One of the oldest landmarks in the county has a surprising link to the most influential band in British heavy metal.

Lancashire band Shadow Company delivered a strong performance at Bloodstock, with an explosive set that showed why they deserved a place at the UK’s biggest independent metal festival.

Bloodstock Open Air have wasted no time in revealing a huge first wave of bands for the 2027 festival, including Electric Callboy, Mercyful Fate and Motionless In White.

Blackpool is preparing to welcome thousands of punk fans from all around the world this week as Rebellion Festival 2026 returns to the Winter Gardens for four days of legendary performances.

Lancashire-based alternative artist n0trixx has released a lyric video for her single, "Narc (I'm So Happy You're Dead)".

Alestorm have officially announced a 2027 UK tour. The band are bringing Battle Beast and Wizardthrone for a packed run of January shows.

HeadRush have released a huge firmware update for the Flex Prime, Prime, and Core amp modelling units.

Metal fans are in for a treat, as Sunbird Records have announced a powerful three-band lineup for Saturday, August 29, 2026.

In heavy music, authenticity matters. There aren’t many acts that embody that more than FMA + 12 Gage.