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Kerrang!
Cover of 12 April 2023 digital issue of Kerrang! featuring American heavy metal band Metallica
EditorLuke Morton
Staff writersNick Ruskell, David McLaughlin, Emily Carter, Tom Shepherd, Ethan Fixell, Christopher Krovatin, Cat Jones
Frequency
  • Monthly (1981–1982)
  • Fortnightly (1982–1987)
  • Weekly (1987–2020)
  • Quarterly (2021–present)
PublisherWasted Talent Ltd
FounderAlan Lewis
First issue6 June 1981 (1981-06-06)
CountryUnited Kingdom
Based inLondon
LanguageEnglish
Websitekerrang.com
ISSN0262-6624
OCLC32328241

Kerrang! is a British music webzine and quarterly magazine that primarily covers rock, punk and heavy metal music. Since 2017, the magazine has been published by Wasted Talent Ltd (the same company that owns electronic music publication Mixmag).[1] The magazine was named onomatopoeically after the sound of a "guitar being struck with force".[2]

Kerrang! was first published on 6 June 1981 as a one-off "Heavy Metal Special" from the now-defunct Sounds newspaper. Due to the popularity of the issue, the magazine became a monthly publication, before transitioning into a weekly in 1987. Initially devoted to the new wave of British heavy metal and the rise of hard rock acts,[3] Kerrang!'s musical emphasis has changed several times, focusing on grunge, nu metal, post-hardcore, emo and other alternative rock and metal genres over the course of its forty-year publication history. In 2001, it became the best-selling British music weekly, overtaking NME.

After publishing a total of 1,818 issues, Kerrang! ceased publication of their weekly magazine in March 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, while continuing as an online publication featuring digital "cover stories". In December 2021, the print edition of Kerrang! was revived, and is now published on a quarterly basis.

History

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1980s

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Kerrang! was founded in 1981.[4] The editor of the weekly music magazine Sounds, Alan Lewis, suggested that Geoff Barton edit a one-off special edition focusing on the new wave of British heavy metal phenomenon and on the rise of other hard rock acts.[5] Billed as a "Sounds Heavy Metal Special", Kerrang!'s first issue was published on 6 June 1981.[2][6] Angus Young of AC/DC appeared on Kerrang!'s first cover. According to Alan Lewis, the first issue reportedly sold out within days of its publication, and the magazine began being published on a monthly basis.[7] In February 1982, after only eight issues, Kerrang!'s frequency was doubled by its publisher, Spotlight Publications (owned by United Newspapers).[8] Starting with issue 148 in 1987, the publication went weekly.[9] During the 1980s and early 1990s the magazine placed many thrash metal and glam metal acts on the cover, including Tigertailz, Mötley Crüe, Slayer, Bon Jovi, Metallica, Poison, and Venom. The term thrash metal was first coined in the music press by Kerrang! journalist Malcolm Dome, in reference to the Anthrax song "Metal Thrashing Mad".[10][11] Prior to this Metallica's James Hetfield had referred to their sound as "power metal".[12]

1990s

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In April 1991, Spotlight/United Newspapers sold Kerrang! to EMAP Metro (now known as Ascential plc).[13][14] Although Kerrang! had an average weekly circulation of 58,685 by this point and was making profits of £1 million a year,[14][15] the publication had been faced with significant competition from RAW magazine, also owned by EMAP.[16] British journalist David Hepworth, who launched a number of titles for EMAP in the 1980s, said: "We [EMAP] had made it nearly impossible for Spotlight to publish Kerrang! profitably because we promoted RAW and they had to promote back, and that ate into their margins."[16] EMAP moved Kerrang!'s offices to Carnaby Street in London's West End.[15][14]

In April 1992, Barton left his post as the magazine's editor, and was replaced by Robyn Doreian. Although her tenure as editor was brief, Doreian would balance the magazine's focus between heavy metal and the growing alternative music scene, following the unexpected success of grunge acts such as Nirvana.[17] Phil Alexander became the new editor of Kerrang! in June 1993.[18] Alexander felt that the magazine was lagging behind RAW in terms of its coverage of newer bands, and Kerrang!'s emphasis began to largely eschew previously featured glam/metal acts in favour of modern acts, such as Hole, Nine Inch Nails, Kyuss, Corrosion of Conformity and Machine Head.[18] During the Britpop era, the magazine would largely focus on heavier "Britrock" acts such as The Wildhearts, Manic Street Preachers, Terrorvision and Therapy?.[19][20] Starting in 1995, Kerrang! began covering the nu metal genre after one of the magazine's journalists, Mörat, was introduced to Korn by Machine Head frontman Robb Flynn.[21] During the late 1990s, the magazine would end up covering the likes of Limp Bizkit, System of a Down, Deftones and Slipknot, and various other punk rock, hip-hop and hardcore acts.[22]

2000s – 2020s

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In April 2000, Paul Rees became the new editor for Kerrang!.[23] In 2001, Kerrang! overtook NME as the biggest selling music weekly in the United Kingdom, bolstered by its coverage of nu metal.[24][25][26] By mid-2002, the magazine had a circulation of 83,988 copies per week.[26] After Rees left them to edit Q magazine, former Kerrang! reviews editor Ashley Bird appointed editor from 2003 to 2005.[27] Following his departure, Paul Brannigan took over as editor in May 2005.[28] In the mid-to-late 2000s, the genre focus of Kerrang! shifted once more, with a new emphasis on emo, post-hardcore, pop-punk and metalcore music, coinciding with the decline of nu metal.[29][30][31] Furthermore, the magazine continued to occasionally feature more established bands such as Iron Maiden and Metallica on the cover.[32][33] In 2006, the magazine's circulation stood at 80,186 copies.[34]

In 2008, EMAP sold its consumer magazines to Bauer Media Group. Brannigan left Kerrang! in 2009 and Nichola Browne was appointed editor.[35] She later stepped down in April 2011. Former NME features editor and GamesMaster deputy editor James McMahon was appointed as editor on 6 June 2011.[36]

In April 2017, Kerrang! magazine, its website, and the K! Awards were purchased by Mixmag Media, publisher of dance monthly Mixmag, along with assets related to defunct style magazine The Face. Mixmag has since formed parent company Wasted Talent, which relaunched Kerrang! as a digital-first title, while continuing to publish a weekly print edition. Former Editor-in-Chief Phil Alexander was appointed Global Creative Director on 3 August 2017.[37] Bauer retained ownership of Kerrang! Radio and the Box Plus Network will continue to operate Kerrang! TV as before.[38][1] An updated Kerrang! logo was debuted in mid-2017 before the magazine received a complete redesign during 2018.[39]

On 13 March 2020, after publishing a total of 1,818 issues, publication of the weekly print edition of Kerrang! was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[40] The Kerrang! website continued to run articles as normal. On 29 July 2020, the magazine debuted its first weekly digital 'cover story' long-form article, announcing Corey Taylor's first solo album CMFT (2020).[41][42] In December 2021, a one-off print edition of Kerrang! was published, celebrating the return of live music events in the UK.[43] Sales of this magazine proved successful enough that a second stand-alone print magazine was published in April 2022.[44] The magazine continues to be published on a quarterly basis.[45][46][47][48]

International editions

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Emap launched Kerrang! Australia in the late 1990s. Unlike its weekly counterpart in the UK, the Australian edition was published monthly due to stiff competition from free local music publications.[citation needed] Kerrang! is also published in Spanish and German. Kerrang announced its aim to expand into the US in March 2018.[citation needed]

In March 2018, following a magazine redesign, Kerrang! announced it would be expanding to the United States, with an office in New York run by Ethan Fixell. The goal would be to generate US-centric content, events, and brand partnerships.[49]

Website

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Kerrang!'s website, www.kerrang.com, was launched in summer 2001 by Dan Silver. Kerrang!'s parent company Emap acquired the domain name from a Norwegian cybersquatter by the name of Steingram Stegane for a token sum of £666.[50]

Kerrang!'s website features news and features on both contemporary and classic rock bands, as well as previewing upcoming events. The website hosts Kerrang!'s online shop, podcasts, message board, TV and radio segments ensuring more opportunities to sell associated merchandise and products.[51] In 2001, Kerrang! launched its own online forum with the "rants and raves" section taking up most of the traffic. According to Alexa www.kerrang.com is ranked 83,545th globally, and 33,532nd in the U.S.[52]

Other ventures

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Kerrang! Awards

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Main article: Kerrang! Awards

Since 1993, the magazine has held an annual awards ceremony to mark the most successful bands in the interests of their readers. The awards became one of Britain's most recognised events by the now defunct Guinness Book of British Hit Singles & Albums, often listing some of the winners in their annual round-up of the previous year. The event is presented by major music celebrities, with many others outside the industry who attend the event.[53]

After a year hiatus, the Awards were relaunched in 2018, with notable guests that included Johnny Depp, Joe Perry, Tony Iommi, Corey Taylor, and Dave Grohl, among others.[54] After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony returned in June 2022, with the reader nominations period beginning in April 2022.[55]

Kerrang! Radio

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Main article: Kerrang! Radio

In 2000, EMAP launched Kerrang! as a DAB radio station, across the United Kingdom. This was principally a 'jukebox' station, playing a back-to-back sequence of rock and alternative music. On 10 June 2004, Kerrang! 105.2 was launched as a regional radio station in Birmingham with an advertising campaign by London-based creative agency ODD.[56] The radio had a number of specialist programmes dedicated to the many subgenres of rock music. The radio output included interviews with those affecting popular culture and society as well as those involved with music. It stopped broadcasting on FM as of 14 June 2013 and once again became a digital station, with listeners able to tune in on DAB or the Kerrang! Radio app. With this broadcasting change came a move in Kerrang! Radio's offices from Birmingham to London. Absolute Radio is now broadcasting on its FM frequency.[citation needed]

Kerrang! TV

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Main article: Kerrang! TV

In 2001, EMAP launched Kerrang! TV. As with the radio station, the television channel covers the more mainstream side of the rock music as well as classic rock bands including Aerosmith, AC/DC and Guns N' Roses and classic heavy metal bands such as Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath and Metallica. Kerrang! TV, along with its The Box Plus Network sister channels, was fully owned by Channel Four Television Corporation and subsequently closed due to budget cuts made by Channel 4, along with its sister channels, on 30th June 2024.[57]

Kerrang! compilation albums

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Main article: Kerrang! Compilation Albums

From 1982 the Kerrang! Magazine would occasionally be bundled with compilations, originally on 7" vinyl then moving to cassettes in 1994 and CDs in 1995.[58] The compilations featured new and popular music, music themed around a particular genre, band or theme and best-of lists. In 2001, Kerrang began releasing Kerrang! the Album under Universal Music.[59] From 2016, the albums were released via Rhino Records.

Kerrang! Tour

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The Kerrang! Tour ran from 2006 to 2017. The line-up for each year was usually announced in October of the previous year and was held throughout January and February of the following year.[60] Relentless Energy Drink sponsored the Kerrang! Tour for several years. It is currently unknown if the tour will ever be revived.

The K! Pit

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The year after the final Kerrang! Tour, Kerrang! launched a new gig concept known as "The K! Pit", where the magazine promotes a free gig for a popular band in a tiny London venue. Fans gain access by applying for tickets online and being randomly selected in a competition-style draw. Artists featured so far include Parkway Drive, Mastodon, Fever 333, and Neck Deep, the latter performance coinciding with the 2018 Kerrang! Awards where Neck Deep would win Best Song.[66] The brand has since also launched the series in Brooklyn, New York, featuring artists such as Sum 41, Baroness, Knocked Loose, Daughters, and Fit For An Autopsy. Performances are streamed on the Kerrang! Facebook page before being uploaded to YouTube.

The Official Kerrang!rock chart

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During the 1980s, Kerrang! published weekly heavy metal charts for singles, albums and import albums. Each was compiled from sales data from fifty specialist stores across the United Kingdom.

In March 2012, Kerrang! announced a new weekly rock singles chart for the UK based on upon airplay across Kerrang Radio, Kerrang TV, and specialist rock radio stations, as well as sales figures from the Official Charts Company. As of 2020, the chart continues to be printed in the magazine every week, contains 20 tracks, and often features accompanying facts or artist quotes. The official Kerrang Spotify profile also features a playlist of the tracks on the chart and is updated every Wednesday.[67] The chart was announced on Saturday mornings on Kerrang! Radio and could be viewed online every Saturday at midday. The chart would also be shown on Kerrang! TV on Thursdays at 4 pm.

Unlike the UK Rock & Metal Singles Chart produced by the Official Charts Company, which is typically dominated by classic rock artists, the Kerrang! Rock Chart focuses primarily on new releases by contemporary rock artists.

Kerrang! year-end lists

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Album of the Year

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Year Artist Album Source
1982 Scorpions Blackout [68]
1983 Def Leppard Pyromania
1984 Van Halen 1984
1985 Bryan Adams Reckless
1986 David Lee Roth Eat 'Em and Smile
1987 Aerosmith Permanent Vacation
1988 King's X Out of the Silent Planet
1989 Faith No More The Real Thing
1990 Slayer Seasons in the Abyss
1991 Metallica Metallica
1992 Alice In Chains Dirt
1993 Pearl Jam Vs.
1994 Therapy? Troublegum
1995 Foo Fighters Foo Fighters
1996 Screaming Trees Dust
1997 Foo Fighters The Colour and the Shape
1998 Monster Magnet Powertrip
1999 Foo Fighters There is Nothing Left to Lose
2000 Queens of the Stone Age Rated R
2001 Tool Lateralus
2002 Queens of the Stone Age Songs for the Deaf
2003 The Darkness Permission to Land
2004 Mastodon Leviathan
2005 Trivium Ascendancy
2006 Taking Back Sunday Louder Now
2007 Biffy Clyro Puzzle
2008 Metallica Death Magnetic
2009 Gallows Grey Britain
2010 Deftones Diamond Eyes
2011 Mastodon The Hunter
2012 Enter Shikari A Flash Flood of Colour
2013 Bring Me the Horizon Sempiternal
2014 Architects Lost Forever // Lost Together
2015 Bring Me the Horizon That's the Spirit
2016 Green Day Revolution Radio
2017 Employed to Serve The Warmth of a Dying Sun
2018 Turnstile Time & Space
2019 Slipknot We Are Not Your Kind
2020 Code Orange Underneath
2021 Every Time I Die Radical [69]
2022 Nova Twins Supernova [70]
2023 Foo Fighters But Here We Are [71]
2024 Knocked Loose You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To [72]

Logos

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  • Original Kerrang! logo, used from 1981 to 1982
    Original Kerrang! logo, used from 1981 to 1982
  • Logo used from 1996 through 2000
    Logo used from 1996 through 2000
  • Modified 2000 logo, used from 2004 through 2017
    Modified 2000 logo, used from 2004 through 2017
  • Logo used from 2017 through 2021
    Logo used from 2017 through 2021
  • Current Kerrang! logo. Originally used from 1983 through 1996, again since 2021
    Current Kerrang! logo. Originally used from 1983 through 1996, again since 2021

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Kerrang! is a British specializing in rock, heavy metal, punk, hardcore, , and alternative genres, serving as a key platform for news, interviews, reviews, and cultural content in the alternative music scene. Published by Wasted Talent Ltd since 2017, it reaches over 45 million people monthly across print, digital, and social media channels. The magazine originated on 6 June 1981 as a one-off "Heavy Metal Special" supplement to the Sounds newspaper, edited by Geoff Barton and responding to the rising popularity of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal and related styles. Due to strong demand, it evolved into a standalone fortnightly publication in 1982 under original owner United Newspapers, later becoming a weekly title that became the UK's best-selling rock magazine during the 1980s and 1990s. Ownership changed hands multiple times, passing to EMAP in 1991 and then to in 2008 following Bauer's acquisition of EMAP's consumer media division. In 2017, Bauer sold Kerrang! to Wasted Talent Ltd, the parent company of Mixmag, shifting its focus toward multimedia expansion while maintaining its print edition on a quarterly basis as of 2025. The brand has spawned notable extensions, including the , an annual ceremony launched in 1994 honoring achievements in , and , a Bauer-owned station broadcasting since 2004. Although Kerrang! TV ceased linear broadcasting in 2024 amid cost-cutting by , the core magazine continues to influence the genre through exclusive artist features, live event coverage, and initiatives like the K! Pit video interview series.

History

Origins and 1980s

Kerrang! was launched on 6 June 1981 as a one-off supplement titled the "Heavy Metal Special" within the Sounds newspaper, founded by publisher Alan Lewis and edited by Geoff Barton. Inspired by the rising New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement, the issue celebrated the genre's burgeoning energy and featured prominent acts such as Iron Maiden, Def Leppard, Saxon, Angel Witch, and Motörhead. The supplement's immediate success prompted its expansion into a standalone under original owner United Newspapers, transitioning to a monthly as early as August 1981 and later to a fortnightly format by 1982. Under Lewis's strategic oversight and Barton's editorial direction, Kerrang! established itself as the UK's premier heavy metal outlet, with a distinctive voice that emphasized the and cultural significance of the music. Its circulation grew steadily through the decade, reflecting the NWOBHM's influence and the genre's expanding appeal among fans. As the 1980s progressed, Kerrang! broadened its coverage to include the emergence of bands like Metallica and , alongside the flashy rise of acts such as Mötley Crüe and , capturing the era's diverse heavy music evolution. Key editorial shifts maintained this focus, with Barton shaping the magazine's irreverent, fan-centric tone until his departure in the mid-1980s. The iconic "Kerrang!" logo, an onomatopoeic representation of the sound produced by crashing cymbals or striking a on an , became a hallmark of the publication's identity. By late 1987, with issue 148 dated 11 June, Kerrang! shifted to a weekly schedule, solidifying its position as a vital weekly resource for heavy metal enthusiasts.

1990s

In 1991, United Newspapers sold Kerrang! to EMAP, which expanded the magazine's distribution and marketing efforts, building on its heavy metal roots from the to reach a broader audience amid the evolving rock scene. Under EMAP's ownership, the publication experienced significant commercial growth, achieving weekly circulation figures exceeding 80,000 copies by the mid-1990s as it adapted to shifting musical tastes. Phil Alexander assumed the role of editor in 1993, steering Kerrang! toward a more inclusive editorial approach that embraced the explosion with extensive coverage of bands like Nirvana and , while also exploring crossovers and the nascent movement featuring acts such as Korn and . This shift broadened the magazine's appeal beyond traditional heavy metal, positioning it as a key voice in during a decade of genre diversification. The 1990s saw Kerrang! introduce engaging reader-driven features, including annual polls that captured fan favorites across categories like best albums and performers, as well as special "Kerrang! 100" lists ranking influential records and songs. The magazine also provided in-depth coverage of major festivals, such as the Reading Festival, highlighting performances by and alternative acts that defined the era's live music landscape. In 1994, Kerrang! launched its annual awards as a live event to honor rock achievements, initially reader-voted and held in intimate venues like London's Notre Dame Hall, marking a milestone in celebrating the community's icons. Despite competition from specialized titles like , which targeted niche metal audiences, Kerrang! solidified its status as the UK's premier weekly rock by the decade's end, balancing commercial expansion with culturally resonant content.

2000s

In the early , Kerrang! achieved its commercial peak as the United Kingdom's best-selling weekly music , surpassing with an average circulation of 78,000 copies per issue in the second half of , a 5% increase from the prior period. This success reflected the magazine's alignment with surging interest in rock subgenres amid the era. By , circulation had stabilized around 75,000 copies, still leading the sector despite broader industry pressures. The magazine expanded its coverage to embrace emerging styles like , , and , prominently featuring bands such as , whose 2002 debut I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love received extensive promotion, Fall Out Boy, and . This shift built on genre evolutions, positioning Kerrang! as a key tastemaker for a youth audience drawn to emotionally charged rock. To capitalize on this momentum, the brand diversified into : its website, kerrang.com, launched in summer 2001 under editor Dan Silver, providing online forums, news, and exclusive content. Kerrang! TV followed in April 2001 as a dedicated music channel, airing videos and live sessions from acts like Limp Bizkit and . Additionally, debuted as a digital station in 2000, offering continuous rock programming nationwide via DAB. Further ventures included the inaugural Kerrang! Tour in 2006, headlined by alongside , , and , which introduced multi-band arena packages to foster live music engagement. The decade also saw Kerrang!'s series peak, with volumes like Kerrang! The Album (2000) and Kerrang! 2: The Album (2001) featuring tracks from , , and Queens of the Stone Age, contributing to over 20 releases in the that often charted in the UK top 20 for compilations. These albums, building on series origins in the , generated significant revenue through retailer partnerships and helped promote featured artists. However, the mid-2000s brought early signs of digital disruption, with print circulation beginning to decline from 2004 amid the rise of online music sharing and file-sharing services like , which eroded physical sales across the industry. Kerrang! responded with its first major website redesign in 2005 to enhance user interactivity and integrate multimedia features, though print sales continued to soften. In 2008, the magazine's parent company EMAP sold its consumer magazines division, including Kerrang!, to , enabling further expansion under new ownership.

2010s–present

In 2017, amid cost-cutting measures at Bauer Media, Kerrang! magazine, its website, and the were acquired by Wasted Talent Ltd., the parent company of Mixmag, marking a pivotal shift toward a digital-first strategy to revitalize the brand in an increasingly online media landscape. Under new ownership, the publication emphasized expanding its online presence, which saw substantial growth in audience engagement through features, videos, and , adapting to the decline in print readership while maintaining its focus on rock and alternative music. Print production underwent several adjustments during this period to align with the digital pivot. The magazine transitioned to monthly issues in late 2017, reflecting broader industry challenges for physical media. The COVID-19 pandemic further disrupted operations, leading to a suspension of print editions in April 2020 due to distribution difficulties and economic uncertainty. Publication resumed in December 2021 with a redesigned quarterly format, prioritizing high-quality, thematic issues that complemented the robust digital output. To broaden its reach, Kerrang! opened a U.S. office in New York in March 2018, led by executive director Ethan Fixell, aiming to enhance North American coverage and editorial presence in the growing alternative music scene. This expansion allowed deeper engagement with contemporary genres, including the pop-punk revival—highlighted by coverage of artists like —and surging heavy music acts such as , whose innovative blend of hardcore and metal resonated with the magazine's evolving audience. In 2024, Kerrang! TV ceased broadcasting on June 30 as part of Channel 4's strategic shift to digital platforms, ending a 23-year run but redirecting resources to online video content. Meanwhile, Kerrang! Radio persisted into 2025 via the Rayo streaming platform launched by Bauer Media Audio, ensuring continued audio accessibility for fans. Recent developments underscore Kerrang!'s resilience and forward-looking approach. The spring 2025 print issue spotlighted , exploring her genre-blending work on Negative Spaces and collaborations like her track "Suffocate" with . Earlier in the year, the magazine unveiled its "Sound Of 2025" list, spotlighting emerging talents such as , , and for pushing boundaries in alternative, heavy, and punk scenes. Reflecting on the prior year, Kerrang!'s 2024 year-end rankings crowned 's You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To as the top album, praising its Grammy-nominated intensity and cultural impact amid a diverse field including and .

International editions

Kerrang! expanded internationally through localized print editions in several markets during the and , adapting its rock and metal coverage to regional scenes while incorporating content. The Australian edition launched as a monthly publication in the late under EMAP, highlighting local acts like and continued under Bauer Media until its closure in 2017 due to declining sales. Similarly, the German edition ran from 1992 to 2006, emphasizing domestic bands such as and coverage of local festivals like . The Spanish edition operated from 2003 to 2012, with a focus on European metal acts including , but was discontinued amid low circulation figures. In 2018, Kerrang! launched a digital presence in the United States, opening an office in New York to target North American audiences with tailored content, such as features on Linkin Park's reunion activities, without producing a full print edition. This expansion aimed to fill a gap in the U.S. market for rock-focused media, producing U.S.-based editorial like live show reviews and artist interviews. International print editions peaked in circulation during the , with the Australian version reaching around 20,000 monthly copies, contributing to global rock scenes through shared participation in voting. Challenges for these editions included competition from digital media and economic pressures, leading to closures like the Spanish edition in 2012 due to insufficient sales. Today, Kerrang! maintains international reach primarily through digital supplements on its main website and global platforms, reaching 45 million people monthly worldwide via online content, social media, and streaming integrations rather than standalone prints.

Publishing and formats

Kerrang! was launched on 6 June 1981 as a tabloid-format one-off supplement to newspaper, focusing on amid the rising New Wave of British Heavy Metal scene. Due to its immediate popularity, it quickly evolved into a standalone A4 glossy monthly later that year, shifting to fortnightly publication before becoming a weekly by 1987 to meet growing demand. Over the decades, page counts expanded significantly, starting from around 32 pages in its early issues and reaching over 100 pages by the 2000s to accommodate deeper coverage of rock subgenres. Key redesigns marked the magazine's adaptation to changing reader tastes and production capabilities. In 1993, under new editor Phil Alexander, Kerrang! introduced color-heavy layouts to enhance visual appeal and compete with rivals like RAW magazine. Following its acquisition by Wasted Talent in 2017, a major refresh in 2018 featured matte-varnished covers, increased pagination, and an expanded features section, with every issue including an exclusive art print. The print edition was paused in 2020 but revived quarterly in December 2021 under Wasted Talent Ltd ownership, with 132-page issues priced at £6.99 to celebrate the return of live music post-pandemic. The content structure emphasizes rock-centric , with a front section dedicated to and industry updates, followed by in-depth band interviews, live gig and reviews, and detachable posters of featured artists. Signature elements include the "SPIN" doctor columns offering humorous commentary and a reader letters page fostering community engagement among fans. Circulation milestones reflect Kerrang!'s rise and adaptation in a digital era. It surged to a weekly peak of approximately 120,000 in amid a rock revival driven by bands like . The magazine's visual identity has evolved to balance bold rock aesthetics with modern sensibilities, incorporating the iconic shattered-glass logo directly into covers for a dynamic, integrated look. In the , it shifted to eco-friendly paper stocks to align with sustainable publishing practices. The print format complements digital archives on the Kerrang! website, preserving tactile access to its rock heritage.

Website and digital media

Kerrang!'s website, kerrang.com, launched in summer 2001 under the direction of editor Dan Silver, initially featuring basic news updates, band interviews, and community forums to extend the magazine's reach into the digital space. The site quickly became a hub for rock enthusiasts, integrating user-generated content and early multimedia elements like audio clips from magazine features. Over the years, the website underwent significant updates to enhance user experience and adapt to technological shifts. A major redesign in 2014 optimized the platform for tablets and mobile devices, incorporating seamless integration with Kerrang! TV streams, radio players, and social media feeds to support on-the-go consumption. Further evolutions around 2018 emphasized expanded editorial content and US market expansion, while the 2020 pivot amid the COVID-19 pandemic strengthened video and podcast capabilities, aligning with increased online engagement during lockdowns. Today, kerrang.com serves as the primary digital platform for Kerrang!, offering daily album and live show reviews, exclusive artist interviews, real-time updates to the Kerrang! Chart, and video content from The K! Pit series, where emerging and established bands perform intimate sets in dive bars like Blondies. The site also hosts podcasts such as Kerrang! In Conversation, drawing from print magazine interviews to provide deeper insights into rock culture. As of October 2025, the website ranks #108,902 globally and #693 in the music category, reflecting steady growth driven by SEO-optimized listicles on topics like "best metal albums" that attract organic search traffic. Key digital initiatives include the Kerrang! , launched for and Android around 2015, which aggregates news, reviews, and access for portable reading, distinct from the separate radio app. Email newsletters deliver curated content three times weekly, including exclusive merch drops and event alerts, fostering direct subscriber engagement. On , Kerrang! maintains an active presence with 539,000 followers and 22,600 on , where short-form videos highlight rock clips, band reactions, and viral challenges to appeal to younger audiences. Monetization relies primarily on integrated across articles and videos, alongside an online merch store offering band tees, signed items, and Kerrang!-branded apparel tied to featured content. While the print magazine provides foundational material for digital adaptations, the website's interactive tools—such as comment sections and shareable embeds—enable real-time community interaction absent in static issues.

Charts and lists

Official Kerrang! Rock Chart

The Official Kerrang! Rock Chart is a weekly ranking of the top 20 rock singles in the UK, serving as a primary measure of popularity within the genre and published in the magazine, on the website, and across digital platforms. Launched in March 2012, it marked Kerrang!'s return to a formalized specialist chart after earlier iterations in the , focusing on heavy metal and tracks to capture the evolving music landscape. The chart's methodology has evolved over time. Earlier versions in the pre-2000s era relied exclusively on UK sales data compiled by the British Market Research Bureau (BMRB). In the , it incorporated and sales figures, but as of 2025, it is editorially curated by Kerrang! staff, selecting tracks based on musical quality, relevance, and impact in the rock genre, with weekly updates every Friday. Key milestones underscore the chart's role in spotlighting influential rock releases. The inaugural chart in 2012 helped establish benchmarks for hits, while more recent examples include Bring Me the Horizon's "Kool-Aid" achieving prominent positions in , reflecting the band's crossover success. The chart was historically tied to dedicated radio and TV shows, including broadcasts on platforms that ran until , amplifying its reach through on-air countdowns. The Official Kerrang! Rock Chart exerts considerable cultural influence within the rock community, shaping editorial playlists on streaming services and informing festival lineups by elevating both established acts and newcomers. Its annual aggregation of weekly data feeds into broader year-end compilations, providing a on the genre's trajectory and highlighting tracks with lasting impact. In 2025, the chart continues with weekly digital releases, featuring video countdowns on Kerrang!'s online channels and official curation on every Friday to engage fans with the latest top rock tracks.

Year-end lists and rankings

Kerrang! began publishing its annual "Albums of the Year" lists in the , initially focusing on the most impactful rock, punk, and metal releases of the prior 12 months, with rankings appearing in December issues of the . These lists expanded over time to encompass singles, breakthrough artists, and reader-driven polls such as "Hottest Band," reflecting broader trends in alternative music and incorporating online submissions for greater fan engagement. By the , the format had evolved to include retrospective compilations and digital-first publications, emphasizing innovation within genres like , nu-metal, and hardcore. The rankings are primarily curated by Kerrang! editorial staff, who select and rank entries based on criteria including musical innovation, cultural resonance, and influence on the rock landscape, often drawing from weekly chart data as a foundation. Reader input supplements this through website polls for categories like emerging acts or live performers, ensuring a blend of expert analysis and community perspective, though the final top spots remain editorially determined. Notable historical top albums from original end-of-year lists include Metallica's Metallica in 1991 and Queens of the Stone Age's Rated R in 2000. In retrospective rankings, albums like Nirvana's Nevermind (1991) and Linkin Park's Hybrid Theory (2000) have been reevaluated as top entries for their lasting impact. More recently, Knocked Loose's You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To claimed the 2024 Album of the Year spot, praised for its ferocious hardcore intensity amid a diverse field including Bring Me the Horizon and Green Day. These lists have played a key role in shaping rock discourse, often boosting album sales and influencing mainstream accolades like Grammy nominations—for instance, Knocked Loose's 2024 Kerrang! Album of the Year win coincided with their first-ever Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance. Kerrang!'s "Sound Of [Year]" feature highlights emerging talent, such as the 2025 edition spotlighting 25 boundary-pushing acts including the Leeds-based alt-rock collective , whose debut Babyface marked them as a rising force in queer alternative scenes. Following the discontinuation of the formal ceremony after 2022, these year-end rankings have taken on greater prominence as the magazine's primary vehicle for annual retrospectives.

Ventures and spin-offs

Kerrang! Awards

The Kerrang! Awards were launched in 1994 as an annual live ceremony celebrating achievements in , initially held at intimate venues before growing in scale. The first event recognized standout contributions through categories such as Best British Band (won by ), Best Album (Sepultura's ), and special honors like the Kerrang! Kudos Award (presented to ), with nominations and winners determined largely by reader votes submitted via the magazine. Over time, the format expanded to include the Spirit of Kerrang! Award for lifetime contributions, alongside staples like Best Album and Best British Band, reflecting the magazine's focus on heavy metal, punk, and . Early ceremonies emphasized fan engagement, with voting conducted through print ballots that later incorporated the website for broader participation. The awards reached their zenith in the 2000s, drawing large crowds to venues like the and featuring high-profile performances by acts including and , alongside hosts such as , who co-presented the 2003 event at the Royal Lancaster Hotel. That year saw notable controversies, including reader backlash over selections for Best British Newcomer and Best International Newcomer, highlighting tensions between fan preferences and industry perceptions. Voting evolved to blend reader input—often comprising the majority for shortlists and winners—with occasional industry jury elements for balance, ensuring a mix of popular and critical acclaim across 10-15 categories annually. The ceremony's energetic atmosphere, complete with live sets and celebrity presenters, solidified its status as a key fixture in the UK rock calendar. The final Kerrang! Awards took place on June 23, 2022, at London's , marking a return after a pandemic-enforced hiatus; received the Icon Award for their enduring influence, while won Best International Act. Following this, the event entered an indefinite hiatus amid rising production costs and the broader shift toward in the music industry. By 2023, Kerrang! pivoted to non-ceremonial formats like year-end lists and rankings to continue honoring artists without the logistical demands of a live show, such as awarding Knocked Loose's You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To the Album of the Year in 2024. Spanning nearly three decades, the Kerrang! Awards honored over 1,000 artists and moments in rock history, from emerging talents to icons, fostering a sense of community among fans and musicians. Its legacy endures through extensive video archives on , capturing performances and acceptance speeches that showcase the evolution of the genre.

Kerrang! Radio

Kerrang! Radio launched as a digital station on 7 June 2000 under EMAP, initially operating as a jukebox-style service playing back-to-back rock tracks across the . The station's early playlist blended staples like Metallica with emerging acts such as , aiming to capture a broad audience of rock enthusiasts. By 2004, it expanded to in the West Midlands on 105.2 FM following a successful bid, and further to nationally, marking a shift from purely digital to multi-platform availability. Ownership transitioned when Bauer Media acquired EMAP's radio assets in 2007, retaining control of Kerrang! Radio through subsequent years. In 2023, Bauer introduced the Rayo app-based streaming platform, integrating into a unified digital ecosystem for enhanced mobile listening and personalized content delivery. This rebranding emphasized seamless access via apps, aligning with Bauer's broader audio strategy without altering the station's core rock focus. The station operates 24/7, delivering a mix of contemporary rock, alternative, punk, and metal programming tailored to its audience. Key shows include the weekday Breakfast with Yaz Rhoden from 7:00 AM, featuring high-energy anthems and audience interaction to kickstart the day. The Kerrang! Radio Chart, hosted by Amelia Clarke every at 11:30 AM, counts down the top 20 tracks based on listener votes and sales, serving as the station's flagship music . Specialist segments highlight subgenres, such as the evening show with Elz the at 8:00 PM focusing on punk and alternative scenes, and Kerrang! Radio Unleashed at 11:00 PM dedicated to heavier metal and hardcore tracks. As of the to September 2025 RAJAR survey (Q3 2025), Kerrang! Radio reaches 573,000 weekly listeners through DAB+, online streaming, and the Rayo app. Key events underscore the station's engagement with the rock community, including live broadcasts from , where it airs on-site interviews, performances, and festival specials to coincide with the event's annual lineup. Competitions frequently offer listeners prizes like gig tickets and meet-and-greets, fostering direct fan involvement. Integration with provides exclusive content premieres, such as early track plays from featured artists, bridging print and audio platforms for cohesive brand experiences. In 2025, Kerrang! Radio remains active and operational, with no reported closures, continuing to evolve through themed programming like the Lost Legends Weekend in September, which honors deceased rock icons with dedicated playlists of their seminal works. The station's ongoing tributes, such as weekends, maintain its role as a vital hub for discovery and celebration.

Kerrang! TV

Kerrang! TV was launched in 2001 by EMAP as a digital music channel within The Box network, dedicated to and alternative music videos with a focus on heavy metal, punk, and acts. The channel provided 24/7 programming centered on , artist interviews, and live performances, helping to introduce new generations to the alternative scene while featuring classics from bands like Nirvana and Slipknot. At its height in the , it attracted significant viewership amid the rise of multi-channel TV, though exact figures varied with platform availability on services like and . Key programming included dedicated blocks for new video releases, countdown shows linked to the Kerrang! magazine's rock chart—occasionally synergizing with for cross-promotion—and live coverage of major festivals starting in the mid-2000s, such as . Ownership evolved from EMAP's initial control to a 50% stake by in 2007 through a with Box Television, followed by acquiring full ownership of in 2019 from . In the , as linear TV audiences declined due to streaming competition, the channel shifted toward on-demand viewing via apps and online platforms to sustain engagement. Channel 4 announced the closure of Kerrang! TV in February 2024 as part of a broader strategy, with the final broadcast airing on 30 June 2024, concluding with a montage of iconic videos from its history. The decision impacted around 200 jobs across the affected channels, reflecting the network's pivot away from legacy linear operations. Spanning over 23 years, Kerrang! TV premiered thousands of videos and played a pivotal role in promoting , with much of its archive now accessible via and the Kerrang! website to continue reaching fans digitally.

Compilation albums

The Kerrang! compilation album series began in 1985 with Kerrang! Kompilation, a double vinyl LP featuring 24 tracks from prominent and heavy metal acts of the era, including Iron Maiden's "," Kiss's "," and Whitesnake's "Standing in the Shadow." This inaugural release marked the magazine's entry into music merchandising, showcasing emerging and established artists in the rock spectrum. Over the subsequent decades, the series expanded significantly, with more than 60 compilation albums released by 2018, encompassing various sub-series such as Radio Kerrang! (seven volumes from 1997 to 1998) and Kerrang! The Best Of (annual editions from 1998 to 2007). These volumes typically included 15 to 40 tracks across one or two discs, drawing from a mix of new releases, fan favorites, and up-and-coming bands to reflect the evolving rock landscape. Initially released on vinyl and later transitioning to format from the late 1980s through the , the compilations were priced between £10 and £15 in the market, making them accessible entry points for fans. Digital downloads became prominent post-2010, aligning with broader industry shifts. Many volumes achieved notable commercial performance on charts; for instance, the 2001 Kerrang! The Album peaked at number 9 on the Official Compilations Chart and number 1 on the Rock & Metal Albums Chart, while Kerrang! 2: The Album reached number 8 on the compilations chart that same year. Later entries, such as Kerrang! The Album '08, climbed to number 5 on the compilations chart, underscoring the series' consistent appeal during its physical peak. Curatorially, the albums emphasized genre diversity within rock, often spotlighting pivotal shifts like the nu metal boom of the early 2000s with tracks from Korn ("Got the Life"), (""), and , as seen in volumes like Kerrang! 1998. In the 2010s, the focus shifted toward and , featuring artists such as alongside emerging acts, capturing the magazine's role in promoting boundary-pushing sounds. A hallmark of the series was the inclusion of exclusive or unreleased tracks, which provided unique value to purchasers and helped launch careers by giving exposure to unsigned or indie bands alongside mainstream names. The compilations enjoyed strong sales in their heyday, frequently promoted through magazine inserts and bundled offers that drove readership and retail partnerships. Their success waned with the rise of streaming services in the mid-2010s, leading to the last physical release in 2018; today, Kerrang! maintains the tradition via digital playlists on platforms like , recreating classic volumes with tracks such as those from Kerrang! The Album '09 including Green Day's "Know Your Enemy." These efforts often tie into live promotions, with album-featured artists appearing on Kerrang!-backed tours to extend the compilations' reach beyond recorded media.

Kerrang! Tour

The Kerrang! Tour was an annual live music event series organized by the Kerrang! magazine, running from 2006 to 2017 and featuring multi-band bills of emerging and established rock acts across the and . Launched to promote the magazine's coverage of rock, punk, and metal scenes, the inaugural edition in 2006 was headlined by , alongside , , and , spanning over two weeks with dates starting on January 15 in and concluding at London's . Subsequent years followed a similar structure, typically encompassing 11 to 13 shows in mid-sized venues, showcasing 4 to 5 bands per night without traditional support acts to maximize playing time and fan access. The tour's format emphasized affordability and accessibility, with tickets priced at around £17.50 in its later years, making it a key platform for mid-tier and up-and-coming bands to reach audiences without the barriers of higher-cost solo headline tours. Sponsored directly by the magazine, it served as a cross-promotional vehicle, aligning lineups with Kerrang!'s focus on genres like , , and . Notable editions included the 2010 tour, headlined by with The Blackout, Young Guns, My Passion, and Jettblack, which highlighted the event's blend of international and acts. Over its 12-year run, the tour provided significant exposure to participating bands, helping to elevate their profiles within the rock community through packed venues and media tie-ins. The series concluded after the 2017 edition, which featured , , and other acts, entering an indefinite hiatus amid shifting industry dynamics. Discussions of a potential revival surfaced in fan and media circles around 2023, but no official plans had materialized by 2025. Some artists from the tours also contributed tracks to Kerrang!'s compilation albums, further amplifying their reach.

The K! Pit

The K! Pit is Kerrang!'s ongoing series of intimate live music events, launched in 2018 as a platform for rock, punk, and heavy metal acts to perform in close-quarters settings that emphasize fan interaction and high-energy atmospheres. The inaugural show featured Australian band at a small venue, marking the debut of this concept designed to capture raw, unfiltered performances in spaces far more confined than typical concert halls. Primarily hosted at Blondies, an independent in East 's Clapton and areas, the series has become synonymous with Kerrang!'s branding, offering fans a "pit" experience in venues with capacities limited to around 50 attendees for maximum immersion. Programming centers on weekly or bi-weekly shows spotlighting both established artists and up-and-coming talent in the alternative scene, with entry secured through free registrations via Kerrang!'s website rather than ticket sales. Examples include chaotic sets by mathcore outfit The Callous Daoboys as the first event of 2024, and high-octane performances from rap-punk duo Ho99o9 in October 2025, often tied to album releases or tours. These gigs integrate seamlessly with Kerrang!'s digital presence, featuring full video streams on the magazine's YouTube channel and promotional tie-ins like ticket giveaways to build community engagement. The series is managed by Wasted Talent Ltd., Kerrang!'s parent company, which has organized dozens of events annually in non-pandemic years, supported by sponsorships from brands like Dead Man's Fingers Rum and Rizla to sustain the free-to-attend model. Unique to The K! Pit are its emphasis on physical intensity and fan proximity, with the small stage and floor space encouraging mosh pits, crowdsurfing, and direct artist-audience exchanges that create "gloriously chaotic" environments. Venues like Blondies incorporate Kerrang!-branded elements, including merch stalls and photo opportunities that allow attendees to capture and share moments, often highlighted in post-event coverage on the website. While not a fixed 1,000-capacity space, the intimate scale fosters a sense of exclusivity, with sets typically lasting 20-30 minutes and fan-voted elements like setlists in select shows. Following the onset of the in 2020, The K! Pit adapted by shifting to virtual formats, including audience-free recordings and limited-capacity streams to comply with health guidelines, as seen in the weekly series revival starting with . Post-lockdown resumption in 2021 featured cautious in-person returns, such as Wargasm's celebratory set, before fully restoring the high-energy, packed-room vibe by 2022. As of 2025, the series continues robustly, with events like Witch Fever's November show maintaining its role in showcasing boundary-pushing acts amid Kerrang!'s broader digital ecosystem.

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