Down

Knocked Loose, Alter Bridge and Down are among the acts that have just announced new tours for 2026.

The Pantera and C.O.C. supergroup are expected to release their first album in nearly 20 years later this year.

Many of these albums marked important endings - or exciting new beginnings.

After more than 35 years of helping hold down the bottom end for some of metal's biggest bands, bassist Rex Brown has stepped out on his own as a solo artist.

By the time Down released their third album, the group had gone from superstar side-project to full-time focus for its members.