Rock & Metal News Jan 20, 2026: Black Crowes, Judas Priest Doc, Rival Sons, Pink Floyd Vaults

I’ve got a cold, so yes—I sound a little dumb. We push through anyway.On this episode of Amplified, I break down the biggest rock and metal stories for January 20th, 2026: new visuals and album buzz from The Black Crowes, Rival Sons gearing up for their next record (plus Jay Buchanan’s solo release), and the Judas Priest documentary premiering at the Berlin International Film Festival.Also in the mix: Fat Mike’s online antics, Yellowcard linking up with Good Charlotte, Opeth’s label move, newly surfaced Pink Floyd live footage, Fred Armisen and Sleater-Kinney forming a Ramones cover band, a new single from Daughter, Mötley Crüe celebrating 45 years, Dave Mustaine on Metallica, John Fogerty’s NPR Tiny Desk, Gwar covering “Pink Pony Club,” and Glucifer releasing their first record in years.New music, rock history, and just enough nonsense to keep it interesting.Follow the show: Instagram: @darby.amplified TikTok: darby.amplifiedEpisode 25 – AmplifiedAll the news, all the noise, all in one place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.