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We attempt to name one rock or metal song for each of the 50 states that namechecks that state in the title or lyrics.

There's more to the lyrics than just the chorus of these rock songs commonly mistaken for being patriotic!

Rock and metal songs provide a great musical foundation for events in U.S. history.

Sometimes they've got more interesting perspectives than their U.S. counterparts.

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.

Ultimate Classic Rock and Loudwire are teaming up to celebrate the late AC/DC icon, who died in 1980.

These 13 bands made it big after forming in college, but some members recall things not always being easy while in school.

Gary Holt, David Draiman, Robb Flynn, Mille Petrozza, Nonpoint and more pay tribute to late metal guitarist and bassist Shaun Glass.

Ex-Godsmack drummer Shannon Larkin shared a video response after Motley Crue's Nikki Sixx called him a 'hater' on social media.

Yungblud's journey came to a head with an emotional, cathartic breakdown during his Bludfest performance in Czechia.