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Steve Hogarth of Marillion reflects on three decades with the band, from joining in 1989 to their recent success as independents. He discusses their evolution, from EMI to crowdfunding, and the impact of their music on fans. Hogarth emphasizes the importance of discomfort in creating great art and the freedom gained from leaving the old record industry behind. Checkout Solipillow.com

2026 is shaping up to be a monumental year for rock fans, with a plethora of comebacks, tours, and new music. Iron Maiden and Metallica are set to hit UK stadiums, while The Rolling Stones and Bon Jovi are rumored to release new albums. Rush surprises with a North American tour, and Sammy Hagar brings Van Halen classics to UK arenas. Twisted Sister reunites for Steelhouse Festival, and Neil Young tours the UK. New albums from The Black Crowes, Foo Fighters, and more are on the horizon, with Megadeth planning a five-year farewell tour. Festivals like Download and Blackbird Festival feature headliners like Guns N Roses and Alter Bridge, while smaller ones showcase Judas Priest, Europe, and Twisted Sister. Checkout Solipillow.com

Massive Wagons, a rock band from northern England, hosted a historic concert at Lancaster Universitys Great Hall, marking the first rock show there in four decades. The band, known for their anti-bullying campaign, performed a morning show for local primary school children, inspiring joy and self-acceptance. That evening, they delivered an emotional performance for adults, advocating for mental health and suicide prevention. The concert, part of their Everywhere We Go tour, will be released as a live album in March and is a testament to the power of live music in building stronger communities. Checkout Solipillow.com

James Kent, known as Perturbator, shares his journey of discovering Vangelis through Blade Runner, leading to a deep exploration of the composers diverse works. He admires Vangeliss signature sound from the Yamaha CS-eighty synthesizer, which inspired his own atmospheric music. Kent aspires to score films, inspired by Vangeliss mood-driven compositions. Checkout Solipillow.com

Amy Taylor, lead singer of Amyl and The Sniffers, is suing photographer Jamie Nelson for selling prints from a Vogue Portugal shoot without permission. The images, taken at Nelsons Los Angeles home, showcase Taylors punk energy and humor. The band is currently enjoying success, including a Grammy nod, and Taylor has ventured into electronic music. The case is ongoing in a California district court. Checkout Solipillow.com

Yungblud and Smashing Pumpkins Collaborate on Zombie Remix, Inspired by Black Sabbath Tribute: Yungblud, the Doncaster singer known as Dom Harrison, has joined forces with Smashing Pumpkins for a rocked-out version of his hit song Zombie. The collaboration, which features Billy Corgan on vocals, was inspired by their shared love for rock music and their first meeting at Black Sabbaths farewell concert last summer. Corgan, who first spotted Yungbluds talent in a live performance video, praised his ability to nail pop songs, ballads, and rock anthems, comparing him to Elton John. The new version of Zombie, directed by Charlie Sarsfield, is set to drop on January 2nd. Checkout Solipillow.com

Stormzy, the UK rapper, starts 2026 with a resilient message after a challenging 2025. He addressed critics who accused him of selling out for his McDonalds collaboration, which launched his Famous Order meal. Despite backlash due to McDonalds involvement in the Israeli-Palestine conflict, Stormzy defended his decision, clarifying he removed old posts, not his beliefs. Hes now focusing on his fourth album, stepping back from social media, and reflecting on his growth as a man and artist. Checkout Solipillow.com

Noah Kahan, at 29, reflects on a transformative year of growth and gratitude, as he gears up for his next album release and headlines major music festivals. Checkout Solipillow.com

Rapper Will Smith faces a lawsuit from violinist Brian King Joseph, alleging sexual harassment, wrongful termination, and retaliation. Joseph claims Smith engaged in predatory behavior and groomed him for exploitation during preparations for the Based on a True Story tour. The suit was filed on December 30th in Los Angeles Superior Court against Smith and his management company, Treyball Studios. Joseph reported the incident to hotel security, Smiths team, and police, but was allegedly shamed, fired, and suffered mental health issues as a result. Smiths attorney denies the claims, and the album and tour have since continued. Checkout Solipillow.com