The ‘Big 4′ Bands of ’80s MetalThe ‘Big 4′ Bands of ’80s MetalOur picks for the 'Big 4' bands and artists that represent 1980s metal are Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden and Metallica.Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner
The Big Albums Released Each Day in MarchThe Big Albums Released Each Day in MarchDo you share a birthday with any of these big rock and metal albums?Rob CarrollRob Carroll
Louder Than Life 2026 Lineup Revealed — Nearly 200 Bands AnnouncedLouder Than Life 2026 Lineup Revealed — Nearly 200 Bands AnnouncedSee who will be joining Iron Maiden, Limp Bizkit, Tool and My Chemical Romance on the Louder Than Life 2026 bill.Chad ChildersChad Childers
Iron Maiden Announce Massive Eddfest Event to Mark 50th AnniversaryIron Maiden Announce Massive Eddfest Event to Mark 50th AnniversaryGet details on Eddfest, Iron Maiden's lone show scheduled for 2026 where they will be celebrating their 50th anniversary.Chad ChildersChad Childers
The Best Metal Album of Each Year Since 1970The Best Metal Album of Each Year Since 1970Over 50 years of metal's best!Loudwire StaffLoudwire Staff
Your 2026 Tour Guide - Catch Up!Your 2026 Tour Guide - Catch Up!Here are the rock and metal bands touring in 2026, when they're on the road and how to get tickets. We update this guide on a regular basis.Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner
2025's 15 Biggest + Best Tours2025's 15 Biggest + Best ToursFrom unexpected returns to massive album anniversary celebrations, these were the concert tours everyone was talking about in 2025. Rob CarrollRob Carroll
Two Metal Bands Rank Among the 25 Biggest Touring Acts of the MillenniumTwo Metal Bands Rank Among the 25 Biggest Touring Acts of the MillenniumWhile only two metal acts made it, the rock world is represented by a wealth of acts amongst the Top 25 touring acts since 2001.Chad ChildersChad Childers
Iron Maiden Announce Support Acts for 2026 European Tour DatesIron Maiden Announce Support Acts for 2026 European Tour DatesSome of these acts will join them in North America as well, while others are specific to Europe.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Bands Whose Leader Isn't the Lead SingerBands Whose Leader Isn't the Lead SingerThe singer of a band tends to be the focal point, but in these bands, the real leader behind the scenes is someone other than the vocalist.Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner