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The world of heavy metal is still in mourning after the passing of the one and only Ozzy Osbourne — and now, his closest brother in riffs, Zakk Wylde, has spoken out for the first time since the devastating news. In a heartfelt message shared late Monday night, Wylde poured his soul out to fans, remembering his mentor, bandmate, and...

The rock community is reeling after the death of Thommy Price, the powerhouse drummer best known for his work with Billy Idol and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts. Price passed away on Friday, October 10th, at the age of 68. The news was confirmed by his wife, Stefunny, who shared a heartfelt message on Facebook: “It is with great sadness...

Sunlight, pumpkins, and pure Prince of Darkness energy — now that’s how you do spooky season, mun! 😈 This weekend, Ozzy Osbourne’s family paid a visit to a jaw-dropping tribute to the metal legend himself: a pumpkin mural made entirely from over 10,000 squashes at Sunnyfields Farm in Totton, Hampshire. Yes, you read that right — ten. thousand. pumpkins. 🧡...

Well, well, well… looks like the gig gods have been counting tickets again — and the numbers aren’t exactly tidy, mun. The Association of Independent Festivals (AIF) has just dropped a bombshell report claiming that Live Nation — yep, the same global giant that swallowed up Ticketmaster back in 2010 — now controls a staggering 66.4% of the U.K. concert...

⚖️ A dark twist in the Gallagher family story — and what it means for the Oasis legacy This one’s grim, mun. While Oasis fans are buzzing about the band’s long-awaited reunion, a brutal headline has dropped that’s sent shockwaves through the Gallagher clan — and the music world. Paul Gallagher, the older brother of Noel and Liam, has been...

Southern Rock’s New Beast Has Awoken 🔥🎸 Well, this is one we didn’t see coming, butt! Darius Rucker — the man who brought us Hootie & The Blowfish singalongs and some of country music’s most soulful moments — has gone full outlaw. He’s just unleashed a brand-new supergroup, and it’s one of those “wait… WHAT?!” combinations that somehow makes perfect...

Hold onto your top hats and Les Pauls, butt — the unthinkable might finally be happening. After years (and years… and years 😅) of teasing, delays, and mysterious studio sightings, Slash has officially confirmed that a new Guns N’ Roses album is “coming soon.” The legendary axeman dropped the bombshell during a recent interview, saying: “We’ve been working on stuff...

Joanne Mjadzelics, the former partner of disgraced Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins, has spoken publicly following reports of his death in prison — and she hasn’t minced her words. “I am relieved,” she said. “I feel like a weight has been lifted from my head.” Mjadzelics revealed that she had first gone to the police back in 2008, after discovering vile...

📰 By The Riff Report Staff | October 2025 A former member of Lostprophets has issued a furious and emotional statement aimed at disgraced ex-frontman Ian Watkins, declaring that he hopes the convicted paedophile will “rot for eternity.” The searing condemnation, shared in a report by the Daily Star, comes as the aftermath of Watkins’ death in prison continues to...

Cardiff’s own masters of symphonic chaos, The Rock Orchestra, have officially announced their debut album — and it’s coming just in time for spooky season. 🎃 🔥 “Classics Vol. 1” drops October 31st on Digital Download, CD, and Vinyl, and promises a jaw-dropping setlist that mashes up the worlds of rock and orchestral brilliance. Think Metallica meets Mozart, Led Zeppelin...

The Riff Report Blog It’s one of the most hauntingly beautiful moments in rock history. Freddie Mercury — frail, fading, yet still fierce — stood before the camera one last time. His eyes, lined with purple shadow, told a story the world didn’t yet know. His body was tired, but his spirit? Still louder than a Wembley crowd chanting “We...

It’s a grim truth — the top-trending story in music right now isn’t about a killer comeback tour, a legendary reunion, or a brand-new anthem tearing up the charts. It’s about Ian Watkins, the disgraced former frontman of Lostprophets, who has reportedly been stabbed to death in prison. And while his name should have been buried years ago, his death...

Date: 11 October 2025Location: HMP Wakefield, England 🚨 BREAKING: “NO ENCORE FOR EVIL” Disgraced Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins, 48, has reportedly been stabbed to death in prison, ending one of the darkest and most disturbing stories in British rock history. Sources close to HMP Wakefield — known grimly as “Monster Mansion” — confirmed that Watkins was attacked by fellow inmates...

Rock fans across the globe are mourning tonight, as it’s been confirmed that John Lodge, the legendary singer and bassist of The Moody Blues, has died suddenly at the age of 82. His family released a statement confirming his passing, calling him “a beloved husband, father, and musical soul whose legacy will live on through his songs.” Lodge’s rich vocals...

Rock royalty Def Leppard have officially joined the legends’ league, being honoured with the 2,824th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame — and it’s about bloody time, mun! 🏆🔥 Frontman Joe Elliott gave a heartfelt nod during the ceremony, dedicating the moment to original guitarist Pete Willis and the late, great Steve Clark, whose riffs and spirit helped shape...