Wage War release God Complex ahead of Landfall
God Complex arrived October 5, 2026. Hear the single ahead of Landfall.
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Wednesday 7 October
The Doors’ 1966 sessions lead our Rhino Black Friday picks
Rhino’s November 27 line-up includes The Doors’ 1966 sessions, Ramones demos and Richard & Linda Thompson live.
Rocksmith+ Offers Four Alice Cooper Songs Free on October 9–12
Four Alice Cooper tracks get a limited Rocksmith+ free-play window from October 9–12.
Nita Strauss Rejoins Alice Cooper for Raiders Halftime Set
Strauss joined Cooper at Allegiant Stadium on October 4, ahead of her scheduled November and December Las Vegas appearances.
Scorpions’ Wind of Change Film Set for January 28 in Germany
Scorpions have shared the full Wind of Change trailer, with a German cinema opening listed for January 28, 2027.
Staind Adds 27 Dates to Its 2027 Break the Cycle Tour
Staind adds 27 North American dates to its Break the Cycle anniversary tour.
Martin Adds an All-Koa O’ahu HG-28K2
Martin’s October 6 lineup expansion adds the HG-28K2, pairing a koa top, back and sides with a compact sloped-shoulder body.
Fender Announces Three John 5 Telecasters
Fender announces three John 5 Telecasters. Compare the Phantom, Ghost and Custom Shop specifications, with context from earlier official announcements.
Tuesday 6 October
LEGACY Stockholm Show: Edo Scordo and Antonello Pudva on Guitar
Edo Scordo has confirmed his guitar and vocal role in Harry Waters’ LEGACY band, following years of performing Pink Floyd’s music with Brit Floyd.
YES Release Aurora’s Digital Deluxe With Ten Instrumental Versions
YES expands Aurora digitally with ten instrumental versions and a new Ariadne video. The original album was released in June.