Peter Frampton & Tom Morello Unite
Rock legend Peter Frampton is back in a big way—and he’s bringing some serious firepower with him. His new track “Lions At The Gate,” featuring Tom Morello, is one of the standout collaborations from his upcoming album Carry the Light, marking his first full collection of original rock music in over 16 years.
The song itself leans into a gritty, protest-driven vibe, with Morello’s signature aggressive guitar style adding edge and urgency to Frampton’s classic sound. It’s a powerful blend of old-school rock craftsmanship and modern attitude—proof that Frampton isn’t just revisiting the past, he’s evolving it.
Carry the Light drops May 15, 2026 via UMe and was co-written and produced alongside Frampton’s son, Julian—adding a personal, generational layer to the project.
Official OZZY OSBOURNE Tribute Watch To Arrive In May; 100% Of Proceeds To Go To MusiCares
Split Watches has released a limited-edition watch called "The Ozzy" as a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, with all profits going to charity. The watch features design elements inspired by Ozzy's visual identity and musical career, while also incorporating a Seiko automatic chronograph movement. The project has personal significance for Split's founders, who were influenced by Ozzy's music growing up. The watch is priced at £2,350 and only 50 pieces are available for purchase, with sales opening on May 14th.
Jack White Joins Coachella Lineup As Surprise Addition
Jack White is joining the Coachella 2026 lineup. The musician was announced as a surprise guest and is scheduled to take the stage at the Mojave Tent on Saturday during Weekend One. He'll perform a 45-minute set at 3 p.m., a time slot that's typically reserved for unexpected performances. This will be White's first time performing at Coachella since headlining in 2015. It's not clear if he'll be performing during Weekend Two. Weekend One of Coachcella is scheduled for April 10th through the 12th in Indio, California.
Nine Inch Nails And Boys Noize Releasing Collaborative Nine Inch Noize Album
Nine Inch Noize, the collaboration between Nine Inch Nails and Boys Noize, has an album on the way.They shared the news with a post on Instagram. It's called "Halo 38" and is available to pre-save now. The album will be out on April 17th.
FOO FIGHTERS: Share Live Video for Toy Track
Foo Fighters have shared a live performance of "Of All People," one of the tracks on their upcoming album Your Favorite Toy. The video is taken from the Other Voices special they did for Irish TV network RTE. Check out the video on YouTube. The full show can be watched on the RTE website. Your Favorite Toy is due out April 24th.
Metallica Announce Two Shows Celebrating Mohegan Sun Arena's 25th Anniversary
Metallica are celebrating the 25th anniversary of Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. The band is scheduled to perform two special concerts in the venue on November 19th and the 21st. Both shows will be different as Metallica brings their No Repeat Weekend tradition to the arena. The first night will feature Suicidal Tendencies, while the second night includes Spiritbox. Tickets for both performances go on sale this Friday.
"SNL" Announces Final Hosts, Musical Guests For Season 51
Saturday Night Live is lining up some big names for the final episodes of its 51st season.Olivia Rodrigo will pull double duty as host and musical guest on the May 2nd episode. The season's penultimate episode on May 9th will be hosted by Matt Damon with musical guest Noah Kahan. The season finale on May 16th will be hosted by former cast member Will Ferrell with the legendary Paul McCartney serving as musical guest.
New Linkin Park Drummer Gives Valid Reason for the Band Refusing to Do Meet and Greets
New Linkin Park drummer Colin Brittain recently explained the band's decision to avoid meet and greets in order to conserve energy for their performances. In an interview on the One Life One Chance Podcast, Brittain discussed the band's approach to managing their energy levels during shows. He highlighted the support and encouragement he and new vocalist Emily Armstrong have received from established band members like Mike Shinoda. The band's decision reflects their commitment to delivering high-quality performances and preserving Armstrong's voice for demanding vocal duties during their ongoing reunion activities.
mgk Debuts Bouncy New Track 'All Around The World' Featuring Fred Durst
mgk debuted a new track called ‘All Around The World’ during his tour in Australia, showcasing a venture into nu-metal with the help of Fred Durst. The song has a bouncy and belligerent sound reminiscent of Limp Bizkit, with Durst adding his touch to the track. mgk and Durst had fun collaborating on the song, with mgk calling on Durst to contribute to the track. Fans can check out footage of the debut performance online.
Rob Zombie delivers gritty video for 'The Black Scorpion'
ROB ZOMBIE has released a new music video for his single, The Black Scorpion, from his latest album, The Great Satan. The video features Zombie and his band performing the punk-metal track in a dark, green-lit setting. The song is part of a collection of standout tracks on the album, showcasing Zombie's return to heavy music and solidifying his legendary status in the genre. With The Great Satan, Zombie continues to push boundaries and deliver bold, fully realized music that defies convention.
Twisted Sister Announce 2026 Tour Dates With Sebastian Bach
Twisted Sister are announcing their first batch of 2026 tour dates with Sebastian Bach, who has stepped in to front the band after Dee Snider's retirement. On Tuesday, the band shared four dates. They'll kick things off on September 4th in Palmer, Alaska.From there Twisted Sister will perform in Durant, Oklahoma, and Niagara Fall, Ontario, before wrapping up on October 10th in Windsor, Ontario. Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday.
New Tentative Release Date for Slipknot Members' 'Look Outside Your Window' Revealed
A tentative release date for Slipknot members' album Look Outside Your Window has been revealed online, with vinyl and CD formats set for release on June 12. The album, recorded during the late 2000s, features a more experimental and rock sound compared to Slipknot's usual style. Limited vinyl copies will be available on Record Store Day, April 18, with pre-orders possibly starting on May 19. The album is self-titled and not marketed as a Slipknot record, showcasing a different musical direction for the band.
Third Eye Blind covers David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’ with Elle King
Third Eye Blind has released a cover of David Bowie's "Heroes" featuring Elle King. The band shared that recording the song at East West Studios deepened their appreciation for Bowie's brilliance. The cover is available exclusively on Amazon Music and precedes Third Eye Blind's performance at the 2026 Stagecoach festival. Michael Marcagi has also released a cover of The Head and the Heart's "Rivers and Roads" exclusively for Amazon Music, featuring Chance Peña and The Head and the Heart.
American Football and Turnstile's Brendan Yates Team Up for "No Feeling"
American Football, the pioneers of Midwest emo, have released a new single titled 'No Feeling' featuring Turnstile frontman Brendan Yates. The track is a shimmering, synth-heavy offering from their upcoming album '(LP4)', set to be released on May 1. The collaboration between American Football and Yates resulted in a haunting duet that showcases their unique vocal styles. The accompanying video features ghost-like creatures on a sunken ship, adding to the ethereal atmosphere of the song. American Football will embark on a US tour followed by dates in the UK and Europe, marking a significant return for the band after seven years.
On This Day
·In 1973 - Queen made their debut performance at the Marquee Theater in London.
·In 1983 - David Bowie was No. 1 on the U.K. singles chart with the title track from his latest album Let's Dance, his fourth U.K. No. 1 and featuring guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan. "Let's Dance" was a U.S. No. 1 hit as well, making it Bowie's first single to reach number one on both sides of the Atlantic.
·In 1984 - R.E.M. released their second studio album, Reckoning. It features "So. Central Rain (I'm Sorry)" and "(Don't Go Back To) Rockville." There was reportedly pressure from R.E.M.’s label I.R.S. Records to take a more commercial direction with the material, but messages sent to producers Don Dixon and Mitch Easter during sessions in North Carolina were ignored. The album received near-universal critical acclaim, was a hit at college radio, and peaked at No. 27 on the Billboard 200 chart.
·In 1999 - Bruce Springsteen began his first tour with the E Street Band since 1988 with a concert in Barcelona. The tour lasted until July 2000, for a total of 132 shows.
·In 2008 - Elton John played a fundraiser for Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, bringing in about $2.5 million. In 2013, Clinton was honored by the Elton John AIDS Foundation for her support of gay rights.
·In 2016 - Fleetwood Mac announced Lindsey Buckingham had been fired from the band and would be replaced by Crowded House's Neil Finn and Mike Campbell, former lead guitarist of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers on their upcoming tour. Describing Lindsey's departure as bittersweet, Stevie Nicks stated: "Our relationship has always been volatile."