Dropkick Murphys

Alice in Chains, Asking Alexandria and Dropkick Murphys lead this week's new tour announcements, while Creed's 'Summer of 99 + Beyond' fest returns.

Several rock acts including NOFX, Ice Nine Kills and Pixies have dropped exclusive merch to raise money for those affected by the recent wildfire in California.

Will you be catching the Lzzy + Joe acoustic run, The Dropkick Murphys, The Linda Lindas or spending your concert dough on Sonic Temple or Tool's new festival?

Why did Dave Mustaine need a bulletproof vest to get out of Ireland? Why is Philip Anselmo wary of spandex pants? Watch this funniest tour stories video.

See who's playing where with which bands and how you can get tickets.

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See who's playing where, when and how you can get tickets.

There's no slowing down for these bands, who have been putting in the work on new music since the 21st Century began.

Fiercely faithful or creatively original, these covers caught our ears.

Because Christmas music needs more four-letter words.