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YUNGBLUD, Spiritbox, & More Nominated For 2026 Rock & Metal Grammys

The 2026 Grammy nominations were just revealed, and the alternative, metal, and rock categories are full of some amazing picks. From Spiritbox‘s performance of “Soft Spine” and “Emergence” by Sleep Token to YUNGBLUD‘s Idols and Turnstile‘s Never Enough, we can’t wait to see who takes home the win. Plus, the nominations stream featured a cameo appearance from Sharon, Jack, and Kelly Osbourne, who presented these categories in honor of the late, great Ozzy Osbourne. Check out the full list of rock and metal nominees below. Best Rock Album: private music — DeftonesI Quit — HAIMFrom Zero — Linkin ParkNever Enough… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD Texted Ozzy Osbourne Ahead Of His VMAs Tribute Performance

After kicking off his tour run throughout Europe and the UK, YUNGBLUD made a stop at Jack Osbourne and Ryan Drexler’s Trying Not To Die podcast studio. Here, he talked about how Ozzy Osbourne was his superhero, Back To The Beginning, and the VMAs. Jack, in tears, shared his gratitude for YUNGBLUD’s respect and love following the passing of his dad and during his VMAs tribute. While some rockers in the community came for YUNGBLUD after the tribute, claiming it was inauthentic. Jack says to these folks, “They don’t know the fucking story of it…Dom [Harrison] meant something to my dad,… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD Drops Long List Of 2026 North American Arena Tour Dates

YUNGBLUD has officially extended his world tour and is returning to North America in 2026, bigger and better than ever. On social media, the artist shared, “USA and CANADA we ridin’ again. IM COMIN’ BACK. The biggest venues of my life here. Amphitheaters, arenas, and RED ROCKS! WHAT??? This is insane.” So, if you missed YUNGBLUD on his first run through the U.S., your chance is coming next May and June. The new dates kick off on May 1, 2026, in Sterling Heights, Michigan, and wrap up in Atlanta on June 13, 2026. Artist presale kicks off on Tuesday, October… Read more »

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One-Hit Wonder Band Disses YUNGBLUD & Aerosmith’s Ozzy Osbourne Tribute

At the 2025 VMAs this past weekend, YUNGBLUD joined Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, and Nuno Bettencourt to honor Ozzy Osbourne—The Prince of Darkness—through the thing he loved most: music. Introduced by Ozzy’s son Jack alongside his children, the tribute ripped through “Crazy Train” (complete with the iconic “All aboard!”), Black Sabbath’s “Changes” (the same song YUNGBLUD performed during Ozzy’s final show, Back To The Beginning), and “Mama, I’m Coming Home.” The performance left the audience—including Ariana Grande—in awe, but not everyone shared the sentiment. The Darkness, best remembered for their fleeting 2003 hit “I Believe In A Thing Called… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD Offers Dazzling Ozzy Osbourne Tribute At VMAs

YUNGBLUD, in our totally unbiased opinion, was one of the most iconic performers on the recent September 7 Video Music Awards show. The performer showed up and showed out in his trademark black leather pants and donned a black leather coat as he offered a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. In fact, Jack Osbourne introduced the performance alongside his children. The singer also wore Ozzy’s iconic cross necklace, kissing it before taking center stage. YUNGBLUD kicked off the performance with “Crazy Train,” which even included the iconic “All aboard!” He then elegantly switched modes into Black Sabbath‘s “Changes,” the same piece… Read more »

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Ozzy Osbourne Made YUNGBLUD This Food When They First Met

After appearing onstage with YUNGBLUD in Salt Lake City, Steve-O of Jackass fame released a special Wild Ride! podcast episode with the Idols artist on September 4. During their chat, YUNGBLUD shared tales of how he first met Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne and the advice he received from the “Crazy Train” singer. When longtime friend Kelly Osbourne couldn’t make it to YUNGBLUD’s “The Funeral” music video shoot, she sent in her parents and the rest is history. “Ozzy, for me, my whole life, has been my north star because I’ve just been mental and crazy and fucking out there. And… Read more »

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Linkin Park, YUNGBLUD & More Slated For Lollapalooza India

January 2026 is set to be a big month for Linkin Park. The group was just announced as the headliner for Lollapalooza India alongside Playboi Carti. The festival is set for January 24-25 at Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai. Alongside this major alternative headliner, YUNGBLUD, Bloodywood, and Hot Milk are also making their way to perform. Tickets are currently live. Check out the full lineup below. Confirmed Lollapalooza India Artists:

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YUNGBLUD and More Alternative Artists Mourn the Loss of Ozzy Osbourne

Following the heartbreaking announcement from the Osbourne family confirming the passing of Ozzy Osbourne at the age of 76, the alternative music community has erupted in a wave of tributes. The Osbourne family announced on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, that Ozzy passed away “surrounded by love.” Fans and artists alike have taken to social media to honor the Prince of Darkness. YUNGBLUD, who had the honor of joining Ozzy Osbourne for his final performance with Black Sabbath on July 5, 2025, in Birmingham—where he delivered a heartfelt cover of “Changes”—shared on his Instagram Story, “You will be in every single… Read more »

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Fan Who Played Onstage With YUNGBLUD Is Now His Opening Act

On June 15, 2024, YUNGBLUD played a dazzling set at Rock For People in the Czech Republic. Uniquely, he invited up a fan—Šimon— who expertly performed “fleabag” with YUNGBLUD and his crew. In fact, he even got to take home the guitar. Fast forward to 2025, not only did Šimon play at Rock For People 2025, his project RUWORR!ED is set to provide opening support for YUNGBLUD on the IDOLS World Tour on October 17. Talk about coming full circle in one year. In an Instagram post, YUNGBLUD said, “The most beautiful thing about this community is that this event… Read more »

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Florence Pugh Stars In YUNGBLUD “Zombie” Music Video

Ahead of his upcoming Idols double album, set to drop June 20, YUNGBLUD has unveiled “Zombie”—an open-wound ballad. Accompanied by a visually striking music video starring acclaimed British actress Florence Pugh (Midsommar, Oppenheimer, Thunderbolts*), the track marks a dramatic shift in tone from previous singles “Lovesick Lullaby” and “Hello Heaven, Hello,” both of which will also appear on the album. You can preorder and pre-save Idols here. “The song was written initially about my grandmother going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before,” YUNGBLUD shares. “It’s about the feeling of… Read more »