What inspired the creation of this single? As an artist, I felt a responsibility to take an aural snapshot of where society has pivoted in the last 10 years… to hold up a mirror so we can see how divided we have become. It’s happened in my family, and in many of my friendships, and I know people all over are feeling a us vs. them mentality, instead of the indivisible nature of our democracy that this country was built on.

It’s always fun, in rock journalism, to make and debate lists when discussing genres of music. You know: 50 greatest guitarists, Top 500 albums of all time, Big 4 of thrash metal, stuff like that. If there was a “Big 3” of Canadian hard rock – and I’m not talking the later 80s wave all-out heavy metal like Anvil, Exciter and Razor, but old-school, vintage hard rock – you’d almost certainly have to put Rush as #1 - they were the biggest, longest-lasting, and sold the most al

I love classic rock, especially Van Halen, so I was excited to go to David Lee Roth’s show at the historic Hampton Beach Casino. David Lee Roth, known as “Diamond Dave,” is celebrated for his wild and energetic stage personality. The setlist was filled with well-loved classic Van Halen songs, from the opening “Panama” to the fan favorite “Jump.” The crowd was full of longtime fans and newer rock enthusiasts, and they knew every verse, singing along to nearly every song.

Living in New York presents a plethora of options for spending your night out, As the opportunities and spaces easily, your disposal are near limitless. However, with the boundless options at hand, it can feel close to impossible to decipher exactly what you want to do especially when the fear of missing out on something exciting or provoking enters your periphery. Thankfully, Brooklyn’s own They Might Be Giants are well aware of this conundrum and have presented just the sol

I listened to several tribute bands interpreting Pink Floyd’s music. Being part of the audience at Infinity Music Hall in Harford, CT, May 28 2026. The Machine is one of the best groups featuring the iconic songs, atmospheric soundscapes, and musical arrangements that made Pink Floyd one of rock music’s most influential bands.

It's Sunday on this Memorial Day weekend, and the streets of Ybor City, in Tampa, Florida, are absolutely buzzing. Here inside Crowbar is no different, as the talented band Juice is set to take the stage. This evening marks the final stop of their spring tour, celebrating music from their past discography along with new songs from their upcoming album, Fire in the Desert, set for release on July 24, 2026. And judging by the energy in the room, the crowd couldn't be more ready

Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, best known by her acronym, CMAT, is one of country-pop’s rapidly rising stars. After two incredible Coachella sets the month prior, it was only fitting that the Dunboyne, Ireland native paid one of New York’s greatest cities a visit. With a first night at the Brooklyn Paramount and a second night at Brooklyn Steel, both shows were a sold-out success. Rock DNA was there for both, and covered Brooklyn Steel.

After a year and half in the making, rock radio juggernauts Shinedown released their eighth studio album (Atlantic Records), on May 29th, 2026. Appropriately titled EI8HT, the offering comes 4 years after the 2022 release of Attention Attention and boasts a whopping 18 song track list that has already spawned 7 singles, including “Young Again”, which was simultaneously released with the album.

Black Veil Brides returned to Minneapolis, Minnesota on their North American tour, joined by As December Falls, TX2, and From Ashes to New at The Fillmore. It was a stacked lineup filled with incredible performances, energy, and a strong sense of community. For a Thursday evening, it certainly didn’t feel like one. The crowd showed up early and maintained that energy from start to finish.