Rock 108

The drummer/vocalist dives into how the title of Mastodon's latest LP represents loss, relationships and gratitude.

The Shinedown singer explains why Dolly Parton was so influential to him, as well as why she'll be "talked about for centuries."

Abilene's police impound lot has a section workers call Death Row, and it's not the name that's got people spooked after dark.

Over 500 college rodeo athletes are heading to Abilene this September for three days of competition and nighttime performances.

Scratch a Cowboys ticket and you're in. Win or lose, non-winning tickets get a second shot at real Cowboys experiences through special drawings.

Texas high schools now have to track heat levels before letting students practice outside. It's about keeping football and band kids safe when temperatures spike.

It's been a tumultuous week for Bad Wolves, who are now down a guitarist who quite over disagreements about a Dolly Parton cover.

With four months left, there's still a lot of big rock and metal albums left to come out this year!

If you're not visiting these National Parks in the fall, you're really missing out.

Goodwill's opening a full-fledged record store in North Carolina this September, complete with vinyl, CDs, and a listening room to test before you buy.

Modern cars come loaded with tech, but that doesn't mean you're stuck with factory speakers. Kingdom Audio knows how to work with it.

See what Mastodon had to say about the creation of their 'Marrow Deep' album as the record arrives.

Hear the Turnstile collabs you never knew you needed in your life.

Ex-Metallica tech Aidan Mullen shares his harrowing experience being rescued from the same 1986 bus crash that claimed the life of Cliff Burton.

Sid Wilson was photographed in a recording studio with rapper Rome Fortune following his split with Slipknot earlier this month.

Here are 11 stripped-down grunge songs that still go hard as f-ck, including picks by Mother Love Bone, Alice in Chains, Temple of the Dog and more.

Another Triumph tour leg, The Used returning to the road and Butcher Babies lead this week's new tour announcement.

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.

Ten bucks feeds fifty people through the Food Bank's September challenge. Every donation counts toward a million meals for families in need.

Texas has a plethora of laws on the books for all kinds of situations. One particular law sounds very strange, but is necessary, talking to dolphins in the Texas gulf.

Stay alert, Texans! Scammers are using fake texts to steal your info. Don't fall for it, report any suspicious messages to authorities.

Maynard James Keenan shared a message on social media regarding his hip replacement surgery, which he just had done on Aug. 26.

Here are 25 rock and metal bands that have called off shows so far this year and the reason behind the cancellations.

You may have heard about the uptick in CD sales in 2026, so here's why the format may be making a comeback, according to a vinyl industry expert.

Rockers are paying tribute to late actor Tim Curry on social media following his death at the age of 80. He died on Aug. 25.

Axl Rose is mourning the death of his cat Whiskey Maranello Rose, who died Aug. 25 at the age of 16, according to a post on the rocker's social media.

In Loudwire's Cover Story interview, Daniela, Paulina and Alejandra Villarreal Vélez celebrate the Warning's latest album, 'Everything's Falling.'

Texas child car seat laws depend on a child's age and height. Learn when children can ride in the front seat and the latest Texas safety recommendations.

Pumpkin spice is back at Starbucks, but why do we love it so much? Experts point to nostalgia, psychology and clever marketing.

Oasis broke up because the Gallagher brothers couldn't stand being in the same room. Now they're back together, and it's all documented.

New Bad Wolves vocalist Sara 'Killboy' Skinner explains why the band dropped off their recently announced tour dates with Skillet.

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi dives into his next solo album, reflects on Back to the Beginning and celebrates the ongoing legacy of Ozzy Osbourne.

The lyrics are simple, but that hasn't stopped countless rock and metal acts from doing their own versions of "Jolene."

See what members of the rock and metal community are saying about the death of Dolly Parton.

The show is now set for a different venue due to an ongoing investigation into a crematory's handling of remains.

Get to know Rob Zombie's new fill-in touring drummer, including his past with Rob and his previous work in punk and hardcore bands.

Four out of ten cannabis users have buyer's remorse from shopping while high, and the bills add up fast for younger generations.

Recovery Month kicks off in Abilene with a free rally at Nelson Park, and it's not just a meeting. There's music, food, and bounce houses too.

A recent From Ashes to New show was brought to a halt after the band's vocalist started lashing out at a fan who was apparently spraying the band with a water gun.