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Something About This Rock Hall Induction Feels Off

The gatekeepers of rock history are making decisions that don't make any sense, and legacy artists are scrambling to handle the fallout. From the messy politics behind who gets into the Rock Hall to veteran musicians dropping "reimagined" tracks nobody asked for, the line between honoring the past and exploiting it is completely blurred.

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TOWNSEND: Heavy Metal is for Hypersensitive Kids

Devin explains why the heaviest music comes from the most sensitive people, not "sociopaths".

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April 30, 2026

Why Nazareth’s Pete Agnew Thinks the Internet is KILLING Rock and Roll

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Nazareth founding member Pete Agnew doesn't pull punches when discussing the state of the music industry and the upcoming "Titans of Classic Rock" tour with Foghat. While the world remembers them for the legendary ballad "Love Hurts," Agnew reveals the raw, hard-rocking reality of a band that has survived five decades of industry shifts. From the "gift from the gods" in new vocalist Gianni Pontillo to the polarizing effect of the internet on global setlists, this is an uncensored look at rock royalty still claiming their throne. Discover why the "original rockers" are the only ones left who truly understand the spirit of the 70s.

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STAR-STUDDED CAST JOINS EUROPE IN NEW VIDEO FOR LATEST SINGLE ‘THE CULT OF IGNORANCE’

June 3^rd 2026 – Europe release the hook-laden new single, ‘The Cult of Ignorance’, the second track unveiled from their highly anticipated forthcoming studio album, Come This Madness, set for release on September 25^th via Silver Lining Music.

Pre-orders are available now.

Driven by an instantly memorable hook and an anthemic chorus, ‘The Cult of Ignorance’ combines undeniable catchiness with a message that resonates in today’s fast-moving world, delivering moments of reflection without losing its positive, feel-good energy.

As well as featuring Europe, the accompanying star-studded video showcases cameos from high-profile friends of the band, including renowned actress Malin Åkerman, former World No. 1 and multiple Grand Slam champion tennis player Stefan Edberg, astronaut Christer Fuglesang, Howling Pelle (The Hives), Mikael Åkerfeldt and Fredrik Åkesson (Opeth) and E-Type, alongside many other notable personalities from the world of music, film, fashion, sports and science.

“I love this track! It’s a straightforward rock anthem with lyrics reflecting the times we live in, written slightly tongue in cheek” says Europe’s founding member and frontman Joey Tempest. “Mic (keyboards) came to me with this song idea while on tour in South America - I thought it was crazy good! We finished it together and it’s become a real banger! The title was inspired by a phrase coined by author and biochemist Isaac Asimov. It reflects some of the negative tendencies emerging in our world today, though it is written in a slightly light-hearted tone.”

Europe’s new studio album Come This Madness signals a powerful new chapter for one of rock’s most enduring acts. Across songs like ‘One on One’, ‘The Cult of Ignorance’, and the title track ‘Come This Madness’, the band channel tension, truth, and raw energy into a record that feels both deeply personal and globally resonant.

Watch and listen to Europe’s recently released and celebrated single, ‘One on One’ below. The song is accompanied by a cinematic video featuring acclaimed actor Peter Stormare (Fargo, The Big Lebowski, Minority Report, 8MM, Armageddon) and directed by Patric Ullaeus.

Come This Madness was recorded at RMV Studio, the Stockholm-based recording facility founded by Benny Andersson and Ludvig Andersson. The album features special guests Tobias Forge (Ghost) and Mikael Åkerfeldt (Opeth) on backing vocals and was produced by acclaimed producer Tom Dalgety (Ghost, Rammstein, Pixies, The Cult, Opeth), who became a true creative force throughout the process, deeply embedded in the band’s writing and recording, shaping the album’s sound from the ground up. To bring the project to its final stage and complete their vision, the band turned to one of rock’s most respected recording legends Mike Fraser (AC/DC, Van Halen, Metallica, The Cult, Loverboy) to mix the record.

With Come This Madness, Europe deliver a landmark record that finds them fully realised and present, confronting the realities of the modern world with conviction and creativity. Building on the momentum surrounding the album's release, the band will also embark on an extensive run of live dates, including numerous festival appearances and a major tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Final Countdown. Kicking off in Glasgow on September 30^th, The Final Countdown 40th Anniversary Tour promises to unite the legacy that defined them with the renewed energy, driving them forward today. For a full list of dates and ticket information, please visit: www.europetheband.com

2026 Dates:

6 Jun - North Festival, Maia (PT)
21 Jun - Graspop Metal Meeting, Dessel (BE)
25 Jun - Rock Pod Kameňom Festival, Bela Nad Cirochou (SK)
28 Jun - Retro Trop C, Tilloloy (FR)
5 Jul – Summer Festival Piazza Castello, Marostica (IT)
7 Jul - Cavea-Auditorium Parco della Musica, Roma (IT)
8 Jul - Arena Campo Marte, Brescia (IT)
9 Jul - Villa Bertelli, Forte Dei Marmi (IT)
25 Jul - Son Do Mar Festival, Meaño, Pontevedra (ES)
30 Jul - Wacken Open Air, Wacken (DE)
29 Aug - Stonedead Festival, Newark (GB)
30 Sep - SEC Armadillo, Glasgow (GB)*
2 Oct - Civic Hall, Wolverhampton (GB)*
3 Oct - Eventim Apollo Hammersmith, London (GB)*
5 Oct - Musis Arnhem, Arnhem (NL)*
6 Oct - Olympia, Paris (FR)*
8 Oct - Poble Espanyol, Barcelona (ES)*
9 Oct - Bilbao Arena Mirabilla, Bilbao (ES)*
10 Oct - La Cubierta, Madrid (ES)*
12 Oct - Salle Métropole, Lausanne (CH)*
13 Oct - Volkshaus, Zürich (CH)*
14 Oct - Alcatraz, Milan (IT)*
16 Oct - Liederhalle, Stuttgart (DE)*
17 Oct - Gasometer, Wien (AT)*
19 Oct - Admiralspalast Theater, Berlin (DE)*
20 Oct - COS Torwar, Warszawa (PL)*
22 Oct - Falkoner, Frederiksberg (DK)*
23 Oct - Film Studios, Gothenburg (SE)*
24 Oct - B-K, Stockholm (SE)*
26 Oct - Sentrum Scene, Oslo (NO)*
15 Nov - Malta Metal Weekend, St. Julians (MT)*
21 Nov - Ostravar Aréna, Ostrava (CZ)*
25 Nov - Aalto Hall @ House of Culture, Helsinki (FI)*
27 Nov - John Smith Rock Frozen Paviljonki, Jyväskylä (FI)*
28 Nov - Unholy Winter Festival Joensuu Areena, Joensuu (FI)*

*The Final Countdown 40th Anniversary Tour

Come This Madness album artwork by Storm Studios (Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and Muse).

Come This Madness track listing:

One on One
The Cult of Ignorance
Come This Madness
This Time of Year
In a Different World
Scandinavian Eyes
Takin’ It Back
In the Absence of Grace
The Angels Must Have Flown
The Devil’s Back
Nothing Can Follow This

Come This Madness will be available on vinyl, CD and digital formats.

EUROPE are:
Joey Tempest - Lead Vocals
John Norum - Guitars
John Levén - Bass
Mic Michaeli - Keyboards
Ian Haugland - Drums

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1 hour ago

Crown Lands Created Something Bigger Than “Prog”

How far can Crown Lands push modern progressive rock without compromising accessibility?

Most bands are chasing shorter songs. Crown Lands went the opposite direction. And somehow it works.

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Cody Bowles breaks down why Crown Lands refuses to write for short attention spans, how Apocalypse was built, and why progressive rock still matters in 2026.

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This conversation digs deep into songwriting, long-form music, touring realities, vocal evolution, and the challenge of building something ambitious in today’s music industry.

The deeper you go into this album, the more you realize Crown Lands isn’t trying to fit into trends — they’re building worlds.

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L.A. GUNS Bring The “Electric Gypsy” Back From The Guild Theatre With New ‘Live From The Guild Theatre’ Album Out July 3

June 3, 2026 -- July 3 sees the release of one of the most anticipated live albums of the metal year, a full all-format release for Live From The Guild Theatre, recorded almost exactly one year earlier at the onstage launch of L.A. Guns’ most acclaimed album in years, the mighty Leopard Skin.

Rockpit.net described Leopard Skin as “a hook-filled, melody-drenched delight—perfectly mixed and balanced from start to finish. If you’re a diehard rocker who still worships the ’80s glory days, this one’s for you. But don’t get it twisted: this isn’t some nostalgic retread. L.A. Guns aren’t stuck in the past—they’ve evolved naturally, delivering a record that feels fresh while staying true to their roots.”

MetalPlanetMusic.com said the Guns are “still churning out bangers,” and Maximumvolumemusic.com applauded them for still having “a way of sounding filthy.” In fact, that review continued, “The best thing about L.A. Guns is how unapologetic they are, and ‘Hit and Run’ nails it. ‘We’re just having fun,’ sneers [vocalist Phil Lewis], as only he can.”

It nails it here, too, sliding in between “Hellraisers Ball” and “Like A Drug,” but Live From The Guild Theatre is explosive from start to finish, the Gunners firing off killer versions of fan favorites tracing as far back as the band’s debut album - “Sex Action,” for example, probably hasn’t featured in the repertoire since the eighties, but it’s alive and kickin’ here.

Sophomore set Cocked and Loaded, meanwhile, spits out some of the most powerful shotgun blasts in the band’s entire arsenal - “I Wanna Be Your Man,” “The Ballad of Jayne,” “Rip and Tear,” and the set-ender, “Never Enough.” And Leopard Skin gets both a triumphant airing and a delirious response.

In fact, longtime vocalist Phil Lewis and the man who put the Guns in L.A. Guns, Tracii Guns, have never sounded better - quite an achievement for a band that’s been tearing up the stages of the world since 1983! Ace Von Johnson (guitar), Johnny Martin (bass) and Shawn Duncan (drums) complete the line-up.

The first single from the album, “Electric Gypsy” which is now available to stream and download HERE, is another from the self-titled debut, and it sounds as fresh now as it did way back then…drop it into your streaming playlist and it won’t simply wake up the neighbors, it’ll have them hammering on your door, demanding to know what you’re listening to.

Yes, you’ll tell them it’s L.A. Guns - who else could it be? But you can also tell them that it’s not only coming out on CD and vinyl, but there’s a DVD and a cassette.

Here’s the track listing for LIVE FROM THE GUILD THEATRE:

1. Intro - Taste It
2. Cannonball
3. Electric Gypsy
4. Sex Action
5. Hellraisers Ball
6. Hit and Run
7. Like a Drug
8. Speed
9. One More Reason
10. Theremin Jam
11. Over the Edge
12. Guitar Solo
13. I Wanna Be Your Man
14. Lucky Motherfucker
15. Never Enough
16. The Ballad of Jayne
17. Rip and Tear

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