Kenny Hickey Turns Down Type O Negative Reunion
The former guitarist rejected a lucrative offer to reunite the band for a show without late vocalist Peter Steele.
U.S. Metal News
This section covers heavy metal and hard rock in the United States — bands, albums, tours, festivals and the community and industry built around the genre. Reporting takes in established acts and emerging artists across metal's subgenres.
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November 6, 2026
Chris Kontos Parts Ways With ForbiddenThe drummer left the metal band after nearly four years, citing financial integrity and accounting transparency concerns.
November 6, 2026
Comeback Kid Shares 'Shedding Season' Featuring SpiritboxThe single previews Comeback Kid's eighth studio album 'Chosen Hell', due November 6, 2026 via SharpTone Records.
November 4, 2026
Chuck Billy Cuts Long Hair ShortThe Testament vocalist, 64, debuted the new look in a social media video alongside the November 10 release of his memoir.
November 3, 2026
Mastodon Seeks Partial Dismissal of Hinds LawsuitThe band asked an Atlanta judge to toss parts of a suit by the estate of late guitarist Brent Hinds over his 25% stake and album artwork.
October 31, 2026
Crobot to Launch Dark Side of the Supermoon TourThe rock band will kick off their upcoming tour and release a new four-song companion EP on November 5, 2026.
October 30, 2026
Hatebreed Releases The Carrion Choir Music VideoThe metal band debuts a new single ahead of their upcoming studio album launch.
October 29, 2026
Avenged Sevenfold Guitarist Defends Generative AI UseGuitarist Zacky Vengeance publicly supports the use of generative AI in music and design projects.
October 29, 2026
Phil Soussan to Premiere New Single on MetalshopThe bassist will showcase a track from his upcoming solo album on the October 31, 2026, broadcast.
October 29, 2026
Maynard James Keenan Reflects on Tool and Future PlansThe Tool vocalist looks back at his career journey as the band prepares for a new studio album.
October 28, 2026
Villain Press Releases Debut EP No ReturnThe rock group features a collaboration between musicians and The Rock N Roll & Coffee Show podcasters.
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