Heavy metal

William Shatner debuted his new heavy metal band, The *uckers, during a performance at Chicago’s Riot Fest on September 19.

Metallica has confirmed a new leg of North American stadium dates for their M72 world tour, scheduled to run from May to June 2027 with support from Limp Bizkit and Avatar.

Megadeth leader Dave Mustaine has identified four bands he considers a "new" alternative to the original "Big Four" of thrash metal during a recent interview with Ocko TV's Moshpit.

The first-ever authorized feature-length documentary on Def Leppard, titled "Long Live Def Leppard," is scheduled for a North American theatrical release in early 2027 via Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk.

During Iron Maiden's August 29 concert in Toronto, frontman Bruce Dickinson pointedly referred to Lake Ontario by its traditional name, defying a recent U.S. executive order renaming it.

British heavy metal legends Iron Maiden kicked off the North American leg of their "Run For Your Lives" world tour with sold-out shows at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena on August 29, 2026.

Bad Wolves have withdrawn from their upcoming fall tour with Skillet after the band’s new vocalist, Sara "Killboy" Skinner, reportedly faced targeted harassment from Skillet's fanbase.

Ghost has announced the 2 Big To Rig (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) will be released on August 27, following the worldwide theatrical debut of their concert film on August 26.

Buckcherry members and crew are safe following a fatal multi-vehicle accident involving their tour bus on Interstate 26 in South Carolina early Friday morning, August 21, 2026.

Connie Burton, the sister of late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, has passed away. Her death occurred earlier this week, following the launch of a medical fundraiser to assist her in late June.