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9 Rock + Metal Bands With 7 or More Members
Here are nine rock and metal bands that either have or were known for having a lineup that consisted of seven or more members at a time.

Tom Morello Reacts to Democrats’ Domination of Midterm Election
Tom Morello has thoughts after the midterm elections saw the flipping of power in the House of Representatives and the Senate.

14 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (Oct. 30-Nov. 5, 2026)
Get new touring announcements from Rush, Breaking Benjamin, Dexter and the Moonrocks, Alexisonfire and Poison the Well among others.

This Week's New Albums
See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.

Sharon Osbourne Says ’50 Percent’ of 2027 Ozzfest Lineup Is Confirmed
Fans are waiting to see which bands will play Ozzfest next year and Sharon Osbourne has revealed how much progress has been made on that front.

Your Phone Is Listening to You: Here’s Why it Happens and How To Stop It
Think your phone's eavesdropping on every word? The reality is more nuanced, and there's one switch that changes everything.

Least Played Song Off All 19 Rush Albums
See how many times they were played and when Rush last played them.

22 Punk Bands Still Going With One Original Member
These 19 punk bands have stuck it out, albeit with only one original member still going today. And they deserve some credit for their perseverance, too.

Tom Morello Names His Four Greatest Musical Failures (+ Why It Was Good for Him)
Tom Morello names four musical failures in his life that has shaped his career.

Ozzfest 2027: 3 dates announced
Three big Ozzfest shows have been announced for 2027.

Rush 2027 Sphere Residency
Rush will bring their Elevate From the Norm show to the Las Vegas Sphere for a handful of shows in 2027.

Ayron Jones Believes His Next Album Is ‘Bigger + Better’ Than Ever — Interview
Ayron Jones joins Loudwire Nights to discuss his latest song, "Glad You Came," and open up about the journey that's led to his next full-length album.

Full-Size Pickups Top Texas Auto Theft List
Fullsize pickup trucks are getting stolen at alarming rates across Texas, and thieves have clear favorites when it comes to which models to target.

Testament’s Chuck Billy Debuts Bold New Look Inspired by Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains
Testament's Chuck Billy has a startling new look, and he blames a fellow rocker for pushing him to do it.

Backlash Grows Over Google’s Classroom AI Mandate
Google's new policy ties school search access to AI adoption, leaving districts with a tough choice about student technology.

TouchTunes 21st Century Rock Songs List Tells Us What Songs You Actually Pay to Play
TouchTunes counts down the 21 most played 21st Century Rock Songs based on their airplay usage.

November Album History: The Big Releases From Each Day
Some of the most beloved albums from Metallica, Killswitch Engage and Rage Against the Machine were all released in November. Here is a look at the best from each day.

Zakk Wylde Names the Greatest Acoustic Guitar Players of All Time
Zakk Wylde called The Guitar Trio, Tony Iommi, Randy Rhoads and Jerry Cantrell the greatest acoustic guitarists of all time.

$20,000 Winning Ticket Sold At Sammy's In and Out in Victoria
While this isn't a Texas Lottery top prize, it is a good chunk of change. A $20,000 winning ticket was sold at the Sammy's In and out Store on Mockingbird Ln in Victoria.

Breaking Benjamin Book First 2027 U.S. Tour Dates With Starset, P.O.D + Filter
See when and where you can catch Breaking Benjamin in 2027, with their special guests Starset, P.O.D. and Filter.

Mastodon File for Partial Dismissal of Brent Hinds’ Estate Lawsuit
The band's legal team sought the dismissal of the lawsuit while picking apart the phrasing of the complaint.
