Did Bon Jovi bring Wembley to its feet? Dave Scott says this legendary band still knows how to deliver a huge, entertaining stadium show. Here’s a taster of photos by Cherie Hansson and David Bergman. Full review and gallery: www.fireworks-magazine.com/concertreviews

The riffmaster has returned. Tony Iommi teams up with Jørn Lande for From The Dark, his first solo album since 2005. Dave Cockett finds colossal riffs, classic Sabbath influence and plenty of Jørn's own personality. Which track would you pick as the album's standout? buff.ly/d98P74t

Conrad “Cronos” Lant of Venom has died aqed 63. His voice, bass and vision helped shape extreme metal, inspiring generations through landmark albums including Welcome to Hell and Black Metal. Our deepest condolences to his family, bandmates and fans. Rest in peace, Cronos. The music lives on.

From Turin to Abbey Road, Killing Chic are making their mark. Joff, Matteo and Chris discuss the band's origins, their evolving sound and recording at one of the world's most famous studios. Read the full interview in Issue 116. Order: www.fireworks-magazine.com/product-page...

Can Queen’s Live In Budapest still blow you away decades later? Pete Arnett revisits the concert in glorious 4K with remixed sound. His verdict? Breathtaking visuals, immaculate audio and a restoration that does Queen justice. Read his review. www.fireworks-magazine.com/albumreviews... #Queen

What happens when The Darkness swap Knebworth for a tiny Hackney room? Gold glitter, a packed crowd, guitar solos inches from the front row and Justin Hawkins in a gold catsuit. Dawn Osborne was there. Read the full review and gallery: www.fireworks-magazine.com/post/the-dar...

What song from your teenage years never left you? Pete heads back to 1985 for Dokken’s “In My Dreams”, a song he first properly noticed on a mate’s tape and kept coming back to over the years. Have a listen and give it your rating: www.fireworks-magazine.com/blastfromthe...

𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗔 𝗦𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗨𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗 𝗔 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗥𝗢𝗖𝗞 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪? The Darkness proved it can. Dawn Osborne captured Justin Hawkins and the band in action. Small crowd, massive performance. Full review coming soon: www.fireworks-magazine.com/concertreviews

Ben Poole isn’t standing still — his new album Post-Midnight Behaviour is out now via Gypsy Soul Records. Check out the lead single “Runaway Souls” featuring Elles Bailey. Read more and get the full story: wix.to/oRL6eEQ #BenPoole #NewMusic #BluesRock #RockNews #PostMidnightBehaviour

“We never stopped being a band. We never stopped writing songs. We never stopped believing in what we were doing.” Lansdowne's Jon Ricci talks Wish You Well, independence, touring, songwriting and the band's journey in Issue 116 of Fireworks. Order: www.fireworks-magazine.com/product-page...

Could a guitar still stop a room in its tracks after six decades? Myke Gray saw Robin Trower at Shepherd’s Bush Empire and came away blown away by the playing, feel and groove. Jack J. Hutchinson opened with raw blues-rock. www.fireworks-magazine.com/post/robin-t...

What’s the soundtrack to your next few hours? Part 3 of the Issue 116 playlist is live! Theory Of A Deadman, Black Sabbath, James Bruner, The Damn Truth, Ben Poole, Wicked, Amon Amarth and more. Part 1 & 2 are waiting too. www.fireworks-magazine.com/playlist #Rock #Metal

Did Dave get his Cockett’s Choice right? Europe, 7 Miles To Pittsburgh or Transatlantic Radio? Hear all three tracks and decide which one deserves the top spot. www.fireworks-magazine.com/cockettschoice

Little Angels are back with new energy — their Big Bad & Back tour inspired the band to write their first music since 1994, recording live together to capture that raw spirit. Read the full story and why this return feels so authentic. wix.to/OF1YpyV #LittleAngels #RockNews #BandReturn #NewMusic

Can a man in his eighties still play with teenage energy? Robin Trower gave Myke Gray a very clear answer. He left “feeling uplifted” after seeing the veteran in action. Jack J. Hutchinson impressed too. Full review and gallery soon: www.fireworks-magazine.com/concertreviews

“If ZZ Top, The Black Crowes and Chris Stapleton had a baby, it would be Sunset Sinners!” Blake Blackim discusses Chaos, the band's Southern Rock influences, all-analog recording, and their “less is more” approach in Issue 116 of Fireworks. Order: www.fireworks-magazine.com/product-page...

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 playing this Sunday? Parker Barrow are waiting in our Rock and Metal playlists, alongside plenty more. Two playlists. One place to find them: www.fireworks-magazine.com/playlist Website, YouTube and Spotify. Turn it up!

Need new Prog Rock & Metal for the weekend? Tired of the usual names? 13 acts from Bad Dog Promotions’ roster have joined forces on Midnight Howl. Best bit? It’s FREE. Download it here: www.fireworks-magazine.com/product-page...

𝗣𝗮𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳? 4 issues. £28 delivered in the UK. 164 pages of Rock & Metal interviews, features and no-nonsense reviews. Issue #116 is now low stock. www.fireworks-magazine.com/category/sub...

This is anything but Hollow. Billy Morrison has raised the bar again. From raw autobiography and huge riffs to Punk, Hip-Hop, Hard Rock and an astonishing guest list, this album refuses to play it safe. Pete Arnett gives it 9/10. buff.ly/9gtyKJ0 Which track would you play first?

Thin Lizzy fans, does ‘Emerald’ still hit the mark? Dave’s Blast From The Past pick showcases Phil Lynott and that iconic twin-guitar sound. Find out why he chose it, have a listen, then tell us what you think. www.fireworks-magazine.com/blastfromthe...

ANTHRAX have just unleashed Cursum Perficio — their dark, 12th studio album — and dropped a striking black-and-white video for the title track. Fans gathered in Louisville for a release-day signing after their Louder Than Life set. Read more: wix.to/dxhQISI #Anthrax #CursumPerficio #MetalNews

Could Europe still surprise you in 2026? Come This Madness is our Album Of The Week, bringing melody, keyboards, guitar and classic rock weight together. Read our review and hear The Cult Of Ignorance: www.fireworks-magazine.com/album-of-the... Hot or not?

Kai Hansen is doing exactly what Kai Hansen wants. The Helloween and Gamma Ray legend discusses Born With A Hammer, creative freedom, authenticity and exploring beyond Power Metal in Issue 116 of Fireworks. “I was just free to do what the hell I felt like.” Order: buff.ly/ZAIzvLA

Is this the Bob Catley vinyl your collection has been waiting for? Pete opens up Far Away...Live In Concert, checks out Rodney Matthews’ artwork, the gatefold and coloured 2LP. youtu.be/tNDEVIEVnzY

How loud are you playing Crossbone Skully feat. Phil Collen? ‘Thunder Love’ is ripping through our Issue #116 Playlist Part 1. Turn it up, then dive into TWO playlists packed with Rock and Metal. www.fireworks-magazine.com/playlist

𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝗟𝗘𝗠𝗠𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗦? Motörhead, Ice-T, Whitfield Crane and “Born To Raise Hell”. One seriously unexpected Rock moment. Remember it? If not, come and discover it. www.fireworks-magazine.com/when-rock-cr...

Bruce Dickinson found his metal voice again — and we dive into how his 1997 solo album Accident Of Birth brought him back to hard rock and metal. Relive the comeback and the tracks that defined it: Man Of Sorrows, Darkside Of Aquarius and the title track. Read more: wix.to/0nd6moE #BruceDickinson

Was Extreme’s III Sides To Every Story a misunderstood gem, or did it try to do too much? We want YOUR verdict. New poll categories mean more ways to have your say. Worth the effort or underappreciated? Defend your choice. When the smoke clears and the dust settles: You said it!

Bryan Adams is back with a deeply personal new album — How’s It Goin’ — out November 6, 2026. A love letter to Canada blending country, folk and rock, the record explores the people, places and landscapes that shaped him. Read more and get the full story: wix.to/JryGW36 #BryanAdams #NewAlbum