Mad About Rock

  Tony Iommi, the legendary guitarist and driving musical force behind Black Sabbath’s garlanded career, releases his brand new album From The Dark today. Featuring vocalist Jorn Lande, who shares writing credits on all songs, as well as bassist Becky Baldwin and drummer Karl Brazil, it was co-produced by Tony and Mike Exeter, his long-time creative partner, co-writer, producer and audio engineer. Fans can also enjoy a brand new lyric video for the opening track, ‘Over The Violent Sun’, which has been released today – watch here https://youtu.be/29qMn20jRL8 From The Dark has been greeted with rave reviews and is an outstanding album that can lay claim to being one of the most exciting rock albums of 2026. Album Tracklisting: Over The Violent Sun Black Times World Alone Beyond The Dead Stormwatcher Death Wake Return Of The Arbalist Legacy Deluxe CD bonus tracksScent Of Dark Deified From The Dark is available in several deluxe vinyl and CD formats - order here https://tonyiommi.l...

  Italian metal icons LACUNA COIL have released a double single featuring a redux version of 'Fragile' (titled 'Fragile XX'), plus a remix of 'I Wish You Were Dead' by SWARM, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Karmacode. Combining their past and present history into one celebration of this milestone, 'Fragile' originally appeared on Karmacode while 'I Wish You Were Dead' is taken from the group's latest album, 2025's Sleepless Empire. Stream 'Fragile XX' and 'I Wish You Were Dead' (SWARM Remix):  here Watch the 'Fragile XX' official lyric video: LACUNA COIL's Andrea Ferro (vocals) comments: “'Fragile' has always been a live favorite, it was actually one of the very first songs we debuted on stage even before Karmacode was released 20 years ago. Its message of accepting life's vulnerability, never surrendering though we live in a fragile circle that is often breached, is one that we still relate ...

  Brighton pop-punk five-piece LOOK WHAT HAPPENED have revealed their brand new single and video, Make It Real. Watch the video here:   The track is lifted from their new EP, Weak Minds For The Weekend, on Friday 30th October.  Listen to the band on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/artist/7gJifCO4Qr4zpiqvXTHAtb   Formed in Brighton at the start of 2024, LOOK WHAT HAPPENED are Jamie Walker (Vocals), Ryan Hancock (Guitar), Billy-Joe Clark (Guitar), Joshua Taylor (Bass), and Jack Lowe (Drums). Their sound comes from the pop punk they grew up with, drawing on blink-182, New Found Glory, Paramore, Lagwagon, Yellowcard, Stand Atlantic and A Loss For Words. Their forthcoming EP has already picked up the support of Devolution Magazine, while the new single, Make It Real, has earned praise from BSB TV, Total Rock, and Primordial Radio. They've also received BBC Introducing airplay for the tracks, Deadweight, and Burn In Hell, alongside regular plays on Amazing Radio. On ...

UK metallers FAIL THE ENEMY return with a heavier, synth-driven sound on their engrossing new single and video, 'Drowning Deep', out now. Watch the video here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c14yTreyr4o Listen to the band on Spotify here – https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dpWoATZA8JQULzO82q9uA  The track is lifted from their upcoming EP, 'Sandcastles', arriving on Friday 9th October. With the band gathering momentum, we exclusively asked which tracks that have greatly inspired their sound ahead of their upcoming EP: Depeche Mode - Enjoy The Silence Elliot: "This song has been a staple in my life for as long as I can remember. What I love about it is the simplicity of it. It has a basic structure but it constantly remains interesting throughout. I also love how it seems to have been written to play live. It’s one of the best live tracks ever and the main riff is so iconic that as soon as that kicks in, everyone goes mad. I also love how the synths sound emotio...

  SLIPKNOT have announced their (sic)est Stadium Tour, crossing the globe Summer 2027. The tour, produced by Live Nation, launches July 3 at London’s historic Wembley Stadium connected by EE, in a UK and Europe exclusive. On July 16, Slipknot touch down in D.C.’s Nationals Park to kick off their North American jaunt, which includes performances at Citi Field in Queens, New York, Chicago’s Soldier Field, Boston’s Fenway Park, Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park and more. The tour wraps with five South American performances in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Colombia. Featuring a brand new set, new staging and a setlist spanning across their career, these shows will be the ultimate Slipknot experience to date. The band are joined by Bring Me The Horizon as direct support on all North American dates with a rotation of special guests along the way including: Acid Bath, Lamb of God, Motionless In White, Lorna Shore, Kublai Khan TX, Polyphia, Loathe, and Vende...

  Brighton rock trio BELA FOOL have released their new single and video, Up To Me, out now, followed by their debut EP, Fool Me Once, on Friday 2nd October. The releases introduce BELA FOOL’s world of sharp contrasts, loud guitars, and human contradictions, taking an honest, reflective look at personal relationships, obsession, and the patterns we fall into. Blending vivid narrative songwriting with engaging melodies, the record pairs thoughtful storytelling with memorable hooks, exploring real-world events and everyday emotional friction with nuance and heart. We spoke exclusively with the band, and they offered up this track-by-track run-through of the debut EP: 'Up To Me': "Captures the emotional exhaustion of a relationship built on constant complaint and zero change. Through endless conversations that lead nowhere, it reflects the frustration of knowing nothing will improve when accountability is constantly shifted elsewhere." 'The Ballad of Billy Jesus...

  UK alt-rock crew THE BITTER PILLS are set to release their self-titled debut album on Friday 25th September, fuelled by heavy riffs, raw intensity and relentless energy. Ahead of the album, the band have released 'Bad Monday', a raucous new single with a sharp, fuzzy bite, out now. Watch the new official video, here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wie8OmEgdQ8 Listen to the band at - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3oGeoVZPLQbH1bdsRumrIt Driven by heavy guitars, pounding drums and infectious energy, Bad Monday combines big riffs with a rougher, more immediate edge. The track captures the intensity of the band's live performances while retaining the thoughtful songwriting running throughout the album. Formed in Eastbourne by guitarist and vocalist Nico Sc’erri, THE BITTER PILLS took their final shape when drummer Chris Cooper joined in 2023. Although relatively new, the pair have known each other for over a decade, first meeting as teenagers and spending years writing, ...