Within Temptation is replaced by Band-Maid, from Japan. What kind of band is this? Yes, they dress up in maid outfits. And while the lead singer's voice may remind you of a pop singer's, there's no mistaking that these ladies can rock! Charging rhythm guitars and jiucy guitar leads combine to create a sound that couldn't possibly come from these 4, right? Wrong, they're the real deal, Maid schtick and all. The Dark Element moves up 4 this week. Can they repeat the success they had with their third outing, and reach #1? Follow us and see.

Veterans Skillet and Kamelot are back this week with new rips.

The Top 50 of 2017 is up! Yet another newcomer is #1 of the year.

View this week's chart videos, in order from 1 to 20, on YouTube!

We're still working on a series of playlists at our Youtube account. The first that we're pleased to present is the Rock Rips #1s of 2000 and 2001, in order from our very first chart of September 23, 2000. Step back in time and see what made us happy years ago!

You've been patient - now here's what you've been waiting for. It's the top 50 artists from our charts between 2000 and 2010. The last time we published this chart was 2007 and lots has changed. Bands that slid down the chart for years, such as Default, experienced career success in recent years, and they're stronger than ever. Come look for your faves by clicking on the title above.

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