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At the Upheaval Festival, Poppy’s group gives a performance without Poppy’s presence.

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William Shatner is preparing to boldly go where he has never gone before—fronting a heavy metal band—but not before festival organizers meet his strict conditions. The 95-year-old Canadian Star Trek legend is slated to debut his new metal project, *The uckers, at this September's Riot Fest in Chicago, but he has reportedly sent the independently-owned festival a long rider filled with outlandish demands.

Organizers for the three-day music festival have spent years sending letters to the entertainer in a relentless campaign to get him on the bill. Shatner finally agreed, stating in a video message that he decided to debut his new heavy metal record at the event because the promoters were such big fans.

Now, they just have to accommodate his massive rider. The leaked requirements list demands split between the festival and the city of Chicago itself, including:

For the City: Renaming a local boat in his honor so he can captain a ship again, and co-anchoring the weather outside with Chicago's most beloved meteorologist.

For the Performance: Replacing his artist golf cart with a DeLorean, securing an introduction video created by GWAR, and hiring "many" fire breathers.

For Hospitality: Dressing room themed as "Shatner's Shag Shack," four feet of Polish sausage, eight pallets of Faygo (strictly "not to be shared with Insane Clown Posse"), and an assortment of adoptable puppies from a local rescue.

While the specifics of the extensive backstage conditions are wild, Shatner's ambitious new musical venture is already turning heads. The sci-fi icon has assembled a serious backing band for the festival, bringing together former Ozzy Osbourne bassist Phil Soussan, Vixen guitarist Britt Lightning, flamenco guitarist Marcus Nand, and Powerflo drummer Fred Aching.

The band plans to debut new original heavy metal material and reimagine songs from Shatner's past albums. Riot Fest runs from September 18th to 20th—assuming the festival can fulfill the Captain's outlandish requests!

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#WilliamShatner #RiotFest #TheFuckers #StarTrek #CaptainKirk #HeavyMetal #MusicFestival #RockNews2026

Mötley Crüe officially kicked off their highly anticipated "The Return Of Carnival Of Sins" tour on Friday night, July 17th, at the Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 33-city trek pulls double duty, celebrating both the 20th anniversary of the band's legendary 2005-2006 "Carnival Of Sins" tour and the rock icons' landmark 45th anniversary. Hard rock powerhouses Extreme and Tesla are providing support across the run.

True to bassist Nikki Sixx's recent promises to "salt and pepper" the set with deeper cuts, the opening night setlist shook things up for the diehard fans. While staples like "Girls, Girls, Girls" and "Kickstart My Heart" kept the energy high, the band surprised the crowd by performing "Afraid" for the first time since 2012. The setlist also carried over several massive rarities debuted earlier this month at the Rockin' Thunder festival in Winnipeg, including "Take Me To The Top" (unplayed from 1984 until this summer), "Red Hot," "Louder Than Hell," and "Too Young To Fall In Love".

Setlist:

Red Hot
Louder Than Hell
Wild Side
Shout At The Devil
Too Fast For Love
Looks That Kill
Too Young To Fall In Love
Take Me To The Top
Primal Scream
Afraid (First time since 2012)
Home Sweet Home
Guitar Solo
Smokin' In The Boys Room (Brownsville Station cover)
Live Wire
Girls, Girls, Girls
Dr. Feelgood
Kickstart My Heart

Beyond the rock-and-roll spectacle, the band is also using the tour to give back. Mötley Crüe has announced that $1 from every single ticket sold on the tour will be donated to ASAP! (After School Arts Program) through the Mötley Crüe Giveback Initiative, funding hands-on arts experiences for youth.

Are you catching "The Return Of Carnival Of Sins" tour when it hits your city this summer, and what do you think of the band dusting off "Afraid" for the setlist?

#MotleyCrue #NikkiSixx #VinceNeil #TheReturnOfCarnivalOfSins #Extreme #Tesla #LiveMusic #StarLake #RockNews2026

Poppy’s scheduled performance at the annual Upheaval Festival in Grand Rapids, Michigan, left many fans in attendance confused on Friday, July 17th. While the alternative metal artist herself never took to the stage, her masked backing bandmates did, delivering an entirely instrumental set while wearing respiratory breathing masks for protection.

It was later revealed by Poppy on social media that her absence was due to dangerously poor air quality in the city. Grand Rapids has been hit particularly hard by heavy smoke wafting over the U.S. border from raging wildfires in Southeastern Canada.

In a statement shared via her Instagram stories, Poppy explained her difficult decision to sit out the performance:

"Hi Upheaval
Due to “hazardous” AQI reaching 350+ around our set time I was unable to join my band on stage. I was unable to breathe in those conditions. You might ‘ve noticed our set was instrumental only. For those who braved the conditions- I applaud you."

Were you at Upheaval Festival to witness the instrumental set, and what are your thoughts on Poppy's decision to prioritize her health in those extreme conditions?

#Poppy #UpheavalFestival #GrandRapids #WildfireSmoke #AQI #LiveMusic #AlternativeMetal #RockNews2026

The debut single from With A Vengeance, titled "Shared Light," has officially premiered online. The new outfit was formed by former Bad Wolves members Tommy Vext (vocals) and Chris Cain (guitars). The project originally spawned after a failed attempt by Vext and Cain to purchase the rights to the Bad Wolves name for an intended relaunch of that band.

Moving forward under the new moniker, the pair assembled a powerhouse backing lineup to round out the band's official roster. Joining Vext and Cain are renowned virtuoso guitarist Angel Vivaldi, drummer Austin D’Amond (known for his work in Chimaira, Bleed The Sky, and Verona On Venus), and bassist Xander Raymond Charles.

To complement the proper introduction of the band, a cinematic music video for "Shared Light" has been released, directed by Shane Hansen.

What are your thoughts on the debut track from With A Vengeance, and what do you think of this heavy-hitting new lineup?

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#WithAVengeance #TommyVext #ChrisCain #AngelVivaldi #AustinDAmond #XanderRaymondCharles #SharedLight #NewMusic #RockNews2026 #HeavyRock #BadWolves

Korn frontman Jonathan Davis surprised fans at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles on Thursday night, joining legendary X Japan leader Yoshiki for a stunning, classical reimagining of the 1998 nu-metal anthem "Freak on a Leash".

The special appearance took place during the opening night of the highly anticipated "Yoshiki Classical in Los Angeles" residency, which features the iconic Japanese pianist-drummer performing alongside a full orchestra. For the performance, Davis delivered a mostly restrained and subdued vocal style before ramping up to his signature aggression toward the climax of the track. Yoshiki accompanied him on the piano before transitioning over to the drum kit to drive home the song's intense finale.

The multi-night event continues at the same venue tonight, where Yoshiki will command a second sold-out orchestral performance.

Did you catch this incredible cross-genre collaboration live, or are you heading to the second show tonight?

#JonathanDavis #Korn #Yoshiki #XJapan #YoshikiClassical #FreakOnALeash #WaltDisneyConcertHall #LiveMusic #MetalNews2026

Marilyn Manson has deployed "Front Toward Enemy" as the second official single from his highly anticipated upcoming studio album, One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2. In a thematic nod to the track's title—which references the famous warning stamped on military claymore mines—Manson has also launched a specialized "the claymore" vinyl variant of the record.

The exclusive vinyl pressing is highly limited, with only 1,800 copies being released worldwide. Fans looking to secure a copy can find it available for purchase through Nuclear Blast via the official release link.

While One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2 is scheduled for a late summer arrival on August 14th, collectors who purchase "the claymore" vinyl variant will have to wait a little longer to spin it, as that specific pressing is slated to ship on September 18th.

What do you think of the new track "Front Toward Enemy," and will you be trying to grab one of the 1,800 limited vinyl copies before they sell out?

#MarilynManson #FrontTowardEnemy #OneAssasinationUnderGod #Chapter2 #NuclearBlast #LimitedEditionVinyl #ShockRock #NewMusic #RockNews2026

The Pretty Reckless frontwoman Taylor Momsen has shared a deeply emotional statement on Instagram mourning the tragic passing of her longtime bodyguard, confidant, and close friend, Mason Haynes. According to an online memorial fundraiser, Haynes recently passed away following a traffic accident at the age of 52.

"Mason Haynes was my family, my protector, my confidant and one of my closest friends," Momsen wrote, reflecting on the profound, unique bond formed over years of constant companionship on the road. "When someone knows every dark secret about you and never judges, spends 24 hours a day with you seven days a week, you form a bond that is hard to explain."

Momsen remembered Haynes not just for his protective role, but for his deep character, intellect, and personal values. "He was a powerful giant with the softest heart of anyone I knew," she continued. "Smart as a whip, artistic and most importantly he was always putting others needs first. His advocacy against bullying ran deep within him. I will miss him in a way I can’t explain."

In addition to sharing her love and condolences with Haynes' family, Momsen has urged anyone who is able to donate to a GoFundMe campaign established to honor his memory and support his loved ones.

"I love you Mason, I can’t believe I’ll never hear your voice again," Momsen added. "You were truly one of a kind."

Our deepest thoughts and condolences go out to Taylor Momsen, The Pretty Reckless camp, and the family and friends of Mason Haynes.

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#ThePrettyReckless #TaylorMomsen #MasonHaynes #RestInPeace #RockNews2026

The wait is officially over! Scranton, Pennsylvania's own Motionless In White has officially unleashed their highly anticipated seventh studio album, Decades, via Roadrunner Records. Released in celebration of the band’s landmark 20th anniversary, the 14-track record represents a bold, uncompromising culmination of their signature dark sound.

Co-produced by Drew Fulk and Justin "JD" deBlieck, Decades confidently weaves together heavy metalcore, alternative metal, industrial beats, and gothic melodies. Frontman Chris Motionless shared that the album is incredibly personal, representing twenty years of raw determination, hard work, and creative risk-taking.

The album is packed with massive anthems and powerhouse collaborations, including the chart-topping lead single "Afraid of the Dark," the blistering "Playing God" featuring Corey Taylor of Slipknot, the glossy goth ballad "R.I.P." featuring Skylar Grey, and the newly highlighted track "Fight Like Hell". Whether delivering crushing, heavy breakdowns or synth-driven electronic hooks, the band proves once again why they remain one of the most exciting forces in modern alternative music.

Stream Decades on all major platforms now, and don't miss them on their massive, headlining "Sweat and Blood Tour" hitting arenas across the country this summer and fall!

What is your favorite track on Decades so far?

#MotionlessInWhite #MIW #Decades #ChrisMotionless #CoreyTaylor #SkylarGrey #RoadrunnerRecords #NewMusicFriday #Metalcore #GothMetal #SweatAndBloodTour #MetalNews2026

The city of Birmingham, UK, has officially announced the first-ever "Ozzy Day" on Wednesday, July 22nd, to honor the life, music, and roots of the late Ozzy Osbourne. The pioneering Black Sabbath frontman and Aston-born rock legend tragically passed away one year ago on July 22nd, 2025, at the age of 76. To celebrate his enduring legacy, a free public program of live music, public art, special performances, and shared moments will transform locations across the city center into a living memorial. The event is a massive collaborative effort between Central BID, OPUS, the Birmingham City Council, Birmingham New Street, and Westside BID.

Fans and visitors can explore iconic landmarks tied to Ozzy's history using Central BID's "Celebrating Black Sabbath in the City" trail map. The five-piece brass band Bostin Brass—who performed at Ozzy's funeral procession last year—will bring the music of Sabbath and Ozzy back to the streets with pop-up shows at New Street Station, outside the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Selfridges, the Black Sabbath Bench, and Martineau Place. Additionally, musicians from the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) will deliver a special lunchtime performance outside Selfridges in the Bullring.

Throughout the day, visitors can capture the moment with free commemorative Polaroid photos alongside a specially dressed "Ozzy the Bull" at Birmingham New Street Station. The Birmingham Music Archive will also be stationed at New Street to invite fans to contribute their personal stories, memories, and reflections to a commemorative guestbook that will become part of the day's lasting legacy. Fans will also have the opportunity to visit the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery’s Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero exhibition to view his iconic throne.

To mark the occasion, a bespoke, limited-edition "Ozzy Day" t-shirt has been produced and will be available for purchase at Selfridges in the Bullring starting July 22nd, while stocks last. The front features a triumphant graphic of Ozzy from his farewell concert, Back to the Beginning, while the reverse side lists a unique chronicle of all 52 gigs he played in Birmingham throughout his career as both…

Slipknot guitarist Jim Root has confirmed that the metal titans are currently in the studio working with renowned producer Matt Wallace on their next musical chapter. In a revealing interview on the Ride Bynd podcast, Root shared that the band is overflowing with creative energy, already sitting on a massive stockpile of "at least 50" song arrangements.

Addressing the massive resurgence of nu-metal across platforms like TikTok, Root acknowledged that musical trends move in cycles, but clarified that Slipknot is not aiming to capitalize on that specific wave. "Which is wild, 'cause the new shit we're writing does not sound like that at all," Root explained. "There’s elements of it... but you’re not gonna hear—for lack of a better term—a nu metal record out of us." He added that Slipknot has always defied easy categorization. "To me, I think we're just Slipknot. We're just Slipknot music. I don't think there is a box."

This latest writing process marks a stark departure from the typical computer-centric demoing styles. According to Root, the group is utilizing a highly organic, garage-band approach. Setting up in a church, he and new drummer Eloy Casagrande engage in raw, free-form jam sessions while percussionist M. Shawn "Clown" Crahan and Wallace listen in to pick out and build structures in real time.

"This sounds like nothing I've ever heard before, yet there's a familiarity to it that feels like I've been listening to it my whole life," Root shared, describing the new material as containing some of his fastest grind-picking riffs alongside heavy, doomy segments, clean interludes, and experimental elements.

How do you feel about Slipknot’s raw, old-school approach to writing their next record, and what are you expecting from their first studio effort with Eloy Casagrande behind the kit?

#Slipknot #JimRoot #EloyCasagrande #MattWallace #Clown #NewMusic #MetalNews2026 #HeavyMetal #RideByndPodcast

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