Mad About Rock

  The countdown to the release of MEGADETH’s final studio album continues with ‘I Don’t Care’ their latest single and video out today (November 14). Watch the video HERE  (or see below) and listen to the song HERE from the group’s self-titled album out January 23, 2026. The uncompromising metal titans teamed with director Keith J Leman for the video which mashes scenes of skate culture with dynamic band performance footage. MEGADETH leader DAVE MUSTAINE says about the anthemic ‘I Don’t Care’: “How many times have you wanted to say this to someone? I know you want to! Deep down inside, if we had the balls, we would tell more people ‘I don’t care’ more often.” Musically, MUSTAINE explains: “Part of the main riff in this track had been floating around in my head since we did TSTD&TD (The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!), so I was pumped to start recording ‘I Don’t Care’ for this LP. I really love the guitar nuances in the track. There is the main rhythm riff, next, a very d...

  Better Lovers celebrate the one-year anniversary of their blistering debut album, Highly Irresponsible, with today’s release of a deluxe edition featuring two new tracks: “The Impossible End” and “Don’t Forget To Say Please.” The expanded collection arrives via SharpTone Records and is available now on all streaming platforms and vinyl: https://bfan.link/highly-irresponsible-deluxe . Highly Responsible Deluxe Edition arrives as the band kicks off a new round of U.S. dates, including a stop at Warped Tour’s Orlando date, and culminating with the band’s annual Blissmas extravaganza on Dec. 13 at Buffalo RiverWorks. This year’s Blissmas features a stacked line-up including Glassjaw, Saves The Day, Terror, and more, plus the festival’s signature wrestling showcase. Tickets for all shows are on-sale now at Betterloversband.com . Tour dates: November 14 Athens, GA 40 Watt Club November 15 Jacksonville, FL The Albatross November 16 Orlando, FL Warped Tour November 18 Pensacola, F...

  London, UK, 12:00PM Friday 14 November 2025: Punk rock juggernauts The Offspring have today announced a huge outdoor show, taking place at London’s Crystal Palace Park on Sunday 28 June 2026. The legendary band will be joined on the day by special guests Dropkick Murphys, Pennywise, PUP and Destroy Boys. The Offspring say: “Nobody Rocks like the UK Rocks. This is gonna be a great day out” Sign up for the artist pre-sale starting at 9AM on Tuesday 18 November via www.offspring.com . Tickets go on general sale at 9AM Friday 21 November via www.ticketmaster.co.uk . Legends and innovators of the Southern California punk rock scene, The Offspring have sold millions of records, won countless awards and have toured consistently, playing more than 500 shows in the last decade alone. The lineup consists of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Dexter Holland, lead guitarist Noodles, bassist Todd Morse, drummer Brandon Pertzborn, and multi-instrumentalist Jonah Nimoy, their music has had a la...

  EDIT THE TIDE are on the rise and are loaded with their stunning new EP, 'The Space Between Seconds', out Friday 21st November. We exclusively checked in with the potent alt-metallers and asked the band to give us an exclusively track by track breakdown of the EP: ECHOES "The knowledge that we are such insignificant beings in such a vast universe poses the question “what is our purpose on Earth?”. Are we echoes of the past, will we ever truly know what’s out there or is there a meaning to the mixed-up chain of events we call life?" THE COST OF STANDING STILL "Corruption and austerity are now part of our daily lives whether we like it or not. Why are we wasting time fighting against each other when we should be standing together as one. It’s time for us to stop letting cynicism cloud our judgement and turn our focus to the real villains." Check out the new video 'The Cost Of Standing Still' that was released today 14/11/25: DANCING WITH SHADOWS ...

  Megadeth discuss brewing with Black Sheep Brewery, the craft behind Rattlehead, and why great beer needs harmony as much as great music. Beneath the low hum of amplifiers and the buzz of anticipation ahead of their performance, Megadeth took a different kind of stage. Hosted by Phil Alexander, Global Creative Director, Kerrang!, at the O2 InterContinental Hotel, Dave Mustaine and the band gathered with members of the press to talk taste, craftsmanship and the art of brewing. At the heart of the conversation on October 26 was Megadeth Beer Co., the band’s brand new beer, created in collaboration with Black Sheep Brewery. The partnership has already seen success with Rattlehead IPA, Rattlehead Pilsner and Rattlehead IPA Zero, now available in 450 Tesco stores across the UK & online at megadethbeer.com When the conversation turned to the process of brewing, Mustaine’s respect for the craft was clear: “You have a recipe that’s a quality recipe. Those brewers are the rock stars...

  Scottish heavy rockers The Tempilstiks are back with their second single, 'Number 1', following the release of their debut song 'Over and Over' as they gear up to release an EP early in 2026. The second single 'Number 1' is a stomping, gritty and defiant offering, its raw sound gives it an extra hefty edge and leaves you eager to hear more from them in the future! 'Number 1' is released 14th November 2025. Pre-save/listen to 'Number 1' here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thetempilstiks/number-1 Listen to their debut single 'Over and Over' here: https://ffm.to/thetempilstiks For more on The Tempilstiks: https://www.instagram.com/thetempilstiks https://www.tiktok.com/@the.tempilstiks https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574473101840

  UK electronicore heavyweights, Cabin Boy Jumped Ship, are back, and they're louder than ever. After three years of silence, the band erupts with a brand-new single that hits harder than a mosh pit in full swing. Chemicals blends the intensity of metalcore with the pulse of EDM, bringing together crushing riffs, enormous vocals and a bridge that will be stuck in your head for days. Maintaining that distinctive Cabin Boy Jumped Ship sound while nodding to modern metal artists like Bad Omens and Spiritbox, the single marks a powerful comeback and a bold new chapter for the band. Ready to enter a new era and armed with high-octane live shows, genre-fluid songwriting, and a fiercely loyal fanbase, Cabin Boy Jumped Ship are about to make their biggest impact yet. On new single Chemicals, Cabin Boy Jumped Ship, have this to say: “Chemicals is our first release since Sentiments (2022), exploring the natural chemistry in our brains that drives our emotions and connections. It’s about th...

  This Friday, (Nov 14th) Southern California band Of Mice & Men will release their new album Another Miracle via Century Media Records. Ahead of that they drop ‘ Flowers ’, the final single ahead of its arrival. The song, a heavy yet hopeful reflection on pain, healing, and inner growth, channels emotional weight into cathartic energy. It speaks to anyone who needs to feel seen and reminded to nurture what still blooms - a perfect song for fans of Of Mice & Men’s introspective metalcore. The video for ‘Flowers’ marks another collaboration with director Mike Matsui and they share, “We’re excited to share the video for our song ‘Flowers,’ which combines live and behind-the-scenes footage from recent festival appearances. It highlights the people who make all of this possible - our friends, our families, and our fans - and our gratitude for still being able to create and perform for them. That’s how we ‘feed the flowers,’ as the song says.” Listen to ‘Flowers’ here and w...

  All Points East and Outbreak Fest announce their major headliner for 2026: multi-platinum GRAMMY® Award-winning Sacramento band Deftones, who will be taking over Victoria Park on Sunday 23 August 2026. Tickets go on general sale on Friday 14 November 2025. Visit www.allpointseastfestival.com . With Outbreak Fest London making its All Points East debut, Deftones will be joined by an incredible list of artists on Sunday 23 August, including Idles, Amyl & The Sniffers, EsDeeKid, JPEGMAFIA, ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U, Basement, Wisp, Deafheaven and Show Me The Body. This summer’s inaugural London edition of Outbreak Fest, in association with LIDO Festival, brought a taste of hardcore to Victoria Park. Headliners Turnstile performed alongside the likes of Knocked Loose, SPEED, Glassjaw and many more, while artists such as Alex G, Danny Brown, Have A Nice Life and Model/Actriz laid the foundations for the festival’s genre-diverse inclinations. Deftones are set to headline the event followi...

  West Ham United and Iron Maiden have proudly collaborated to launch a new football shirt that celebrates the commemorative 50-year anniversaries of the Hammers’ 1975 FA Cup triumph and the formation of the world-famous band Iron Maiden. The new shirt, which is available to purchase now, is the latest product within the ‘Die With Your Boots On’ football clothing range. The Claret and Blue shirt is the next milestone in the 50th anniversary celebrations, which earlier this year saw Iron Maiden play an incredible sold-out concert at the Hammers’ home, London Stadium. Steve Harris, founder, bassist, and primary composer for the heavy metal band, is a lifelong Hammer and former youth player, and he was joined on stage by band mascot Eddie where both wore the shirt to the adoration of the 65,000 crowd in east London! Modelled by current West Ham stars including talisman and captain Jarrod Bowen, the shirt features the iconic 1975 Cup Final badge and the classic Claret & Blue pip...

  Britain’s energetic metallers, PREMIER JESTER, continue their meteoric rise with the release of their brand new single and video, 'Slow Dance'. Watch the video here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqhADo8rEzU Listen to the band at https://open.spotify.com/artist/4k5uMt8u8HbmXHzaVWJmnj Formed earlier this year, the rambunctious quintet have already carved out a name for themselves, amassing a fast-growing fanbase through a string of deeply engaging and genre-bending singles. Drawing inspiration from Electric Callboy, 3oh!3 and Lorna Shore, PREMIER JESTER blend the ferocity of modern metal with the high-energy pulse of the European electronicore scene. Expect biting riffs, tongue-in-cheek lyricism, crushing breakdowns, and ridiculously catchy hooks — all delivered with infectious, unfiltered joy. Now, the hard-hitting juggernauts are ready to drop Slow Dance, a track that further showcases their unique voice and playful take on heavy music. Co-vocalist Jimmy Martin shares i...

  Weds Nov 5th, London: Welsh ragga metal legends Skindred have today released their brand-new single ‘You Got This’ , accompanied by a brilliantly entertaining video .     The title track of their forthcoming ninth album, which has just been announced with a release date of April 17th via the legendary Earache Records, ‘You Got This’ is an instant Skindred classic, with Mikey Demus’s wrecking ball riffs bouncing through your head, as drummer Arya Goggin detonates a characteristically full-throttle rhythm. Meanwhile inimitable frontman Benji Webbe lurches between uncompromising toasting and delivering hooks like a heavyweight champion. The inspiration for the track came when gym-devotee Benji saw a man struggling to complete his exercises as he started his rehabilitation after a stroke. The personal trainer told him, “You got this,” and the mood completely lifted. “I was watching from a distance, and I could see the struggle and the pain, but in that moment, I knew he ...

  Finnish Folk Metal Superstars KORPIKLAANI have released a video for their cover of the popular ANTHRAX version of the Joe Jackson song 'Got The Time', which is streaming now on all platforms. Originally released in Finnish under the name 'Ennen' between KORPIKLAANI's most recent albums Jylhä (2021) and Rankarumpu (2024), you can now enjoy the English version as well. Be sure to catch KORPIKLAANI live on the remaining dates of this year or at HEIDENFEST 2026 with Finntroll, Heidevolk, Trollfest and The Dread Crew Of Oddwood. All dates below. LISTEN TO 'GOT THE TIME': https://korpiklaani.bfan.link/got-the-time WATCH THE VIDEO FOR 'GOT THE TIME': https://youtu.be/_jhjcckb-tc KORPIKLAANI LIVE: 27.11.2025 FI Helsinki, F:F:F – Formosa:Finland:Fest With Arctis: 28.11.2025 EE Tallinn, Helitehas 29.11.2025 LT Vilnius, Vakaris 30.11.2025 LV Riga, Spelet Concert Hall HEIDENFEST 2026 With Finntroll, Heidevolk, Trollfest & The Dread Crew Of Oddwood: 09.01...

  London modern metal band, URNE, – Joe Nally (bass, vocals), Angus Neyra (guitar), James Cook (drums) and Kurtis Bagley (guitar) –have released new single, ‘The Spirit, Alive’, taken from their forthcoming studio album, Setting Fire To The Sky.  “We are proud to present ‘The Spirit, Alive’, the third single from our upcoming album ‘Setting Fire To The Sky’”, Says Urne frontman, Joe Nally. “This was the very first track we started writing for Album 3. From the beginning, we knew we wanted this record to feel uplifting, this track became a gateway to that vision. This song is about hope, the human spirit, and a fire that never goes out - what better time to release it than Bonfire night?! Listen to this loud and keep the spirit alive!!” Watch ‘The Spirit, Alive’ , HERE. Setting Fire To The Sky, - due for release on January 30th via Spinefarm - whips up a firestorm of grit, swagger and grandiosity. Produced by SikTh co-vocalist Justin Hill, mixed by Johann Meyer (Silvercord Studio)...

  Monday 3 November 2025: Download Festival, the greatest rock and metal festival of all time, returns for its molten hot 23rd edition, reborn and recharged in 2026 as DLXXIII. Announced today are three monumental headliners, with their only UK shows in 2026 - Limp Bizkit, Guns N’ Roses and Linkin Park – with over 90 more colossal names spanning the full spectrum of rock, metal, punk, emo, hardcore, alternative and classic rock. This year’s festival will take place on 10-14 June 2026 at the spiritual home of rock in Donington Park, Leicestershire. Tickets onsale now at www.downloadfestival.co.uk . In 2026, Download XXIII will host a trio of legendary headliners: nu-metal icons Limp Bizkit – headlining Download for the very first time - on Friday, hard rock royalty Guns N’ Roses on Saturday and the mighty Linkin Park performing at Download for the first time since the band reformed in 2024 with lead singer Emily Armstrong. With this holy trinity of headliners and a mammoth undercar...

  Welsh heavyweights VIRTUE IN VAIN return to the fold with their engulfing new EP, Nothing Is All I Am, set for release on Friday 23rd January. The record is introduced by the band’s unstoppable new single and video, 'Blood Eyes', out now. Watch the video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOsk1DbFAzE Check out the band via - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ysLwiCUToDZJljLCmcINg Renowned for their unrelenting energy and emotionally charged performances, VIRTUE IN VAIN have carved out a fierce reputation across the UK’s heavy music scene. Their blistering live shows and thoughtful songwriting continue to captivate audiences, while each release tells a deeper story rooted in the struggles of the human condition. The band are now poised to complete a compelling trilogy of releases. It began with For All You Know Is The Mask I Wore, a meditation on identity loss. This was followed by Dusk // Dawn, which depicts a chaotic scenario of the worst possibly night one could have. Now ...

  Alkaline Trio marked Halloween with the release of new single “Surprise Surprise.” The third of the band’s current triptych of standalone 7-inch vinyl and digital singles, “Surprise Surprise” lives up to its name with one of the most sonically subdued and viscerally vulnerable performances in Alkaline Trio’s storied history. Trio singer and guitarist Matt Skiba said of the song, “‘Surprise Surprise’ was inspired by and written for a friend of mine who grew up poor and entrenched in gang life, only to become a Navy SEAL and eventually an astronaut. It’s his story, combined with my own thoughts regarding how a sort of alchemy takes place when someone takes the experiences of a bad situation and is able to turn them into something profound and beautiful. The rough sketch of the song had only verse and chorus parts but no bridge which was written by Dan in the studio. This song was the last one of the three we did in this session with Travis Barker and was even more of a collaboratio...