It is Episode 145 of the Nerdcast Empire and Episode 57 of Hard Rock Empire (previously known as Music Weekly), as heard LIVE on Twitch.tv/nerdcastempire on YouTube.com/@nerdcastempire!

This week, we'll discuss the latest rock and metal news, including Ghost's no-phone policy, Matt Pinfield recovering from a serious health issue, and more praise for the late Jani Lane.

Then, we'll check out the best rock and metal releases from February 28, 2025. We'll listen to awesome new music from Brainstorm, Freedomination, Perfect Plan, and Heavens Reign.

Then, we'll go into the vault and check out classic albums from Cathedral and LiSA.

It's the Hard Rock Empire on the Nerdcast Empire. Tune in!