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Michael Thomas

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Michael Thomas is a music historian obsessed with the '70s and '80s rock scene. He collects vinyl and argues about Led Zeppelin daily.
13 April

“IT WAS PRETTY HEAVY FOR THEN”: JOHN LENNON CALLED ‘TICKET TO RIDE’ THE BEATLES’ FIRST HEAVY METAL RECORD

  • byMichael Thomas
lennon
The The Beatles are rarely associated with heavy metal. Their legacy is rooted in pop, rock, and psychedelic…
13 April

Watch: Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Meets Deep Purple in Heartfelt Fan Moment

  • byMichael Thomas
When members of the legendary British rock band Deep Purple arrived in Tokyo in April 2026, they were…
13 April

Watch: Alice Cooper Surprises Fans With Nirvana’s ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ at Coopstock in Phoenix

  • byMichael Thomas
Alice Cooper delivered a surprise moment during his annual Coopstock event in Phoenix when he performed a cover…
12 April

WATCH: Nine Inch Noize perform for the first time at Coachella

  • byMichael Thomas
Nine Inch Noize — the collaboration between Nine Inch Nails and Boys Noize — made their official live…
12 April

Kip Winger Opens Door for Winger Reunion Shows in New “Never Say Never” Statement

  • byMichael Thomas
Kip Winger has addressed the current status of Winger and the possibility of future live performances, making it…
12 April

Watch: Paul Stanley Performs ‘Detroit Rock City’ at Indy KISS Fan Expo 2026

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul Stanley
Paul Stanley surprised fans with a rare live performance Saturday night at the Indy KISS Expo in Plainfield,…
12 April

JAY WEINBERG ON HIS 2023 SLIPKNOT FIRING: “MAYBE I BECAME A SCAPEGOAT”

  • byMichael Thomas
Former Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg has spoken in depth for the first time about the circumstances surrounding his…
11 April

Watch: Triumph Kicks Off ‘Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded’ 50th-Anniversary Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
Legendary Canadian rock trio Triumph officially kicked off their long-awaited 50th-anniversary tour on April 10, 2026, at Hard…
11 April

WATCH: David Lee Roth Makes Surprise Coachella Appearance Performing ‘Jump’ With Teddy Swims

  • byMichael Thomas
David Lee Roth made a surprise appearance at the 2026 edition of Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival,…
10 April

The Rolling Stones Tease New Track Under Mysterious Name “The Cockroaches” Set for Release Tomorrow Morning

  • byMichael Thomas
mick n keith
The Rolling Stones are reportedly set to release a brand-new song tomorrow morning, marking the first official preview…
10 April

Nine Inch Nails and Boys Noize Announce Joint Project Nine Inch Noize Set for Release April 17

  • byMichael Thomas
Industrial rock pioneers Nine Inch Nails have announced a new collaborative project with electronic producer Boys Noize. The…
10 April

Yes Announce Their 24th Studio Album Aurora, Share New Title Track

  • byMichael Thomas
Progressive rock legends Yes have announced their 24th studio album, titled Aurora, and released the album’s title track…
10 April

Evanescence Announce Sixth Studio Album ‘Sanctuary’ — Out June 5, With New Single and Three Years of Work Behind It

  • byMichael Thomas
The wait is officially over. Evanescence have announced their sixth studio album, Sanctuary, set for release on June…
10 April

Ted Nugent Blasts Gen Z For Being Soft Says “These Kids Need to Be Stripped Naked and Thrown Into the Wilderness Without Anything”

  • byMichael Thomas
ted nugent
Rock guitarist Ted Nugent sparked controversy after criticizing Generation Z during a recent appearance on Newsmax, arguing that…
10 April

Jack White Announces 2026 World Tour Across North America and Europe

  • byMichael Thomas
After months of speculation and a handful of surprise performances, Jack White has officially announced a major 2026…
09 April

Listen to the Eagles’ Rare Version of ‘Lyin’ Eyes’ From the Studio Vault

  • byMichael Thomas
Glenn Frey
In the mid-1970s, the Eagles were already becoming one of the biggest bands in America. Their blend of…
09 April

Rush Duo Reveal Why They Avoided Hiring a Celebrity Prog Drummer for Reunion Shows

  • byMichael Thomas
After years away from the stage together, the surviving members of Rush have carefully considered how to honor…
09 April

Paul McCartney to Close Out Saturday Night Live Season 51 as Musical Guest

  • byMichael Thomas
Paul McCartney
Music legend Paul McCartney is set to return to the stage of Saturday Night Live once again, adding…
09 April

Pink Floyd Set to Release Rare Extended Version of a ’70s Favorite on New Compilation

  • byMichael Thomas
david gilmour
More than five decades after redefining progressive rock, Pink Floyd’s music continues to reveal hidden corners of its…
08 April

“I Couldn’t Represent That”: The Honest Reason David Bowie Said He Couldn’t Be An Artist like Bruce Springsteen

  • byMichael Thomas
David Bowie
It’s a quote that lands with the quiet confidence of a man who had thought about it deeply…
08 April

“I Don’t Care How Good the Guitar Is — Those Songs Are Sh*t”: James Hetfield Blasts Guns N’ Roses Music

  • byMichael Thomas
james hetfield
During the height of thrash metal’s rise in the 1980s, the members of Metallica were known for their…
08 April

Why Don Henley Says This Album Is “One of the Most Important Ever Recorded”???

  • byMichael Thomas
henley
For decades, Don Henley has spoken about the music that shaped him — the records that didn’t just…
07 April

Twisted Sister Announces First 2026 Tour Dates With Sebastian Bach

  • byMichael Thomas
Twisted Sister are preparing to return to the stage in 2026, but the reunion will come with a…
07 April

Hear Ratt’s Stephen Pearcy Perform ‘I Need U’ From His New Solo Album

  • byMichael Thomas
Stephen Pearcy has released a new single titled “I Need U,” giving fans a glimpse into the veteran…
07 April

“Neil Is Always With Us”: Rush Explain How Their Reunion Shows Will Pay Tribute to Neil Peart

  • byMichael Thomas
Neil Peart
More than a decade after their final tour and five years after the death of their legendary drummer,…
06 April

Jack White and Jack Black Rock SNL: From Parodying ‘Seven Nation Army’ to Debuting New Singles

  • byMichael Thomas
On April 4, 2026, Jack Black and Jack White teamed up for one of the most talked‑about episodes…
06 April

“No One Stopped Him”: Neal Schon Fires Back After Arnel Pineda’s Journey Final Tour drama

  • byMichael Thomas
Journey guitarist Neal Schon has responded to recent comments from the band’s singer Arnel Pineda after reports surfaced…
06 April

Mike Shinoda Slams AI-Generated Nu-Metal: “I Will Never Compromise Chester’s Legacy for a Quick Trend”

  • byMichael Thomas
chester
The rise of artificial intelligence in music has sparked heated debates across the industry, but for Mike Shinoda,…
06 April

“He doesn’t need all the gimmicks to be recognised” — Ozzy on why mick jagger is one of the best frontman ever

  • byMichael Thomas
Ozzy osbourne
Throughout rock history, few frontmen have commanded the stage with the same swagger and longevity as Mick Jagger.…
06 April

Watch Guns N’ Roses perform ‘Bad Apples’ Live for the First Time Since 1991

  • byMichael Thomas
Guns N’ Roses delivered a major surprise to fans during their 2026 tour when they brought back a…
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