January Album History: The Big Releases From Each DayJanuary Album History: The Big Releases From Each DayJanuary is chock full of huge albums by Led Zeppelin, Exodus, Def Leppard, Megadeth and others. Here is a breakdown of the best titles released each day of the month. Rob CarrollRob Carroll
Best Hair Metal Era Ballad by 15 BandsBest Hair Metal Era Ballad by 15 BandsThere's way more substance here than haters would lead you to believe.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Albums Turning 40 in 2026Albums 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
Iconic LPs Turning 40 in 2026Iconic LPs Turning 40 in 2026Feeling old yet? Don't worry, these albums will keep you young.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
The Best Prog Song by 5 Hair Metal Bands - No, Really!The Best Prog Song by 5 Hair Metal Bands - No, Really!Approach these songs with an open mind and you'll be pleasantly surprised.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
17 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (Oct. 17-23, 2025)17 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (Oct. 17-23, 2025)Over the last seven days, we've got new tours featuring Foo Fighters, Iron Maiden, Bon Jovi and a wealth of new Rush reunion dates.Chad ChildersChad Childers
Jon Bon Jovi Is Selling His Nashville Bar for an Astronomical SumJon Bon Jovi Is Selling His Nashville Bar for an Astronomical SumYou're livin' on a prayer if you think you can afford it.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Ranked: 5 Best Hair Metal DrummersRanked: 5 Best Hair Metal DrummersThey hit hard and looked cool doing it.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Who Are the ‘Big 4′ of East Coast Hair Metal?Who Are the ‘Big 4′ of East Coast Hair Metal?They were defined by their tireless work ethic and defiant attitude.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Watch My Chemical Romance Cover Bon Jovi’s ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ at New Jersey Hometown ShowWatch My Chemical Romance Cover Bon Jovi’s ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ at New Jersey Hometown ShowThe emo-glam rockers also received the first-ever key to the city of Belleville.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Big 4 of Hair MetalBig 4 of Hair MetalThe label originated as a pejorative, but the subgenre still has its undisputed tentpole bands.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
21 Rock + Metal Artists Showing Patriotism21 Rock + Metal Artists Showing PatriotismSee photos of rock and metal artists showing patriotism by wearing the American flag onstage or sporting it in some other way.Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner