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Die Toten Hosen in Munich — a Fantastic Farewell on Hans-Jochen-Vogel-Platz
Concert report — on 8 July 2026 Die Toten Hosen played Munich's Olympiapark on their "Trink aus, wir müssen gehen" tour. For the first time not inside the stadium, but in front of it. Support: Pascow and Donots.
Michael Sweet on Metallica — Not My Style of Metal, I'd Rather Listen to Judas Priest
The Stryper singer pays respect to the biggest metal band in the world while making it plain that they do nothing for him. He listens to Pantera more often, too — and he knows the take will annoy people.
25 Years of Silence — Brother's Keeper Return With a New Single
The Pennsylvania hardcore veterans release 'Asymmetrical Warflair', their first new song since 2001 — featuring guest vocals from Patrick Kindlon (Drug Church).
Hand Injury for Charlie Benante — Darby Todd Stepped In for Anthrax
The Anthrax drummer had to sit out nearly a dozen European shows, among them Hellfest and Copenhell. A stand-in who already knew the band took over.
Bill Ward Uses a Wheelchair — and Wants One Thing Clear: Not Retired, Not Ill
The Black Sabbath drummer is addressing his mobility aid head-on. He can still walk, the 78-year-old stresses — just not long distances. And he is still a drummer, regardless.
EDDFEST at Knebworth — Iron Maiden's First Own Festival Is a Triumph
Two days, their own funfair and the band's only UK show of the year: for their 50th anniversary, Iron Maiden turned Knebworth Park into a world of their own. By the end, it was clear this band no longer needs stadium rules.
Gloryhammer Announce Fifth Album — Space 1993 Continues the Fife Saga
Eleven tracks, a 13-minute finale and a European tour with eight German dates. The power metal heroes pick up their space narrative exactly where 'Space 1992' left off.
Onslaught Extend the Force From Hell Tour Into 2027 — Back in Bulgaria After 19 Years
The Bristol thrash veterans are adding a Balkan run to their ongoing tour. They last played Bulgaria in 2008.
AC/DC Open Their Last North American Run — 21 Songs in Charlotte, Bon Scott in the Set
First show of the summer leg, first Charlotte gig in 18 years. On Saturday night AC/DC opened at Bank of America Stadium with 'If You Want Blood' — two days after the date Bon Scott would have turned 80.