Loudwire Staff
2026 Hard Rock + Metal Album Release Calendar
See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.
10 Best New Grunge Bands Since 2010, Chosen by Of Limbo
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Foo Fighters Release First Song Since Death of Taylor Hawkins, ‘Rescued,’ Announce Album
Listen to 'Rescued' now.
Listen to Korn’s New Live EP ‘Requiem Mass’
Hear it now.
Playlist – 50 New Rock + Metal Songs Released This Week
Keep up with all the new music right here every Friday with Loudwire's rock and metal playlists on Spotify.
Best Metal Song of Each Year Since 1970
See Loudwire's picks for the best metal song of each year since 1970, alongside the runner-up choices!
The Best Hard Rock Album of Each Year Since 1970
The best of the best, year after year. The rock world has evolved quite a bit from 1970.