Los Angeles, CA, (January 14, 2026) – Legendary Rockstars including current and former members of Poison, Vixen, Guns N’ Roses, Quiet Riot, Dokken, Whitesnake, Movie and Television Producers, Record Company Executives, Music Promoters, Entertainment Managers from across the globe, Fortunate 500 Corporate Executives, SiriusXM Radio Hosts, Monster Energy Supercross star athletes, with official Yamaha motorcycles, and others from across the globe, will join together for an epic celebration to honor the iconic Los Angeles Sunset Strip.
The Metal Hall of Fame’s Sun Set Strip Blowout Bash will take place January 21, 2026, and include the three most legendary rock clubs in History, the Rainbow Bar And Grill, The Roxy, and the Viper Room. The Celebrity Red Carpetwill be held 6-8PM at Rainbow Bar And Grill, with Performances, Awards Presentations, and All-Star Jams taking place at the Roxy starting at8:00PM. An exclusive VIP Party will take place at the Viper Room. Famed radio and television Host Eddie Trunk, and entertainment personality Cathy Rankin will host the event.
“Over the past 10 years we’ve honored the most iconic bands, musicians, and executives, with Inductions, Awards Galas, and Festivals throughout the world,” says Metal Hall of Fame President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “Now we are honoring the Sunset Strip!!”
About the Metal Hall of Fame
The Metal Hall of Fame is a non profit organization that honors legendary Hard Rock and Heavy Metal musicians with event tours, award galas, and performances on a global scale in an effort to help preserve the genre of music for generations to come. The organization is overseen by a team of iconic rockstars and entertainment industry executives. The mission also brings free music programs to help special needs children.
The Annual Metal Hall of Fame Celebrity Gala has included many historical moments in Hard Rock and Heavy Metal. From having Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne join with us to have former Ozzy drummer Lee Kerslake receive his Platinum Record Awards for the “Blizzard of Ozz,” and “Diary of A Madman” albums. Having: Metallica Induct Megaforce Records founders Jon and Marsha Zazula. Inducting Judas Priestin front of 80,000 fans at Wacken Festival. Inducting Steve Vai, Triumph, Geoff Tate, and members of KISS and Iron Maiden. Inducting Anthrax at Heavy Montreal Festival. Having Paul Stanley Induct KISS manager Doc McGhee. Having Brian May of Queen Induct Joe Satriani. These are just some of the lasting memories that the Metal Hall of Fame has shared with Hard Rock and Heavy Metal fans throughout the world.
For more information, please contact Lisa Woodard at 818-554-9697, or visit www.metalhalloffame.org
