It’s been 25 years since the passing of Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, and we still love and miss him as much now as ever.

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Unfortunately there has been a delay on delivery of the Machine Head fan packs due to circumstances out of Metal Hammer’s control. We are currently identifying everyone who has received their copy late and will shortly be sending out a gift by way of apology.

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Metal Hammer – Metal Hammer 223 Opening – what’s in 223? on MUZU.TV

Current coverstars Machine Head have released another webisode chronicling the making of ‘Unto The Locust’

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In honour of the awesome new Google Doodle celebrating Freddie Mercury’s birthday, we put together ten reasons why Queen kick our asses

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One of the greatest death metal bands of all time join the most metal cruise of 2012

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Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor has confirmed that a new Stone Sour album is being planned, as well as a US ‘Knot tour and more solo shows.

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Bloodstock have confirmed the dates for the 2012 edition of the festival, and have also released tickets at this year’s prices!

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A new clip taken from Dream Theater’s hotly-anticipated new album has surfaced!

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