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Will Rock Ever See Another Ozzy?
FeatureOzzy Osbourne
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Buckle up, metalheads, for the bat-biting, booze-drenched saga of Ozzy Osbourne, the godfather of heavy metal who’s lived louder than a supernova. From Birmingham’s gritty streets to global domination, Ozzy’s career is a blistering riff of triumphs and lows, roaring toward his Ozzy Osbourne 2025 farewell concert, Back to the Beginning, on July 5, 2025, at Birmingham’s Villa Park. This is the story of the Prince of Darkness, who torched the rulebook, danced in the flames, and still reigns at 76. Let’s dive into the chaos!

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Skunk Anansie
New MusicRock Tours Gig GuideSkunk Anansie
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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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The Dodies
Album reviewsNew MusicThe Dodies
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Beaumont, Texas-based garage rock duo The Dodies—Yoni Avittan (vocals/guitar) and Ran Aronson (drums/synth bass)—deliver a game-changing third album, Dreamism, out now as of May 26, 2025, via their independent label. Originally slated for February 28, 2025, this 14-track opus, produced by Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (Sons of Apollo, ex-Guns N’ Roses), bursts with live-recorded rawness, blending garage rock, grunge, and psychedelic tones. Exploring the tension between dreams and reality, Dreamism captivates with escapism and self-discovery—stream it today and join the hype!

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Joe Bonamassa
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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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Massive WagonsNewsPlanet RockRock Tours Gig Guide
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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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Bob Vylan
Bob VylanGig reviews
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On May 23, 2025, Bob Vylan electrified SMR Festival at Lamex Stadium, Stevenage, blending punk, grime, and protest. Kicking off with “I Heard You Want Your Country Back,” their setlist sparked moshing and “Free Palestine” chants. A cricket bat in hand, they proved punk’s revolution thrives.

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Monsters of Rock Cruise 2026: Lineup, Dates & Tickets
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Set sail on the Monsters of Rock Cruise 2026 (April 12–17) from Miami to Puerto Plata and Great Stirrup Cay! Rock with Black Label Society, Night Ranger, and 35+ bands aboard the Norwegian Joy. Book tickets starting May 15, 2025, at monstersofrockcruise.com for an epic hard rock adventure!

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New MusicOrianthi
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Critically acclaimed guitarist and singer Orianthi is set to redefine rock music 2025 with her explosive new album ** Some Kind of Feeling **, releasing via Woodward Avenue Records digitally on June 27, 2025, on CD on August 15, 2025, and on vinyl on September 19, 2025.

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