Hard Rock

Loretta Lynn's 2004 album 'Van Lear Rose', produced with Jack White and widely regarded as a late-career masterpiece, is returning to streaming services. Rolling Stone highlighted the news, prompting fans of the country legend and of White to revisit one of the most celebrated crossover collaborations in country music.

A hard rock band from Munich has launched its new website at fierce.rocks, calling it small but fine. The site now hosts the band's first demo songs, giving listeners a first impression of their sound. The band is inviting people to check out the page and follow their early material.

The Rochester Opera House has announced a season of programming combining film screenings with live music, headlined by an emphasis on the music of Iron Maiden. The venue, a historic theatre in Rochester, is positioning the lineup as a blend of classic cinema and hard rock tributes for local audiences. Details on specific dates and ticketing have not yet been widely reported.

A photographer has shared a long-awaited shot of the waterwheel at the Old Mill in North Little Rock, Arkansas. He says he tried for years to photograph it while turning, but it was always still, until one day in 2014 when he found it spinning and quickly set up to capture the scene.

Robert Plant performed "Ramble On" at the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival in San Francisco, treating the crowd to a rare live take on the classic Led Zeppelin track. Clips of the moment are circulating among rock and folk fans, who are celebrating the former Zeppelin frontman revisiting his band's catalogue at the free bluegrass and roots event.

Swedish rock band Europe is releasing a new album and touring Japan to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their 1986 hit album 'The Final Countdown'. Tower Records Japan has published a feature on the band exploring the greatest melodic hard rock albums connected to their legacy, timed to the anniversary performances in the country.

Sydni and Alyssa took on the role of celebrity waiters at Hard Rock as part of its annual Pinktober campaign, which raises money and awareness for breast cancer research. Guests were served by the duo during the event, with proceeds supporting the cause. The appearance drew local attention as part of the venue's month-long fundraising efforts.

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month with its "Pinktober" campaign, featuring local celebrities serving as waiters for guests. The event raises money and awareness for breast cancer causes while giving patrons a chance to be served by familiar local faces. The casino in Rockford, Illinois, hosts the initiative throughout October.

Real Rebel Radio is currently playing "One Last Soul" by Black Country Communion, the British-American rock supergroup featuring Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa, Jason Bonham and Derek Sherinian. The track comes from the band's 2010 self-titled debut album. The station shares its now-playing picks with listeners through its online player, keeping classic and hard rock fans engaged.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood in Florida has unveiled 'Zona de Fuego', which it describes as the state's first fully integrated Latin gaming and entertainment experience. The launch combines casino gaming with Latin-themed entertainment offerings aimed at the venue's Spanish-speaking audience. The announcement is drawing attention in entertainment and gaming industry circles as casinos increasingly court Latin American and Hispanic customers with dedicated experiences.

Swedish rock band Europe is being featured in a Tower Records Japan piece tied to their new album and upcoming Japan tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of 'The Final Countdown'. The feature looks back at landmark melodic hard rock albums, framing the band's 1986 classic as a defining work of the genre as fans anticipate the anniversary shows.

Welsh ragga-metal band Skindred have released a new single titled 'Big Em Up'. The track, fronted by Benji Webbe, appears tied to themes of mental health, alongside related hashtag 'YouGotThis'. The release is being covered by Heavy Mag and shared among metal and hard rock fans online.

Real Rebel Radio is currently playing "Electric Suzy" by Swedish rock band Backyard Babies, announced via a now-playing shoutout to listeners. The track is being highlighted on the station's live web player, giving the hard rock band airplay among its audience.

The American rock band Clutch is being highlighted with their song Electric Worry, a hard rock and stoner rock staple from their catalog. The share is part of music fans posting what they are listening to, tagged now playing, and drawing small but genuine engagement from other rock listeners online.

A 'Power to the People' concert billed as nine hours of hard-driving anti-fascist rock and roll music is scheduled for October 3, 2026. Writer Jerry Alatalo described the event's raw spiritual power as profound and astounding, presenting it as a historic gathering. Details about the lineup, venue, and organisers remain unclear, but the concert is being shared as a statement of musical resistance and solidarity.

GoodTimes/BadTimes is performing Led Zeppelin's music recast in a Renaissance style, blending classic rock with early-music arrangements. The project is drawing attention from music fans curious to hear how songs like the band's hard-rock staples translate into period instruments and harmonies.

Real Rebel Radio is currently playing "Coming Home" by German hard rock band KISSIN' DYNAMITE, with listeners sharing the station's live player online. The station, which focuses on rock and metal, is drawing attention among fans following its playlist in real time and encouraging others to tune in via its popup stream.

Real Rebel Radio is playing 'The Trickster' by Chris Catena's Rock City Tribe, with the station's now-playing feed shared online. The Italian rock project led by bassist Chris Catena features a rotating lineup of hard rock and metal musicians. Listeners can tune in via the station's pop-up player to hear the track.