Courtney Love Blasts 'Pam & Tommy' Show, Calls It 'Vile'
Posted On May 17, 2021
Lily James plays Pamela Anderson in the upcoming series. Continue reading…
33 Years Ago: Judas Priest Flash Metal Form on 'Ram It Down'
Posted On May 17, 2021
Judas Priest made an effort to get back to metal basics on 'Ram It Down' without shaking off the synths. Continue reading…
Joni Mitchell’s First Song Made Her Piano Teacher Angry
Posted On May 17, 2021
Instructor stuck her with ruler when she played “Robin Walk” at age seven. Continue reading…
HEART's NANCY WILSON 'Got Really Comfortable Being The Singer' On Her Debut Solo Album
Posted On May 17, 2021
HEART's Nancy Wilson, who released her debut solo album, "You And Me", on May 7 via Carry On Music, spoke to Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station about the fear and challenges of stepping out on her own and making music away Continue Reading...
Heart Don’t Regret Losing Money on Seattle Studio
Posted On May 17, 2021
Bad Animals development turned out to be “the right thing to do,” says Nancy Wilson of grunge landmark. Continue reading…
IRON MAIDEN's 'Trooper' Marks Its Eighth Birthday With 30 Million Pints Sold
Posted On May 17, 2021
On a landmark day for British pubs as they re-open inside, IRON MAIDEN and Robinsons Brewery are celebrating 30 million Trooper pints sold around the globe during the week they marked the eighth birthday of their hugely successful Continue Reading...
'Rock Me on the Water: 1974′ – Book Review
Posted On May 17, 2021
A new book from author Ronald Brownstein catalogues one of the most prolific years in California cultural history. Continue reading…
Rock's 40 Best 10th Albums
Posted On May 17, 2021
A surprisingly high number of these albums proved to be pivotal for some of rock's biggest names. Continue reading…
35 Years Ago: How 'Star Wars on Earth' Became 'Top Gun'
Posted On May 17, 2021
The blockbuster movie's inspiration came from an unlikely place. Continue reading…
Music Venue Offers COVID-19 Shots to Fans
Posted On May 17, 2021
Red Rocks Amphitheatre will vaccinate 100 audience members at each show. Continue reading…
50 Years Ago: 'Johnny Got His Gun' Begins Its Journey to Inspiring Metallica
Posted On May 17, 2021
Dalton Trumbo's film had a resonant message, but it didn't pack nearly the punch of their 1989 video for 'One.' Continue reading…
'Rock Me on the Water: 1974' - Book Review
Posted On May 16, 2021
A new book from author Ronald Brownstein catalogues one of the most prolific years in California cultural history. Continue reading…
Eric Clapton Details ‘Severe Reactions’ to AstraZeneca Vaccine
Posted On May 16, 2021
Guitarist blames U.K. government "propaganda" for what he believes was misinformation about the vaccine's safety. Continue reading…
QUEENSRŸCHE's TODD LA TORRE Is Selling Drum Sticks Used By SCOTT ROCKENFIELD During Recording Of 2013 Album
Posted On May 16, 2021
QUEENSRŸCHE singer Todd La Torre is selling one of four remaining pairs of drum sticks that were used by Scott Rockenfield during the drum recordings of the band's 2013 self-titled album. Says Todd: "After Continue Reading...
ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME CEO Says 'There's No Doubt IRON MAIDEN Are An Impactful, Influential Band'
Posted On May 16, 2021
Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame president and CEO Greg Harris has addressed criticism from rock fans over the fact that rapper Jay-Z is being inducted this year while IRON MAIDEN has been snubbed. Even though artists are Continue Reading...
WARLORD Guitarist/Composer WILLIAM J. TSAMIS Dead At 60
Posted On May 16, 2021
According to the WARLORD fan club, the band's co-founder and guitarist William J. Tsamis passed away on Thursday, May 13 at the age of 60. No cause of death has been revealed. In a 2017 interview, Tsamis revealed that he was suffering from a serious health Continue Reading...
DISTURBED's DAVID DRAIMAN And KISS's GENE SIMMONS Are Among Celebrities Urging Peace In Middle East
Posted On May 16, 2021
Gene Simmons (KISS) and David Draiman (DISTURBED) are among more than 125 leaders from the entertainment industry who have signed a joint statement released by the non-profit entertainment industry organization Continue Reading...
MACHINE HEAD's ROBB FLYNN And JARED MACEACHERN Cover STONE SOUR And JUDAS PRIEST (Video)
Posted On May 16, 2021
MACHINE HEAD's Robb Flynn and Jared MacEachern held the latest "Electric Happy Hour" on Friday, May 14 during which they performed around a dozen and a half songs, including MH tunes "Davidian", "Ten Ton Hammer" and "Now We Continue Reading...
HELLOWEEN's MICHAEL KISKE Looks Back On Using Pre-Recorded Lead Vocals During 2017 Tour: 'I Will Never Do That Again'
Posted On May 16, 2021
HELLOWEEN's Michael Kiske has opened up about using taped vocals during the opening show of the band's fall 2017 "Pumpkins United" world tour. The trek was HELLOWEEN's first featuring the reunited Continue Reading...
KISS's GENE SIMMONS Recalls His First-Ever Meeting With AC/DC's ANGUS YOUNG: 'He Didn't Have Front Teeth'
Posted On May 16, 2021
While speaking to Australia's Triple M radio station, Gene Simmons reflected on how AC/DC ended up supporting KISS on a short run of dates in late 1977 and early 1978. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): Continue Reading...
JANE'S ADDICTION's PERRY FARRELL Is 'A Little Bummed' That Some People Don't Understand That They Need To Get Vaccinated
Posted On May 16, 2021
In a recent interview with "Lipps Service With Scott Lipps", JANE'S ADDICTION frontman Perry Farrell discussed why so many Americans are waiting to get a COVID-19 vaccine or not planning to at all. Continue Reading...
How Black Sabbath's Opening 'Bar Band' Turned Out to be Van Halen
Posted On May 16, 2021
Ozzy Osbourne just wanted "a bar band from L.A." to open his band's 1978 'Never Say Die!' tour. He got a whole lot more. Continue reading…
ANTHRAX's CHARLIE BENANTE: How I Overcame Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Posted On May 16, 2021
ANTHRAX drummer Charlie Benante spoke to "Drum For The Song", the podcast hosted by Dane Campbell, son of ex-MOTÖRHEAD guitarist Phil Campbell, about how he was finally able to overcome his long-running battle with carpal tunnel syndrome, a repetitive Continue Reading...
Who Had the Best 10 Year Run in Rock History?: Roundtable
Posted On May 16, 2021
As UCR turns 10, our writers look back at other notable decade long runs. Continue reading…
Architects' Vocalist Sings 'Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker' Theme
Posted On May 16, 2021
'Really proud to have been part of this,' says Carter. Continue reading…
Top 10 Post-'Pet Sounds' Beach Boys Songs
Posted On May 16, 2021
Before this album, principal architect Brian Wilson and a group of family and friends had moved from strength to strength. Continue reading…
ALTER BRIDGE To Record New Album In 2022
Posted On May 16, 2021
ALTER BRIDGE guitarist Mark Tremonti has told The Spokesman-Review that the band will reconvene in 2022 to record a new album. "That's the plan," he said. "Myles [Kennedy, ALTER BRIDGE frontman] has his solo album, and I have mine. We'll eventually get together as ALTER Continue Reading...
Watch THE OFFSPRING Perform 'Let The Bad Times Roll' Title Track
Posted On May 16, 2021
Earlier this week, Southern California rockers THE OFFSPRING performed the title track of their latest album, "Let The Bad Times Roll", for the Baltimore radio station 98 Rock. You can watch video of the performance below. "Let The Bad Times Roll" Continue Reading...
35 Years Ago: 'Dallas' Brings Bobby Back from the Dead
Posted On May 16, 2021
Ratings fell when the popular character was killed off, so the prime-time soap opera invented a way to bring him back. Continue reading…
Paramore's 'Tiny Hot Topic B*tch' Shirt Raised $45K for Exit/In
Posted On May 16, 2021
The club is attempting to make an offer to buy the land on which the venue sits. Continue reading…
38 Years Ago: Iron Maiden Release 'Piece of Mind'
Posted On May 16, 2021
The first with Nicko McBrain. Continue reading…
Disturbed Bassist John Moyer Gets Engaged
Posted On May 16, 2021
The musician shows photos of the proposal. Continue reading…
11 Years Ago: Ronnie James Dio Passes Away
Posted On May 16, 2021
We take a look back at the life and death of metal legend Ronnie James Dio. Continue reading…
DINO CAZARES On Possibility Of Reunion Of FEAR FACTORY's Classic Lineup: 'I Don't See It For Any Amount Of Money'
Posted On May 15, 2021
In a new interview with Australia's "Scars And Guitars" podcast, FEAR FACTORY guitarist Dino Cazares was asked if he thinks he could make a reunion of the band's classic lineup — including vocalist Burton Continue Reading...
New Podcast Explores History Of Metal Feat. Rare Interviews With BLACK SABBATH, METALLICA, PANTERA, JUDAS PRIEST And More
Posted On May 15, 2021
Diversion Podcasts, a division of Diversion Media, has announced the launch of "Backstaged: The Devil In Metal". Hosted by bestselling author and music journalist, Jon Wiederhorn, this 12-episode Continue Reading...
TRIUMPH's Long-Awaited Documentary Is 'A Couple Of Weeks' Away From Being Finished: 'It's Sensational'
Posted On May 15, 2021
TRIUMPH bassist/keyboardist Mike Levine spoke to Canada's The Metal Voice about about the forthcoming first-ever feature documentary about the band's dramatic career. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's Continue Reading...
STAIND's MIKE MUSHOK: How I Got Away From Playing Guitar Solos In Every Song
Posted On May 15, 2021
STAIND guitarist Mike Mushok was recently interviewed by Darren Paltrowitz, host of the "Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz". You can now watch the chat below. Asked if he had to "hide" the influence of guitar players like Eddie Van Halen Continue Reading...
ROY MAYORGA Says 'It's Gonna Be A While' Before STONE SOUR Gets Back Together
Posted On May 15, 2021
In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, Roy Mayorga was asked about the current status of STONE SOUR, the band he has played with for the past decade and a half. The drummer responded (as transcribed by Continue Reading...
MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE Teaches You How To Play 'Symphony Of Destruction' (Video)
Posted On May 15, 2021
Video footage of MEGADETH's Dave Mustaine teaching you how to play the band's classic song "Symphony Of Destruction" can be seen below. The clip was apparently filmed at the April 2018 edition of the Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp in Los Continue Reading...
GEEZER BUTLER Says It Was 'An Incredible Relief' To Have RONNIE JAMES DIO Writing Lyrics In BLACK SABBATH
Posted On May 15, 2021
BLACK SABBATH bassist Geezer Butler, who took on the role of the band's primary lyricist from its inception, told Goldmine in a new interview that he had no qualms about letting Ronnie James Dio take over in Continue Reading...
SATYRICON Is 'Midway Through' Making Of New Album, Says SATYR
Posted On May 15, 2021
SATYRICON frontman Sigurd "Satyr" Wongraven spoke to Finland's Kaaos TV about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the follow-up to 2017's "Deep Calleth Upon Deep" album. Asked if the Norwegian "folk" music influence will find its way on to the Continue Reading...
Saves The Day's Chris Conley Responds to Misconduct Accusations
Posted On May 15, 2021
Read a statement from Conley as well as Saves the Day's record label, Equal Vision. Continue reading…
JOHN BUSH 'Would Be Open' To Special Show With ANTHRAX To Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of 'Sound Of White Noise'
Posted On May 15, 2021
John Bush says that he would be "open" to the idea of celebrating the upcoming 30th anniversary of ANTHRAX's "Sound Of White Noise" album by playing a special show with his former bandmates. Bush fronted Continue Reading...
Motorhead's Mikkey Dee Recalls Last-Ever Conversation With Lemmy
Posted On May 15, 2021
Despite all the health ailments, Lemmy was still planning another tour. Continue reading…
Mikkey Dee’s Sadness Over Last Moment with Lemmy
Posted On May 15, 2021
Motorhead drummer didn’t know they’d never meet again. Continue reading…
New Bruce Springsteen Album ‘Set Largely in the West’
Posted On May 15, 2021
Boss says 21st studio record is “coming out soon.” Continue reading…
Stephen Stills Takes Blame for ‘Deja Vu’ Album Art Drama
Posted On May 15, 2021
CSNY icon admits he’s “biting the hand that feeds” as he criticizes classic album reissue. Continue reading…
DISTURBED's JOHN MOYER Announces Engagement
Posted On May 15, 2021
DISTURBED bassist John Moyer is engaged to longtime girlfriend Brandi Nicole Hester. The 47-year-old Moyer, who has been a member of DISTURBED since 2004, announced the couple's engagement in an Instagram post on Friday (May 14). He wrote: "My beautiful Brandi and I got Continue Reading...
QUEENSRŸCHE's TODD LA TORRE Blasts ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME As 'Joke Of An Organization'
Posted On May 15, 2021
QUEENSRŸCHE's Todd La Torre has blasted the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame as a "joke of an organization". The singer made the comment as the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame has come under increased criticism over its perceived lack Continue Reading...
34 Years Ago: Motley Crue Release 'Girls, Girls, Girls'
Posted On May 15, 2021
On May 15, 1987, Motley Crue released their 'Girls, Girls, Girls' album. Continue reading…