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CONGRATULATIONS: Netflix Announces Release of Documentary on Saxon Titled “Wheels of Steel: The Saxon Legacy” In a powerful tribute to one of Britain’s most enduring heavy metal icons, Netflix has officially announced the release of a brand-new music documentary titled “Wheels of Steel: The Saxon Legacy.” The highly anticipated film will premiere globally on September 19, 2025, and promises to take viewers on a thunderous journey through the rise, struggles, triumphs, and legacy of Saxon, one of the pivotal bands of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement. A Roaring Salute to a Heavy Metal Institution With…

Ozzy Osbourne Says He’d “Be Honoured” to Collaborate with Paul McCartney.. Ozzy Osbourne recently revealed he’d be “honoured” to collaborate with Paul McCartney during a candid discussion on his SiriusXM show Ozzy Speaks. When asked by co-host Billy Morrison about potential duet partners, the legendary rocker didn’t hesitate — his top choice was McCartney. Yet, he immediately tempered his aspiration with a dose of self-deprecation: “I would be honoured but I couldn’t…” . Ozzy’s fandom of The Beatles isn’t new. He’s often described hearing their music as a life-changing moment — a revelation that inspired his own musical journey. On The…

URIAH HEEP UNVEILS 2025 “MAGICIAN’S FAREWELL” TOUR — DATES & CITIES REVEALED Legendary British hard rockers Uriah Heep have officially announced their 2025 world tour, titled “The Magician’s Farewell” — a celebration of more than half a century of groundbreaking music. Guitarist Mick Box shared the tour details in September, during the band’s milestone 55th anniversary year (therockpit.net). “Who can believe next year is 55 years since the band started? … Well, none of us are getting younger, so unfortunately we have made the decision to wind down touring the world starting next year,” reflected Box in a video message…

Black Sabbath Declares 2025 “Back to the Beginning” World Farewell Tour! Dates and cities revealed. Legendary heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath—Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward—have announced a farewell world tour in 2025, titled “Back to the Beginning”. The tour is set to culminate in a final milestone concert in their hometown of Birmingham, England, on July 5, 2025, at Villa Park (blacksabbath.com, ozzy.com). Tour Dates & Cities: A Global Goodbye While the Birmingham show remains the emotional heart of the farewell, a full tour schedule is being rolled out across continents: North America: Cities like New York, Los…

Rolling Stones Announce 2025 World Tour: Dates and Cities Revealed Tour Kickoff and North American Leg The 2025 tour begins in April, with a string of North American dates that follow up on last year’s triumph: New York City: Late April – iconic stadiums expected Chicago, IL – Memorial Day weekend Los Angeles, CA – early June Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX, Miami, FL, and Detroit, MI are all scheduled through July (facebook.com, rollingstones2025.com). These headline-grabbing cities will bring Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood back to thousands of eager fans following packed-out 2024 performances (thesun.co.uk). Europe & UK…

THE TRUE DEFINITION OF HEAVY METAL: How Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, and Iron Maiden Forged the Genre with Relentless Effort and Timeless Legacy In the chaotic heart of 1970s England, amidst the soot-stained factories and economic uncertainty, a genre was born—one that would transcend borders, cultures, and generations. That genre was heavy metal, and its most defining architects were Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden. These three British bands didn’t just play music—they carved out a new sonic and cultural identity through tireless dedication, revolutionary sound, and an unbreakable connection with fans. They are the true definition of heavy…

The Beatles album John Lennon used to bash America: “It’s as relevant as Vietnam”.. John Lennon was never one to shy away from political commentary, and one of the most pointed examples of his critique of America came through The Beatles’ 1968 self-titled album, commonly known as the White Album. While not overtly political throughout, Lennon used songs like “Revolution 1” and “Revolution 9” to express disillusionment with the political unrest and social upheaval of the time. In later interviews, Lennon described the album’s chaotic tone and content as reflecting the state of the world—particularly America—during the Vietnam War era.…

Emergency alert Paul McCartney’s ‘they can understand’ plea after The Beatles told their voices had to change.. Paul McCartney has revealed a pivotal moment in The Beatles’ early career when the band faced pressure to alter their vocal style to fit the evolving music industry. In a recent interview, McCartney recalled how record executives once told the Fab Four that their natural Liverpudlian accents might not connect with a wider audience. The advice came with a suggestion that they “neutralize” their voices—effectively asking them to conform to a more polished, southern English or American sound. However, McCartney pushed back with…

Paul McCartney Reveals His Favorite All-Time Albums in New Q&A: “They All Remind Me of Certain Times in My Life”.. On June 27, 2025, Sir Paul McCartney took part in his monthly fan Q&A series, “You Know the Answer,” held on his official website. A fan named Alex asked: “Are there any albums that take you back to certain periods in your life? And does performing your own music evoke similar memories?”  Responding thoughtfully, McCartney selected three albums—Music from Big Pink by The Band, Pet Sounds by the Beach Boys, and Harvest by Neil Young—as those that resonate most deeply…

WOLF HOFFMANN On ACCEPT’s 50th Anniversary: ‘Not Every Band Is Lucky Enough To Be Around For This Long’… As Accept mark a remarkable 50‐year journey from their Solingen beginnings in 1976, founding guitarist Wolf Hoffmann reflects on both unexpected longevity and ongoing creativity. Hoffmann, who joined the band at just 16, admits his teenage self never imagined this kind of staying power. “If you’d have told me when I started… I would have said, ‘You’re nuts. It’s impossible. No.’ But here we are” . For him, the longevity of their music—spanning classics to new material—is something extraordinary. As he told…