Posted On May 18, 2024
In a new interview with Pierre Robert of Philadelphia's 93.3 WMMR radio station, THE BLACK CROWES singer Chris Robinson and guitarist Rich Robinson spoke about the making of their latest album, "Happiness Bastards". The LP was recorded at producer Jay Joyce's Neon Cross Studio in East Nashville in s...
Posted On May 18, 2024
In a new interview with Katie Daryl of AXS TV's "Now Listen", GODSMACK frontman Sully Erna spoke about the inspiration for the 2019 launch of a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness surrounding mental health issues.
The mission of The Scars Foundation, according to its web site, is...
Posted On May 18, 2024
ANTHRAX singer Joey Belladonna has launched a tribute band to Ronnie James Dio. The new group will play four shows in Florida in August, performing music from DIO, BLACK SABBATH and RAINBOW.
The dates are as follows:
August 15 - Captain Hiram's - Sebastian, FL
August 16 - Piper's Pub - Pompano Beach...
Posted On May 18, 2024
Former KILLSWITCH ENGAGE singer Howard Jones has revealed that "mixing has begun" on his collaborative new project with KILLSWITCH ENGAGE guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz. In addition, he and Adam are in the process of "finding the right [record] label to call home."
Regarding how the project came together...
Posted On May 18, 2024
In a new interview with Almost Human, former ANTHRAX singer Neil Turbin addressed the oft-repeated claim by the band's guitarist Scott Ian that Turbin "fired" original ANTHRAX bassist Dan Lilker for being "too tall". Neil said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, if you believe that,...
Posted On May 18, 2024
She's filling in for four dates following the amicable departure of singer Erik Gronwall. Continue reading…
Posted On May 18, 2024
She's filling in for four dates following the amicable departure of singer Erik Gronwall. Continue reading…
Posted On May 18, 2024
From mushroom decor to that iconic jug (you know the one), let's take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to the quintessential '70s kitchen. Continue reading…
Posted On May 18, 2024
In a new interview with RichardMetalFan, bassist Richard Cabeza of Swedish death metal pioneers DISMEMBER was asked if there is any possibility of fans getting some new music from the band soon. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "For sure, man. It's happening. When, I can't tell you...
Posted On May 18, 2024
IRON MAIDEN frontman Bruce Dickinson kicked off his 2024 U.K. solo tour Thursday night (May 16) in Wolverhampton.
The gig at The Halls was the first of a six-date U.K. run, which is also making stops in Glasgow, Manchester, Swansea, Nottingham and London.
As was the case on his recently completed La...
Posted On May 18, 2024
Gilby Clarke is the focus of an upcoming Thnklab Motors episode of "Origins".
Best known as the former rhythm guitarist for GUNS N' ROSES, Gilby is more than just a rock icon. He's a masterful artist who channels his creative genius into building custom Harley Davidsons. Beyond the iconic riffs and...
Posted On May 18, 2024
QUEEN guitarist Brian May joined forces with THE OFFSPRING for a one-night-only performance at the Starmus VII festival in Bratislava, Slovakia.
The unique collaboration was held on Day 3 (May 15) of Starmus VII at the Tipos Arena as part of the "Sonic Universe" concert following the Stephen Hawking...
Posted On May 18, 2024
He hasn't mounted a solo tour in 30 years – and last performed a full-length concert with Journey in 1987. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
HALESTORM's Lzzy Hale played her first show as the vocalist of SKID ROW Friday night (May 17) at Walker's Bluff Casino Resort in Carterville, Illinois. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below.
According to Setlist.fm, the setlist was as follows:
01. Slave To The Grind
02. The Threat
03. Ma...
Posted On May 17, 2024
Nate Peck, 2023 "American Idol" golden ticket recipient from Season 21, has officially joined FIREHOUSE as the band's new lead vocalist. He replaces late FIREHOUSE frontman CJ Snare, who died on April 5 at the age of 64 following a lengthy battle with cancer.
Peck performed an outstanding audition f...
Posted On May 17, 2024
SLIPKNOT and STONE SOUR frontman Corey Taylor's solo album of covers and B-sides from the "CMF2" album sessions, titled "CMF2B… Or Not 2B", has just been released digitally and can be streamed in its entirety below. The effort was previously made available on April 20 via BMG as part of this year's...
Posted On May 17, 2024
The Wacken TV YouTube channel has uploaded professionally filmed video of BIOHAZARD's August 5, 2023 performance at the Wacken Open Air festival in Wacken, Germany.
Featured songs:
00:00 Tales From The Hard Side
05:57 Wrong Side Of The Tracks
10:32 Punishment
In a recent interview with El Planeta De...
Posted On May 17, 2024
It marked their first show since the departure of bassist Cliff Williams. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Legendary hard rockers AC/DC kicked off their "Power Up" European tour earlier tonight (Friday, May 17) in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
The debut show of the band's first full tour since 2016 took place at the 62,000-capacity Veltins-Arena and saw AC/DC deliver a 24-song set that began with "If You Want...
Posted On May 17, 2024
Bad Wolves have apparently accused Vext of breaching a previous settlement relating to disparagement of the group. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
It marked their first show since the departure of bassist Cliff Williams. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
In this episode of 'Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction?,' thrash musicians debunk the lies that the internet told about the genre. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Canadian metal legends ANVIL will embark on the "One And Only" U.S tour this summer. Support on the trek will come from PULSIFIER, with additional appearances by ADAMANTIS (July 10-13), VICIOUS BLADE (July 17-21), BLIND OATH (August 1-4), SERPENT RIDER (August 7-15) and OLATHIA (August 21-25).
Tour...
Posted On May 17, 2024
P.O.D. frontman Sonny Sandoval joined EVANESCENCE on stage Thursday (May 16) at the Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival at the Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio to perform the latter band's breakthrough 2003 hit "Bring Me To Life". Video footage of his appearance can be seen below.
In a rece...
Posted On May 17, 2024
German power metal hounds Powerwolf announce their new album 'Wake Up the Wicked' and a summer tour. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
DISTURBED frontman David Draiman joined Nita Strauss, the guitar shredder for the ALICE COOPER band, on stage Thursday (May 16) at the Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival at the Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio to perform their collaborative song "Dead Inside". Video footage of his appearan...
Posted On May 17, 2024
In a new interview with "THAT Rocks!", the YouTube series hosted by Eddie Trunk, Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson, former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman spoke about his desire to focus completely on his solo career once he left the band nearly two and a half decades ago. He said (as transcribed by...
Posted On May 17, 2024
In a new interview with "THAT Rocks!", the YouTube series hosted by Eddie Trunk, Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson, former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman spoke about his desire to focus completely on his solo career once he left the band nearly two and a half decades ago. He said (as transcribed by...
Posted On May 17, 2024
Danish hard rock veterans D-A-D has announced their brand new, thirteenth album, titled "Speed Of Darkness", slated for release on October 4, 2024 via AFM Records.
Not only can we expect an unusually strong collection of songs, but today the band is already premiering two (!) singles, the songs "The...
Posted On May 17, 2024
After announcing the release of her new studio album for September 20, charismatic Dutch singer/songwriter Charlotte Wessels (ex-DELAIN) has unveiled the album's title together with the first single. Titled "The Obsession", the album marks Wessels's Napalm Records debut, and while her earlier solo e...
Posted On May 17, 2024
These rock and metal singers left the bands they were in and then came back years later for another round (or multiple). Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Legendary hard rockers DEEP PURPLE played their new single, "Portable Door", live for the first time on May 1 at the Singapore Rockfest 2024 at Fort Canning Park in Singapore. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below.
"Portable Door" is taken from DEEP PURPLE's upcoming album, "=1", due...
Posted On May 17, 2024
BODY COUNT, the metal band fronted by hip-hop legend, actor and director Ice-T, is back with "Psychopath", its first new single since 2020's "Bum-Rush", which won a Grammy Award for "Best Metal Performance". The explosive new track, which features FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY vocalist Joe Badolato, shows Ice-...
Posted On May 17, 2024
Fans react to 'From Hell I Rise,' the debut solo album by Slayer guitarist Kerry King. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Metallica's James Hetfield lends his voice to this stirring new cello cover of 'One' from Apocalyptica, but not in the way you may expect. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Slash, the iconic, Grammy-winning guitarist and songwriter, has just released his blues solo album "Orgy Of The Damned", via Gibson Records. The 12-track project features guest appearances by AC/DC's Brian Johnson, AEROSMITH's Steven Tyler, Iggy Pop, Chris Stapleton, THE BLACK CROWES' Chris Robinson...
Posted On May 17, 2024
Serj Tankian released a new song called 'A.F. Day' from his upcoming 'Foundations' EP, and the song was originally written for System of a Down. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Legendary group STYX has announced the addition of Terry Gowan as the replacement for longtime bassist Ricky Phillips. Terry completes STYX's seven-man lineup consisting of James "JY" Young, Tommy Shaw, Lawrence Gowan, Chuck Panozzo, Todd Sucherman, Will Evankovich and Terry Gowan.
Terry Gowan decla...
Posted On May 17, 2024
BON JOVI has released the official Nevil Bernard-directed lyric video for the band's new single "Living Proof". The track is taken from BON JOVI's upcoming 16th studio album, "Forever", which will arrive on June 7. The new LP is now available for pre-order where fans can find exclusive colored vinyl...
Posted On May 17, 2024
Rock out just like the top-hatted legend. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
SLAYER guitarist Kerry King has finally released his debut solo album, "From Hell I Rise", via Reigning Phoenix Music. The project's brand-new video, "Toxic", which has been co-directed by Jim Louvau and his partner Tony Aguilera, can be seen below.
Similar to King's acclaimed "Residue" video, which...
Posted On May 17, 2024
Ahead of the new 'Orgy of the Damned' album, here's your chance to enter to win an autographed Slash guitar. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
HALESTORM has released a surprise new live album and accompanying full concert video.
"Live At Wembley" was recorded at London, United Kingdom's iconic OVO Arena Wembley on December 9, 2023 and contains 18 songs, including a rendition of the rarely played "Takes My Life" from HALESTORM's 2006 EP "On...
Posted On May 17, 2024
“Our wives and girlfriends are just barely older than that.” Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Album collects some of their earliest recordings together. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
“I don’t think you could pay me enough," the guitarist declared. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
His wealth has reportedly increased tremendously in the last year alone. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Godsmack, Rise Against, Highly Suspect, Lorna Shore and more are among those vying for your concert dollar this week. Continue reading…
Posted On May 17, 2024
Serj Tankian, lead singer and lyricist for the Grammy Award-winning rock band SYSTEM OF A DOWN, has released his new single and video "A.F. Day" via Gibson Records. The track, which will also appear on Serj's forthcoming EP titled "Foundations" — due in the fall — fits right into the singer-songwrit...
Posted On May 17, 2024
Tommy Shaw says Ricky Phillips' departure "still aches." Continue reading…
It even had The Prince of Darkness on the edge of his seat. Continue reading…