Guardian Music — Stagnating bands and bored fans could benefit hugely from football-style insanity. Bring on the Cristiano Ronaldo-style transfer sagasThere are many parallels between music and football. But as Cristiano Ronaldo's gormless gnashers move from Manchest... more info

411 Mania — There's so much you've missed and don't even know it. This edition is huge: News from Linkin Park, Iron Maiden, Creed, Opeth, Motograter, The Used, Dillinger, Flyleaf, Killswitch Engage, Muse, Snot, STP, Megadeth, Slipknot, KISS, 3 Doors Down, Candle... more info

411 Mania — Seeing one of your favorite artists and some supporting acts is a good time. What if, though, several of your favorite acts played together...It would be your wet dream. This week, the 411Music Critics talk about some of the bands they would love to ... more info

Roadrunner Records — So it would seem Roadrunner's own Mike Gitter (A&R) stopped in on MEGADETH's Dave Mustaine in the studio the other day, and Dave just made an update on the band's more info

411 Mania — It's a huge news edition, this week. Van Halen follows in Metallica's footsteps. Linkin Park announces Transformer's single. Chevelle, 30 Seconds To Mars, Daughtry title new albums. Track listings for Megadeth, The Wallflowers, Our Lady Peace. 1990s ... more info

411 Mania — Creed officially back for tour and new album, but what does this mean for Alter Bridge? Blink-182 do something "no other band has done", Nickelback bassist reveals just how the band got so big, Slayer and Megadeth team up, plus updates from Faith No ... more info

411 Mania — Metal legends announce "Canadian Carnage" tour... more info

Thrash Hits — There’s no denying it - 2009 looks like it’s going to be a good year for the Big Four. If you’re suffering from an epic brain-fail, and don’t already know who they are, The Big Four are the quartet of bands who helped define Thras... more info

411 Mania — More details on the cryptic Megadeth tour posting. Slipknot working on 10 year anniversary DVD. Pearl Jam working on new material. Marilyn Manson reveals track listing. Killswitch album title, possible tracks. Tour details for Nine Inch Nails/JaneÃâ... more info

411 Mania — Slipknot plan to celebrate 10th anniversary, Killswitch Engage name new album, Metallica could tour with Megadeth, album updates from Arcade Fire, Pearl Jam, 30 Seconds to Mars, The Mars Volta, Elbow and more, free downloads from Dave Matthews Band a... more info