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Zakk Wylde has officially met the newest namesake of the Prince of Darkness. In a moving post shared to Instagram today, April 22, Jack Osbourne captured the Black Label Society frontman and legendary Ozzy Osbourne guitarist meeting Jack’s newborn daughter, Ozzy Matilda Osbourne. Accompanying the photo was the simple, poignant caption: "When Zakk met Ozzy."

The meeting carries significant emotional weight for both the family and the rock community. Little Ozzy Matilda was born on March 5, 2026, and named in honor of her grandfather, the iconic Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away in July 2025. Jack previously shared that he was able to tell his father about the pregnancy before his passing, describing the news as a "healing" moment during a time of grief. Seeing Wylde—who was not only Ozzy's guitarist for decades but a close family friend—cradling the newest Osbourne highlight the deep, enduring bond between the Wylde and Osbourne legacies.

#ZakkWylde #OzzyOsbourne #JackOsbourne #OzzyMatilda #BlackLabelSociety

Ra Diaz has shared a rare "happy ending" regarding stolen musical equipment, announcing that he has successfully recovered his entire collection of basses following a storage unit burglary. The musician took to social media to thank the Henderson Police Department (Nevada) and their Property Crimes Unit for their rapid response after a large portion of his gear was taken a few weeks ago. Diaz highlighted the deep sentimental value of the instruments and expressed relief that they are now safely back in his possession.

The recovery was sparked by a sharp-eyed friend who spotted one of the stolen basses being sold at a local store and immediately alerted Diaz. This quick tip allowed authorities to intervene before the gear could be further dispersed. In an industry where stolen equipment is rarely found, Diaz called the outcome a "blessing" and thanked the friends and officers who helped prevent the story from having a much different ending.

#RaDiaz #Korn #BassPlayer #HendersonPolice #StolenGear

Today, April 22, we celebrate the birthday of the legendary Shavo Odadjian. Known worldwide as the high-energy bassist for System of a Down, Odadjian has spent decades as a driving force in the metal scene, both through his signature low-end grooves and his creative work as a music video director. As he turns 52, Shavo continues to push musical boundaries, most notably with his new heavy project, Seven Hours After Violet.

Looking ahead, Odadjian will be back on stage with System of a Down, including headline slots at the Sick New World festivals in Las Vegas (April 25) and Texas (October 24), as well as a highly anticipated European stadium run this summer.

#ShavoOdadjian #SystemOfADown #SevenHoursAfterViolet #HappyBirthday #Toxicity

Buckcherry has unveiled the final stretch of their 2026 Roar Like Thunder tour, a massive trek featuring a mix of headlining shows, festival appearances, and major support slots. The newly announced leg is highlighted by nine scheduled performances alongside Black Stone Cherry and Tyler Bryant. The tour officially kicks off at the Rockin' The Island Festival in Welch, MN, where the band is set to open for Stone Temple Pilots.

The itinerary covers a diverse range of venues, from intimate club dates to large-scale amphitheaters and outdoor festivals. Key stops include a performance at the Beaver Dam Amphitheater supporting Bret Michaels and a return to the Sturgis Buffalo Chip for their annual appearance during Sturgis Bike Week. Following the run with Black Stone Cherry, the band will head to the Rocklahoma Festival before concluding this phase of the tour. This final leg solidifies a busy year for the band as they continue to support their latest high-energy releases across the United States.

#Buckcherry #RoarLikeThunder #BlackStoneCherry #TylerBryant #RockNews

Heavy metal pioneers Judas Priest have announced the upcoming release of The Best Of Judas Priest, a comprehensive collection set to arrive via Sony Music on June 19, 2026. Celebrating over five decades of influence, the album brings together the band's most globally revered recordings, including iconic tracks such as "Breaking The Law," "Painkiller," and "Turbo Lover." With more than 50 million albums sold and 2.5 billion global streams, the collection is designed to serve as both a definitive anthology for longtime fans and an entry point for new listeners.

The announcement follows a busy year for the band, which included the February world premiere of their in-depth documentary, The Ballad Of Judas Priest, at the Berlinale film festival. Directed by Tom Morello and Sam Dunn, the film is scheduled for a North American premiere at the Hot Docs festival in Toronto, running from April 23 to May 3. Fans can also catch the band live across Europe this summer, including a headlining festival slot at Bloodstock in the U.K. on August 9 and a special performance at London's Eventim Apollo on September 21.

#JudasPriest #HeavyMetal #BestOfJudasPriest #TheBalladOfJudasPriest #SonyMusic

Dave Mason, the influential co-founder of the groundbreaking band Traffic and a celebrated solo artist, has died at the age of 79. His passing was confirmed via an official statement on his social media, which noted that he passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, at his home in the Carson Valley. Mason had officially retired from touring this past September following a series of health challenges, including a serious heart condition and a severe infection that began in early 2025.

Mason’s monumental six-decade career saw him rise to fame with Traffic before launching a successful solo run with classics like "Feelin' Alright" and "We Just Disagree." Known as rock’s "everywhere man," he collaborated with a staggering list of legends, including Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, and Fleetwood Mac. Most recently, Mason released a children's book this past March titled Hole In My Shoe, a reimagining of the first song he ever wrote. He leaves behind a legacy defined by musical authenticity and a commitment to live, raw performance.

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#DaveMason #Traffic #RockLegend #MusicHistory2026 #FeelinAlright

Shinedown has offered fans a first listen to their unreleased song "Burning Down the Disco," which serves as the soundtrack for a new WWE promo video. The video, featured on the band's Instagram, showcases highlights from the recent WrestleMania 42 event. In their announcement, the band noted the track was "unreleased" and "unannounced" prior to its debut in the wrestling ring, marking a high-energy introduction to the new material.

The track will appear on Shinedown’s eighth studio album, titled EI8HT, which is scheduled to arrive on May 29. The record serves as the follow-up to 2022’s Planet Zero and features a stacked tracklist including previously released singles such as "Dance, Kid, Dance," "Three Six Five," and "Searchlight." Fans will have the chance to hear the new music live starting May 13, when the band kicks off their U.S. tour in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

#Shinedown #BurningDownTheDisco #EI8HT #WWE #WrestleMania42

Black Label Society is hitting the road this summer/fall for the "American Crusade 2026" tour. In a major treat for fans, Zakk Wylde will be performing double duty each night, fronting both Black Label Society and his celebrated Black Sabbath tribute act, Zakk Sabbath. The tour is scheduled to kick off in late August and will feature support from Dark Chapel.

The tour serves as a showcase of Wylde’s enduring influence on the heavy metal landscape. Fans can expect a night filled with both original BLS anthems and faithful renditions of Sabbath classics. Dark Chapel recently released their first single and has been gaining traction for their gritty, modern take on hard rock.

Tickets for the "American Crusade" run are set to go on sale to the general public this Friday.

#BlackLabelSociety #ZakkSabbath #ZakkWylde #DarkChapel #AmericanCrusade2026

Reginald “Fieldy” Arvizu has provided his most direct explanation yet for his departure from Korn, stating that the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic was the primary factor that led him to step away. In a new interview with the Shady Characters podcast, Fieldy explained that when the band was ready to return to the road, he felt a strong aversion to touring. He noted that the global shutdown forced a moment of stillness that allowed him to reflect on his thirty-year career with the pioneering nu-metal outfit.

While his initial hiatus in 2021 was attributed to "bad habits" and "personal issues," Fieldy now describes himself as being "retired from Korn today." He expressed deep gratitude for his decades with the group, calling the experience "everything everybody dreams of," but clarified that he is currently comfortable remaining on the sidelines. While he has not been in close contact with his former bandmates, he left the door slightly ajar for the future, remarking that he will wait to see what tomorrow brings.

#Fieldy #Korn #NuMetal #RockNews #MetalNews

Dope has officially been awarded their first-ever gold certification in the United States for the track "Die MF Die." The RIAA announced the milestone on April 20, confirming the song has surpassed the 500,000 unit threshold. Notably, the track was never actually released as a formal single but became a standout fan favorite and staple of the industrial nu-metal genre following its appearance on the band's 2001 sophomore album, Life.

The achievement marks a significant career moment for frontman Edsel Dope, who also currently performs with Static-X. Despite the song's lasting popularity, its history is complicated by a writing credit from former guitarist Tripp Eisen, though he was no longer with the band when the track was recorded and released. The gold status reflects the cumulative impact of physical sales, digital downloads, and the high volume of streaming the song has maintained over the last 25 years.

#Dope #DieMFDie #NuMetal #GoldRecord #RIAA #StreamingMilestone

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