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Ozzy And Tony Iommi Reunite For Brief Show At Commonwealth Games

The fans of the original line up of Black Sabbath were treated to a rare show recently. During the British Commonwealth Games, Tony Iommy and Ozzy Osbourne reunited to play a few short Sabbath classics.

Whitesnake Bow Out of Scorpions Tour

One of the biggest hard rock tours of the year has hit a boulder. Due to health issues, David Coverdale has announced that Whitesnake will not be joining the Scorpions on their late summer tour.

Phil Anselmo and Rex Brown Announce ‘Pantera’ Reunion With Charlie Benante and Zakk Wylde

Well, the obvious has happened. Phil Anslemo and Rex Brown are coming together to try and reunite some form of Pantera. Recruiting guitar legend Zakk Wylde and drumming efficient monster Charlie Benante. The former are intending to take on the world once again. Except this time, it’s under the Pantera moniker. Combined with an announced tour, this line-up is contracting some very different opinions.

Hard Rock Anniversary – 42 Years of AC/DC’s ‘Back in Black’

It’s one of the most iconic albums of all time. In any popular genre. It’s sold approximately fifty million copies. Making it the third highest selling album of all time. I’m talking of course, about AC/DC’s ‘Back in Black.’ A top to bottom romp of hard rock excellence that will live on forever.

Stranger Things Boosts Heavy Metal Popularity

As we all know, Netflix’s Stranger Things is a global phenomenon. And with the new season 4, the show has grown even more exponentially. Even introducing a slew of new characters to join the extended gang. Most notably, the addition of the Dungeons and Dragons metal head Eddie Munson.

Journey Return To Form With ‘Freedom’

Journey have just dropped their first album in nine years. 2013’s ‘Eclipse’ was a pretty good album actually. With many tracks exploring the heavier, darker side of Neil Schon and co’s songwriting. But now, Journey return to their 80’s heyday sound with their new album ‘Freedom.’ A lengthy, fifteen track album that’s sure to please even the purest of Journey fans.

Poison Regularly Stealing The Night on the Def Leppard/Motley Crue Stadium Tour

As the Joan Jett, Poison, Motley Crue and Def Leppard stadium tour continues it’s historical audience attendance. There’s common talk of one band emerging from the line-up as dominating the evening. And that group is Poison.

Ozzy Drops Strongest Single In 27 Years

The Prince of Darkness has unleashed a new single on the masses. It’s one of the strongest in a long line of excellent material. ‘Patient #9’ is a timeless classic of melodic hard rock glory. A groove oriented track that features guitar legend Jeff Beck. A match made in heaven. The last time Ozzy released material of this strength was in 1995 with the ‘Ozzmosis’ record.

King’s X Release New Single ‘Let It Rain,’ Annouce New Album ‘Three Sides of One’

After fourteen years, King’s X have finally released new material. Their last album, ‘XV’ was released in 2008. A tour ensued and the band expanded their popularity through touring and a killer live album recorded in London. From there a string of solo albums from each member were released. Before touring again, and eventually coming to this moment. The release of ‘Let It Rain.’ And a new album, ‘Three Sides of One.’ Due out September 2.

Metal Anniversary – 30 Years of Black Sabbath’s Dehumanizer

It’s Black Sabbath’s heaviest album. A hour long juggxrnaught of an album from top to bottom. A gamut of heavy metal excellence that stands the test of time. I’m talking of course of Black Sabbath’s ‘Dehumanizer’ album. Their 1992 Ronnie James Dio/Vinnie Appice reunion masterpiece.