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- Lamb Of God’s Randy Blythe Details The Post-Quarantine Gigs Of The Band
Lamb Of God’s talented frontman and also known as a famous photographer in the industry, Randy Blythe, was recently interviewed by Rapture Radio and exposed the highly-wondered details of their upcoming concerts. As the whole community knows, the world prepares to a new era after the self-quarantine and most of the band have postponed their […]
- Smash Mouth Drew Thousands at South Dakota Festival, Trapt Didn’t
And guess how many wore masks? Continue reading…
- Tommy Lee Wife Brittany Wants One Thing From Donald Trump If He’s Elected Again
The wife Mötley Crüe founder and drummer Tommy Lee, Brittany Furlan Lee has reacted to the tweet of Donald Trump, in which he said make America great again, through her own hilarious way. Brittany Lee Furlan, a highly active internet personality and a comedian who was declared by Time in 2015 to be one of the most […]
- MetalSucks Community Guidelines
Hey everyone, it’s your favorite moderator in the world here to talk about our community guidelines, expectations, and rationales, as well as to destroy some myths about how we work with FACTS and LOGIC. To get right to it, a fair amount of our commenters are under the impression that MetalSucks is a draconian, free […]
- Rolling Stones Singer Mick Jagger’s Daughter Shares Powerful Message About Racism From Her Neighborhood
The Rolling Stones vocalist Mick Jagger’s daughter and talented model, Georgia May Jagger, took to her official Instagram account to share a new post about the racism issue in America and gained the respect of the community once again. Georgia shared the signs in her neighborhood in Los Angeles which features powerful messages against the […]
- Kamelot Vocalist Tommy Karevik on The MetalSucks Podcast #350
Our guest this week is Kamelot and Seventh Wonder vocalist Tommy Karevik. We discuss all the preparation that went into creating the new Kamelot live album/DVD, I Am The Empire – Live From The 013, getting every special guest that they went after, his childhood love of Michael Jackson, transitioning from being a fan of […]
- Lzzy Hale Celebrates 23th Birthday Of Halestorm By Penning An Heartwarming Open Letter About It
Halestorm frontwoman Lzzy Hale posted several photos of the band members on Instagram to celebrate the 23rd birthday of Halestorm and thanked everyone who supported them throughout the years with an open letter. The American rock band Halestorm was formed by the teen siblings Arejay and Lzzy Hale in late 1997. Their father joined them […]
- Lars Ulrich Explains If They Forced Themselves To Satisfy Metallica Fans While Recording New Albums
Lars Ulrich, the drummer and co-founder of Metallica, has talked about the common thread and the unfaltering attitude of the band within the community in almost 40 years now. Ulrich has given an interview to The Eddie Trunk Podcast in the previous days. During the conversation, he has evaluated nearly 40 years of music past of […]
- Mötley Crüe Icon Confirms He Scammed On Instagram And Says ‘I’m An Idiot’
On Instagram, the former vocalist of Mötley Crüe, John Corabi, posted the photos of a conversation he had with some company online and revealed they actually ripped him off by promising to give his account verification. As you may recall, Mötley Crüe parted ways with their iconic singer Vince Neil in 1992 and they hired […]
- DON DOKKEN Says ‘LARS ULRICH Was Right’ About NAPSTER: ‘He Was A Soothsayer’
In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit’s WRIF radio statio, Don Dokken praised METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich whose band’s image took a tremendous beating in the eyes of music fans after METALLICA launched legal action against the pioneering music file-sharing service Napster in 2000. “The Internet, especially Napster, they killed us,” Don said. “You […]
- KAMELOT Has ‘Too Many Ideas’ For Next Studio Album
In a new interview with “The MetalSucks Podcast”, Tommy Karevik spoke about the progress of the songwriting sessions for KAMELOT’s follow-up to 2018’s “The Shadow Theory” album. The singer said (hear audio below): “We’re kind of far down the line, to be honest. We have a lot of music written, a lot of ideas. I […]
- Corey Taylor: Stone Sour Has ‘Run Its Course for Now’
Goodbye, Stone Sour? Continue reading…
- Watch Full Episodes of the ’90s Bill & Ted Television Series
Getting stoked for Bill & Ted Face the Music? In the mood to whet your appetite for the return of one of metal’s dearest duos… but you’ve already watched Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure and Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey a million times already? Well, maybe this will help: episodes from both the animated AND […]
- Watch METALLICA Perform In Munich During ‘St. Anger’ Tour
METALLICA has posted another video as part of its new concert series, “#MetallicaMondays”, where the band is streaming a complete live show for fans on the group’s YouTube channel and on Facebook every week. The latest concert to be shared was recorded on June 13, 2004 at Olympiastadion in Munich, Germany. The band’s setlist was […]
- IAN PAICE Says Mutual Respect Is Key To DEEP PURPLE’s Longevity
In a new interview with Italy’s Radio Freccia, Ian Paice spoke about DEEP PURPLE’s longevity and the role friendship and mutual respect have played in keeping the band together for so long. “I think it was the stresses and strains that helped create the band, but if those same problems were with us today, we […]
- Gary Holt Shares A New Update About Exodus’ Studio Process To Record New Album
Slayer and Exodus guitarist Gary Holt revealed the new details about the upcoming album of Exodus by sharing a new post on his official Instagram account and excited the whole community once again. As you might recall, Gary unveiled a month ago that he is jamming with the drummer of Exodus, Tom Hunting, in the mountain […]
- TOOL Could ‘Knock Out’ New EP While In Quarantine, Says DANNY CAREY: ‘We Don’t Have A Record Deal Anymore’
On Sunday (August 9), TOOL drummer Danny Carey spoke to SKINNY PUPPY founding member cEvin Key (a.k.a. Kevin Crompton) about how he and his bandmates have been spending their coronavirus downtime. He said (see video below): “TOOL hasn’t been jamming. We’ve been just kind on hiatus. Nothing’s really been happening. But I think it’s time. […]
- It’s Official: METALLICA To Guest On ‘The Howard Stern Show’ This Wednesday
METALLICA will guest on “The Howard Stern Show” on Wednesday, August 12. The band announced its appearance on the long-running talk show airing on SiriusXM satellite radio earlier today. They wrote: “Our great friend, and ever loyal METALLICA supporter, Howard Stern has invited us to pay a virtual visit to his show this Wednesday, August […]
- Poll: How Much Has Corey Taylor’s Solo Material Improved Your Life?
Why is this night different from all other nights? Because on all other nights we ask, “But what does Corey Taylor think?”, and on this night, we ask, “What do YOU think?”. It’s been nearly two weeks since Corey Taylor released his first two solo songs, “CMFT Must Be Stopped” (featuring Tech N9ne and Kid […]
- Mash-Up: Rammstein’s “Du Hast” But It’s “My Love” by Justin Timberlake
For his latest act of mad mash-up magic, YouTube’s William Maranci has smushed together the music from Rammstein’s “Du Hast” with the vocals from Justin Timberlake’s “My Love.” Rammstein music is always sexy, but now it’s romantic, too. Awwww. Enjoy: The post Mash-Up: Rammstein’s “Du Hast” But It’s “My Love” by Justin Timberlake appeared first […]
- Iron Maiden pay tribute to their now deceased long-time producer and engineer Martin Birch
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- Pantera’s Vinnie Paul Memorialized as Texas Rangers Fan Cutout
Perfectly placed for 'getcha' pull' hitters. Continue reading…
- Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Flea Shares The Special Invitation From Kobe Bryant
Flea, who is the iconic bass guitarist of Red Hot Chili Peppers, took to his official Instagram account to share a new photo and unveiled the unknown invitational ticket he got from Los Angeles Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant. Unfortunately, Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna died on January 26, 2020, while they were traveling to […]
- THE DEAD DAISIES To Kick Off 2021 With ‘Get Out Of The House’ European Tour
THE DEAD DAISIES will kick off 2021 with a European headline tour, showcasing the band’s new lineup and eager to perform their first new music for fans since 2018. Support on the trek will come from the U.K. band THOSE DAMN CROWS. “We can’t play for you in 2020, but we are really looking forward […]
- August 2020 Metal Band Rankings by Spotify Monthly Listeners
Welcome back to our monthly column in which we take a look at Spotify’s “monthly listeners” counts and compare several hundred metal bands side by side. For more on why we’re doing this column and the methodology behind it, read this. After the initial downturn in streaming when the pandemic began, numbers increased over the past […]
- Don Dokken Decries Political Correctness After George Lynch Retires Lynch Mob
After Van Halen released their debut album in 1978, they became the unwitting godfathers of hair metal, inspiring scores of oversexed, party-obsessed, shredtastic bands that often took their name from a member of the band. These included Slaughter, Winger, Bon Jovi, Enuff Z’Nuff, L.A. Guns, Guns N’ Roses, and, of course, Dokken, lead by lead […]
- How PANTERA Was Influenced By EXHORDER
In a brand new interview with Poisoned Rock webzine, guitarist Marzi Montazeri of New Orleans-based thrash metal pioneers EXHORDER was asked to comment on his band’s alleged influence on PANTERA’s decision to move from a power metal act to a more aggressive form of thrash. “Look, you’re asking a question from someone that actually was […]
- COREY TAYLOR: ‘STONE SOUR Has Run Its Course For Now’
Corey Taylor says that STONE SOUR has “run its course.” The SLIPKNOT and STONE SOUR frontman, who will release his debut solo album in October, discussed STONE SOUR’s current status during an appearance on “The Green Room With Neil Griffiths” podcast. He said: “I feel like STONE SOUR has kind of run its course for […]
- Refused Release New Song Under Their “Samurai” Alter-Ego
Don’t feel bad if you’d forgotten that Refused will play a fictional band, “Samurai,” in the upcoming video game Cyberpunk 2077… I know I did! The game’s release date has been pushed back multiple times. It’s currently scheduled to be released on November 19, but I’d only be half-surprised if it ultimately got pushed back […]
- Corey Taylor Says Stone Sour are on Indefinite Hiatus
With Corey Taylor focusing on his solo album at the moment and Slipknot having only just begun touring We Are Not Your Kind before the pandemic but the kibosh on that, it makes sense that his other other project, Stone Sour, who last released an album in 2017, would be furthest down the priority list […]
- Nervecell Drummer Bachir Ramadan Injured in Beirut Explosion
Bachir Ramadan, drummer for the Lebanon-based death metal bands Nervecell and InnerGuilt, was one of the 6,000+ people to injured by the massive explosion in Beirut last week, which also left more than 160 people dead. CNN reports that the blast “damaged or destroyed much of the Lebanese capital and was linked to a long-neglected […]
- Queen’s Brian May Says ‘Shocking And Traumatic’ As He Talks On The View Of His Home Town In England
Brian May, the co-founder and the lead guitarist of Queen, has expressed his regrets and anger over the fire in Surrey, England while criticizing the polity of the government about their lack of support. May has unveiled some crucial details about the terrible fire in his home town, Surrey. On his latest post on Instagram, […]
- Dirtbag Republic unveil cover and track list for new upcoming album ‘Tear Down Your Idols’
Dirtbag . The post Dirtbag Republic unveil cover and track list for new upcoming album ‘Tear Down Your Idols’ appeared first on Sleaze Roxx.
- MOTIONLESS IN WHITE Releases ‘Another Life/Eternally Yours: Motion Picture Collection’
MOTIONLESS IN WHITE has unveiled a new EP titled “Another Life/Eternally Yours: Motion Picture Collection”. Produced by Justin Deblieck and mixed by Steve Sopchack, the EP is available now on all streaming platforms. For the project, the acclaimed Scranton, Pennsylvania band reimagined, and reinvigorated two fan-favorite singles: “Another Life” and “Eternally Yours”. Additionally, they included […]
- IRON MAIDEN Pays Tribute To Longtime Producer MARTIN BIRCH: ‘He Was Just Absolutely Brilliant’
British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN have paid tribute to Martin Birch, who died on Sunday, August 9. He was 71. The British music producer, whose nickname was Headmaster, was perhaps best known for his 11-year stint with MAIDEN, serving as the producer and engineer of such classic albums as “Killers”, “The Number Of The […]
- Entombed Vocalist LG Petrov Diagnosed With ‘Uncureable’ Cancer
Fans can help crowdfund the musician's treatment. Continue reading…
- Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider Seems He Doesn’t Care About The Terms In Music Anymore
Twisted Sister legend and also the frontman of the band, Dee Snider, was the latest interview guest of SiriusXM’s ‘Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk’ and exposed his fresh thoughts about the terms in the music industry. As Dee stated, life is too short to care about the ‘hair metal’ tag for him and he does […]
- Eddie Van Halen’s Wife Hints At A New Video Project That Might Be Related Van Halen
The beautiful wife of legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen, Janie Liszewski Van Halen has posted a picture from an unknown upcoming project that may be related to Van Halen and stars her dance partner Louie Martinez. Janie Liszewski Van Halen, an actress who became Van Halen’s publicist in 2007 and married Eddie on June 27, 2009, […]
- Metallica to Perform “Live” Show at Drive-In Theaters Across North America
Now we know why Metallica were rehearsing recently: metal’s reigning kings are getting in on the current trend of drive-ins, a balm for what ails us in these socially distanced times. The band will be pre-recording a live concert at a secret location near their Bay Area headquarters, will have it professionally mixed and edited, […]
- Autographed Guitars From ROBERT PLANT And TONY IOMMI To Be Auctioned For MusiCares
Julien’s Auctions announced today the marquee lineup of items to be sold at MusiCares Charity Relief Auction, taking place Wednesday, September 9 live in Beverly Hills and online at juliensauctions.com with advance online bidding starting Monday, August 17. The items offered by artists, athletes and entertainers include those by Carlos Santana, Eric Clapton, Joan Jett, […]
- The Texas Rangers Are Using a Cardboard Cutout of Vinnie Paul in Their Stands
Cliff Burton’s father is no longer the most famous member of the metal community to make a posthumous appearance as a cardboard cutout in the stands of a MLB game: the Texas Rangers have one of late Pantera/ Hellyeah/ Damageplan drummer Vinnie Paul. In fact, Paul’s presence even made the local news, where it was […]
- THE WHO: ‘Every Album, Every Song’ Book Due In October
“The Who: Every Album, Every Song”, a book examining each one of THE WHO’s studio albums, including 2019’s “The Who”, will be released on October 28 via Sonicbond Publishing. Formed in 1964 and still going strong in 2020, THE WHO is one of the most popular and enduring bands in the history of rock. The […]
- GIL MOORE On Possibility Of New Music From TRIUMPH: ‘It Could Happen’
Legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH reformed their classic lineup of drummer Gil Moore, guitarist/vocalist Rik Emmett and bassist Mike Levine for an invite-only event last November at Moore’s MetalWorks studio in Mississauga (a suburb of Toronto), Ontario, Canada. The reunion — which was taped for the forthcoming documentary “Triumph: Lay It On The Line” — stoked […]
- Motionless in White Issue Classically-Inspired Versions of Songs
Hear two fresh takes on two familiar favorites. Continue reading…
- Refused Record Music for ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Video Game Band
Helping to shape 'Cyberpunk 2077' to come. Continue reading…
- Iron Maiden’s Legendary Producer Has Passed Away, Megadeth Bassist Ellefson Describes His Feelings
David Ellefson, the co-founder and the bassist of Megadeth, has sadly announced the death of Iron Maiden producer Martin Birch and commemorated his memory through a story. Ellefson took Instagram to express his deep sorrows with the death news of the legendary producer Martin Birch. David Ellefson said about him that he produced some of his […]
- Sammy Hagar Announces ‘A Family Emergency’ While Explaining Postponement For A New Lockdown Session
Former vocalist of Van Halen and the current member of The Circle, Sammy Hagar, posted a video on Instagram enjoying a sunny day and responded to a fan’s comment wondering the reason why they postponed the new lockdown session. As you might know, Van Halen’s former frontman Sammy Hagar has been working on his projects […]
- System Of A Down’s Serj Tankian Implies That He’s The Greatest Singer Of All Time
System Of A Down‘s talented vocalist Serj Tankian posted a photo of himself with a goat on Instagram to promote his upcoming EP, ‘Elasticity,’ and the photo seemed to have a hidden meaning implying that Serj was the greatest singer of all time: ‘GOAT.’ Although System Of A Down hadn’t released any new albums since […]
- METALLICA To Play ‘Encore Drive-In Nights’ Show At Drive-In Theaters Across North America
METALLICA has confirmed its return to the stage for the first time since the September 2019 “S&M²” concerts that opened Chase Center in San Francisco. METALLICA will be the first rock band to be featured in the Encore Drive-In Nights series, with a full set showing August 29 at hundreds of drive-in and outdoor theaters […]
