In what many will regard as a direct attack on the rock and metal community, digital radio station 6 Music is to axe the Friday Night Rock Show, which is presented by Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson.
A spokesperson for the BBC, attempting to explain the shock decision, said:

“6 Music is currently reviewing the way it reflects the rock and heavy metal genres across the network and has decided to decommission the Friday Night Rock Show. The network, however, remains committed to reflecting both genres throughout the schedule as part of its core music offering. We would very much like to thank Bruce Dickinson for the hard work and commitment he has shown to 6 Music over the past eight years.”

Dickinson has presented the three-hour show since 6 Music was launched in 2002.

Right now, it appears that there’s a chance Dickinson’s show will switch to Planet Rock. In the meantime, you can still catch the show on 6 Music on Fridays from 9pm to midnight – for the time being at least.