On Wednesday (November 19), Converge shared details of their new album, Love Is Not Enough, which is set for release on February 13 via Deathwish/Epitaph. The announcement was accompanied by a music video for the project’s intense title track, which was written, directed, shot, and edited by George Gallardo Kattah. Love Is Not Enough marks the metalcore band’s first full-length album since 2017, excluding a 2021 collaboration with Chelsea Wolfe, with guitarist Kurt Ballou recording the 10-track album at his God City studio in the group’s hometown of Salem, Massachusetts. Frontman Jacob Bannon reveals that the album “does a thing that no other Converge record does — it keeps ramping up. And that’s definitely by design,” while noting that despite the long break between studio releases, “We still identify this band as the outlet that’s essential to our lives. We give everything we have to it.” Exclusive colored vinyl and CDs are available for pre-order at Converge’s webstore. (Consequence of Sound)

On Tuesday (November 18), Rock & Roll Hall of Famers ZZ Top and country legend Dwight Yoakam announced the dates and details of their co-headlining Dos Amigos Tour of the U.S. in Spring 2026. The jaunt is set to span 15 dates across the Midwest and Southeast from March 26 in Brookings, South Dakota, to May 23 in Huntington, West Virginia, with stops in Wichita, Lexington, Peoria, Des Moines, and North Charleston along the way. Despite ZZ Top not releasing new music since 2012, the Texas trio – who recently reunited with drummer Frank Beard after he was sidelined with foot and ankle issues – continues a busy touring schedule, with a series of summer 2026 European dates just announced as part of The Big One Tour. Yoakam will be on the road promoting his 2024 album, Brighter Days, which was the first new record in eight years from the 69-year-old country singer. Pre-sales started on Wednesday (November 19), with general on-sale beginning on Friday (November 21). (Consequence of Sound)

An obscure remix of Was (Not Was)’s 1983 track, “Shake Your Head,” features a rare duet between Ozzy Osbourne and a pre-fame Madonna, whose vocals were initially recorded but then withheld from the official release, replaced by Kim Basinger’s instead. Ozzy’s son Louis Osbourne (from the metal legend’s first wife, Thelma Riley), revealed on his half-brother Jack Osbourne’s Trying Not to Die podcast that Madonna’s approval was never granted for the original release, leading to Basinger’s version being used. Years later, producer Don Was discovered Ozzy and Madonna’s vocal tracks and created a remix blending their voices for a 1992 compilation, Now Dance 92. The track was uploaded to YouTube years ago, though the duet’s existence gained wider attention after Was’ recent comments to Rolling Stone. “We realized about eight years later that we had Ozzy and Madonna on parallel tracks, so we gave it to a remixer, and he turned it into a Ozzy/Madonna duet,” recalled Was. (Consequence of Sound)

London’s Metropolitan Police have concluded their investigation into the death of 45-year-old Lee Claydon, who died after falling from a balcony at Wembley Stadium during an Oasis concert in August. Officers determined that it was a tragic accident with no third-party involvement or suicide suspected. A toxicology report raised no concerns, and the case is not considered criminal. “This, from everything we have seen, was a tragic accident,” said Detective Sergeant James Raffin, who added, “From a police point of view, I would say our investigation is complete.” Following the incident, Oasis released a statement that read, “We are shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic death of a fan at the show last night,” while expressing their condolences to Claydon’s friends and family. Claydon's father described him as a “hard-working family man,” while his brother mourned the loss of his “best mate.” The Barnet Coroner is expected to issue a full examination report in February. (Rolling Stone)

One of Ace Frehley’s iconic custom “Smoker” Gibson Les Paul guitars, used extensively during KISS’ 1999 Psycho Circus World Tour and the band’s 2000-2001 Farewell Tour – his last with KISS – is set to be auctioned via GottaHaveRockandRoll.com from November 19 to December 5. Signed by Frehley and accompanied by photos and a certificate of authenticity, this sunburst guitar features his famous smoke effects innovation, where smoke bombs and a halogen bulb were installed in the guitar’s neck cavity and remotely triggered to enhance his performances. Frehley, who passed away last month at 74, was celebrated not only as a pioneering guitarist but also as an innovator in rock guitar special effects, inspiring generations with his “Smoker,” “Light,” and “Rocket” guitars that set new standards in rock performance artistry. The guitar comes from Frehley’s personal collection, and is expected to fetch $150,000 - $200,000 at auction. (Rolling Stone)

The U.K. government is set to ban reselling concert tickets above face value following pressure from artists including Dua Lipa, Coldplay, the Cure, Radiohead, and Sam Fender, who signed an open letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer urging action against ticket touting. The musicians asked government officials to take action to “restore faith in the ticketing system” and “help democratize public access to the arts.” Under the proposed plan, resale of tickets for live music, theater, comedy and sports events will be allowed only up to the original purchase price with minimal extra fees, aiming to reduce ticket costs by an average of £37 ($48) and save fans £112 million ($137 million) annually. Resale platforms will be legally required to enforce these rules, addressing widespread ticket price inflation seen at major events like Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and Oasis’ reunion shows, which even prompted a government investigation into Ticketmaster’s consumer practices. (Variety)

For the very first time, Pink Floyd’s “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” Parts 1-9 have been released as one continuous 25-minute track on the upcoming 50th anniversary reissue of Wish You Were Here, which arrives on December 12. Originally split into two halves on the band’s iconic 1975 album, this new stereo mix captures the entire sprawling tribute to Floyd’s original lead singer, Syd Barrett, whose surprise visit during the album’s recording session only adds to its enduring lore. An official music video has also just been released for “Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1-9, New Stereo Mix),” which features the creation of a painting of Barrett by comedian, actor and artist Noel Fielding. “It’s the future and the past at the same time,” Fielding says of Wish You Were Here, while adding, “It is a masterpiece, that album cover, and that album. It’s a masterpiece. And it’s based on Syd Barrett, who is a walking masterpiece.” (Consequence of Sound)

On Tuesday (November 18), Mötley Crüe announced the dates and details of their 33-city North American tour in 2026 dubbed The Return of the Carnival of Sins, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 2005-2006 tour and live album, as well as the band’s 45th anniversary. Kicking off July 17 in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania, the tour will hit amphitheaters and arenas throughout the U.S. and Canada, before concluding on September 26 in Ridgefield, Washington. Extreme and Tesla will be the opening acts on all dates. This marks the band’s first major tour following lead singer Vince Neil’s recovery from a debilitating stroke he suffered last Christmas. General on-sale begins Friday (November 21), with $1 from every ticket donated to ASAP! (After School Arts Program) through the Mötley Crüe Giveback Initiative. The announcement coincides with the release of a deluxe 40th-anniversary box set of the Crüe's landmark 1985 album, Theatre of Pain, which features remastered vinyl, bonus live recordings, demos, and a hardcover book. (Billboard)

The late Queen singer Freddie Mercury has been honored with a commemorative coin from the U.K.’s Royal Mint, which celebrates the 40th anniversary of the 1985 Live Aid concert. The coin features his portrait, signature, and a silver-studded pattern inspired by his iconic belt, along with a depiction of his four-octave vocal range. The first coin was struck by Mercury’s sister, Kashmira Bulsara, who said, “As Freddie died young, he didn’t get the chance of being awarded a royal medal for his talents in the music world. So to have a royal coin this way is wonderful and very fitting.” The collection includes various editions ranging from £18.50 to £9,350, with a special gold proof coin set to be auctioned off by the Mercury Phoenix Trust, the AIDS charity founded in the singer’s memory. “This coin celebrates a truly global icon whose influence continues to inspire generations,” says Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at the Royal Mint. (Rolling Stone)

After nearly a five-year gap since their last Adult Alternative Airplay No. 1, Of Monsters and Men returned to the top of the chart with "Ordinary Creature," their fifth chart leader and second consecutive No. 1 following "Visitor" in 2020. The Icelandic band previously achieved back-to-back No. 1s in 2012-13 with "Little Talks" and "Mountain Sound," and also topped the chart with "Crystals" in 2015. "Ordinary Creature" is the lead single from the band's 2025 album, All Is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade, their first full-length since 2019's Fever Dream. The song  also reached No. 28 on Alternative Airplay and No. 21  on Rock & Alternative Airplay charts, following a 14% increase to 1.9 million audience impressions over the past week. The album, released on October 17 via the band’s own label OMAM/Skarkali Records, debuted on the Top Current Album Sales chart following 2,000 copies sold in its first week. (Billboard)

Paul McCartney has joined a new musical protest against AI-driven copyright infringement. The former Beatle contributed a nearly three-minute silent song titled, “Bonus Track,” to the updated vinyl release of the album, Is This What We Want?, which features only background studio noise and no actual music to symbolize the threat AI poses to musicians’ livelihoods. The project, involving artists like the Clash, Kate Bush, Annie Lennox, Tori Amos, Damon Albarn, and composer Hans Zimmer, criticizes proposed changes to U.K. copyright laws that could allow AI companies to exploit recorded music without fair compensation. Profits from the album will benefit the charity Help Musicians, and according to a statement from project organizers, the use of silence reflects “the impact we expect the government’s proposals would have on musicians’ livelihoods.” McCartney has previously expressed concern that young songwriters may lose control over their creations and not get paid while tech companies profit off their work. (Rolling Stone)

In a new interview with The Times, Bon Iver mastermind Justin Vernon has indicated that his latest album, 2025's Grammy-nominated SABLE, fABLE, may be his final full-length project. The musician admitted that he’s fully tapped out musically at the moment. “I don’t know how much is left. I’ve expelled a lot of it,” Vernon revealed, while adding, “I would be very surprised [if there was another Bon Iver album]. For the first time since I was 12, I’m not writing songs. There aren’t any in here,” he said while pointing at his heart. Reflecting on his acclaimed 20-year career, which features two Grammy wins, Vernon expressed acceptance of this unfamiliar creative pause, noting that the album’s closing track, “Au Revoir,” poetically hints at a farewell, while the music video for “Day One” humorously depicted his retirement from the project. Although he may step back from solo work, Vernon remains open to collaborations, recently contributing to Haim’s latest song, “Tie You Down.” (Consequence of Sound)

On Monday (November 17), Disney+ released a new two-and-a-half minute trailer for the restored and expanded version of The Beatles Anthology, an eight-part documentary series that originally aired in 1995 which chronicles the band’s formation, rise to fame, and cultural impact. The first three episodes of the refreshed series will premiere on Disney+ on November 26, with three new episodes rolling out over the following two days (Nov. 27-28). The docuseries now includes a ninth episode featuring previously unreleased footage of Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr during the creation of the original project. Enhanced with new restorations and sound mixing overseen by Apple Corps and Peter Jackson’s team, the documentary offers archival interviews with the band members, while highlighting landmark moments like their iconic Ed Sullivan Show appearance and famed Shea Stadium concerts. It also captures the 1995 reunion sessions that produced the surviving member’s Grammy-winning collaboration on a John Lennon demo, "Free as a Bird," marking the first new Beatles song since their 1970 breakup. (Billboard)

Five Finger Death Punch have claimed a record 13th consecutive No. 1 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart with “The End,” which features Japanese rock band BABYMETAL. This marks FFDP’s 17th overall chart-topper, and extends the lengthiest No. 1 streak in the ranking’s history, which dates back to the Las Vegas metal band’s 2018 chart-topping hit, “Sham Pain.” While BABYMETAL, who are featured on the track, also made history by becoming the first Japanese and Asian-based act to reach No. 1 on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. “The End,” originally from FFDP’s 2022 album, AfterLife, and re-recorded for their recent BEST OF (Volume 2) release, also climbed to No. 17 on the all-format Rock & Alternative Airplay chart, reflecting a 16% increase of 2.5 million audience impressions over the past week. With 17 total No. 1s, Five Finger Death Punch now ranks third on the all-time list of Mainstream Rock Airplay chart leaders, behind Shinedown (21) and Three Days Grace (19). (Billboard)

Sharon Osbourne is actively seeking to block the release of early Black Sabbath demos recorded in 1969. The project is set to come out under the band’s original name, Earth, with the band’s former manager, Jim Simpson, planning to release the recordings as Earth: The Legendary Lost Tapes. Despite Simpson’s repeated intentions to release the nine demo recordings on his Big Bear Records label, Osbourne insists the band opposes the release, highlighting that Black Sabbath members have never heard the tapes and were never offered royalties. In an Instagram post on Saturday (November 5) and an email sent to Simpson, Osbourne challenged his label’s credibility, and warned of legal action if the demos are released without the band’s consent. “Black Sabbath don’t take things lying down,” Osbourne wrote, while threatening that “you can be assured that if you go ahead with this against the Band’s wishes we will take any action where their rights are infringed, both here and in America.” (Consequence of Sound)

On Monday (November 17), Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner announced the dates and details of their co-headlining Double Trouble Double Vision Tour of North America in summer 2026. The dual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees’ 19-date jaunt kicks off on July 23 in Atlanta and concludes on August 29 in Rogers, Arkansas, with stops in Toronto, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Kansas City, and Dallas along the way, with support coming from Six Gun Sally. Skynyrd singer Johnny Van Zant stated, “I’m excited to share the stage with Foreigner and hear all their amazing hits! I’ve always been a fan, and I believe the audience will love this tour. Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner together — it doesn’t get much better than that.” Ticket pre-sales start Tuesday (November 18), followed by general on-sales on Friday (November 21). In addition to the joint tour, both bands also have separate headlining dates planned in 2025-2026. (Consequence of Sound)

On Thursday (November 13), Ringo Starr announced the dates and details of his 12-date US spring tour in 2026 with his current All Starr Band. The jaunt is set to kick off on May 28 in Temecula, California, and concludes on June 14 in Los Angeles, with stops in San Diego, Salt Lake City, Denver, and Phoenix along the way. “I am happy to be touring again in the Spring - see you all in June. Peace and love,” shared the 85-year-old former Beatle. The current All Starr Band lineup features Steve Lukather, Colin Hay, Warren Ham, Hamish Stuart, Gregg Bissonette, and Buck Johnson. Following a variety of pre-sales, tickets go on-sale to the general public on Friday (November 21) via Ticketmaster. This year has seen Starr make numerous headlines beyond music, including throwing shade at Roger Daltrey following his son Zak Starkey’s controversial departure from The Who, and making the surprising revelation on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that he’s never eaten pizza. (Consequence of Sound)

Florence + the Machine’s new album, Everybody Scream, debuted at No. 1 on six Billboard album charts – including Top Rock & Alternative Albums, Top Rock Albums, Top Alternative Albums, Top Album Sales, Top Current Album Sales, and Indie Store Album Sales – while also reaching No. 4 on the all-genre Billboard 200 and No. 2 on Vinyl Albums. With this milestone, Florence Welch’s band ties Brandi Carlile for the most No. 1s for a woman-led act on the Top Rock & Alternative Albums chart since 2006, with each artist scoring five chart-toppers. Everybody Scream earned 56,000 equivalent units in its first week ending November 6, including a career-high 25,000 vinyl sales. Additionally, three tracks from the record charted on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, with “Sympathy Magic” debuting at No. 28 and “One of the Greats” launching at No. 44, while the title track reaches a new peak of No. 30 on the tally, as it simultaneously sits at No. 12 on Alternative Airplay and climbs to a new high of No. 2 on Adult Alternative Airplay. (Billboard)

Over the weekend, Yungblud announced that he has cancelled the remainder of his 2025 tour dates, including shows in Philadelphia, Cleveland, Washington, Mexico City, and Latin America, due to medical concerns after recent voice and blood tests raised alarms. “I have been ordered by my doctor to take a break from touring until the end of the year,” he wrote in an Instagram Story. “I don’t want to do any lasting damage to myself, we are on a journey that I want to last forever. I understand that some of you will be so frustrated. I just want you to know that this is so hard for me to do but I promise I will make it up to you.” Fans won’t have to wait long to see Yunglud, with the British rock star set to launch his sold-out 2026 IDOLS World Tour in the spring, with an arena tour of the UK and Ireland in April followed by North American dates starting in May. (Consequence of Sound)

On Sunday (November 16), the NFL announced that Jack White and Post Malone will headline the halftime shows of their scheduled Thanksgiving Day games. White will perform during the Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers game at Ford Field, while Post Malone will launch The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle Kickoff by performing at the Dallas Cowboys vs. Kansas City Chiefs matchup. White is a Detroit native and a 12-time Grammy winner, who was just inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame last week as the guitarist/lead singer of The White Stripes, while Malone is a Texas native and avowed Cowboys fan, who has received 18 Grammy nominations as a multi-genre artist but has yet to win. His 2024 country record, F-1 Trillion, topped the Billboard 200 and Top Country Albums charts, receiving a 2025 Grammy nomination for Best Country Album. Malone, who previously sang “America the Beautiful” before the 2024 Super Bowl, will continue his world tour in support of the album shortly after Thanksgiving. (New York Times)