Southern California’s Southern rock luminaries Robert Jon & The Wreck are igniting a rock renaissance with their latest single, “Dark Angel,” released May 30, 2025, via Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records. The track, a moody highlight from their forthcoming album Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes (due August 22, 2025), has captivated fans worldwide with its evocative storytelling and country-soul groove.
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British rock icons Skunk Anansie release their brand-new album, *The Painful Truth*, and electrifying single ‘Shame’, out now, via newly formed FLG Records. Produced by David Sitek (TV On The Radio), this provocative, powerful, and emotional record showcases the band facing their truths with raw, experimental brilliance. Alongside the album, a stunning video for ‘Shame’ drops today, blending defiant visuals with Skin’s iconic vocals—watch it now!
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Guitar slinger and blues-rock powerhouse Joe Bonamassa has released his latest single, “Drive By The Exit Sign,” a gritty, up-tempo standout from his upcoming studio album Breakthrough, out July 18th via J&R Adventures. Fuelled by a crunchy slide guitar riff, Southern-rock energy, and a full-throttle vocal performance, “Drive By The Exit Sign” finds Bonamassa leaning into the dirtier, road-tested side of his songwriting. It’s a breakup song disguised as a highway burner—fast-paced and hook-heavy, with lyrics that evoke missed chances, wrong turns, and the emotional wreckage we leave behind.
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Lancaster’s rock powerhouse Massive Wagons, a beloved favorite here at Rock News, has been named official Metal For Good Ambassadors, cementing their commitment to mental health and anti-bullying initiatives. Kicking off their EU tour supporting Myles Kennedy in June 2025, the band continues to ride the wave of their #1 UK Rock Album Charts triumph with Earth To Grace.
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Scottish indie rock legends The Fratellis are gearing up to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Costello Music with an electrifying UK tour in February 2026. Kicking off at Nottingham’s Rock City on February 5 and wrapping up at Newcastle’s NX on February 20, the band will perform their iconic debut album in full, bringing anthems like “Chelsea Dagger”, “Henrietta”, and “Whistle for the Choir” to life.
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The wait is over for hard rock fans—acclaimed British band Inglorious is back with their highly anticipated fifth studio album, “V”, set to drop on June 6, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl. After a three-year hiatus, the band is unleashing a powerhouse return with a refreshed lineup and a sound that blends their classic riffs with bold new heights. Pre-order now to secure your copy and dive into the Inglorious V 2025 release date excitement!
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Canadian roots-rock sensation The Commoners unleash their electrifying new live album, ** Live in the UK **, released on May 16, 2025, via Gypsy Soul Records. Available now on vinyl, CD, and digital formats, this nine-track masterpiece coincides with their highly anticipated Spring 2025 European & UK Tour.
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Iggy Pop is set to headline two of punk’s most electrifying festivals—CBGB Festival in Brooklyn and Bearded Theory in the UK. From the birthplace of punk to Britain’s rebel sanctuary, these events promise raw energy, chaos, and history in the making.
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Global rock icon and Gen Z trailblazer Yungblud (Dominic Harrison) has unleashed plans for his 2025 Idols World Tour, a mammoth series of concerts across Europe and North America, kicking off August 23 in Los Angeles. Fresh from announcing his ambitious double album ** Idols ** (Part 1 out June 20, 2025, via Locomotion/Island Records), the 27-year-old Doncaster punk is set to dominate rock music 2025 with electrifying live shows, boundary-pushing anthems, and his genre-defying festival, Bludfest, returning June 21, 2025, at Milton Keynes’ National Bowl—his only UK date of the year.
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British blues-rock sensation Joanne Shaw Taylor ignites 2025 with her infectious new single “Summer Love,” released today via Journeyman Records (Joe Bonamassa’s label). This feel-good, radio-ready track is the latest preview from her highly anticipated album ** Black & Gold **, set for release on June 6, 2025. With its crunchy riffs, soulful vocals, and carefree summer vibe, “Summer Love” is poised to be the ultimate blues-rock anthem of 2025, perfect for road trips and nostalgic playlists.
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