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Weekly Wire: New Music From Slash, Avenged Sevenfold + More

Posted On Sep 22, 2018

Hear the hard rock and heavy metal songs that you need in your life this week. Continue reading…

WOLF HOFFMANN Has 'Lots Of Thoughts' About UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER Performing Only ACCEPT Songs On Tour

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

ACCEPT guitarist Wolf Hoffmann says that he has "lots of thoughts" about Udo Dirkschneider's decision to embark on one final tour during which the singer is performing nothing but ACCEPT songs. The DIRKSCHNEIDER tour, Continue Reading...

Five Finger Death Punch's Ivan Moody Sides With Machine Gun Kelly in Eminem Beef

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

"Rap Devil," meet "Metal Devil." Continue reading…

JAMES KOTTAK Says GRETA VAN FLEET Sounds More Like LED ZEPPELIN Than KINGDOM COME Does

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Former SCORPIONS drummer James Kottak spoke about the recently announced partial reunion of the original lineup of '80s rockers KINGDOM COME, a band perhaps best known for its uncanny musical resemblance to LED ZEPPELIN. Kottak Continue Reading...

MYLES KENNEDY On SLASH: 'I Don't Know If I Know Too Many People Who Wanna Play As Much As He Does'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

In a brand new interview with Australia's Music Feeds, Myles Kennedy spoke about the camaraderie and respect between him and GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash. Kennedy sang lead vocals on a pair of songs that appeared on Continue Reading...

Former TURBONEGRO Frontman HANK VON HELL Releases 'Blood' Solo Single

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

"Blood", the second single from former TURBONEGRO frontman Hank Von Hell's comeback album, "Egomania", can be streamed below. The song was written by Hank Von Hell and Cat Casino and produced by A.W. Nine at Crehate Studios in Gothenburg, Sweden. Continue Reading...

UPDATE: Dickey Betts Recovering After Successful Brain Surgery

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Former Allman Brothers Band guitarist fell and cracked his head at his Florida home. Continue reading…

LEGION OF THE DAMNED To Release Comeback Album, 'Slaves Of The Shadow Realm', In January

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Dutch thrash/death/black metal outfit LEGION OF THE DAMNED has returned after a five-year hiatus. On January 4, 2019, the quartet will release "Slaves Of The Shadow Realm" via Napalm Records. The follow-up to 2014's "Ravenous Continue Reading...

MAYAN Feat. EPICA's MARK JANSEN: 'Saints Don't Die' Video

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

The official music video for the song "Saints Don't Die" from MAYAN — the band featuring EPICA guitarist/songwriter Mark Jansen alongside Jack Driessen (ex-AFTER FOREVER) and Frank Schiphorst — can be seen below. The track is taken from MAYAN's new album, Continue Reading...

NASHVILLE PUSSY: 'She Keeps Me Coming And I Keep Going Back' Video

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

"She Keeps Me Coming And I Keep Going Back", the new video from NASHVILLE PUSSY, can be seen below. The song is taken from the band's latest album, "Pleased To Eat You", which was released today (Friday, September 21) via earMUSIC. Lemmy personally Continue Reading...

DANKO JONES Releases New Single 'We're Crazy'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Acclaimed Canadian hard rock trio DANKO JONES has released a new single, "We're Crazy". The song, produced by GGGarth Richardson (RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, BIFFY CLYRO, RISE AGAINST), can be streamed below. "We're Crazy" marks the first taste of Continue Reading...

Listen To New GRETA VAN FLEET Song 'Lover, Leaver'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

"Lover, Leaver", a brand new song from Michigan rockers GRETA VAN FLEET — Jake Kiszka (guitar), Sam Kiszka (bass, keyboards), Josh Kiszka (vocals) and Danny Wagner (drums) — can be streamed below. The track is taken from the band's debut album, "Anthem Of The Continue Reading...

Spotify Wants Your DNA for Music Recommendations

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Spotify and Ancestry.com have teamed up for one of the most ambitious and bizarre projects in recent music memory. Continue reading…

HARDCORE SUPERSTAR: 'You Can't Kill My Rock 'N Roll' Video Released

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

"You Can't Kill My Rock 'N Roll", the new Max Ljungberg-directed video from Gothenburg, Sweden-based rockers HARDCORE SUPERSTAR, can be seen below. The song is the title track of the band's 11th studio album, which is being released today (Friday, Continue Reading...

TONY IOMMI Doesn't Know What OZZY OSBOURNE Meant When He Said He 'Didn't Have A Great Time' On BLACK SABBATH's Final Tour

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Tony Iommi doesn't know what Ozzy Osbourne meant when he said that he "didn't have a great time" on BLACK SABBATH's final tour. Ozzy recently told The Inquirer that his last tour with BLACK SABBATH Continue Reading...

Spotify Want Your DNA for Music Recommendations

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Spotify and Ancestry.com have teamed up for one of the most ambitious and bizarre projects in recent music memory. Continue reading…

Greta Van Fleet Unveil New Song 'Lover, Leaver' from 'Anthem of the Peaceful Army'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

The song has frequently been in the band's live sets. Continue reading…

Axl Rose Initiated Phone Call With Slash Before Guns N' Roses Reunion

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

If Axl didn't pick up the phone, the Guns N' Roses reunion may not have happened. Continue reading…

10 Metal Songs Based On, Or Inspired By, Stephen King's Works

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

King loves music with loud guitars and the feeling tends to be mutual. Continue reading…

Top 10 Dickey Betts Songs

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Our list tends to focus more on the rootsier side of the Allman Brothers Band's sound – and that's fitting. Continue reading…

FLAT EARTH Feat. Former HIM And AMORPHIS Members: 'Cyanide' Lyric Video

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

FLAT EARTH, the new band featuring former HIM members Mikko "Linde" Lindström (guitar) and Mika "Gas Lipstick" Karppinen (drums) alongside ex-AMORPHIS bassist Niclas Etelävuori and POLANSKI singer Anttoni "Anthony" Pikkarainen, will release its Continue Reading...

K.K. DOWNING On Collapse Of His Luxury Golf Course Venture: 'I Made A Few Rubbish Business Moves'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Former JUDAS PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing spoke to Billboard about his decision to sell his share of the royalty rights to 136 of the band's tracks, including classic songs "Breaking The Law", "Living After Midnight" and Continue Reading...

SIRENIA: Lyric Video For New Song 'Love Like Cyanide'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Nordic epic metal masters SIRENIA will release their new album, "Arcane Astral Aeons", at the end of October via Napalm Records. The follow-up to 2016's "Dim Days Of Dolor" marks the band's second LP to feature French vocalist Emmanuelle Zoldan, who replaced Continue Reading...

MONUMENTS: 'Mirror Image' Lyric Video

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

The official lyric video for "Mirror Image", a new song from the British progressive metal band MONUMENTS, can be seen below. The track is taken from the group's long-awaited third album, "Phronesis", which will be released on October 5 via Century Media Records. The band Continue Reading...

Amon Amarth Unveil 'The Pursuit of Vikings: 25 Years in the Eye of the Storm' Documentary

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

The Swedish metal band will also release live albums and DVDs featuring both sets from 2017’s Summer Breeze Festival on November 16. Continue reading…

Study: Heavy Metal Music Is Inclusive And Governed By Rules Of Etiquette

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Forget wild and chaotic behavior, heavy metal music culture is inclusive and governed by etiquette and codes of conduct, according to new UCL (University College London) research. After several years on the road, touring with a variety of Continue Reading...

Former GHOST Guitarist MARTIN PERSNER Returns With New MAGNA CARTA CARTEL Single, 'The Sun & The Rain'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

MAGNA CARTA CARTEL — the Swedish band featuring former GHOST guitarist Martin Persner — has unveiled an infectious new anthemic single called "The Sun & The Rain". The trio has also announced a European tour in Continue Reading...

GUS G. Releases 'Force Majeure' Video Featuring UFO's VINNIE MOORE

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G., well known in rock and metal circles for his work as Ozzy Osbourne's guitarist and as leader of his own band FIREWIND, has released the official music video for his new song "Force Majeure". The clip, which can be seen Continue Reading...

How Peter Frampton Pushed His Luck With Classic Live LP

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

'Frampton Comes Alive!' was planned as single-disc release without “Show Me the Way” and “Baby I Love Your Way” because they weren’t good enough. Continue reading…

AMON AMARTH Reveals Details Of New Documentary And Live Albums, 'The Pursuit Of Vikings: 25 Years In The Eye Of The Storm'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

On November 16, AMON AMARTH will release its new documentary and supporting live album(s), "The Pursuit Of Vikings: 25 Years In The Eye Of The Storm" — which includes a retrospective documentary Continue Reading...

ACCEPT: 'Symphonic Terror - Live At Wacken 2017' Cover Artwork, Track Listing Revealed

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

German/American heavy metal legends ACCEPT will release a live set, "Symphonic Terror - Live At Wacken 2017", on November 23 via Nuclear Blast. Fans can expect a unique ACCEPT show, shot on August 3, 2017 at the legendary Wacken Open Continue Reading...

MEMPHIS MAY FIRE To Release 'Broken' Album In November; 'The Old Me' Single Available

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Dallas, Texas metalcore band MEMPHIS MAY FIRE will release its new album, "Broken", on November 16 via Rise Records. The disc's first single, "The Old Me", can be streamed below. "'The Old Me' is about my struggle with anxiety and Continue Reading...

Watch Video For New DISTURBED Single 'A Reason To Fight'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

DISTURBED's official music video for the song "A Reason To Fight" can be seen below. It is the second single from the band's new album, "Evolution", which will be released on October 19. The "A Reason To Fight" clip was directed by Matt Mahurin (U2, METALLICA), who Continue Reading...

Memphis May Fire Announce 'Broken' Album + Unleash New Single 'The Old Me'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Memphis May Fire's sixth album, 'Broken,' will be released on Nov. 16. Continue reading…

Ticketmaster Denies Ripping Off Customers With Scalping Scheme

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

An investigative report claimed Ticketmaster has been ripping customers off by using their own ticket scalpers. Continue reading…

Watch Brant Bjork's New 'Chocolatize' Video

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Track appears on former Kyuss drummer's 13th solo album, 'Mankind Woman.' Continue reading…

Slash Says Rock Isn't Mainstream Anymore, and He Likes It

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Guns N’ Roses guitarist welcomes genre’s return to underground. Continue reading…

Mike Shinoda + K. Flay Piece Together Doomed Relationship in 'Make It Up as I Go' Video

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

The shreds of artwork from Mike Shinoda come together in his latest video for 'Make It Up as I Go' featuring K. Flay. Continue reading…

David Crosby Says He's the 'Child' in His Band of Younger Musicians

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

With four decades between them, “adult” colleague explains how he gets the best out of the notorious veteran. Continue reading…

Ticketmaster Denies Running Its Own Scalping Scheme

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Reports of TradeDesk double-dipping exercise branded “categorically untrue.” Continue reading…

Metallica's 'Black Album' Now One of Four Albums to Spend 500 Weeks on Billboard 200 Chart

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Can you name the other three albums? Continue reading…

Supergroup Featuring Members Of RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, PEARL JAM, GUNS N' ROSES To Perform At Benefit

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

According to The Pulse Of Radio, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS drummer Chad Smith will lead a one-off supergroup called CHAD SMITH'S SUPER MEGA FUNKTASTIC JAM ROCK ALL STARS at a charity event on October 6 at the Greek Continue Reading...

AVENGED SEVENFOLD Frontman Given Go-Ahead To Start 'Light' Singing

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

AVENGED SEVENFOLD vocalist M. Shadows has told Revolver in a new interview that his condition has improved after a blood blister on his vocal cords forced AVENGED to cancel a summer tour with PROPHETS OF RAGE and THREE DAYS GRACE. Communicating via Continue Reading...

Chris Cornell Remembered in Self-Titled Legacy Album

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Watch lyric video for unheard song “When Bad Does Good” from upcoming release. Continue reading…

Watch Steve Perry's New 'We're Still Here' Video

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Former Journey singer releases another track from comeback album 'Traces.' Continue reading…

Disturbed Release New Song 'A Reason to Fight'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

This time, Disturbed have released a ballad from their new album, 'Evolution.' Continue reading…

CATTLE DECAPITATION To Release Rarities Collection 'Medium Rarities'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

On November 23, San Diego-based deathgrind masters CATTLE DECAPITATION will release their new rarities collection, "Medium Rarities", via Metal Blade Records. Featuring six previously unreleased pre-"Human Jerky" (1999) demos with frontman Travis Continue Reading...

Video Premiere: STEVE PERRY's 'We're Still Here'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Former JOURNEY vocalist Steve Perry has released the official music video for his latest solo single, "We're Still Here". The song, which celebrates the continuity of life and a sense of camaraderie with a new generation, is taken from "Traces", his first solo album in Continue Reading...

METALLICA's 'Black Album' Hits Historic 500th Week On BILLBOARD Chart

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

According to Billboard, METALLICA's self-titled 1991 album (often referred to as The Black Album) has scored its 500th nonconsecutive week on the Billboard 200 chart. It is now one of only four albums with 500 weeks or more on the tally. Only Continue Reading...

Listen To New DISTURBED Single 'A Reason To Fight'

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

DISTURBED's new song "A Reason To Fight" can be streamed below. It is the second single from the band's new album, "Evolution", which will be released on October 19. Like 2015's "Immortalized", DISTURBED's new album was recorded at The Hideout Recording Studio in Continue Reading...

Hear CHRIS CORNELL's Previously Unreleased Song 'When Bad Does Good' From New Box Set

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

On November 16, fans can celebrate the recorded legacy of musical icon and singer/songwriter Chris Cornell with the 17-track self-titled album, "Chris Cornell", and a 64-track limited-edition deluxe box set. The first release since Continue Reading...

LINKIN PARK's MIKE SHINODA Releases 'Make It Up As I Go' Video Featuring K.FLAY

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

LINKIN PARK vocalist Mike Shinoda has released the official music video for the song "Make It Up As I Go", featuring a guest appearance by alternative hip-hop artist K.Flay. The track is taken from Mike's recently released solo album, Continue Reading...

Chris Cornell's Powerful 'When Bad Does Good' Lyric Video Released, Album + Box Set Due in November

Posted On Sep 21, 2018

Plus, the track listing and release details for a single disc and career-spanning Chris Cornell box set have been revealed. Continue reading…

SLASH On Reconnecting With AXL ROSE: 'It Was Really Good To Be Able To Get Rid Of Some Of The Negative Baggage'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash spoke to USA Today about reuniting with GUNS singer Axl Rose for the first time in two decades for the "Not In This Lifetime" reunion tour. Slash said that it was "nice" to Continue Reading...

Video: NONPOINT Performs Acoustic Version Of 'Chaos And Earthquakes' At HARDDRIVE RADIO Studio

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Video footage of NONPOINT members Elias Soriano, Rasheed Thomas and B.C. Kochmit performing an acoustic version of the band's song "Chaos And Earthquakes" and the HardDrive Radio studio can be seen below. "Chaos And Continue Reading...

NIGHTWISH's FLOOR JANSEN: 'We Actually Really, Really Enjoy What We Do'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

In a brand new interview with "The Rock Writer's Ramble" podcast, NIGHTWISH frontwoman Floor Jansen was asked if she and her bandmates are truly having as much fun on stage performing together as they appear to be. "Absolutely," the Dutch singer Continue Reading...

EXODUS Frontman Hasn't Seen Any New Metal Bands Who Have Potential To Become Future Icons

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

EXODUS singer Steve "Zetro" Souza has bemoaned the lack of new bands who can take over as festival headliners once all of heavy metal and hard rock's current top draws have retired. Speaking to France's Duke TV, Souza said Continue Reading...

COREY TAYLOR Calls STONE SOUR's 'Audio Secrecy' Only 'Hiccup' Of His Career

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Corey Taylor has called STONE SOUR's 2010 album, "Audio Secrecy", the only "hiccup" of his career. The band's third full-length effort was recorded and produced by STONE SOUR and Nick Raskulinecz at Blackbird Studios in Nashville, Tennessee Continue Reading...

The Monkees' 'Christmas Party' Set for Release

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

'Christmas Party' finds the Monkees again working with modern popsters, including members of R.E.M., Weezer and XTC. Continue reading…

Report: Ticketmaster Accused of Teaming With Scalpers to Collect Extra Fees on Ticket Resales

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

An underground ticket scalping division of Ticketmaster has reportedly been uncovered. Continue reading…

Slipknot 'Thinking About' Making Knotfest a Tour

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

See what Corey Taylor had to say about the festival's future. Continue reading…

Slash and Myles Kennedy Raise the Bar With 'Living the Dream'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

It's the best album they've done together. Continue reading…

THE OFFSPRING: Back In The Studio

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

THE OFFSPRING appears to have resumed work on its long-awaited tenth album. A new photo of the band in the studio has been posted on THE OFFSPRING Facebook page along with the caption: "Back to work." THE OFFSPRING lead guitarist Kevin "Noodles" Wasserman recently confirmed that Continue Reading...

Badflower's Josh Katz Looks Into the Darkness on 'Ghost'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

'I was terrified for that song to come out as the first single, just because the content is so heavy.' Continue reading…

K.K. DOWNING Says SCOTT TRAVIS Was The Only Member Of JUDAS PRIEST To Contact Him Following His Departure

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

K.K. Downing has confirmed to the "Focus On Metal" podcast that Scott Travis was the only member of JUDAS PRIEST to contact him following his 2011 announcement that he was leaving the band. Asked if he was Continue Reading...

Avenged Sevenfold's 'Mad Hatter' Soundtracks 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 4′ Gameplay Trailer

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

See some of the characters and gameplay from the upcoming 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 4' in the Avenged Sevenfold video for 'Mad Hatter.' Continue reading…

Metallica Got Snubbed for Super Bowl Halftime Show Again and People Have Had It

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Will they ever play the halftime show? Continue reading…

AVENGED SEVENFOLD: 'Mad Hatter' Video Released

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

The official video for the new AVENGED SEVENFOLD song "Mad Hatter" can be seen below. The track was recorded for the "Call Of Duty: Black Ops 4" video game and the clip uses game footage to present the song. "Mad Hatter" will be included on AVENGED SEVENFOLD's upcoming Continue Reading...

William Shatner Gets in the Christmas Spirit With Henry Rollins + More for 'Shatner Claus'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

It's the Shatner/Rollins 'Jingle Bells' duet that you never knew you needed. Continue reading…

Kiss Farewell Tour Wish List: 5 Things We Want From 'End of the Road'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Here's five things we'd love to see happen when the band takes the stage for its farewell tour. Continue reading…

Former SCORPIONS Drummer JAMES KOTTAK: Being An Alcoholic Is 'A Rough Road'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Drummer James Kottak says that he is "doing really well," two years after he was fired by the SCORPIONS during his well-publicized battle with alcoholism. He has since been replaced by former MOTÖRHEAD drummer Mikkey Dee. Speaking to Continue Reading...

Metallica Got Snubbed for Super Bowl Half-Time Show Again and People Have Had It

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Will they ever play the halftime show? Continue reading…

Listen to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' 'Gainesville' From New Box

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

A third track from the upcoming 'An American Treasure' has been unveiled. Continue reading…

Behemoth's Nergal: Rock Music 'Comes From Your F–king Dick'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Nergal discusses Behemoth's new album, 'I Loved You at Your Darkest,' and his 'clean' singing in this exclusive interview. Continue reading…

Sons of Apollo to Play With Plovdiv Psychotic Symphony for Upcoming Live Release

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

The band will head to Plovdiv, Bulgaria to play a Roman theater with the Plovdiv Psychotic Symphony for a show that will be used for a live release. Continue reading…

SKID ROW Bassist On New Singer ZP THEART: 'He Brought This Excitement To The Band That We Haven't Had For Quite Some Time'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Rachel Bolan says that ZP Theart has brought an "excitement" to SKID ROW that the band hadn't had "for quite some time." The South African-born, British-based Theart was in DRAGONFORCE, TANK and Continue Reading...

Watch HEART's ANN WILSON Perform 'You Don't Own Me' On 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

HEART singer Ann Wilson performed her version of Lesley Gore's fearless 1963 hit "You Don't Own Me" on lat night's (Wednesday, September 19) episode of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" The song is from her new album, "Immortal", that was just released last Continue Reading...

IRON MAIDEN's BRUCE DICKINSON On His Cancer Diagnosis: 'It's Just S**t That Happens'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

Bruce Dickinson says that he covered his cancer battle in great detail in his autobiography partly because he wanted people "to know that it is possible" to beat the disease. In "What Does This Button Do?", the IRON MAIDEN singer talked Continue Reading...

Hear TOM MORELLO's Politically Charged Cover of AC/DC's 'Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap'

Posted On Sep 20, 2018

RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE and PROPHETS OF RAGE guitarist Tom Morello has released his cover version of AC/DC's "Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap". The reworked "Dirty Deeds" will appear on "Appleseed's 21st Anniversary: Roots And Continue Reading...