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The Metal-Loving Former Knicks Dancer Behind Moves With Molly
Meet the Metal-Loving Former New York Knicks Dancer Behind Your New Favorite Online Fitness RoutineMolly Day went from dancing in front of thousands in Madison Square Garden to helping thousands of internet viewers learn to move their own bodies to metal music from the comfort of her apartment.The former Knicks City Dancer is the personality behind Moves With Molly, an online fitness program that incorporates music from popular artists from all genres. But metal is where Day's true...
34 LGBTQIA+ Icons in Rock + Metal
34 LGBTQIA+ Icons in Rock + Metal34 LGBTQIA+ Icons in Rock + MetalEthan Miller, Getty Images / Theo Wargo, Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame / Canva, YouTube - Disrespectfully, Andrea Friedrich/Redferns, Getty ImagesHere are the biggest LGBTQIA+ icons in rock and metal.In honor of Pride Month and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community year-round, we've compiled a gallery of LGBTQIA+ figures in rock and metal. Among the list are Judas Priest's Rob Halford, Queen's Freddie...
VIDEO: Rush Play 'Moving Pictures' in Full at Third Reunion Show
VIDEO: Rush Play Their Biggest-Selling Album in Full at Third Reunion ShowVIDEO: Rush Play ‘Moving Pictures’ in Full at Third Reunion ShowRush celebrated the third show of their reunion tour by performing their 1981 album Moving Pictures in full on Thursday night at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California.Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and new recruits Anika Nilles (drums) and Loren Gold (keyboards) unveiled two tour debuts at this show, including a 10-minute version of the Moving Pictures side...
'Banana Man' Has a Message for End It Over Concert Attack
'Banana Man' Has a Message for Hardcore Band Over Concert AttackThe "Banana Man" has a message for the hardcore group that ordered his suit shredding at a recent show in Toronto. "Practice your stage show before you deliver it," he offered to the band End It while appearing on The Beardo and Weirdo podcast with Five Finger Death Punch's Chris Kael and comedian Craig Gass.The heavy music fan has a history of turning up at rock and metal shows in his banana costume, but was apparently taken by...
Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain Announces Fall 2026 Book Tour
Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain Is Hitting the Road Again - This Time for a Book TourLongtime Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain will embark on a spoken-word tour this fall to promote his forthcoming autobiography, Hello Boys and Girls!The European tour will begin on Oct. 26 in Frankfurt, Germany, four days after the release of Hello Boys and Girls! It will conclude on Dec. 3 in Glasgow, Scotland, with McBrain visiting other cities in Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark,...
K's Choice Singer Reimagines '90s Alt-Rock Anthem 30 Years Later
Still Addicted? K's Choice Singer Reimagines '90s Alt-Rock Anthem 30 Years Later to Reflect a Life LivedFor Sam Bettens, 2026 is a year of coming full circle while also taking that next step forward and it all culminates today (June 12) with the video release for "Not an Addict (Sam's Version)."This reimagining of his K's Choice '90s alt-rock anthem serves up a more intimate reflection on a life lived, a perspective gained, a maturity earned and a new vision that feels like a jumping off...
17 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week
17 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past WeekIt's Friday, which means we've got another full week of rock and metal tour announcements. In fact, this week we've got 17 big tours along with several new festival and specialty show announcements.As many fans know, while Mudvayne are taking 2026 off, singer Chad Gray has been celebrating his 30 years in the music industry with a solo run. Gray has extended his touring into the fall.This week also has seen Whitechapel announce a big 20th...
Middle East and Africa Linear Staplers Market Size Valued at USD 59.1 Million in 2024, Projected to Reach USD 83.1 Million by 2033, Growing at a CAGR of 3.9% | Forecast (2025–2033)
The Middle East and Africa linear staplers market continues to expand as healthcare institutions adopt innovative surgical solutions to enhance clinical efficiency and patient care.
The Middle East and Africa linear staplers market size is expected to reach US$ 83.1 million by 2033 from US$ 59.1 million in 2024. The market is estimated to record a CAGR of 3.9% from 2025 to 2033. The market is benefiting from the rising demand for efficient wound closure and tissue management solutions in...
BRICS Laparoscopic Energy Systems Market Size at USD 780.1 Million in 2024, Expected to Reach USD 1,668.2 Million by 2031, Expanding at a CAGR of 11.5% | Forecast (2025–2031)
The BRICS laparoscopic energy systems market is witnessing robust growth due to the increasing adoption of minimally invasive surgical procedures and expanding healthcare infrastructure across emerging economies.
The BRICS laparoscopic energy systems market size is expected to reach US$ 1,668.2 million by 2031 from US$ 780.1 million in 2024. The market is estimated to record a CAGR of 11.5% from 2025 to 2031. The market is being driven by the growing demand for advanced surgical technologies...
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