Metallica's Lars Ulrich isn't always considered the most technically gifted drummer, but even he must admit defeat when up against Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain.

Did you know that Sanae Takaichi, who became Japan’s first female Prime Minister this week, was once a heavy metal drummer?

Japan’s incoming prime minister is a heavy metal drummer with an iron will — that insiders say gives her an in with President Trump. Sanae Takaichi is set to become Japan’s first female prime minister ...

Legendary drummer Les Binks, known for his time with Judas Priest has died, the band announced on Instagram. He was 73. The band sends their love to his family, friends and fans, adding that the ...

Drummer Aaron Rossi, who played in the bands Ministry and Prong, died earlier this year of a heart attack. He was 44. Rossi passed away on Jan. 27, but his death was not announced until Thursday, via ...

Heavy metal hitters Alice in Chains have canceled the remainder of their tour as the band’s drummer is dealing with health issues. “After careful consideration and following the advice of medical ...

Daniel Williams, the former drummer for Ohio-founded heavy metal band The Devil Wears Prada, died Thursday, May 22, when the plane he was in crashed into a San Diego neighborhood, according to news ...

Sanae Takaichi, a China hawk and social conservative, has become Japan's first woman prime minister after securing a last-minute coalition deal.

Sanae Takaichi, a staunch conservative who admires Margaret Thatcher, became Japan's first woman prime minister on Tuesday, but analysts say her rise does not necessarily signal a feminist victory.

Politics and music aren’t miles apart, with musicians frequently using their craft to engage with prescient issues, raise awareness for causes close to their hearts, or protest injustices in the world ...