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The When We Were Young Festival has officially confirmed it will take a hiatus in 2026, marking the first break for the event since its massive 2022 debut. Organizers cited the "crowded touring landscape" of 2026—including the highly anticipated return of the Vans Warped Tour—as a primary reason for the pause, stating they want to ensure the festival's return in 2027 is "the biggest celebration of the genre to date". The news comes after months of radio silence that left fans anxious, as the festival typically announces its next lineup within days of the previous year's conclusion.

While the Las Vegas Festival Grounds will remain quiet this October, the festival's official website has been updated with a "See You in 2027" teaser, encouraging fans to sign up for future alerts. Industry experts suggest that the surge of 90s and 2000s-era bands embarking on their own massive anniversary tours in 2026, such as Yellowcard and Simple Plan, made securing a festival-exclusive lineup more challenging this cycle. Fans who had already made speculative hotel bookings for the rumored October 17–18 weekend are advised to check cancellation policies.

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Zacky Vengeance, best known as the rhythm guitarist for the multi-platinum metal titans Avenged Sevenfold, has officially released his second solo single, "Lighthouse". Issued via his own VNGNZ RECORDS, the track sees the musician continuing to explore the alt-country sound he first introduced this past December with his debut solo track, "Dark Horse". Recording and releasing under his birth name, Zachary Baker, the project marks a significant stylistic departure from his work with A7X.

While a full-length solo album has yet to be officially announced, "Lighthouse" further establishes Baker's footprint in the country-rock space. This solo venture comes during a busy period for the guitarist, as Avenged Sevenfold recently announced a Summer 2026 North American co-headlining tour alongside Good Charlotte. Fans of his metal roots can also still catch him on the road, but these solo releases offer a deeper look into the diverse musical influences that shape his personal songwriting.

#ZackyVengeance #ZacharyBaker #Lighthouse #AltCountry #AvengedSevenfold #A7X #VNGNZRecords #NewMusic2026 #MetalToCountry #DarkHorse

Atreyu has officially pulled back the curtain on their tenth studio album, The End Is Not The End, set to arrive on April 24, 2026. Frontman Brandon Saller is touting the 13-track collection as the band’s "heaviest, most metal record" to date, describing it as a creative journey that saw the band write across the globe from the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to the isolated shores of San Juan Island. The announcement is accompanied by the new single "All For You," a powerful metal ballad that follows the previously released "Ego Death" and "Dead".

#Atreyu #TheEndIsNotTheEnd #AllForYou #NewMusic2026 #SpinefarmRecords #Metalcore #MaxCavalera #MetalNews #SpringTour #BrandonSaller

The King of Cinematic Hellscapes has officially returned as Rob Zombie releases his eighth solo studio album, The Great Satan, today, February 27, 2026, via Nuclear Blast. The 15-track record marks a significant milestone for fans, as it is the first in two decades to feature the powerhouse reunion of guitarist Riggs and bassist Blasko alongside longtime drummer Ginger Fish. Critics are already hailing the album as a "triumph of madness and mayhem," noting its raw, industrial energy that harkens back to the classic sound of 1998's Hellbilly Deluxe.

The album boasts high-octane singles like "Punks and Demons," "Heathen Days," and "(I'm a) Rock 'N' Roller". From the dissonant stomp of "The Devilman" to the breakneck punky blast of "The Black Scorpion," The Great Satan delivers the theatrical occult-rock experience Zombie is known for. To support the release, Zombie will embark on a North American tour this summer, co-headlining with Marilyn Manson and featuring support from The HU and Orgy.

#RobZombie #TheGreatSatan #ShockRock #NewMusicFriday #NuclearBlast #Riggs #Blasko #Hellbilly #HeavyMetal #IndustrialMetal

Former Escape The Fate multi-instrumentalist TJ Bell has issued a detailed public statement addressing his 2025 removal from the band. In a post shared to his Instagram on February 25, Bell labeled the accusations that led to his firing as "entirely false" and "misinformation," specifically noting that they were amplified by a "well-known public figure"—widely understood to be former vocalist Ronnie Radke. Bell clarified that he has no personal connection to the individuals mentioned in the rumors and that the stories being circulated are not "rooted in reality".

Bell alleged that Escape The Fate chose to fire him to "prioritize their own professional standing" and avoid public conflict rather than supporting him against the narrative. Despite the "devastating" lack of support from his former bandmates, Bell shared that he is moving forward by focusing on his own business ventures and personal growth. This controversy unfolds as Escape The Fate celebrates a career milestone, having recently earned their first Platinum-certified single in the U.S. and securing a spot on the 2026 Vans Warped Tour.

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Caleb Shomo has unleashed a burst of pure adrenaline with the release of Beartooth’s latest single and music video, "FREE." The accompanying video captures the raw energy of the band’s live performance, further signaling the optimistic and "liberated" creative direction Shomo has embraced in recent years.

#Beartooth #CalebShomo #FREE #NewMusic2026 #RockNews #Metalcore #MusicVideo #SpringTour #HardRock

Lamb of God has unleashed "Blunt Force Blues," the fourth and final single ahead of their highly anticipated tenth studio album, Into Oblivion, arriving March 13 via Epic Records. The track serves as a sonic tribute to the Richmond, Virginia, underground scene that birthed the band over 25 years ago. Frontman Randy Blythe noted that the song reflects the influence of local bands they grew up watching, while guitarist Mark Morton emphasized that the new material captures a sense of being "untethered" from industry trends, returning to the simple goal of making music they find "cool."

The release follows a string of successful singles including "Sepsis," "Parasocial Christ," and the "ferocious" title track. To celebrate the album's launch, the band is partnering with over 140 independent record stores for nationwide listening parties from March 13–15. Fans attending these events can score exclusive prizes and a limited "Poltergeist" vinyl variant. Produced by Josh Wilbur, the album was recorded in locations deeply tied to the band’s identity, including Morton’s home studio and the legendary Total Access studio in California.

#LambOfGod #BluntForceBlues #IntoOblivion #RandyBlythe #MarkMorton #RichmondMetal #EpicRecords #NewMusic2026 #Metalcore #RecordStoreDay

The 2026 BRIT Awards will honor the late Ozzy Osbourne with the Lifetime Achievement Award this Saturday, February 28, celebrating the "Prince of Darkness" and his unparalleled impact on global music. Following his passing last July, the ceremony will feature an all-star rock finale curated by Sharon Osbourne. The tribute will feature a performance of the 1991 classic "No More Tears," fronted by Robbie Williams and backed by a legendary lineup of Ozzy’s former bandmates: Zakk Wylde, Robert Trujillo, Adam Wakeman, and Tommy Clufetos.

The award recognizes a career spanning over 50 years, from the founding of Black Sabbath to a legendary solo run and the creation of Ozzfest. "Ozzy Osbourne has been a mighty force in modern music... inspiring generations of artists," said Stacey Tang, chair of the BRIT Awards committee. The ceremony will take place at Manchester’s Co-op Live and will be broadcast on ITV and YouTube.

#OzzyOsbourne #BRITAwards2026 #LifetimeAchievement #ZakkWylde #RobertTrujillo #RobbieWilliams #BlackSabbath #MetalNews #BritishMusic #PrinceOfDarkness

The wait for the definitive look at the life of Billy Idol is over, as the official trailer for the feature-length documentary Billy Idol Should Be Dead has finally debuted. Directed by three-time Grammy winner Jonas Åkerlund, the film opens in theaters across the U.S. and Canada today, February 26, 2026. The release follows a triumphant week for the rock legend, who was just announced as a nominee for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 alongside peers like Iron Maiden and Oasis.

The documentary traces Idol’s journey from the early days of the UK punk scene with Generation X to his rise as an MTV-era global superstar. It offers an unfiltered look at his career highs and personal struggles, including his battles with addiction and the 1990 motorcycle accident that nearly proved fatal. Fans can expect never-before-seen archival footage and exclusive interviews with a star-studded cast including Billie Joe Armstrong, Miley Cyrus, Duff McKagan, Pete Townshend, and his longtime collaborator Steve Stevens. The film also features the original song "Dying To Live," which was recently shortlisted for an Academy Award.

#BillyIdol #ShouldBeDead #JonasAkerlund #RockAndRollHallOfFame #PunkRock #GenerationX #SteveStevens #MusicDocumentary #RockHistory #NewMusic2026

DevilDriver frontman Dez Fafara has dropped strong hints that the band is preparing to break their three-year studio silence following the release of Dealing With Demons Vol. II. In a new interview with Australia's Heavy, Fafara remained cryptic about specific release dates but confirmed that fans attending their upcoming Australian tour in July 2026 will witness "something on stage that no one's got". Fafara also addressed the band’s signature "groove metal" label, noting that while many bands now use the term as a hashtag, DevilDriver has been perfecting the style since before it was even a recognized category.

#DevilDriver #DezFafara #GrooveMetal #NewMusic2026 #CradleOfFilth #MetalNews #AustraliaTour #DealingWithDemons #GabeMangold #HeavyMetal

Iron Maiden has officially revealed the final dates for their massive "Run For Your Lives" world tour, confirming that the band will take a full year off from the road in 2027. The 50th-anniversary trek, which exclusively features material from the band’s first nine albums, will come to a close with two "extra special" performances at the K-Arena in Yokohama, Japan, on November 24 and 25, 2026. Bassist Steve Harris noted that ending the two-year global run in Japan feels "extra special," marking the last chance for fans to see the band live for over a year.

The announcement serves as a "bummer alert" for those hoping for a 2027 run, as the band intends to take a "well-earned break" throughout the entirety of that year. Before the hiatus begins, Maiden will stay busy through 2026 with a summer European leg—including their own curated EddFest at Knebworth—followed by a North and South American run starting in August. This tour also marks a historic shift for the lineup, being the first in over four decades to feature Simon Dawson on drums following the retirement of Nicko McBrain from touring.

#IronMaiden #RunForYourLives #EddFest #UpTheIrons #MetalNews #IronMaiden2026 #SteveHarris #BruceDickinson #Yokohama #HeavyMetalHistory

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