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One of the key professionals involved in the 1965 Newport Folk Festival has set the record straight regarding Bob Dylan’s famous set.

Joe Boyd was behind the sound board at the festival, tasked with making sure Dylan and his fellow performers sounded their best. During a recent appearance on the Bob Lefsetz podcast, Boyd recalled when Dylan went electric.

“At the end of ‘Maggie’s Farm,’ I was standing in the little press enclosure right in front of the stage,” the music veteran remembered, “and you heard this waft of sound that was absolutely a mixture [of cheers and boos].”

Whether Dylan was booed at the event has been a topic of debate among music fans for decades. Some believe the rocker was chastised by the crowd for his artistic choice, while others have argued the story was heavily exaggerated to further Dylan’s mythology. The moment is such a major part of music history that it serves as a pivotal plot point in the Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown.

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“Some people were definitely booing,” Boyd confirmed. “Some people were cheering, and at the end, after the three songs, the only three songs he had rehearsed with the band, and he left the stage — ‘more’ and ‘boo’ they’re a very similar sound, and you had that wave of sound. You can hear it on the recordings. I don’t think there’s any real debate about it.”

Dylan Going Electric Was a ‘World Shaking Moment’

“The whole event was a schismatic event, and everybody knew it beforehand, the whole weekend before Sunday night,” Boyd continued. “If you just overheard conversations passing, it was like, ‘What about Dylan? What do you think he’s gonna do? Would he dare? No, he wouldn’t dare, would he?’ That was a kind of talk that was going around, not just backstage, but among the audience. People were intrigued.”

According to Boyd, the excitement around Dylan’s performance was so palpable that everyone knew it would go down in history. “It was one of those moments that was not just a world shaking moment in retrospect,” he explained. “It was at the time. We knew that things would never be the same.”

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Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell offered a positive health update as his 12-year battle with cancer continued.

He’s currently recovering from surgery, which is why he wasn’t on stage with his bandmates at their more recent show.

Colleague Phil Collen’s guitar tech, John Zocco, took his place on Jan. 20, after frontman Joe Elliott told the crowd that Campbell was having “some treatment for his cancer.”

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“Thank you for all the recent messages and support,” Campbell wrote in a message via social media. “As you all may know, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma several years ago. I recently had a bone marrow transplant as part of my treatment plan, and it’s safe to say that thus far it’s been a very successful transplant!”

He added: “I just have to keep my head down and my spirits up for the next 100 days of primary recovery.” It was signed: “A very happy Viv!”

If his treatment remains on schedule, Campbell should be able to return to action at the end of April, in time to take part in Def Leppard’s upcoming tour, which kicks off in Puerto Rico on May 15.

Def Leppard Wanted Viv Campbell to Stop Touring, But He Refused

In 2019 the former Dio and Whitesnake guitarist said his 2013 diagnosis had resulted in him keeping busier than he’d been before. “I looked at my lifetime as being not this open-ended thing and [realized] that time is, indeed, very precious and every day should be celebrated,” he told Ultimate Guitar.

“Even at the worst of my cancer, when I was doing very hardcore chemotherapy, I still managed to go on tour with Def Leppard. And I had a hard time convincing Def Leppard – and in particular the Def Leppard management at the time – that that was the best thing for me to do.

“I think that they really wanted me to stay at home and just concentrate on my treatments. Whereas for me, I would have considered that a death sentence. You are what you do in life. I’ve always been a guitar player, I’ve always been a musician, and nothing brings me more joy.”

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Ten Years After emerged from the British blues-rock scene in 1966, carving a distinct niche with their fiery performances and innovative musicianship. The band, formed in Nottingham, England, blended blues, jazz, and rock, creating a sound that stood out during the British blues explosion. Their breakthrough came with a legendary performance at Woodstock in 1969, where their extended rendition of “I’m Going Home” showcased Alvin Lee’s extraordinary guitar skills. Over the years, they released a total of twelve studio albums, including Cricklewood Green (1970) and A Space in Time (1971), which featured their biggest hit, “I’d Love to Change the World.”

The original lineup included Alvin Lee on guitar and vocals, Leo Lyons on bass, Ric Lee on drums, and Chick Churchill on keyboards. This lineup produced a string of critically acclaimed and commercially successful albums that cemented their reputation as one of the premier live bands of their era. The band initially disbanded in 1974, reuniting briefly in the 1980s before undergoing further lineup changes and continuing with new members while maintaining the essence of their sound.

Despite various personnel changes and the passing of Alvin Lee in 2013, Ten Years After has endured as a touring and recording entity. Today, with Marcus Bonfanti and Colin Hodgkinson joining original members Ric Lee and Chick Churchill, the band remains active, delivering high-energy performances that honor their legacy while introducing their music to a new generation.

Alvin Lee

Alvin Lee was the founding guitarist, vocalist, and primary songwriter for Ten Years After. Known for his lightning-fast guitar playing and soulful voice, Lee was the driving force behind the band’s rise to fame. From their debut album Ten Years After (1967) to their chart-topping A Space in Time (1971), Lee’s contributions were central to the band’s success. Songs like “I’m Going Home,” “Good Morning Little Schoolgirl,” and “I’d Love to Change the World” exemplified his virtuosity and innovative approach to blending blues with rock and jazz.

After leaving the band in 1974, Lee pursued a solo career, releasing albums such as On the Road to Freedom (1973) and collaborating with artists like George Harrison and Steve Winwood. He rejoined Ten Years After for reunions in 1983 and 1988, performing with the band until 2003. Lee passed away in 2013, but his influence on the band and the broader rock genre remains profound.

Leo Lyons

Leo Lyons, the band’s bassist, co-founded Ten Years After and played a crucial role in shaping their rhythm section. His intricate basslines and tight interplay with drummer Ric Lee provided a solid foundation for Alvin Lee’s guitar work. Lyons’ contributions were key to albums like Ssssh (1969) and Watt (1970), where his dynamic playing helped elevate the band’s sound. His stage presence and musicianship were vital to their reputation as a powerhouse live act.

After the band’s initial breakup, Lyons pursued a career as a producer, working with artists such as UFO and Procol Harum. He returned for reunions in 1983 and 1988 and remained with the band until 2014, contributing to their later recordings and performances. Lyons’ career reflects a lifetime dedicated to music, both as a performer and behind the scenes.

Ric Lee

Ric Lee has been the drummer for Ten Years After since their formation in 1966, and his energetic and versatile drumming has been a defining element of the band’s sound. From their earliest recordings to their iconic live performances, Lee’s rhythmic precision and powerful playing anchored the group’s dynamic style. His work on tracks like “I’m Going Home” and “Hear Me Calling” exemplifies his ability to drive the band’s high-energy blues-rock sound.

Outside of Ten Years After, Lee has worked on various musical projects and served as a producer. He has remained with the band through all its iterations, ensuring continuity and preserving its legacy. His dedication has been instrumental in keeping the band active and relevant in the modern era.

Chick Churchill

Chick Churchill, the band’s keyboardist, joined Ten Years After in 1966 and contributed to their signature blend of blues and rock with his innovative organ and piano work. His ability to add texture and depth to the band’s music is evident on tracks like “Love Like a Man” and “Hard Monkeys.” Churchill’s contributions extended beyond the studio, as his stage presence added another layer of energy to their live shows.

After the band’s initial breakup, Churchill briefly stepped away from performing but returned for their reunions in 1983 and 1988. He has remained a constant presence in the band, collaborating with new members to ensure the group’s music evolves while retaining its original spirit. Churchill’s influence as a keyboardist continues to resonate in the band’s music today.

Marcus Bonfanti

Marcus Bonfanti joined Ten Years After in 2014 as the band’s lead guitarist and vocalist, stepping into the challenging role once held by Alvin Lee. Bonfanti’s ability to honor the band’s legacy while bringing his unique style to the table has been widely praised. His contributions to the band’s live performances have revitalized their sound, introducing their music to new audiences while satisfying longtime fans.

Before joining Ten Years After, Bonfanti had a successful solo career and collaborated with various blues and rock artists. His addition to the band has helped maintain its reputation as a dynamic live act and a respected name in the music world.

Colin Hodgkinson

Colin Hodgkinson joined Ten Years After in 2014 as their bassist, replacing Leo Lyons. A veteran musician known for his innovative bass techniques, Hodgkinson brought a fresh perspective to the band’s rhythm section. His work on live performances showcases his ability to adapt to the group’s classic material while adding his personal touch.

Hodgkinson’s career includes collaborations with artists like Alexis Korner and the Spencer Davis Group, as well as his work with the jazz-rock band Back Door. His versatility and technical skill have made him an integral part of Ten Years After’s current lineup.

Joe Gooch

Joe Gooch joined Ten Years After in 2003 as the lead guitarist and vocalist, following Alvin Lee’s departure. His contributions to the band included the studio album Now (2004) and the live recording Roadworks (2005), where his guitar work and vocal style helped carry the band into a new era. Gooch’s ability to reinterpret the band’s classic songs while adding his own flair earned him recognition among fans and critics.

Gooch departed the band in 2014 but continues to perform and record music. His time with Ten Years After represents an important chapter in their evolution, bridging the gap between their classic and modern eras.

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When Madonna burst onto the scene in the 1980s, she rewrote the rules of pop stardom, turning music videos into bold visual statements, championing female empowerment in a male-dominated industry, and using her platform to address taboo topics like sexuality, religion, and identity. She wasn’t merely a pop artist; she was a provocateur, a trailblazer, and an innovator who built an empire on challenging norms and embracing reinvention.

Born in Bay City, Michigan, and raised in Rochester Hills, Madonna Louise Ciccone moved to New York City in 1978 with little more than her ambition and fearlessness. She initially pursued a career in dance but quickly realized her potential as a musician, fronting bands like Breakfast Club and Emmy before venturing solo. By 1983, her self-titled debut album had introduced her as a pop artist with a knack for crafting irresistible dance hits, including “Holiday” and “Borderline.” However, it was her second album, Like a Virgin (1984), and its controversial title track that launched her into the stratosphere of global fame.

Over her career, Madonna has released 14 studio albums, each one a bold reflection of her artistic evolution. From the confessional lyricism of Like a Prayer (1989) to the electronic experimentation of Ray of Light (1998) and the dance-floor dominance of Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005), she has consistently pushed musical boundaries. Songs like “Vogue,” “Hung Up,” “Like a Prayer,” and “Material Girl” have become cultural milestones, not just chart-topping hits.

Madonna’s accomplishments extend far beyond her discography. She transformed the music video into an art form, turning songs like “Like a Prayer” and “Express Yourself” into visual spectacles that explored themes of empowerment, faith, and individuality. She also brought sexuality and gender dynamics into mainstream conversation, becoming a voice for LGBTQ+ rights and feminism long before such issues were widely embraced in pop culture.

Her accolades are a testament to her impact: seven Grammy Awards, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and multiple Guinness World Records, including recognition as the best-selling female artist of all time. Beyond music, Madonna’s ventures into acting, with films like Evita, earned her critical acclaim, including a Golden Globe Award. Her influence in fashion is equally profound, with her ever-changing image shaping trends and redefining what it means to be a cultural icon.

Madonna’s philanthropic efforts are another vital aspect of her legacy. Through the Ray of Light Foundation and Raising Malawi, she has supported education, women’s empowerment, and healthcare initiatives, particularly in Africa. These efforts highlight her dedication to using her success for meaningful change, further solidifying her role as a global leader.

(A – B)

“4 Minutes” (featuring Justin Timberlake and Timbaland) – Hard Candy (2008)
“Act of Contrition” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“The Actress Hasn’t Learned the Lines (You’d Like to Hear)” (with Antonio Banderas) – Evita (1996)
“Addicted” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Ain’t No Big Deal” – B-side to True Blue (1986)
“Amazing” – Music (2000)
“American Life” – American Life (2003)
“American Pie” – The Next Best Thing (2000)
“Angel” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Angels Crying in My Bed” (with Christine and the Queens) – Paranoia, Angels, True Love (2023)
“Another Suitcase in Another Hall” – Evita (1996)
“Auto-Tune Baby” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“B-Day Song” (featuring M.I.A.) – MDNA (2012)
“Back in Business” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Back That Up to the Beat” – Madame X (2019)
“Bad Girl” – Erotica (1992)
“Batuka” – Madame X (2019)
“Be Careful (Cuidado Con Mi Corazón)” (with Ricky Martin) – Ricky Martin (1999)
“The Beast Within” – B-side to Justify My Love maxi single (1990)
“Beat Goes On” (featuring Kanye West) – Hard Candy (2008)
“Beautiful Killer” – MDNA (2012)
“Beautiful Scars” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Beautiful Stranger” – Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999)
“Bedtime Story” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Best Friend” – MDNA (2012)
“Best Night” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Bitch I’m Madonna” (featuring Nicki Minaj) – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Bitch I’m Loca” (featuring Maluma) – Madame X (2019)
“Bittersweet” – A Gift Of Love: Music Inspired by the Love Poems of Rumi (1998)
“Body Shop” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Borderline” – Madonna (1983)
“Borrowed Time” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Break My Soul (The Queens Remix)” (with Beyoncé) – (2022)
“Broken” – (2010)
“Buenos Aires” – Evita (1996)
“Burning Up” – Madonna (1983)
“Bye Bye Baby” – Erotica (1992)

(C – D)

“Candy Perfume Girl” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Candy Shop” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Can’t Stop” – Who’s That Girl (1987)
“Causing a Commotion” – Who’s That Girl (1987)
“Celebration” – Celebration (2009)
“Champagne Rosé” (with Quavo featuring Cardi B) – Quavo Huncho (2018)
“Charity Concert / The Art of the Possible” – Evita (1996)
“Ciao Bella” – Madame X (2019)
“Come Alive” – Madame X (2019)
“Crave” (featuring Swae Lee) – Madame X (2019)
“Crazy” – Madame X (2019)
“Crazy for You” – Vision Quest (1985)
“Cherish” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Crimes of Passion” – Pre-Madonna (1997)
“Cry Baby” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Cyber-Raga” – Music (2000)
“Dance 2Night” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Dark Ballet” – Madame X (2019)
“Dear Jessie” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Deeper and Deeper” – Erotica (1992)
“Devil Pray” – Rebel Heart (2014)
“Devil Wouldn’t Recognise You” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Did You Do It?” (featuring Mark Goodman and Dave Murphy) – Erotica (1992)
“Die Another Day” – Die Another Day (2002)
“Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” – Evita (1996)
“Don’t Stop” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Don’t Tell Me” – Music (2000)
“Don’t You Know” – Pre-Madonna (1997)
“Dress You Up” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Drowned World/Substitute for Love” – Ray of Light (1998)

(E – F)

“Each Time You Break My Heart” (Released by Nick Kamen) – Nick Kamen (1986)
“Easy Ride” – American Life (2003)
“Erotica” – Erotica (1992)
“Eva and Magaldi / Eva Beware of the City” – Evita (1996)
“Eva’s Final Broadcast” – Evita (1996)
“Everybody” – Madonna (1982)
“Express Yourself” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Extreme Occident” – Madame X (2019)
“Falling Free” – MDNA (2012)
“Faz Gostoso” (featuring Anitta) – Madame X (2019)
“Fever” – Erotica (1992)
“Fighting Spirit” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Forbidden Love” (featuring Babyface) – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Forbidden Love” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Freedom” – Carnival! The Rainforest Foundation (1997)
“Frozen” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Funana” – Madame X (2019)
“Future” (featuring Quavo) – Madame X (2019)
“Future Lovers” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)

(G – H)

“Gambler” – Vision Quest (1985)
“Gang Bang” – MDNA (2012)
“Get Together” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Get Over” (released by Nick Scotti) – Nick Scotti (1994)
“Ghosttown” – Rebel Heart (2014)
“Girl Gone Wild” – MDNA (2012)
“Give It 2 Me” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Give Me All Your Luvin’” (featuring Nicki Minaj and M.I.A.) – MDNA (2012)
“God Control” – Madame X (2019)
“Gone” – Music (2000)
“Goodbye to Innocence” – Just Say Roe (1994)
“Goodnight and Thank You” – Evita (1996)
“Graffiti Heart” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Guilty by Association” (with Joe Henry) – Sweet Relief II: Gravity of the Situation (1996)
“Hanky Panky” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Has to Be” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Heartbeat” – Hard Candy (2008)
“HeartBreakCity” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“He’s a Man” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Hello and Goodbye” – Evita (1996)
“Hey You” – Non-album single (2007)
“High Flying, Adored” – Evita (1996)
“History” – B-side to Jump (2005)
“Hold Tight” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Holiday” – Madonna (1983)
“Hollywood” – American Life (2003)
“Holy Water” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“How High” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Human Nature” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Hung Up” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Hung Up on Tokischa” (featuring Tokischa) – Non-album single (2022)

(I)

“I Deserve It” – Music (2000)
“I Don’t Give A” (featuring Nicki Minaj) – MDNA (2012)
“I Don’t Search I Find” – Madame X (2019)
“I Fu*ked Up” – MDNA (2012)
“I Know It” – Madonna (1983)
“I Love New York” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“I Met an Angel” (Christine and the Queens featuring Madonna) – Paranoia, Angels, True Love (2023)
“I Rise” – Madame X (2019)
“I Want You” (with Massive Attack) – Something to Remember (1995)
“I’d Be Surprisingly Good for You” – Evita (1996)
“I’d Rather Be Your Lover” (featuring Meshell Ndegeocello) – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“I’ll Remember” – With Honors (1994)
“I’m a Sinner” – MDNA (2012)
“I’m Addicted” – MDNA (2012)
“I’m Going Bananas” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“I’m So Stupid” – American Life (2003)
“Iconic” (featuring Chance the Rapper and Mike Tyson) – Rebel Heart (2015)
“If You Forget Me” – Il Postino (1995)
“Illuminati” – Rebel Heart (2014)
“Imagine” – I’m Going to Tell You a Secret (2006)
“Impressive Instant” – Music (2000)
“In This Life” – Erotica (1992)
“Incredible” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Inside of Me” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Inside Out” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Intervention” – American Life (2003)
“Into the Groove” – Like a Virgin (1985 reissue)
“Into the Hollywood Groove” (featuring Missy Elliott) – Remixed & Revisited (2004)
“Isaac” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“It’s So Cool” – Celebration (2009)

(J – H)

“Jimmy Jimmy” – True Blue (1986)
“Joan of Arc” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Jump” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Just a Dream” (released by Donna De Lory) – Donna De Lory (1992)
“Justify My Love” – The Immaculate Collection (1990)
“Keep It Together” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Killers Who Are Partying” – Madame X (2019)
“La Isla Bonita” – True Blue (1986)
“La Vie en rose” – Rebel Heart Tour (2017)
“Lament” – Evita (1996)
“Laugh to Keep from Crying” – Pre-Madonna (1997)
“Let Down Your Guard” – B-side to Secret (1994)
“Let It Will Be” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Levitating” (The Blessed Madonna Remix) – Club Future Nostalgia (2020)
“Lick the Light Out” – Paranoia, Angels, True Love (2023)
“Like a Prayer” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Like a Virgin” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Like It or Not” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Little Star” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Live to Tell” – True Blue (1986)
“Living for Love” – Rebel Heart (2014)
“Lo Que Siente La Mujer” – Music (2000)
“Looking for Mercy” – Madame X (2019)
“The Look of Love” – Who’s That Girl (1987)
“Love Don’t Live Here Anymore” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Love Makes the World Go Round” – True Blue (1986)
“Love Profusion” – American Life (2003)
“Love Song” (featuring Prince) – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Love Spent” – MDNA (2012)
“Love Tried to Welcome Me” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Lucky Star” – Madonna (1983)

(M – N)

“Masterpiece” – MDNA (2012)
“Material Girl” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Material Gworrllllllll!” (with Saucy Santana) – Non-album single (2022)
“Me Against the Music” (featuring Britney Spears) – In the Zone (2003)
“Medellín” (with Maluma) – Madame X (2019)
“Mer Girl” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Messiah” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Miles Away” – Hard Candy (2008)
“More” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Mother and Father” – American Life (2003)
“Music” – Music (2000)
“A New Argentina” – Evita (1996)
“Nobody Knows Me” – American Life (2003)
“Nobody’s Perfect” – Music (2000)
“Nothing Fails” – American Life (2003)
“Nothing Really Matters” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Now I’m Following You (Part I)” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Now I’m Following You (Part II)” – I’m Breathless (1990)

(O – Q)

“Oh Father” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Oh What a Circus” – Evita (1996)
“On the Balcony of the Casa Rosada (Part 2)” – Evita (1996)
“One More Chance” – Something to Remember (1995)
“Open Your Heart” – True Blue (1986)
“Over and Over” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Papa Don’t Preach” – True Blue (1986)
“Paradise (Not for Me)” – Music (2000)
“Partido Feminista” – Evita (1996)
“Peron’s Latest Flame” – Evita (1996)
“Physical Attraction” – Madonna (1983)
“The Power of Good-Bye” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Pretender” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Popular” – The Highlights (Deluxe) (2023)
“Promise to Try” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Push” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Queen’s English” – New Faces (1993)

(R – S)

“Rain” – Erotica (1992)
“Rainbow High” – Evita (1996)
“Rainbow Tour” – Evita (1996)
“Ray of Light” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Rebel Heart” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Rescue Me” – The Immaculate Collection (1990)
“Revolver” – Celebration (2009)
“Ring My Bell” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Runaway Lover” – Music (2000)
“S.E.X.” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Sanctuary” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Santa Baby” – A Very Special Christmas (1987)
“Scheherazade” – One More Story (1988)
“Secret” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Secret Garden” – Erotica (1992)
“Shanti/Ashtangi” – Ray of Light (1998)
“She’s Not Me” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Shoo-Bee-Doo” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Sidewalk Talk” – Wotupski!?! (1984)
“Sing” – Songs of Mass Destruction (2007)
“Skin” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Sky Fits Heaven” – Ray of Light (1998)
“Soltera” – 11:11 (2019)
“Some Girls” – MDNA (2012)
“Something to Remember” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Sooner or Later” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Sorry” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Spanish Eyes” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Spanish Lesson” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Spotlight” – You Can Dance (1987)
“Stay” – Like a Virgin (1984)
“Supernatural” – B-side to Cherish (1989)
“Superstar” – MDNA (2012)
“Super Pop” – Confessions on a Dance Floor (2005)
“Survival” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Swim” – Ray of Light (1998)

(T – Z)

“Take a Bow” – Bedtime Stories (1994)
“Tell Me” – Us (1988)
“Thief of Hearts” – Erotica (1992)
“Think of Me” – Madonna (1983)
“This Used to Be My Playground” – Non-album single (1992)
“Till Death Do Us Part” – Like a Prayer (1989)
“Time Stood Still” – The Next Best Thing (2000)
“To Have and Not to Hold” – Ray of Light (1998)
“True Blue” – True Blue (1986)
“Turn Up the Radio” – MDNA (2012)
“Unapologetic Bitch” – Rebel Heart (2014)
“Up Down Suite” – B-side to Rain (1993)
“Veni Vidi Vici” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“Verás” – Something to Remember (1995)
“Voices” – Hard Candy (2008)
“Vogue” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“Vulgar” – Non-album single (2023)
“Waiting” – Erotica (1992)
“Waltz for Eva and Che” – Evita (1996)
“Wash All Over Me” – Rebel Heart (2015)
“What Can You Lose” – I’m Breathless (1990)
“What It Feels Like for a Girl” – Music (2000)
“Where Life Begins” – Erotica (1992)
“Where’s the Party” – True Blue (1986)
“White Heat” – True Blue (1986)
“Who’s That Girl” – Who’s That Girl (1987)
“Why’s It So Hard” – Erotica (1992)
“Words” – Erotica (1992)
“X-Static Process” – American Life (2003)
“You Must Love Me” – Evita (1996)
“You’ll See” – Something to Remember (1995)
“Your Honesty” – Remixed & Revisited (2004)
“Your Little Body’s Slowly Breaking Down” – Evita (1996)

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Metal Hammer has released a video featuring Kreator frontman / founder Mille Petrozza naming what he feels are five essential Kreator somgs. Check it out below.

In September 2024, Kreator dropped a powerful live video for the title song of their most recent album, Hate Über Alles, taken from their monumental performance in Chile in April 2023. Fans can relive the mayhem and massive circle pits that erupted throughout the night, showcasing the raw energy that only Kreator and their Chilean Hordes can command.

This video is a preview of Kreator’s full live performance in Chile, which was released as a live album via streaming services on November 19, 2024.

Colorado’s Buried Realm, led by the talented Josh Dummer, is excited to announce the release of their new single, “Where The Armless Phantoms Glide, Pt. II”. This single is a precursor to their eagerly awaited album, The Dormant Darkness, slated for release on April 4, 2025.

Josh: “‘Where The Armless Phantoms Glide, Pt. II’ marked the beginning of the album’s journey — a foundation upon which the rest of the material would grow. It began with a vision for gritty power metal vocals and ‘spider-esque’ riffing that seemed tailor-made for clean, commanding vocals. As the track evolved, it took a turn towards a darker, more cinematic tone, which led me to collaborate with Björn Strid, whose vocal style perfectly matched the transformed spirit of the music. The inclusion of Heikki’s powerful drumming and Francesco’s orchestral elements further enhanced the cinematic quality of the track.”

The upcoming album, The Dormant Darkness, is not just a collection of songs but a showcase of global metal talent, featuring an impressive lineup of guest artists:

– Björn “Speed” Strid (Soilwork, Night Flight Orchestra) on tracks “Human Code” and “Where the Armless Phantoms Glide, Pt. II”

– Christian Älvestam (ex-Scar Symmetry) on tracks “Bloodline Artifice”, “Futuristic Hollow Nation”, “Jaws of the Abyss”, and “The Dormant Darkness”

– Christopher Amott (ex-Arch Enemy / ex-Dark Tranquillity) on “Futuristic Hollow Nation”

– Daniel Freyberg (ex-Children Of Bodom) on “A Futile Endeavor”

-Dean Arnold (ex-Vital Remains) on “Bloodline Artifice”

– Francesco Ferrini (Fleshgod Apocalypse) with orchestration and additional synth across the album

– Gus G (Firewind, ex-Ozzy Osbourne) on “The Dormant Darkness”

– Heikki Saari (Finntroll) with drums throughout the album

– Per Nilsson (Scar Symmetry) on “Human Code”

The Dormant Darkness marks a significant milestone in the band’s over a decade-long journey in the melodic death metal scene. This album, deeply personal and dynamic, showcases a blend of raw emotion and technical precision, with contributions from an impressive roster of guest artists, enhancing its complexity and reach.

Tracklist:

“Bloodline Artifice”    
“Futuristic Hollow Nation”    
“Human Code”
“A Futile Endeavor”    
“Where the Armless Phantoms Glide, Pt. II”    
“Ophidian Dreams”
“Jaws of the Abyss”    
“The Dormant Darkness”

Italian power metallers, Frozen Crown, have shared a new video along with the following introduction:

“How it is to be a guitar player in 2025? It may seem like a silly question considering there’s a lot of female fronted bands and even female only bands, however, you never experienced living in Italy, the biggest (while totally irrelevant) hating factory of old school frustrated metalheads hating on women and young people. This, plus a ton of silly and cute things like only the Sheena + Jade combo can deliver.” 

Frozen Crown recently announced their first ever European headline tour, sharing the following message:

“Happy New Frozen Year! Where are we going to meet in 2025? Be sure to check the dates on frozencrown.net; our headlining tour starts soon and we can’t wait to see all of you on the road!

We wouldn’t be able to summarize in a single post all the love and support we received from you guys during all the incredible year we just spent together. It’s been a very intense ride, we didn’t stop for a single minute, and there has been a ton of work to do, and now we prepare to face the biggest challenge of them all: for the first time we’ll be the main act, with all the responsibilities, expenses and risks there could be. 

Of course, we’re going to have some awesome people at our side, namely Fellowship and Lutharo, with which we can’t wait to share the road and the stage! But most importantly, we’re going to have your incredible support, which is literally the only thing that allowed us to start as a new band in 2018 and to go through all these years becoming a self-sustaining band (which is more than we could even hope for).#

We have no proposals, neither hopes for the new year, as everything we could dream of is already here and we couldn’t be happier. However, meeting as many of you as possible is a goal we’ll keep working onto very hard! Thanks for making everything we accomplished until today possible! Big big hugs!”

Tickets for Frozen Crown’s upcoming tour are available at frozencrown.net.

Frozen Crown recently released their guitar-driven new single, “I Am The Wind”, taken from their War Hearts, out now. Dominated by the dynamic vocal duo of frontwoman Jade and guitarist Federico, bold guitar riffs and flawless drumming once again underscore their passion for modern power metal together with a gripping official music video.

Check out the official music video for “I Am The Wind”:

Frozen Crown constantly define and refine their sound, pushing their trademark elements to new levels of complexity without forgetting the characteristic catchy hooks. War Hearts exceeds their previous successes and solidifies their place in the global metal scene.

War Hearts is available in the following formats:

– Ltd. 1LP Gatefold Crystal Clear Black Marbled (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive) – strictly ltd. to 200 copies
– 1LP Gatefold Translucent Red (Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive)
– Digisleeve
– Digital

Order here.

War Hearts tracklisting:

“War Hearts”
“Steel And Gold”
“To Live To Die”
“Night Of The Wolf”
“On Silver Wings”
“Edge Of Reality”
“Bloodlines”
“I Am The Windv
“King Of The Sky”
“Ice Dragon”

“War Hearts” video:

“Steel And Gold” video:

Album introduction video:

Frozen Crown are:

Giada “Jade” Etro – vocals
Federico Mondelli – vocals, guitar
Fabiola Bellomo – guitar
Francesco Zof – bass
Niso Tomasini – drums
Alessia Lanzone – guitar

Pantera – featuring original members Phil Anselmo (vocals) and Rex Brown (bass) joined by Zakk Wylde (guitar) and Charlie Benante (drums) – kicked off their 2025 European headlining tour on January 21 at Ice Hall in Helsinki, Finland. Fan-filmed video can be viewed below.

Setlist:

“A New Level”
“Mouth For War”
“Strength Beyond Strength”
“Becoming”
“I’m Broken”
“Suicide Note Pt. II”
“5 Minutes Alone”
“This Love”
“Floods”
“Walk”
“Domination / Hollow”
“Cowboys From Hell”

Encore:
“Fucking Hostile”

Pantera’s tour schedule is available below. Get your tickets and VIP packages here.

Tour dates:

January
23 – Stockholm, Sweden – Hovet+
24 – Oslo, Norway – Spektrum (Sold Out)+
26 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Royal Arena+
28 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – AFAS Live+
31 – Ljubljana, Slovenia – Arena Stožice+

February
1 – Ostrava, Czech Republic – Ostravar Aréna+
3 – Budapest, Hungary – Budapest Arena+
4 – Kraków, Poland – Tauron Arena+
6 – Hamburg, Germany – Sporthalle+
7 – Berlin, Germany – Max-Schmeling-Halle*
9 – Düsseldorf, Germany – Mitsubishi Electric Halle*
10 – Brussels, Belgium – Forest National*
12 – Bologna, Italy – Unipol Arena*
13 – Zürich, Switzerland – Hallenstadion*
15 – Paris, France – Adidas Arena*
18 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro*
19 –  Leeds, UK – First Direct Arena*
21 –  Dublin, Ireland – 3Arena*
23 –  Birmingham, UK – Resorts World Arena*
25 –  London, UK – OVO Arena Wembley*

+ with Child Bite
* with King Parrot

R.I.P. Malcolm Robert Andrew McLaren (legendary NEW YORK DOLLS, SEX PISTOLS manager) January 22nd, 1946 – April 8th, 2010

HEAVY BIRTHDAYS

Happy 76th  
Stephen Ray “Steve” Perry (JOURNEY) – January 22nd, 1949 (photo credit: Myriam Santos)

Happy 69th  
Steve Riley (L.A. GUNS, W.A.S.P.) − January 22nd, 1956

Happy 40th  
Orianthi Panagaris (ALICE COOPER, MICHAEL JACKSON) – January 22nd, 1985

HEAVY RELEASES

Happy 57th
SPIRIT’s Spirit – January 22, 1968

Happy 18th 
DESTRUCTION’s Thrash Anthems – January 22nd, 2007
PAIN OF SALVATION’s Scarsick – January 22nd, 2007
ROTTING CHRIST’s Theogonia – January 22nd, 2007

Happy 17th  
BYZANTINE’s Oblivion Beckons – January 22nd, 2008
THE RED DEATH’s Godmakers – January 22nd, 2008

Happy 15th Birthday 
NODE’s In The End Everything Is A Gag – January 22nd, 2010
ORDEN OGAN’s Easton Hope – January 22nd, 2010
DARK FORTRESS’ Ylem – January 22nd, 2010

Happy 12th Birthday 
CRASHDÏET’s The Savage Playground – January 22nd, 2013
LOVE AND DEATH’s Between Here & Lost – January 22nd, 2013
LIGHTNING SWORDS OF DEATH’s Baphometic Chaosium – January 22nd, 2013
VOIVOD’s Target Earth – January 22nd, 2013

HOLY GRAIL’s Ride The Void – January 22nd, 2013

Happy 11th  
WITHIN TEMPTATION’s Hydra – January 22nd, 2014

Happy 4th
ASPHYX’s Necroceros – January 22, 2021

EKTOMORF’s Reborn – January 22, 2021
HUMAN FORTRESS’ Epic Tales & Untold Stories – January 22, 2021
LABYRINTH’s Welcome To The Absurd Circus – January 22, 2021
NERVOSA’s Perpetual Chaos – January 22, 2021
THERION’s Leviathan – January 22, 2021
WIG WAM’s Never Say Die – January 22, 2021

Avantasia will release their new album, Here Be Dragons, on February 28 via Napalm Records. Frontman / mastermind Tobias Sammet has shared a new video along with the following introduction:

“Anyone familiar with Avantasia and my passion for the craft knows how deeply I value physical formats, even in this ever-expanding digital age. Here Be Dragons is no exception! The ultimate version of this album is the deluxe artbook – a masterpiece in itself, featuring three CDs and a 96-page book. It’s not just a collector’s item, it’s an invitation to dive headfirst into the rich, immersive world of Avantasia.”

Avantasia’s success has seen hundreds of millions of streams, gold awards and chart-topping albums as well as sold-out arena tours and headline slots at major festivals, cementing the band’s standing at the very top of the international metal scene. Avantasia’s 10th studio album is set to surprise fans old and new with plenty of fresh soundscape,s and the band will be bringing their most monumental show yet to arenas across Europe with their “Here Be Dragons” headline tour kicking off in March.

Make sure to secure your copy of Here Be Dragons now and check out the lyric video for “Against The Wind” below.

Tobias Sammet on “Against The Wind”: “‘Against The Wind’ is an anthemic uptempo rocket that contains lot a lot of what Avantasia stands for. What I especially like about the song is the combination of speed and power, along with an uplifting and elating harmonic and melodic approach. It comes over you with sheer force, but it drags you along to a better place, it gives you strength and encourages you to stay true to yourself in adverse wind and raise the middle finger to those who want to keep you from being yourself. Musically and vocally it’s quite a demanding tune, as you need the full toolkit of a Power Metal singer, but it’s got some loose kind of Journey feeling also in certain places that require a completely different way of feeling the song. So I was looking for a vocal partner who would have Metal skills and quite a range, but also understand the background of singers like Sam Cooke or Steve Perry. And I knew that Kenny Leckremo of H.E.A.T. would be able to pull it off. In all modesty: I think we both sound amazing together here. I love this song!”

Featuring absolute Avantasia essentials such as spellbinding choirs and theatrical symphonic metal elements, multitalented mastermind and frontman Tobias Sammet also surprises fans old and new with plenty of intriguing fresh soundscapes. Here Be Dragons gives the celebrated Avantasia sound that has been carefully crafted over a quarter of a century an exciting and powerful spin. The new album is the most consistent and concise piece of art that the band has ever crafted.

Avantasia is not showing any signs of slowing down – soon after the release of Here Be Dragons, the band will head out on an extensive arena tour across Europe, promising to deliver fans an immersive experience with their biggest and most epic production ever.

In grand Avantasia tradition, the new full-length is rich in vivid storytelling and cinematic atmospheres, not to mention the highest level of musicianship. Opening track “Creepshow” is without a doubt one of the catchiest songs in their career. The energizing future hit truly welcomes the listener into the new era of Avantasia and will be an integral part of the band’s spectacular live shows. In contrast, the incredible title track “Here Be Dragons” is a classic Avantasia song, and at almost nine minutes, is by far the longest on the album. The cinematic dark soundscapes of “The Witch” captivate and support the song’s storyline perfectly. Emotional, multifaceted vocal performances mesmerize on “Avalon”, while the heavy metal number “Against The Wind” serves as further proof of the versatility of Avantasia’s sound. Remaining well-balanced and cohesive, Here Be Dragons is undeniably Avantasia’s most powerful album so far.

The 10-track offering was written and composed in its entirety by Tobias Sammet himself, produced and recorded by Tobias Sammet together with Sascha Paeth, mixed by Sascha Paeth and mastered by Michael Rodenberg. The stunning cover art was once again created by acclaimed British fantasy artist Rodney Matthews. Here Be Dragons marks another masterpiece in the Avantasia catalog, leaving both fans and critics speechless and proving the band’s standing as a main force in the world of rock and metal!

Here Be Dragons is now available for pre-order in several exciting physical editions, with bonus albums included in select limited formats, like a 3CD hardcover artbook with 96 pages, over 160 pictures, drawings of Rodney Matthews and extensive stories to accompany the music and pictures.

Here Be Dragons will be available in the following formats:

– 3CD-Artbook – large format, hardcover book incl. 96 pages, over 160 pictures and extensive stories and liner notes
– 3LP Vinyl Box incl 72 Pages 12″ Booklet – strictly limited to 500 copies
– 1LP Glow in the Dark Vinyl incl 12” Booklet – strictly limited to 300 copies – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive
– 1LP Yellow/Orange Marbled Vinyl incl 12” Booklet – strictly limited to 300 copies – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive
– 1LP Blue/White Splattered Vinyl incl 12″ Booklet + Poster + Slipmat – strictly limited to 500 copies – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive ROW
– 1LP Orange incl 12” Booklet     
– 1LP Black incl 12” Booklet         
– Tape – strictly limited to 100 copies – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive           
– 2CD Mediabook              
– 1CD Digipak                     
– Digital Album

Pre-order here.

Here Be Dragons tracklisting:

“Creepshow”
“Here Be Dragons”
“The Moorland At Twilight”
“The Witch”
“Phantasmagoria”
“Bring On The Night”
“Unleash The Kraken”
“Avalon”
“Against The Wind”
“Everybody’s Here Until The End”

“Creepshow” video:

2025 tour dates:

March
14 – Hamburg, Germany – Sporthalle
15 – Brussels, Belgium – AB Box
16 – Paris, France – Olympia
18 – Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg – Rockhal
20 – Berlin, Germany – Columbiahalle
21 – Bamberg, Germany – Brose Arena
22 – Bochum, Germany – RuhrCongress
24 – London, England – The Roundhouse
26 – Tilburg, Netherlands – O13
28 – Stuttgart, Germany – Schleyerhalle
29 – Prague, Czech Republic – Forum Karlin

April
1 – Budapest, Hungary – Barba Negra
2 – Vienna, Austria – Gasometer
4 – Munich, Germany – Zenith
5 – Frankfurt am Main, Germany – Jahrhunderthalle
6 – Cologne, Germany – Palladium
8 – Milan, Italy – Alcatraz
9 – Zurich, Switzerland – The Hall
11 – Barcelona, Spain – Razzmatazz
12 – Madrid, Spain – Vistalegre
23 – Helsinki, Finland – Black Box
25 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene
26 – Stockholm, Sweden – Arenan Fryshuset