Right then, Riff Report crew — this one’s for the future headliners. The bedroom riff writers.The school-hall drummers.The “we’ve got three songs and a dream” bands. Because Young Sounds UK is quietly doing something massive: They’re putting money where the music is. 🎤 Who Are Young Sounds UK? Young Sounds UK is a national funding […]
This one lands heavy. Timothy Very, the longtime drummer for indie rock heavyweights Manchester Orchestra, has passed away at the age of 42. Far, far too young. A rhythm cut short. For anyone who’s ever stood in a crowd with Manchester Orchestra swelling into those huge, emotional crescendos — you’ve felt his work in your […]
Right then, riff disciples… this one’s heavy. And not just in the drop-D sense. Thrash titan Dave Mustaine is stepping out from behind the Marshall stacks and into the pages of a brand-new memoir titled “In My Darkest Hour.” And if you know anything about the man who built Megadeth from the ashes of pure […]
Right then, butt. Cancel your quiet summer plans because Gary Numan is officially taking over the legendary Crystal Palace Bowl on Thursday 6 August 2026 – and it’s going to be gloriously moody. This is part of the brand-new Palace Bowl Presents summer series, running from 30 July to 16 August, and the line-up already […]
Right then. Grab your battered battle jacket and circle the calendar in permanent marker – Download Festival 2026 has officially confirmed its SECOND line-up announcement, and it’s dropping NEXT WEEK. 😈🔥 You can practically hear the collective roar from Donington already. ⚡ The Hype Machine Is Fully Operational The Download socials have been teasing harder […]
Right then, Riff Report crew… steady yourselves. W.A.S.P. have just unleashed the kind of announcement that makes your old leather jacket twitch in anticipation 🤘 The shock-rock titans are rolling out the “1984 To Headless” Tour – and this isn’t some half-baked greatest hits run. Nope. They’re going all in on their first FOUR classic […]
Right then, prog heads. Strap in. This isn’t just a gig announcement — this is a full-blown musicians’ summit of absolute madness 🤯🎶 BEAT have just announced an extra June 2026 UK concert after fans practically kicked the doors down trying to get tickets. And when you look at the line-up, you understand why. We’re […]
Right then… gather round, heartbreak survivors, situationship escapees, and anyone who’s ever rolled their eyes at a £12 petrol station teddy bear… because this one’s for YOU 😈🔥 Bailey Spinn has just unleashed “homicide” — and bloody hell, it doesn’t just slap… it swings a chair across the room and sets it on fire afterwards […]
Right then, Riff Report crew… let’s talk about the beautiful chaos that is tour logistics. 🤘🔥 Legendary prog titans Marillion have responded to fans constantly asking them to play “just one more city” — usually their city — and the answer is as honest as a pint at closing time. “If it was practical and […]
Right. Kettle on. Volume up. Because Gene Simmons has fired off another spicy one — and this time he’s aimed squarely at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Demon himself has criticised the Hall for inducting hip-hop acts ahead of heavy metal juggernauts like Iron Maiden, arguing that hip-hop “doesn’t belong” in the […]
Proper history moment incoming. One of rock’s most iconic albums by Heart is officially being immortalised in the Grammy Hall of Fame — joining 13 other legendary recordings that changed music forever. And honestly? It’s about time. 🤘 💿 THE ALBUM THAT HIT LIKE A THUNDERCLAP The record stepping into rock immortality is Dreamboat Annie […]
Right then, Riff Report crew… dust off the glitter, charge the eyeliner, and prepare to ascend. A brand-new immersive tribute to the one and only David Bowie is launching this spring — and it’s called David Bowie: You’re Not Alone. And honestly? That title alone hits like a late-night spin of Heroes with the lights […]
12th Studio Album Lands In 2026 — And This One’s Gonna RATTLE THE RAILINGS Right. Gather round the pit, Riff Report crew. Thrash royalty Anthrax have officially confirmed they’re dropping their long-awaited 12th studio album in 2026 — and according to bassist legend Frank Bello, this one’s going to be HEAVY. Not polite heavy.Not “we’ve […]
Right then, Riff Report crew… if there’s one day that deserves the speakers cranked to “annoy the neighbours” levels, it’s Welsh Language Music Day – Dydd Miwsig Cymru. This isn’t a quiet nod to culture.This isn’t background radio in a tea room. This is Cymraeg through distortion pedals, drum kits, synth stacks and sweaty club […]
Get well soon, Welsh riff royalty ❤️🔥 Right then butt… this one’s hit the Riff Report newsroom like a flat pint at last orders. Phil Campbell – yes, that Phil Campbell – the riff-slinging, whisky-soaked axe wizard from Motörhead – has sadly had to cancel upcoming tour dates due to medical reasons. No drama. No […]