prince’s battle for his masters, the music industry has seen its fair share of legendary legal battles. Artists have fought tooth and nail for creative control, fair royalties, and against corporate greed. These aren’t just courtroom dramas—they’re the stories of rebellion, justice, and rock ‘n’ roll defiance.
Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath opens up about the band’s unwavering political stance, the growing threat of the radical right, and why punk has always been about rejecting hate. With their latest single “Nod” out now and a new album on the horizon, the band is doubling down on their mission of resistance.
The legendary 1972 concert film Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII is making its triumphant return to theaters this spring with a 4K restoration and enhanced audio mix by Steven Wilson. The film will hit IMAX and cinemas worldwide on April 24, with an accompanying live album release on May 2.
