C101 HITMAN ROCK REPORT

With Robert Plant's journeys away from straight ahead rock, with Alison Krauss and Saving Grace, it may be tempting to think his rock days are well behind him.

After teasing new music was nearing completion just a few months back, Evanescence have made good on that promise by revealing that their sixth studio album, Sanctuary, will be arriving on June 5 through BMG.

Pink Floyd fans are about to get a treat. A track that hasn't been available since the heyday of the 8-track tape is soon to be re-released.

Taylor Momsen required medical assistance after being bitten by a "massive" spider prior to her band opening up for AC/DC in Mexico City Tuesday night.

Billy Idol has announced new tour dates for this summer. His "It’s A Nice Day To…Tour Again!" tour has added 17 dates, the first of which is August 7 in Scranton, Pennsylvania, with new stops in Bangor, Virginia Beach and more before a final show September 27 in Albuquerque.

Are you a huge Ozzy Osbourne fan with money to burn? Sharon Osbourne has put the Los Angeles mansion the couple shared on the market for the low, low price of just $17-million.

Neal Schon has responded to accusations that frontman Arnel Pineda was forced into Journey's ongoing farewell tour.

Dave Mustaine shared that there's at least one thing he used to miss about being in Metallica.

The reviews are starting to come in, but Pepper Keenan already has heard some of the best comments when it comes to describing the new Corrosion of Conformity double album, Good God / Baad Man.

Tool's frontman Maynard James Keenan is showing his support for the recently ousted United States Army Chief of Staff Randy George after he was asked by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to step down and take an early retirement this past week.

Are the Rolling Stones going full "Taylor Swift?" There is mounting evidence that the legendary band may be teasing new music, and the clues require the sleuthing level of a Swiftie. Fortunately, an IG account, "stoneslippod," is up to the task.

On Thursday (April 2), Loudwire Nights featured an exclusive conversation between Loudwire's Lauryn Schaffner and Taylor Momsen of the Pretty Reckless.

Courtney Love has challenged Dave Grohl to make a public declaration, feeling that the Foo Fighters frontman has let the public misconception that they still have beef after all these years remain unchallenged.

Jon Bon Jovi is used to receiving awards by now, but his latest accolade has nothing to do with his music. This week Bon Jovi was given a "James Beard Impact Award" for his work through his "Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation," which runs the JBJ Soul Kitchen.

Disturbed guitarist Dan Donegan has revealed through his social media that he's putting his Orland Park, Illinois residence on the market as he makes a life change and the two-story home is currently listed at $1.575 million.

It's hard to believe, but Arnel Pineda has been the lead singer of Journey for 19 years, which makes him the longest-tenured singer for the group, topping Steve Perry's 15 years over two stints. But Perry managed something that Pineda has yet to pull off: he quit the band. Twice.

The newly reformed Rush premiered its revamped lineup Sunday night at the 2026 Juno Awards.

The U.S. Army is reportedly investigating why two Apache attack helicopters were hovering outside Kid Rock's Tennessee home on Saturday (March 28).

Jimmy Page is releasing an old Led Zeppelin demo. The demo is an instrumental track that eventually became the song "Ten Years Gone."

In the history of Iron Maiden, one name tends to get forgotten. Blaze Bayley sang lead for the band after Bruce Dickinson left in the 90s to go solo.

"Sad Wings of Destiny" is arguably the Judas Priest album where they took their first real steps towards becoming the heavy metal icons they are today. To celebrate that album, the band has announced a 50th anniversary reissue of the album.

Megan Thee Stallion and Nickelback teamed up for a four-minute mini action movie hyping Cheetos Flamin' Hot Dill Pickle snacks.  It's actually pretty fun.

Ever feel like you missed out on the heyday of 80s glam rock? Experience those hedonistic days from the perspective of one of the creators of hair metal, thanks to the upcoming memoir from Poison drummer Rikki Rockett.

If your live Ted Nugent experience is limited to "Double Live Gonzo" or "Intensities In Ten Cities," it's time for an update.

Alternative legends Pixies are staying on the road awhile longer. Yesterday the band announced a series of seven shows, taking up most of the month of September.

There was an unofficial, partial, "from multiple eras" reunion of Guns N' Roses Monday night, for just one song.

There's a particular Metallica song actor Elijah Wood can no longer listen to.

Veteran rockers Cold are in the unenviable position of having to reschedule some of their spring 2026 tour dates while having to cancel other stops as a result of dealing of with some "family health issues."

Original Pantera singer Terry Glaze shared what was "amazing" about the band's '80s albums during a new interview.

Ted Nugent said he wasn't going to tour any more; he didn't say he wasn't going to play live.

AC/DC guitarist Stevie Young is under a doctor's care in Buenos Aires prior to the band's concerts there next week.

Metallica and the American Red Cross say their year-long blood drive partnership has produced more than 25,000 donations across the United States and about 40,000 worldwide.

Dave Grohl has finally opened up about the difficulty of coping with the death of his Foo Fighters bandmate, Taylor Hawkins.

Kid Rock got an unexpected shout out in Conan O'Brien's Oscars monologue Sunday night (March 15), but the "Bawitdaba" singer wasn't too impressed with the jab.

Gene Simmons teased that the KISS avatar show will be so mind-blowing that it'll make the Las Vegas Sphere look like a popcorn fart.  He says more details will be announced in "under two years".

Billy Idol has announced his return to Las Vegas for a five night run of shows. "Billy Idol: Hot In The City" will take place at the BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas.

Remember when your jaw dropped when Vinnie Vincent insisted no one could have his new song unless they paid $225? Well, buckle up.

Congratulations to Metallica's James Hetfield, who popped the question to longtime GF Adriana Gillett, and he did it in memorable fashion.

Dave Grohl is almost as well known as a pitmaster as he is for his place in rock history. The Foo Fighters frontman has been known to bring his barbecue skills to bear for local charities in the past.

Longtime Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell has passed. The announcement was made on the official Instagram page for his current band, Phil Campbell and the B****** Sons.