31 Essential Rock + Metal Albums Turning 30 in 202531 Essential Rock + Metal Albums Turning 30 in 2025Grunge was going strong, but it wasn't the only game in town in 1995. How many of these albums from 30 years ago do you remember?Chad ChildersChad Childers
The Setlist For 22 Big Rock + Metal Bands’ Final ShowThe Setlist For 22 Big Rock + Metal Bands’ Final ShowWe recently tracked down the setlists from 21 big hard rock and metal bands' final shows to look back at how they went out. Rob CarrollRob Carroll
The Sammy Hagar Song Alex Van Halen Regretted DismissingThe Sammy Hagar Song Alex Van Halen Regretted DismissingDrummer thought the track would bomb because it sounded like John Denver until he heard finished version on singer’s solo album.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
The Best Rock Song of Each Year Since 1970The Best Rock Song of Each Year Since 1970Rock still rolls through the years.Chad ChildersChad Childers
The Best Hard Rock Album of Each Year Since 1970The Best Hard Rock Album of Each Year Since 1970The best of the best, year after year. The rock world has evolved quite a bit from 1970.Loudwire StaffLoudwire Staff
The Nickname Eddie Van Halen 'Hated'The Nickname Eddie Van Halen 'Hated'The guitar great was not fond of one frequent usage of his name. Chad ChildersChad Childers
'Three or Four' LPs' of Unheard Eddie Van Halen Music Remains'Three or Four' LPs' of Unheard Eddie Van Halen Music RemainsAlex Van Halen promises a cautious approach to the material.Allison RappAllison Rapp
Vote for the Best Political Campaign Song!Vote for the Best Political Campaign Song!Which political campaign song moves you the most? Let your votes count!Chad ChildersChad Childers
Best Post Van Halen Split Album - 'Eat 'Em and Smile' vs. '5150'Best Post Van Halen Split Album - 'Eat 'Em and Smile' vs. '5150'After David Lee Roth's Van Halen exit, which artist had the better post-split album. Vote for either Roth's 'Eat 'Em and Smile' or Van Halen's '5150.'Chad ChildersChad Childers
Why David Lee Roth Told Eddie Van Halen to Play Fewer SolosWhy David Lee Roth Told Eddie Van Halen to Play Fewer SolosAlex Van Halen says singer’s out-of-control jealousy led to his departure from the band in 1985.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty