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- Metallica’s Late Bassist Will Be Honored With “Cliff Burton Day”
Metallica’s late bassist Cliff Burton will be honored with a “Cliff Burton Day” on February 10 in Castro Valley, California. The honour came after a Change.org petition pushed to recognise Burton’s birthday in his hometown. Metallica shared an announcement on Twitter as follows: “It’s official! The Board of Supervisors from Alameda County has just proclaimed […]
- Machine Head Frontman Calls 1983 Metallica Gig His ‘Beatles Moment’
Robb Flynn sat down for an episode of ‘Speak N’ Destroy,’ a podcast about all things Metallica. Continue reading…
- AC/DC: 5 Bass Players Who Should Audition To Replace Cliff Williams
AC/DC’s bass lines aren’t the most complex, but you still need to be awesome to play them. Continue reading…
- Five Finger Death Punch + Shinedown Reunite for Late Spring 2018 Tour
Starset and Bad Wolves are also joining in what should be a great spring tour package. Continue reading…
- New KXM Album is ‘Better Than The First Two,’ Says GEORGE LYNCH
KXM, the band featuring bassist/vocalist Doug “dUg” Pinnick (KING’S X), guitarist George Lynch (LYNCH MOB, DOKKEN) and drummer Ray Luzier (KORN), is wrapping up the recording process for its third album at Steakhouse Studio in North Hollywood, California. The LP, which is being tracked with producer/engineer Chris Collier — who also helmed the group’s first […]
- Ex-DIO Guitarist ROWAN ROBERTSON ‘Would Love’ To Release RONNIE JAMES DIO Rehearsal Recordings
Former DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson says that he “would love” to release songs that were written during the sessions for the band’s “Lock Up The Wolves” album that didn’t make the final record. Robertson, who was 17 years old when he joined the legendary singer, was asked by The Metal Voice at last month’s NAMM […]
- Loudness unable to play Monsters of Rock Cruise and Puerto Rico show due to “unforeseen circumstances”
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- 10 Times Marilyn Manson Was Protested Against
Protestors still picket outside the Antichrist Superstar’s shows to this day. Continue reading…
- San Francisco Giants Announce 6th Annual Metallica Night, Plus News on Dee Snider, Kamelot + More
Plus a preview of new Dee Snider music, news on a Kamelot lineup change, a Geezer Butler honor + a cool upcoming John 5 and the Creatures show in Wire-to-Wire. Continue reading…
- Love/Hate singer Jizzy Pearl reminisces about his van with no working gas gauge in the late ’80s
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- ULI JON ROTH’s Younger Brother ZENO ROTH Dead At 61
Zeno Roth, the younger brother of legendary German guitarist Uli Jon Roth (SCORPIONS), passed away on Monday (February 5). He was 61 years old. Uli said in a statement: “[Zeno] died in his sleep after years of illness and finally moved on to a much better place. “Speaking on behalf of all his family and […]
- Smashing Pumpkins Members Dismiss Bassist Concerns
The band’s members play along with the speculation of who will handle bass duties for the group, downplaying the situation. Continue reading…
- LOVE/HATE’s JIZZY PEARL To Release ‘All You Need Is Soul’ Solo Album In May
The unmistakable voice from one of the most loved hard rock bands of the early 1990s is returning this spring. Jizzy Pearl of LOVE/HATE is back with his new solo album, “All You Need Is Soul”. This highly anticipated studio release will be made available May 11 via Frontiers Music Srl. “In my opinion, this […]
- Zakk Wylde on The MetalSucks Podcast #224
We talk about Black Label Society’s newest record Grimmest Hits, his recent debilitating sickness while on tour, the humor he brings to his Twitter account, his thoughts on retirement, his coffee endeavor with the Death Wish Coffee brand, his involvement on a possible new Ozzy record, the final tour with Ozzy, and how he reacted […]
- Comedian Bill Burr on Seeing Meshuggah Live: “A Fucking Life-Altering Experience”
“I can’t say enough how fucking unbelievable that band is. And you’re doing yourself a disservice as a human being if you never see them live.” The post Comedian Bill Burr on Seeing Meshuggah Live: “A Fucking Life-Altering Experience” appeared first on MetalSucks.
- DREAM THEATER’s JOHN PETRUCCI On New Year’s Eve Photo With MIKE PORTNOY: ‘It’s Good To Maintain Good Relationships’
DREAM THEATER guitarist John Petrucci says that fans shouldn’t read anything into his recent encounter with Mike Portnoy, explaining that he continues to maintain a “good relationship” with his former bandmate. Portnoy, who co-founded DREAM THEATER more than 30 years ago, abruptly quit the band in September 2010 while on tour with AVENGED SEVENFOLD. He […]
- W.E.T. release new song “Urgent” for streaming
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- FOO FIGHTERS Ban Odd Assortment Of Items From Concerts
According to The Pulse Of Radio, FOO FIGHTERS are having fun with their tour requirements again, this time posting a list of prohibited items at their shows that features some decidedly suspect inclusions. While sensible things like glass containers and weapons make the list, also barred from the FOO FIGHTERS shows are such items as […]
- W.E.T. Feat. JEFF SCOTT SOTO: Audio Visualizer For ‘Urgent’ Song
An audio visualizer for the song “Urgent” from the Swedish/American melodic hard rock supergroup W.E.T., which features vocalist Jeff Scott Soto (SONS OF APOLLO, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA, TALISMAN), guitarist/vocalist Erik Martensson (ECLIPSE, NORDIC UNION, AMMUNITION) and guitarist Robert Säll (WORK OF ART), can be seen below. The track is taken from W.E.T.’s third album, “Earthrage”, which […]
- POISON Announces U.S. Tour With CHEAP TRICK, POP EVIL
Music fans wanting a little variety with their summer tour package will get that very thing with the “Poison…Nothin’ But A Good Time 2018” tour. Iconic rock band POISON, with all original members, will be joined by CHEAP TRICK and POP EVIL on its trek across the U.S. this summer. The tour is set to […]
- Ex-Guns N’ Roses Steven Adler to perform ‘Appetite For Destruction’ in its entirety with Adler’s Appetite
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- Dokken to release ‘Return To The East Live (2016)’ via Frontiers Music Srl on April 20th
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- METALLICA Covers BARÓN ROJO Classic At Madrid Concert (Video)
Robert Trujillo and Kirk Hammett performed a cover of BARÓN ROJO’s “Los Rockeros Van Al Infierno” during METALLICA’s February 5 concert in Madrid, Spain. Fan-filmed video footage of their rendition can be seen below. BARÓN ROJO is a Spanish heavy metal band which had some international success in the 1980s. The band’s original lineup included […]
- Stone Sour: Corey Taylor Offers Update on Josh Rand
The guitarist is “doing really, really well.” The post Stone Sour: Corey Taylor Offers Update on Josh Rand appeared first on MetalSucks.
- Documentary About Former FAITH NO MORE Singer CHUCK MOSLEY In The Works
Director Drew Fortier has announced his latest project, a documentary about the former FAITH NO MORE singer Chuck Mosley. The film was initially conceived as a narrative on the musician’s then-burgeoning comeback, and Chuck originally agreed to the project through a typically irreverent voicemail. While Drew played a handful of shows on guitar for Mosley […]
- If These Classic Video Games Were About Metal…
Includes Metallica, Killswitch Engage, Children of Bodom, Danzig, Converge, and many more. The post If These Classic Video Games Were About Metal… appeared first on MetalSucks.
- Corey Taylor: Stone Sour’s Josh Rand is ‘Doing Really, Really Well’ in Treatment
Last week, it was revealed by Stone Sour that guitarist Josh Rand had entered a treatment center for unspecified reasons. Continue reading…
- James Hetfield Reveals Whom He Wants To Be Alike In His 70
In a recent part of MetClub Exclusive “So What!” video series, Metallica frontman James Hetfield explained whom he wants to be alike in his aged 70. Here’s the statement (transcriped by Ultimate-Guitar): “Queen has been a huge inspiration in the early days for me, especially Brian May. Just watching Brian May… There was a moment in […]
- Stryper to release new studio album ‘God Damn Evil’ on April 20th
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- COREY TAYLOR To Perform ‘Fashion’ For ‘The Howard Stern Tribute To David Bowie’
SLIPKNOT and STONE SOUR frontman Corey Taylor will share a very special performance of David Bowie’s “Fashion” this Friday, February 9 during “The Howard Stern Tribute To David Bowie”. The one-of-a-kind musical tribute hosted by Bowie’s longtime producer Tony Visconti will feature 25 unique artists interpreting the innovative and timeless music of David Bowie. “The […]
- Poison + Cheap Trick Team Up for 2018 North American Tour
This tour promises to be ‘Nothin’ But a Good Time.’ Continue reading…
- IRON MAIDEN’s NICKO MCBRAIN On Why He Doesn’t Play Double-Bass Drums: ‘I’m Just A Lazy, Old-Fashioned Git’
Australian Musician editor Greg Phillips conducted an interview with IRON MAIDEN drummer Nicko McBrain at last month’s NAMM show in Anaheim, California. You can now watch the chat below. Asked once again why he has steadfastly refused to incorporate a double-bass setup into his playing technique, McBrain said: “The way I grew up playing, being […]
- FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Announces Spring 2018 Tour Dates With SHINEDOWN
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH will return to the road this spring for select North American co-headlining dates with past tour mates SHINEDOWN to surround their performances at some of the biggest U.S. festivals, including Carolina Rebellion and Welcome To Rockville. The bands are bringing along a very special support package: modern rock powerhouse STARSET, which […]
- Jamey Jasta Unveils “Robb Flynn Is My Favorite Rapper” Shirts
There’s no moral to this t-shirt, read the lines in-between. The post Jamey Jasta Unveils “Robb Flynn Is My Favorite Rapper” Shirts appeared first on MetalSucks.
- Did Stryper Break One of the Ten Commandments With New Album Title?
We’re not theistic experts, but this is a bit odd. Continue reading…
- MYLES KENNEDY Announces U.S. Tour; BLABBERMOUTH.NET Presale Available
Myles Kennedy will embark on a U.S. tour in May. He will be promoting his debut solo album, “Year Of The Tiger”, which will be released on March 9 via Napalm Records. The effort was helmed by ALTER BRIDGE’s longtime producer Michael “Elvis” Baskette. A special BLABBERMOUTH.NET presale will begin on Wednesday, February 7 at […]
- A Perfect Circle Release New Song +Release Date Of New Album Revealed
A Perfect Circle’s new album “Eat The Elephant” will be released on April 20 via BGR. They has shared new song called “TalkTalk”, which track taken from new album. Maynard James Keenan stated via press release: “Although I’m extremely excited to finally be completing this album after a 14-year hiatus, I’m actually more excited that […]
- STEVEN ADLER On Getting Kicked Out Of GUNS N’ ROSES: I Was So Heartbroken, I Wanted To Die
Steven Adler says that his “heart was so broken” after he was fired from GUNS N’ ROSES that he just “wanted to die.” Adler, who was famously kicked out of GUNS N’ ROSES in 1990 for his rampant drug use, spoke about his dismissal from the band during a recent appearance on “Mom, It’s Not […]
- Stone Sour’s Corey Taylor says Josh Rand is doing ‘really well’ at treatment centre
Corey Taylor has given fans an update about his Stone Sour band mate Josh Rand.
- Rivers of Nihil Announce New Album, Premiere New Song
Sometimes you wanna go where all the owls know your name… The post Rivers of Nihil Announce New Album, Premiere New Song appeared first on MetalSucks.
- Rob Scallon Wrote a Metal Song That Only Goes Up or Down in Half-Steps
Oulipo-riffic. The post Rob Scallon Wrote a Metal Song That Only Goes Up or Down in Half-Steps appeared first on MetalSucks.
- APOCALYPTICA Announces May 2018 U.S. Tour
On May 10, 1996, Finnish rockers APOCALYPTICA released their epic debut, “Plays Metallica By Four Cellos”. The instrumental cello-driven rock opus changed the landscape of heavy music for years to come. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the album, the group re-released it, remastered with three bonus tracks, in 2016. The band has been touring […]
- Iron Maiden Drummer Explains Why He Don’t Use Double Bass Drums
Speaking in a recent interview made by Australian Musician, Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain explained why he don’t use double bass drums. He said: “The way I grew up playing, being inspired by… I know Mooney [The Who’s Keith Moon] had two bass drums, but contrary to belief, he didn’t use the left one. He only […]
- In This Moment Book April 2018 Dates With The Word Alive + Ded
The impressive bill will hit venues in the western U.S. Continue reading…
- Dying Fetus + Thy Art Is Murder Book Spring 2018 Co-Headlining Tour
Time to open up this pit. Continue reading…
- James Hetfield Returns To Instagram: Here’s His First Photo After 5 Years
Metallica frontman James Hetfield abandoned his Instagram account years ago. And now he’s back. He announced that he would start using Instagram actively. He shared a statement that stating why he return to the Instagram. “Wow! The love in your comments is overwhelming. I am very moved by it. Thank you all. Very grateful to […]
- Steve Adler Recalls His Firing From Guns N’ Roses
Check out an interview from the ‘Mom, It’s Not the Devil’s Music!’ podcast. Continue reading…
- Modern Metal: 7 Awesome Bands That Have Risen in the Current Millennium
Heavy metal rock has seen its fair share of ups and downs with some decades featuring high record sales while others have seen a sharp slump. This genre of rock originated from the United Kingdom but quickly took root in the United states, Canada and See Playlist & Show Notes
- Listen To New AUGURY Song ‘Mater Dolorosa’
Montreal-based progressive death metallers AUGURY will release their third full-length album, “Illusive Golden Age”, on March 30 through The Artisan Era. The stunning cover art for the follow-up to “Fragmentary Evidence” was designed by renowned artist Filip Ivanović, who created last year’s ORIGIN album art. AUGURY enlisted CRYPTOPSY guitarist Chris Donaldson at The Grid Studios […]
