Mad About Rock

  Get ready to turn up the volume! Download Festival is thrilled to announce the launch of The Download, an all-new radio show coming to Kerrang! Radio starting January 2025. Hosted by the one and only Alex Baker, this electrifying new show will celebrate the world’s most legendary rock and metal festival, bringing fans closer than ever to the Download experience. Tune in every Saturday from 5PM to 7PM to dive deep into the sounds, stories, and excitement of Download Festival. From exclusive interviews with rock icons and up-and-coming bands, to the latest news, lineup updates, fan memories and exclusive insider scoops, The Download will be the ultimate destination for rock and metal fans around the globe. Alex Baker, is set to take listeners on a journey through the past, present, and future of Download “I’m SO STOKED to be doing this show! I have never missed a Download in its history, and having the opportunity to create something that helps amplify the community, the humans o...

  FOZZY is Excited to Announce Their Most Anticipated Tour to Date: The "2025th Anniversary Tour”! Set to kick off in Springfield, MO on April 17 while concluding in Wyandotte, MI on May 12. FOZZY will hit the road on a cross country journey to 20 of the nations most epic venues, bringing their electrifying live performances for fans in every city. Featuring Superstar showman Chris Jericho on vocals tagging with the iconic signature riffs of maven guitarist Rich Ward, Fozzy is set to launch the next phase of their 25th Anniversary tour with guitarist Billy Grey, bassist P.J. Farley, and drummer Grant Brooks rounding out the band. Living up to their unabashed and uncaged reputation, FOZZY truly delivers the ultimate arena rock experience to every show - a sonic assault of head banging, energy, attitude and most importantly, songs. With Eight albums under their belt, a Certified RIAA Gold single with "Judas", Seven Straight Top 10 Radio Singles, Over 300 MILLION US Streams...

  Ascending UK alt-rockers SAINTS AMONG US charge forward with the release of their massively captivating new single, Hunger. The band have just detailed a superb lyric video for the track, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEBiZmjUjy8 Featuring Maddy (vocals), Rahmaal (bass), Tom (guitar), and brothers Brad (guitar) and Adam (drums), SAINTS AMONG US were born in Doncaster, England, and for the past six years, the powerful alternative crew have been crafting anthems and shaping a live set of hearty earworms that are ram-packed with colossal riffs, captivating synth lines and hooky refrains. In addition to delivering a slew of scorching cuts, the Yorkshire quintet are also big advocates of mental health, and their lyrical themes touch on everything from self-identity, self-worth, and the belief that brokenness can be beautiful. Momentum is certainly building for the Brit alt-rockers, and a constant flow of well-received singles has aided in their growth, as well as widespread ...

  Legendary rock band The Used have announced their 25th Anniversary Tour kicking off in Spring ‘25. Full details can be found here: https://conta.cc/41sfqn0 In celebration of the unforgetting fan experience of 3 nights in each city with full album play throughs of their first three records: their self-titled record The Used (2002), In Love And Death (2004) and Lies For The Liars (2007), the band have released limited edition vinyls with reimagined artwork for each album. The limited supply will be available Thursday, December 19 for purchase at www.TheUsed.net . Self Titled Artwork by Cam Rackam In Love And Death artwork by Alex Pardee Lies for the Liars artwork by Craola The reconceptualised visions of the cover art from artists Cam Rackam , Alex Pardee and Craola will bring visual dimension to these beloved records, making this special edition a must-have for fans of both the band and the genre. More on each artist below. First released in 2002, their platinum-certified sel...

  Fresh from a sold out show in London at the Electric Ballroom and a headlining appearance at Planet Rockstock, globally renowned rock icon and founding member of Hanoi Rocks, Michael Monroe, returns to the UK in May 2025 for a series of headline shows. In addition to headlining BEL-AOR Rocks in Belfast on May 24th and The Call of The Wild Festival in Lincoln on June 1st, Michael will also be playing seven UK club shows. The dates are as follows: May 22 - Newcastle, University 23 - Glasgow, Slay 24 - BEL-AOR Rocks, Belfast 26 - Southampton, The 1865 27 - Brighton, Concorde 2 28 - Bristol, Thekla 30 - Swansea, Sin City 31 - Buckley, Tivoli June 1 - Call of The Wild Festival, Lincoln As always Michael will be joined by his incredible band - Sami Yaffa (bass), Rich Jones (Guitar), Steve Conte (Guitar) and Karl Rockfist (drums). The show will feature songs from throughout Michael’s career including Hanoi Rocks, Demolition 23 as well as his solo career. Tickets are on sale now a...

  British singer/songwriter Toby Jepson has premiered a new animated video for the lead track from his 'Look Out!' mini-album trilogy. Titled 'Alone With You', it's the first of 20 brand new songs by the Wayward Sons and former Little Angels frontman that are being released under his solo moniker, Toby and the Whole Truth. Watch 'Alone With You' (official music video): https://youtu.be/b7x0l5fbTFA 'Alone With You' is an energetic, full-throttle rock anthem that delves into the challenges of men's mental health, drawing from Toby's personal experiences. This theme is vividly brought to life in the new psychedelic animated video, which offers a captivating journey through the intricate corridors of his mind. The visuals poignantly depict the vulnerability and fragility one can feel amidst the chaotic and often overwhelming nature of the modern digital world. "My intention with the videos associated with my new Look Out! song collection w...

  Cult Of Alcaeus has signed with Nova Era Records and joined forces with Necro Algorithm to present "Doomed Algorithms", the split album by Cult Of Alcaeus and Necro Algorithm , released through Nova Era Records. "Doomed Algorithms" is a sonic apocalypse, blending "Doomed Cycles" by Cult of Alcaeus and "Synthetic Souls" by Necro Algorithm, renowned for their crushing soundscapes and futuristic aesthetic. More than just an album, this is a manifesto against humanity's obsolescence under machine dominance, a celebration of chaos where societal collapse meets the algorithm. What to Expect? Devastating riffs, ferocious vocals, and profound lyrics tackling human violence, apocalyptic visions, technological dominance, and the clash between man and machine—all delivered through top-tier production. This album promises to be a milestone in the extreme Death, Thrash, and Groove Metal scene.  Follow Nova Era Records, Cult Of Alcaeus and Necro Algorith...