David Roach, the gravel-voiced frontman of Junkyard, has died at 59. A true Sunset Strip original, Roach’s legacy lives on through his raw vocals, streetwise lyrics, and the enduring spirit of hard rock rebellion.
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Michael Schenker stunned the metal world with a surprise announcement at this year’s Wacken Open Air, the globe’s largest metal festival, held last Thursday, July 31, 2025. After a fierce “My Years With UFO” set for tens of thousands, the hard rock pioneer revealed a new Michael Schenker Group (MSG) studio album, Don’t Sell Your Soul, set for release on October 3 via earMUSIC. The night ended with a world-exclusive live premiere of the title track, igniting the muddy festival fields with enthusiasm.
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Brandon Wayne’s “It’s Me Again” is a raw, genre-blending single that confronts emotional fallout head-on. With distorted guitars and confessional lyrics, it marks another bold step in Wayne’s evolution. Rock News UK breaks down the track and essential listens.
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carborough rockers This House We Built have released their new single “Coming Home To You,” the second single from their upcoming second album Get Out Of The Rain, slated for Autumn 2025.
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Sky Valley Mistress fire up the hearse and hit the road with their Thundertaker UK tour this October. With explosive live shows and a second album on the horizon, this duo is set to shake the foundations of British rock.
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Warn The Duke are back with “Angels,” a raw, melodic punk anthem that channels chaos into hope. We dive into their history, essential tracks, and call for a long-overdue UK tour from Brooklyn’s most resilient rockers.
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Shape of Water’s Petrichor is a cinematic, emotionally charged rock album that shines when heard in full. With standout tracks and theatrical flair, it earns a Rock News score of 8/10. Read our full review and share your thoughts.
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Attila have cancelled their entire 2025 European tour just hours before launch, sparking backlash from fans and promoters. The fallout highlights growing tensions in post-pandemic touring and raises questions about artist accountability and industry pressures.
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Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose waved the chequered flag at the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix, capping off a dramatic race weekend with a stylish cameo that caught the eye of Martin Brundle and added rock flair to the F1 paddock.
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Lord Of The Lost drop a cinematic new video for ‘Light Can Only Shine In The Darkness’ featuring Within Temptation. We explore the visuals, upcoming album OPVS NOIR Vol. 1, UK tour dates, and five essential tracks to hear next.
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