Your guide to new rock, metal and punk bands worldwide
Our first round-up of new rock and metal of 2026 brings you a feast of new rock and metal with the occasional symphonic delight. This collection of new releases brings you new bands to explore from France, Ireland, Japan/the UK, Sweden and the USA.
Our latest episode of new music from bands we’ve previously interviewed on the site brings you new rock, metal and punk tracks to get your weekend started. This month, we’ve got new music by seven bands from Canada, France, Greece, Mexico and the UK.
We’re back with another round-up of new tracks by previously featured GigRadar artists in On The Radar. This round-up brings you new tracks by three bands, of which two are former New Bands of the Week alongside one of our favourite bands from France.
Having graced the stages of the West End and performed on national TV screens, Matted are exploring new musical territory.
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