The musical zeitgeist is constantly in flux and ever-evolving. Many a band sink beneath the whims of its ebbs and flows. One-hit wonders and even iconic bands that are intrinsically linked to the ...

Big hair, big sounds, and big albums that have stood the test of time — these are the most collected album by 11 big '80s metal bands (on Discogs). Here is a look at 11 big '80s metal bands' most ...

We use the terms “legend” and “icon” to describe influential musicians. And there are some years in music history where it almost feels as though something supernatural has taken place. If somewhere ...

The heavy metal world lost one of its biggest influences 21 years ago, but fans continue to honor his legacy. 'Dimebag' ...

For some, the 1980s were about neon and new wave, yacht rock and wine coolers, wide lapels and pristine pop. For others, the decade is remembered as a time to don a battle jacket, throw up the horns, ...

Layers of leather and spandex, teased hair, and made-up faces were part of de rigueur during the ’80s hair metal scene. I Wanna Rock: The ’80s Metal Dream, a three-part docu-series premiering on ...

After the precedent was set for heavy metal in the 1970s, the 1980s elevated the genre to the next level as some legendary bands released 10/10 no-skip albums. While the decade was known for musicians ...

SALISBURY, United Kingdom — Paul Di’Anno, who was the original lead singer for the heavy metal band Iron Maiden, has died at the age of 66. A statement from Conquest Music says Di’Anno died at his ...

LAS VEGAS — Kevin Dubrow, lead singer for the 1980s heavy metal band Quiet Riot that scored a hit with “Cum on Feel the Noize,” was found dead in a Las Vegas home. He was 52. The cause was not ...

Take a trip back in time and soar high with Eaglewing on its fearless flight into the new wave of heavy metal mayhem. These guys look and sound straight from the early-1980s heavy metal scene, ...

Mesa/Boogie has released the holy grail Mark IIC++ as a production model, putting the ultra-rare custom amp head within reach of regular players for the first time in its history. In the world of ...

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