Heavy Metal
Dave Mustaine Says Megadeth’s Farewell Tour Will Last “Three to Five Years”
The frontman reveals the farewell outing may last until he's 70 years old. Dave Mustaine Says Megadeth’s Farewell Tour Will Last “Three to Five Years” Spencer Kaufman
Hanabie. Announce 2026 North American Tour
The new string of shows will see the act perform 21 dates, with Nekrogoblikon and Enterprise Earth joining as support. Hanabie. Announce 2026 North American Tour Jonah Krueger
Death Metal Singer Ignacia Fernández Wins Miss World Chile Pageant
The extreme metal singer will now compete in the overall Miss World competition next year. Death Metal Singer Ignacia Fernández Wins Miss World Chile Pageant Spencer Kaufman
Kerry King Picks Metallica Over Megadeth: “Metallica Has a Singer. Sorry, Dave!”
Slayer’s Kerry King was asked to choose between two of his fellow “Big 4” thrash-metal bands, and not only did the guitarist pick Metallica over Megadeth, he worked in a zinger about Dave Mustaine’s vocal abilities. At the end of an interview with host Vanessa B of the YouTube series Reigning TV, King and Mark […] Kerry King Picks Metallica Over Megadeth: “Metallica Has a Singer. Sorry, Dave!” Spencer Kaufman
Headbangers Boat 2026 Lineup: Lamb of God, Zakk Sabbath, In Flames, GWAR
The Dillinger Escape Plan, The Haunted, D.R.I., and more are also set to perform on the metalhead cruise. Headbangers Boat 2026 Lineup: Lamb of God, Zakk Sabbath, In Flames, and GWAR Spencer Kaufman
Helloween Announce 2026 North American 40th Anniversary Tour
The German power-metal band will embark on a stateside run beginning in April. Helloween Announce 2026 North American 40th Anniversary Tour Spencer Kaufman
Tony Iommi Gives Surprise Performance at Black Sabbath Ballet in London
The Black Sabbath legend played the "Paranoid" guitar solo at the London performance. Tony Iommi Gives Surprise Performance at Black Sabbath Ballet in London: Watch Spencer Kaufman
Testament Unleash Cover of “Seek & Destroy” from Metallica Tribute Album
No Life ‘Til Leather – A Tribute to Metallica’s Kill ‘Em All is out November 21st. Testament Unleash Cover of “Seek & Destroy” from Upcoming Metallica Tribute Album: Stream Jon Hadusek
Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s First Female Prime Minister, Is a Heavy Metal Drummer
A longtime heavy metal fan, Takaichi still plays the drums to relieve stress. Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s First Female Prime Minister, Is a Heavy Metal Drummer Jon Hadusek
Ghost’s Tobias Forge Recalls Terrifying Panic Attack Onstage: “Get the Mask Off!”
The scare has led Forge to rethinking his approach to performing at unfamiliar venues. Ghost’s Tobias Forge Recalls Terrifying Panic Attack Onstage: “Get the Mask Off!” Jon Hadusek
Rancid Unleash Cover of Motörhead’s “Sex and Death”
Another cut off the Motörhead punk tribute album arriving October 31st. Rancid Unleash Cover of Motörhead’s “Sex and Death”: Stream Jon Hadusek
Mayor Bans Disturbed’s Belgium Show Over Safety Risks Surrounding David Draiman’s Support of Israel
Photos of Draiman signing IDF missiles apparently had a major influence on the decision. Mayor Bans Disturbed’s Belgium Show Over Safety Risks Surrounding David Draiman’s Support of Israel Heavy Consequence Staff
