31 Rock + Metal Albums Turning 40 in 202631 Rock + Metal Albums Turning 40 in 2026The hair metal era exploded in a big way while some classic rock and thrash favorites were still going strong in 1986.Chad ChildersChad Childers
The Best Cover Song By 11 Big Thrash Metal BandsThe Best Cover Song By 11 Big Thrash Metal BandsBreaking down the biggest (and sometimes silliest) covers from Metallica, Anthrax, Exodus and other major thrash metal acts.Rob CarrollRob Carroll
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9 Rock + Metal Albums That Would Make SICK Horror Movies9 Rock + Metal Albums That Would Make SICK Horror MoviesSome rock and metal albums tell stories — these would make absolutely sick horror movies if they were adapted into films.Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner
How Slayer's Dave Lombardo Inspired Cypress Hill's Sen DogHow Slayer's Dave Lombardo Inspired Cypress Hill's Sen DogWhen a high school lunch concert leaves a mark, you know it’s something special. Here's how that moment helped shape two music legends.Rob CarrollRob Carroll
Biggest Rock + Metal Albums Released Each Day in October HistoryBiggest Rock + Metal Albums Released Each Day in October HistorySome of the most beloved albums from Slayer, Deftones and Green Day were all released in October. Here is a look at the best from each day. Rob CarrollRob Carroll
8 Big Things That Happened at Louder Than Life 20258 Big Things That Happened at Louder Than Life 2025Which acts were moving the needle with their performances at the 2025 Louder Than Life festival? See all the big happenings inside.Chad ChildersChad Childers
Gravesites and Headstone Inscriptions for 13 Rock + Metal LegendsGravesites and Headstone Inscriptions for 13 Rock + Metal LegendsThe iconic words left as a remembrance of 13 late rock and metal legends including Ronnie James Dio, Chris Cornell and others. Rob CarrollRob Carroll
The Rare Times Rock + Metal Bands Have Swapped MusiciansThe Rare Times Rock + Metal Bands Have Swapped MusiciansFollowing the news of Josh Freese and Ilan Rubin switching places in Nine Inch Nails and Foo Fighters, we look at other times where bands swapped musicians. Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner
Biggest Rock + Metal Albums Released Each Day in August HistoryBiggest Rock + Metal Albums Released Each Day in August HistorySome of the most beloved albums from Metallica, Pearl Jam and Black Sabbath were all released in August. Here is a look at the best from each day. Rob CarrollRob Carroll