Presenting Taylor Swift’s ‘Shake It Off (Mike Portnoy’s Version)’

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 26: Drummer Mike Portnoy of Sons of Apollo performs at The Fillmore on January 26, 2020 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Miikka Skaffari/FilmMagic)

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Metallica issued a direct statement on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, addressing the widespread technical issues and fan backlash following the sell-out of their upcoming "Life Burns Faster" residency at the Las Vegas Sphere. What began as an eight-show run in October 2026 rapidly expanded to 24 dates extending through March 2027 to meet "extraordinary" demand, yet many fans still faced grueling digital queues and site crashes during the March 6 general on-sale.

In their message, the band admitted the process was "frustrating and not always smooth," noting they are working with partners to find "remedies" for future ticket cycles. While the residency is currently officially sold out, Metallica has not entirely closed the door on the future, stating that while no additional shows will be added "at this point in time." The 24-night engagement will uphold the band’s "No Repeat Weekend" tradition, featuring completely unique setlists for every Thursday and Saturday pairing.

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Boy George has revealed that artificial intelligence has become a central component of his creative process, sharing that he has already used ChatGPT to write material for five upcoming albums. Speaking on a recent episode of Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place podcast, the 64-year-old singer praised the technology for acting as a collaborative sounding board that eliminates the social friction often found in human partnerships.

"I have fantastic conversations with ChatGPT," George remarked, explaining that he uses the tool to workshop lyrics and even translate his British-style writing into Persian for recent tracks like "I Am Iran". Addressing the industry-wide debate over job security, the pop icon offered a blunt perspective, stating, "If you get replaced by a robot, you weren't trying hard enough". His enthusiastic stance places him among a growing group of veteran artists, including Paul McCartney and Liza Minnelli, who have integrated AI into their modern workflows.

#BoyGeorge #CultureClub #AI #ChatGPT #Songwriting #MusicNews2026 #HappyPlacePodcast #IAmIran #AIPop #CreativeTech

Jonathan Davis, the lead vocalist of the two-time Grammy-winning band Korn, has been officially named the Grand Marshal for the Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube. On Sunday, March 15, 2026, Davis will take the stage at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway to deliver the command, "Drivers, start your engines," for the NASCAR Cup Series race.

Davis, a cultural icon in the metal and alternative rock scenes, expressed his excitement for the event, noting the parallels between the "chaos" of a Korn concert and the high-intensity energy of a NASCAR track. His appearance adds to a major spring presence for the band in Las Vegas, as Korn is also scheduled to perform at the Sick New World Festival later this year. The race weekend will also feature a national anthem performance by rock legends Foreigner and a pace car appearance by WWE’s Tiffany Stratton.

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Bruce Springsteen is set to release a studio cover of The Pogues’ beloved ballad "A Rainy Night in Soho" this Thursday, March 12, 2026. The announcement was shared via social media by Victoria Mary Clarke, the widow of late Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan, who described the track as a "beautiful" and "stunning tribute" to MacGowan’s songwriting.

Springsteen, a longtime admirer of MacGowan, famously performed the song live to open his 2024 concerts in Kilkenny and Dublin, Ireland, shortly after MacGowan’s passing at age 65. While a live version from Dublin was previously included in a digital collection in late 2024, this upcoming release marks the first time a formal studio rendition by Springsteen has been made available. The Boss previously hailed MacGowan as one of his "all-time favorite writers," stating that his lyrics are "unmatched by all but the very best in the rock and roll canon".

#BruceSpringsteen #ThePogues #ShaneMacGowan #ARainyNightInSoho #NewMusic2026 #TheBoss #IrishMusic #RockNews #VictoriaMaryClarke #EStreetBand

Heidi Shepherd, lead vocalist of Butcher Babies, has officially confirmed that the band's fifth studio album is complete. In a new interview with Radioactive MikeZ yesterday, Shepherd revealed that the project is "dunzo" and marked by a deeply personal, autobiographical tone, covering pivotal moments from the last 25 years of her life.

Originally conceived as an EP with Judge & Jury Records, the project expanded into a full-length LP after Shepherd and guitarist Henry Flury found themselves in a prolific writing streak. The album, produced by Howard Benson and Neil Sanderson, follows the band's recent singles "Sincerity" and the newly released "Lost In Your Touch". Shepherd noted that fans can expect a balance of the band's signature "brutally heavy" sound alongside more melodic, vulnerable tracks, describing at least one upcoming song as a total "neck-breaker".

#ButcherBabies #HeidiShepherd #NewAlbum2026 #MetalNews #LostInYourTouch #Sincerity #JudgeAndJuryRecords #HowardBenson #HardRock #HeavyMetal

Lamb of God will celebrate the arrival of their tenth studio album, Into Oblivion, with a special pop-up performance at the Theatre of Living Arts (TLA) in Philadelphia on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The one-off event occurs just two days after the album’s official release on March 13 and offers fans a rare opportunity to see the band in a venue far more intimate than the arenas they typically headline.

The show features support from Fit For An Autopsy and serves as a high-octane warm-up for the band’s full North American headlining tour, which officially kicks off on March 17 in National Harbor, Maryland.

Produced by longtime collaborator Josh Wilbur, Into Oblivion has already been preceded by singles like "Sepsis" and "Blunt Force Blues," with frontman Randy Blythe describing the record as a reflection on the "rapid breakdown of the social contract".

#LambOfGod #IntoOblivion #Philadelphia #TLAPhilly #LiveMusic2026 #MetalNews #RandyBlythe #FitForAnAutopsy #NewAlbum #HeavyMetal

David Draiman, the lead singer of Disturbed, performed a powerful rendition of the U.S. national anthem on Monday, March 9, 2026, at The Algemeiner’s 12th Annual J100 Gala. Held at Capitale in New York City, the event convened global leaders and public figures to celebrate individuals positively influencing Jewish life.

Draiman was also a primary honoree of the evening, recognized alongside Argentinian President Javier Milei and investor Boaz Weinstein for his outspoken advocacy against antisemitism and his support for Israel. The performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" was a personal milestone for the vocalist, who has frequently expressed his lifelong dream of performing the anthem at major national events, including the Super Bowl.

#DavidDraiman #Disturbed #AlgemeinerGala #J100 #NationalAnthem #JavierMilei #NewYorkCity #MusicNews #RockAdvocacy #StarSpangledBanner

Corey Feldman took to social media on over the weekend, to confirm that he was not invited to participate in the Academy Awards tribute to the late Rob Reiner. While reports indicate that fellow Stand by Me stars Jerry O’Connell and Wil Wheaton, as well as When Harry Met Sally leads Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, have been tapped for the March 15 ceremony, Feldman was notably absent from the lineup.

In a lengthy post on X, Feldman suggested his exclusion may be due to his long-standing, outspoken advocacy regarding childhood abuse in Hollywood. Despite the snub, he urged fans to stop petitions for his inclusion, stating, "This isn't about me... It’s about the tragic loss of our friend Rob Reiner and his memory". Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were tragically killed in their Los Angeles home in December 2025; their son, Nick Reiner, has since been charged in connection with their deaths.

Corey Feldman’s music career has remained active and eclectic, characterized by high-energy live performances that lean heavily into 80s nostalgia. Despite a viral reputation for "bizarre" stage theatrics and mixed critical reviews, Feldman has maintained a dedicated following. His recent musical output, including the psychedelic single "Characters," continues his trend of experimental rock, while a new documentary, Corey Feldman vs. the World, has recently been released to chronicle the chaotic realities of his life on the road.

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#CoreyFeldman #RobReiner #Oscars2026 #StandByMe #InMemoriam #HollywoodNews #AcademyAwards #MusicAndMovies #WilWheaton #JerryOConnell

Nikki Sixx issued a public defense of bandmate Vince Neil after a fan posted a negative critique of the singer’s weight and singing ability.

The "fan" wrote "You should get Vince jogging or some Ozempic. Fat shit can’t sign"

Sixx responded, "What an embarrassing thing to post to me about my singer who’s been with me for 45 years. No matter what you think he’s my brother and you can go suck a d*ck."

#NikkiSixx #VinceNeil #MotleyCrue #MusicNews #LiveMusic2026 #RockNews #RockHistory #StadiumTour

Maynard James Keenan—vocalist for Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer—recently visited the Hollywood location of Amoeba Music to participate in the store's long-running "What’s In My Bag?" video series. The 61-year-old musician showcased a diverse collection of 13 items, reflecting his wide-ranging personal tastes and Ohio roots.

Keenan’s haul included jazz landmarks like the Ahmad Jamal Trio’s The Awakening, alongside punk and hardcore essentials from Minor Threat, Black Flag, and X. He also paid homage to his hometown of Akron, Ohio, by picking up albums from Devo and The Pretenders, and rounded out the list with N.W.A’s Straight Outta Compton, Joni Mitchell, and a Pee-wee Herman coffee mug. The appearance comes as Keenan shifts focus to Puscifer’s newest release, Normal Isn’t, and their upcoming North American tour, which kicks off March 20 with special guest Dave Hill.

#MaynardJamesKeenan #Tool #Puscifer #APerfectCircle #AmoebaMusic #WhatsInMyBag #VinylCollection #MusicNews #RecordHaul #NormalIsnt

The countdown of 1851 days aligns with the exact span of time since the release of the 2021 album, Death by Rock and Roll.

This precise timing has led to speculation that a significant announcement or new music may be imminent.

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