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Guns N’ Roses kick off 2026 world tour in Monterrey
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Guns N’ Roses launched their 2026 world tour on March 28 at the Tecate Pa’l Norte festival in Monterrey, Mexico. The band debuted live performances of singles “Nothin’” and “Atlas” before an estimated crowd of 100,000 at Parque Fundidora. Keyboardist Melissa Reese is absent from the tour due to personal reasons.
The Enemy have announced a major homecoming concert at Coventry Building Society Arena to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut album 'We’ll Live And Die In These Towns'. The show is scheduled for March 20, 2027, marking their biggest performance since 2008. Tickets go on sale May 8.
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Interpol has announced a major North American tour kicking off July 31 in Denver. The run will feature some of the band's biggest headlining shows and wraps up October 17 in Nashville. Opening acts include Youth Lagoon, DIIV, Julie, Loathe, and French Police on select dates.
Muse has revealed dates for a North American tour this summer, supporting their forthcoming 10th studio album, The Wow! Signal. The shows, dubbed The Wow! Signal Tour, feature support from Bloc Party, Portugal. The Man and The Temper Trap. Tickets go on sale April 3.
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Organisers of Download 2026 have revealed the lineup for the District X stage, led by Five, Electric Six and The All-American Rejects. The acts join headliners Limp Bizkit, Guns N’ Roses and Linkin Park at Donington Park from June 10 to 14. Weekend camping tickets have sold out, with other options still available.
Black Stone Cherry have unveiled a fresh take on Simple Minds' iconic track 'Don't You (Forget About Me)'. The cover features a collaboration with Tyler Connolly from Theory of a Deadman and serves as the lead single from their upcoming EP. This reimagining pays homage to the song's roots in the 1980s film The Breakfast Club.
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As 2025 draws to a close, Loudwire has compiled a ranked list of the year's top 13 rock songs, highlighting returns from major acts and innovative newcomers. The ranking features Mammoth's 'The End' as the standout track, amid a year marked by significant band reunions and tributes. This selection captures the diverse and vibrant rock landscape of 2025.
Geese announce 2026 North American tour dates
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