NEWS LINEUP 2026.10.20

The 19 news items published in the morning and evening of Tuesday, October 20, 2026, with the day's 2 features.

Artists in the day's news

Features

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TOTO's 50th Anniversary Tokyo Show Sells Out — A Second Ariake Arena Night Added For March 24, 2027

TOTO's March 23, 2027 show at Tokyo's Ariake Arena on the band's 50th anniversary tour has sold out, and a second night there has been added for Wednesday, March 24 — three Japan shows in all, one in Osaka and two in Tokyo. Presale opens at noon on October 21.

The full feature: METAL BOOST (October 20, 2026)

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HAGANE's October 27 Halloween Show, "HAGANE HALLOWEEN LIVE 2026", To Stream Exclusively On Niconico Live

HAGANE's headline Halloween show at Veats Shibuya in Tokyo on Tuesday, October 27 streams live and exclusively on Niconico Live from 6:30 p.m. JST. The first half hour or so is free; the rest is for Niconico Premium members, with time-shift viewing until November 3, and it can be watched from outside Japan except in some regions.

The full feature: METAL BOOST (October 20, 2026)

Morning edition

MÖTLEY CRÜE Announce "Carnival Of Sins In Sin City" Las Vegas Residency, March 19 – April 3, 2027

Eight shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on March 19, 20, 24, 26, 27, 31 and April 2, 3. The general on-sale is October 23 at 10 a.m. PT.

Source: Blabbermouth (October 20, 2026)

Singer DIANA LEAH Exits DELAIN; Band Will Not Seek A Direct Replacement

The departure was announced on October 19. Leah recorded one studio album with the band, 2023's "Dark Waters" (Napalm). DELAIN's upcoming album features guests including Marko Hietala and Sharon den Adel, with the first single due October 20 via Napalm Records. Leah is now dedicated to her solo project DYYA.

Source: Blabbermouth (October 20, 2026)

METALLICA Share Official Live Video Of "Devil's Dance" From The Second Night Of Their Las Vegas Sphere Residency

The October 3 performance was the song's first since 2008; the band has now released pro-shot footage.

Source: Blabbermouth (October 20, 2026)

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PAPA ROACH Announce 30-Date "Rise Of The Roach" U.S. Tour For May/June 2027 With ICE NINE KILLS And NINTH KEY

The general on-sale is October 23.

Source: Blabbermouth (October 19, 2026)

MESHUGGAH, TESTAMENT, SYLOSIS And More Added To Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival 2027

Six more artists were revealed over the weekend.

Source: ThePRP (October 20, 2026)

London Politician Calls On Wembley Stadium To Reconsider Marilyn Manson's Slot On SLIPKNOT's July 3, 2027 Show

In an October 14 video, Brent Council Liberal Democrat Group leader Anton Georgiou asked Wembley to cancel Manson's appearance over the sexual abuse allegations against him. HATEBREED and LORNA SHORE are also on the bill. According to MyLondon, the stadium said supporting acts are chosen by the headliner and promoter, and that it has started a conversation with the promoter.

Source: Loudwire (October 19, 2026)

Producer Andrew Watt Says Some Unreleased OZZY OSBOURNE Songs Were Made "For A Specific Reason"

Speaking to Rolling Stone, Watt said "that's all I can say. They're hard for me to listen to," adding that there are "kind of" plans to release the music at some point.

Source: Loudwire (October 19, 2026)

FLOOR JANSEN Thanks Fans For "So Many Wonderful Reactions" After Announcing Her Exit From NIGHTWISH

In a 37-second video message she said she got "so many wonderful reactions wishing both me and NIGHTWISH the best" and thanked the band for their 14 years together.

Source: Blabbermouth (October 20, 2026)

SLIPKNOT's COREY TAYLOR Covers KISS, OZZY OSBOURNE, JUDAS PRIEST And NIGHT RANGER At Intimate Las Vegas Solo Show

The two-hour set at Fremont Country Club on October 18 included "Dr. Love", "Crazy Train", "You've Got Another Thing Comin'" and "Don't Tell Me You Love Me", along with Elton John's "Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting" and Foo Fighters' "Everlong".

Source: Blabbermouth (October 19, 2026)

Evening edition

[Japan] HANABIE. Booked For Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival 2027, May 13–16 In Columbus, Ohio

The festival is held at Historic Crew Stadium. The band announced the booking on its official website; the day of its set has not been announced.

Source: HANABIE. official (October 20, 2026)

[Japan] Door Tickets For PAUL GILBERT's October 21 And 22 Shows At Shibuya WWW X

Standing tickets at ¥12,000 (tax included, numbered entry, drink charge extra) go on sale at the venue's door from 17:00 and end when the allocation sells out.

Source: Udo Artists (October 20, 2026)

DELAIN Release "We Are Fire" Video With Vocalists Fabienne Erni, Paolo Ribaldini And Noa Gruman

The single came out on October 20 via Napalm Records, a day after Diana Leah's departure from the band was announced.

Source: DELAIN (Bandcamp) (October 20, 2026)

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First 10 Minutes Of Neil Peart Documentary "No One's Disciple" Released On YouTube

The Banger Films documentary aired on CBC and CBC Gem on September 23, and CBC says the full film will soon be on YouTube as well.

Source: ThePRP (October 20, 2026)

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