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Listen to an abundance of tracks: Mumford & Sons’ ‘Little Lion Man’ becomes a member of Spotify’s Billions Club.

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System of a Down’s song ‘Aerials’ achieved 1 billion streams on Spotify.

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Ice Nine Kills’ music will be featured in a Terrifier-themed event at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights.

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Morrissey states that his Vegas performances have been cancelled because of ‘logistical reasons not under Morrissey’s control’

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The Strokes, featuring Charli XCX, present a unique blend of their original style and Charli XCX’s distinct voice.

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Join us in wishing a very Happy 35th Birthday to Eric Vanlerberghe, lead vocalist and powerhouse frontman for metalcore heavyweights I Prevail!

From tearing up stages worldwide with brutal growls and relentless energy on massive hits like "Bow Down," "Bad Things," and "Body Bag," to taking the reins on lead vocal duties, Vanlerberghe has been a driving force behind the band's unstoppable rise to the top of modern rock and metal.

Drop your favorite I Prevail track or a birthday shoutout for Eric in the comments below!

#EricVanlerberghe #IPrevail #HappyBirthday #Metalcore #HardRock #AlternativeMetal #RockNews2026

Alternative metal outfit Vended is officially in the shed working on their next chapter, but frontman Griffin Taylor says the band is taking a much more measured approach this time around.

Speaking at the Bloodstock Open Air festival, Taylor reflected on the process behind the band's 2024 self-titled debut album, noting that while they put immense thought into it, they were rushing to get the ball rolling. For their sophomore effort, the band—which also features drummer Simon Crahan, son of Slipknot's M. Shawn "Clown" Crahan—is purposefully slowing down to refine their vision and message.

"With this next era of Vended, we’ve had a lot of time to take our time with it," Taylor shared. "We’ve been able to pace ourselves and really focus on what we’re trying to say and what we’re trying to do... we’re in the tool shed, fucking getting shit put together, and it’s just taking a lot of time now, and we’re wanting it that way."

While keeping specific details under wraps to maintain an air of mystery, Taylor confirmed that new material is actively being forged as the group builds toward their next era.

Are you eager to see how Vended's sound evolves on their next record?

#Vended #GriffinTaylor #SimonCrahan #AlternativeMetal #NuMetal #HardRock #RockNews2026

Slaughter to Prevail frontman Alex Terrible took to social media to address ongoing online criticism, allegations regarding his past, and fan expectations surrounding his personal beliefs.

In a lengthy statement, the deathcore vocalist expressed frustration with people imposing rules on his personal space and pushing him to publicly endorse various political or social causes. He pushed back against recurring online claims that he secretly maintains neo-Nazi views in Russian-language interviews, stating he is alarmed by how quickly people believe rumors without critical thinking.

"I respect every person who treats me with respect. I'm against war and violence," Terrible shared. "I would rather play in front of 100 people who think before they speak and have some critical thinking skills than bend over backwards for 10,000 idiots who are ready to believe absolutely anything."

He emphasized that everyone deserves love, noting that he wants concertgoers to show up out of a genuine love for the band's music rather than obligation.

What are your thoughts on Alex Terrible's statement?

#AlexTerrible #SlaughterToPrevail #Deathcore #Metalcore #HeavyMetal #RockNews2026

Horror-metal heavyweights Ice Nine Kills are heading back to Universal Studios Hollywood this fall to provide an all-new soundtrack for Halloween Horror Nights.

The band is creating new music—putting a dark twist on classic Christmas songs—for the "Terror Tram starring Art the Clown." The attraction follows the Terrifier slasher as he hijacks the historic backlot tram for his own twisted holiday celebration. The pairing continues the band's collaboration with the franchise following "A Work of Art," their official track for Terrifier 3.

"Halloween Horror Nights is among our favorite destinations each season, and our fans love it, too," shared frontman Spencer Charnas. "This is yet another natural step forward in our unnatural world of horror."

The event opens Thursday, September 3, and runs select nights through Sunday, November 1.

Are you excited to see Ice Nine Kills and Art the Clown team up for Halloween Horror Nights?

#IceNineKills #ArtTheClown #Terrifier #HalloweenHorrorNights #HHN #UniversalStudios #HardRock #RockNews2026

Otep Shamaya is officially preparing her return to music, though listeners shouldn't expect the heavy nu-metal sound that defined her namesake band, Otep.

In a social media update shared with fans, Shamaya confirmed that she is working on a new creative endeavor following her 2024 retirement announcement. While stepping away from the heavy metal landscape to explore fresh creative terrain, she emphasized that the heart, message, and atmosphere of her work remain unchanged. The upcoming material will tackle her recent mental health struggles, growing up queer, equity, and survival.

"I’m proud of all my albums & everything I contributed to that space," Shamaya shared. "But it’s changed, I’ve changed and new creative terrain was necessary for my creative engine & my sanity... Some will hate it, they want the girl who goes grrrr, others will love it, but I have to stay true to my self."

Shamaya revealed she has one demo near completion, though she is taking advice from her team to refine the mix before officially dropping it to the public.

Are you looking forward to hearing Otep Shamaya's new musical direction?

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#Otep #OtepShamaya #AlternativeMusic #NuMetal #QueerArtists #RockNews2026

Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx recently revealed during an appearance on the Joann Butler In Studio With podcast that he no longer believes in making full-length albums. It has been nearly 20 years since the band released their last proper studio LP, Saints of Los Angeles, back in 2008. Sixx explained that writing up to 20 songs just to secure ten album tracks requires massive effort, yet modern streaming habits mean fans often only listen to a single track.

>"I know fans don't wanna hear this, but I don't believe in making full-length records anymore at this time on the planet, for me."

Instead of full-length records, Sixx prefers releasing smaller projects whenever inspiration strikes, pointing to their five-song output for The Dirt soundtrack and their 2024 EP Cancelled. The Cancelled EP marked the group's first short-form release since 1994 and served as their first project featuring guitarist John 5 following Mick Mars' retirement. Sixx also recently addressed social media inquiries regarding live backing tracks, clarifying that the band plays completely live while syncing studio elements like orchestras that cannot be recreated on stage.

Do you agree with Nikki Sixx that full-length albums are no longer necessary in modern music?

#MotleyCrue #NikkiSixx #John5 #RockMusic #HeavyMetal #CancelledEP #SaintsOfLosAngeles #MusicNews #Podcast

Guitarist Billy Morrison has sparked mixed reactions across the rock community after opening up about his close relationship with Marilyn Manson, praising his sobriety and defending his character during an appearance on Trunk Nation with Eddie Trunk.

Morrison, who featured Manson on the track "The Tailor" for his new record, spoke about how the two reconnected on a deeper level at the funeral of Ozzy Osbourne, where Manson provided emotional support while Morrison delivered a eulogy. Reflecting on Manson's personal transformation and sobriety, Morrison described him as a "lovely man" and a "joy to be around."

"Most people I know become much nicer when they're not getting hammered, you know?" Morrison shared. "He helped me a lot. Unconditional love. He just put his arm around me... and that meant the world."

The comments drew a polarized response online. While some listeners expressed skepticism regarding the rock community overlooking past allegations due to sobriety, others applauded Manson's personal growth, artistic output, and the stark contrast between his private character and onstage persona.

Where do you stand on Billy Morrison's comments regarding Marilyn Manson?

#BillyMorrison #MarilynManson #EddieTrunk #TrunkNation #HardRock #RockNews2026

Three Days Grace is already looking toward their next chapter, revealing that plans are in motion to write the follow-up to their 2025 album, Alienation.

Speaking with Edmonton's 100.3 The Bear, co-vocalist Matt Walst shared that after an upcoming break from touring, the band will officially begin writing new music. Alienation marked a massive milestone for the band, featuring the return of original frontman Adam Gontier alongside Walst, transforming the rock outfit into a dual-vocalist powerhouse.

"We've already started getting ideas together and stuff. And, yeah, we're gonna start writing a new record next year."

Reflecting on the lineup's dynamic, Walst previously noted that sharing lead duties with Gontier on stage "jelled right away" and felt completely natural from day one.

Are you excited to hear what the dual-vocalist lineup cooks up for their next record?

#ThreeDaysGrace #MattWalst #AdamGontier #Alienation #AlternativeRock #HardRock #RockNews2026

Nu-metal titan System Of A Down has achieved another massive digital milestone, as their hit single "Aerials" officially passed 1 billion streams on Spotify.

The track serves as the band's fourth song overall to cross the billion-stream mark on the platform. It joins two other tracks from their 6x multi-platinum landmark album Toxicity—"Chop Suey!" (which has surpassed 2 billion streams) and the album's title track "Toxicity" (currently sitting at 1.6 billion)—alongside "Lonely Day" from their 2005 release Hypnotize.

"Aerials" was previously certified 2x platinum by the RIAA in July 2022, proving the enduring legacy and massive streaming power of the group's early-2000s catalog.

What is your absolute favorite System Of A Down song to throw on repeat?

#SystemOfADown #SOAD #Aerials #Toxicity #ChopSuey #NuMetal #HardRock #RockNews2026

The Pretty Reckless vocalist Taylor Momsen gave an inside tour of her Dear God tour bus during a Los Angeles stop at The Wiltern. The band is currently touring behind their fifth studio album, which reached top chart spots with the single "I Am Death." Momsen revealed her pre-stage and post-show rituals, which include eating string cheese, crocheting, watching Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and cranking Soundgarden.

Addressing the recently announced How the Grinch Stole Christmas sequel featuring Jim Carrey and director Ron Howard, Momsen left the door open to reprise her breakout 2000 role as Cindy Lou Who. She reflected fondly on her childhood experience and indicated that her positive memories make a return possible.

> "I genuinely have such a fond place for Grinch in my heart... it was nothing but positive," Momsen shared. "So when things are that positive, nothing's off the table."

In addition to discussing her acting background, Momsen noted that she recently reconnected with long-time friend Miley Cyrus in Los Angeles. When asked about a potential musical collaboration between the two artists, she teased that "you never know" what could happen down the road.

Would you like to see Taylor Momsen return as Cindy Lou Who or team up with Miley Cyrus for a new song?

#TaylorMomsen #ThePrettyReckless #CindyLouWho #TheGrinch #MileyCyrus #DearGodTour #HardRock #RockNews #IAmDeath

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