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- OZZY OSBOURNE Cancels SXSW Appearance
Following recent cancelations by major corporations, artists, record companies and studios because of the ongoing threat of the coronavirus, Ozzy Osbourne has likewise decided to cancel his appearance at South By Southwest (SXSW). Organizers of SXSW have said that for now the annual music, technology and entertainment festival in Austin, Texas will go on as […]
- Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds Celebrates His Wife’s Birthday In A Romantic Way
Dan Reynolds, who is the singer of Imagine Dragons, has posted an onstage photo of his wife, Aja Wolkman, and celebrated her birthday with a little message on Twitter. If you check out the message, Dan described his wife as ‘powerful and strongest’ woman in the world. Here’s what Dan wrote on Twitter: “Happy birthday […]
- Completely Unreadable Band Logo of the Week: Win a Grab Bag of Metal Goodies!
Congrats to reader Ryan Brewster! Ryan correctly identified last week’s logo as belonging to the band Har, and thus wins a grab bag full of goodies from the MetalSucks Mansion Archives. Mazel tov, Ryan! But don’t be too sad if you lost, ’cause this week I have another killer grab bag of metal goodies to give away! […]
- Mike Portnoy Saddened Fans With A Sad ‘Coronavirus’ Announcement
Former drummer of Dream Theather and current member of Sons Of Apollo, Mike Portnoy, has made a serious statement about the coronavirus outbreak via his official Instagram account. In the recent statement, Sons Of Apollo announced that they have canceled their currently ongoing tours in Europe, Russia, and Ukraine due to the coronavirus outbreak. Here is the […]
- STEVE VAI Praises DAVID LEE ROTH’s Vocal Performance On KISS Tour: ‘He Delivered Like A Boss’
Guitar legend Steve Vai has praised David Lee Roth’s vocal performance on the KISS “End Of The Road” tour, saying that the VAN HALEN frontman “delivered like a boss” at the trek’s Los Angeles stop. Earlier today (Thursday, March 5), Vai took to his Twitter to write: “Decided to go out last night and see […]
- Watch DAVID LEE ROTH Perform In Lincoln
VAN HALEN singer David Lee Roth played as the support act for KISS on February 25 at the Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska. His 11-song set consisted primarily of his old band’s biggest hits, plus “Just Like Paradise”, which was the lead single from Roth’s second solo album, 1988’s “Skyscraper”, as well as a […]
- Listen to DOOM Eternal’s Brutal ‘Metal Choir’ Feat. Static-X, Aborted, Tengger Cavalry + Black Crown Initiate Members
This is insane! Continue reading…
- Asking Alexandria Make You Really Appreciate Anthrax and Bernie Sanders With “Antisocialist”
“What if Ed Sheeran fronted Sum 41?” asked nobody ever. Still, Asking Alexandria have answered that question with their new single, “Antisocialist,” which will presumably end up as Donald Trump’s 2020 campaign theme. It’s a song that will really, really make you appreciate Anthrax’s cover of Trust’s “Antisocial.” My dog threw up while I was […]
- ROBIN MCCAULEY Says Debut BLACK SWAN Album Is ‘The Best Thing” He Has Ever Done
Kyle McGinn of Dead Rhetoric recently conducted an interview with vocalist Robin McAuley (MCAULEY SCHENKER GROUP) about BLACK SWAN, the new project that also features guitarist Reb Beach (WINGER, WHITESNAKE), bassist Jeff Pilson (FOREIGNER, THE END MACHINE, ex-DOKKEN) and drummer Matt Starr (ACE FREHLEY, MR. BIG). A few excerpts from the chat follow below. Dead […]
- Neil Young Shares A Golden-Worth Memorabilia From His Past
The legendary Canadian-American folk-rock star and well-known activist on social media, Neil Young, posted a new photo on his verified Instagram page to expose the golden-worth vinyl, which is ‘Year of the Horse.’ In the statement of the post, Neil said that the ‘Year of The Horse’ album was released on 17 June 1997 for […]
- CHARLIE BENANTE Praises LARS ULRICH’s Drumming: ‘I Love The Way He Would Think In A Song’
ANTHRAX’s Charlie Benante has praised Lars Ulrich’s musicianship, saying that he “loves” the way the METALLICA drummer “would think in a song.” Benante made his comment as part of a Revolver magazine feature on his five favorite drummers. In addition to namechecking Neil Peart (RUSH), Alex Van Halen (VAN HALEN), Jerry Gaskill (KING’S X) and […]
- Is POISON’s BRET MICHAELS The Voice Behind ‘The Masked Singer”s BANANA? Fans Sure Think So
POISON fans are confident that Banana, one of the contestants on Fox’s smash hit “The Masked Singer”, is none other than Bret Michaels. Based on an international hit, “The Masked Singer” features celebrities facing off against one another with one major twist: each singer is shrouded from head to toe in an elaborate costume, complete […]
- Moonsorrow’s Troublesome Relationship with White Supremacism
The Finnish folk/pagan/black metal band Moonsorrow have long been a favorite of MetalSucks. We’ve sponsored their tours, praised their music, promoted them with guest columns, and even defended them against accusations of Nazism — which we were led to believe, at the time, stemmed purely from a resemblance of the design of the letter “S” […]
- Dance Gavin Dance Announce Graphic Novel, ‘The Robot’s Tale’
Dance Gavin Dance have announced their very own a graphic novel. Continue reading…
- Sales of Korn Surgical Masks Drastically Increase in the Wake of the Coronavirus
Will wearing a surgical facemask save you from COVID-19? Well, according to the CDC, no, it won’t: “CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19. You should only wear a mask if a healthcare professional recommends it. A facemask should be used by […]
- Megadeth’s Kiko Loureiro Announces He Decided To Sell His Guitars
Reverb, is a leading website and mobile app for buying and selling old and new music equipment, has shared a new video on their official Youtube channel, and Megadeth lead guitarist Kiko Loureiro has revealed that he decided to sell his music items in a partnership with Reverb. Among the items to be sold are […]
- MATT SORUM’s Autobiography, ‘Double Talkin’ Jive’, Pushed Back To July
Chicago Review Press has pushed back the release date for the “Double Talkin’ Jive: True Rock ‘N’ Roll Stories From The Drummer Of Guns N’ Roses, The Cult, And Velvet Revolver” book from Matt Sorum to July 7 from the previously announced April 7. The official book description reads as follows: “Cocaine smuggling, shoot-outs, and […]
- Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page Shares A Rare Photo Of He’s Wearing Elvis Outfit
Led Zeppelin’s legendary guitarist Jimmy Page posted a really rare photo from 1995 and revealed an interesting ‘On This Day’ story with his followers. Jimmy penned down a little letter about the concert that he played with Robert Plant at the Pyramid Arena, Memphis in 1995. He also mentioned ‘Elvis Presley On Tour’ and his […]
- Paris Jackson Reacts To Claim That Michael Jackson Is Not Her Biological Father
The model and guitar player, Paris Jackson, shared a new casual message on her official Twitter account but she faced a bold claim in the comment section. Here’s one of the most controversial things about Michael Jackson: Did he ever have any biological children? Today, Paris reacted to a claim over that matter after the […]
- MIKE PORTNOY Defends SONS OF APOLLO’s Decision To Postpone Remainder Of European Tour: ‘The Fear Is Absolutely Real’
Mike Portnoy has defended SONS OF APOLLO’s decision to postpone the remaining dates on their current European tour due to mounting concerns of the coronavirus. The band, which features former DREAM THEATER members Portnoy and Derek Sherinian, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (ex-GUNS N’ ROSES), Billy Sheehan (THE WINERY DOGS, MR. BIG, DAVID LEE ROTH) and Jeff […]
- ‘School Of Rock’ Students To Perform On SLIPKNOT’s Inaugural ‘Knotfest At Sea’
School Of Rock, the leader in performance-based music education, is partnering with festival at sea pioneer Sixthman and legendary magazine Modern Drummer, to offer students the exclusive opportunity to perform during the inaugural Knotfest At Sea, August 10-14, hosted by the Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum metal band SLIPKNOT as well as appear as a feature in Modern […]
- DISTURBED Won’t Perform Entire ‘The Sickness’ Album On 20th-Anniversary Tour
DISTURBED frontman David Draiman has confirmed that the band won’t perform its 2000 debut album “The Sickness” in its entirety on “The Sickness 20th Anniversary Tour”. “No, we won’t do the entire album, but we’re going to do a ton of ‘Sickness’ material, deeper cuts, stuff people haven’t heard us play off the record for […]
- Dance With The Devil – BURNING WITCHES
It was obvious from BURNING WITCHES’ 2017 debut album that the Swiss quintet were not in the business of mucking about. The traditional and power metal realms are absurdly overpopulated with bands that favor polish and slickness over rawness and aggression, but as they prove once again on “Dance With The Devil”, this band rips […]
- Phil Campbell premieres ‘Straight Up’ featuring Judas Priest’s Rob Halford
Former Motörhead axeman Phil Campbell has unleashed his new single ‘Straight Up’ featuring vocals from Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford.
- Slipknot cancel Asian tour, including Knotfest Japan, due to coronavirus
Iowan masked metallers Slipknot are the latest band to axe their tour due to coronavirus fears.
- TOOL Fan Who Tested Positive For Coronavirus Attended Band’s Concert In Auckland
According to the New Zealand Herald, a man infected with coronavirus attended the TOOL concert in Auckland on February 28. He may have been infectious at the time. He was in the general admission standing area in the front left-hand quadrant at Spark Arena. The man, the partner of the woman announced as positive on […]
- WHITESNAKE Postpones Japanese Tour Due To Ongoing Threat Of Coronavirus
WHITESNAKE has postponed its previously announced Japanese tour “due to the ongoing threat of the coronavirus.” Earlier tonight, the band released the following statement via social media: “We regret to announce that WHITESNAKE’s Japan Tour which had been scheduled for March has been unavoidably postponed due to the ongoing threat of the Coronavirus. “Currently, we […]
- Dave Mustaine’s Daughter Flaunts Cleavage In Leopard Bikini
Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine’s daughter, Electra Mustaine has shared the new photos of herself on her official Instagram account, mesmerized the fan by her attractive look. As you might see in the photos, Electra appeared on the beach and showed off her flawless body by wearing a stunning leopard-print bikini and a mini jean short. She […]
- Korn Made Surgical Masks, Already Sold Out
Pandemonium! Continue reading…
- Crematory Just Released the Best Video Ever of 2020
I know nothing of Crematory, and frankly I don’t care to learn: to do so would be to ruin everything that is good, holy and innocent about my enjoyment of their latest video, “Rise and Fall.” But I do know this: this video is the best damn thing I’ve seen all year. I went in […]
- Collateral debut ‘Mr Big Shot’ video
After premiering ‘Mr Big Shot’ on Paul Anthony’s breakfast show this morning, fast-ascending rockers Collateral have now debuted the accompanying video.
- Alice In Chains’ Jerry Cantrell Posts A Really Bizarre Video From His Pool
The lead guitarist of Alice In Chains, Jerry Cantrell, has shared a bizarre and cute video from his pool on his official Instagram account and put a smile on his followers’ faces. In the video, we can see that he has unexpected guests in his home. There were two ducks inside the pool and enjoying […]
- Guns N’ Roses Star’s Bombshell Daughter Goes Braless In A Recent Mirror Selfie
Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan’s daughter, Grace McKagan, has posted a new photo of herself on Instagram Stories, stunned admirers by her fascinating appearance. If you look at this photo, Grace appeared in front of a mirror in a bathroom to take a selfie while wearing a white sleeveless crop top and grey tracksuit. […]
- Pop Star Robbie Williams Reveals He Turned Down Queen Vocalist Gig
The Take That singer and solo artist says the thought was ‘too scary.’ Continue reading…
- Robin McAuley hates the term “supergroup” and wouldn’t call the Black Swan members that
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- 2020 Record Store Day Rock + Metal Guide
Which ones will you add to your collection? Continue reading…
- Geoff Tate Thinks Queensryche Drummer Scott Rockfield Has “A Lot of Medical Problems”
Last time former Queensryche vocalist / Bert from Sesame Street lookalike Geoff Tate opined publicly on the situation between his former band and their original drummer, Scott Rockenfield, he surmised the two parties were involved in a lawsuit. “He’s in kind of a really dark place, and I hope he gets some help,” he said, […]
- OZZY OSBOURNE Cancels SXSW Appearances
Following recent cancelations by major corporations, artists, record companies and studios because of the ongoing threat of the coronavirus, Ozzy Osbourne has likewise decided to cancel his upcoming appearance at South By Southwest (SXSW). Organizers of SXSW have said that for now the annual music, technology and entertainment festival in Austin, Texas will go on […]
- OZZY OSBOURNE Was ‘Terrified’ SHARON Would Leave Him After Learning Of His Infidelities
Ozzy Osbourne says that he was “terrified” his wife Sharon would leave him after she learned of his extramarital affairs four years ago. After Ozzy’s affair with celebrity hairstylist Michelle Pugh was made public in May 2016, he underwent therapy for sex addiction. Sharon and Ozzy later reconciled and they even renewed their vows. Asked […]
- DAVE GROHL On ‘What Drives Us’ Documentary: ‘Every Band That You Have Ever Seen Has Probably Started Out In A Van’
On Tuesday, March 3, Dave Grohl of the FOO FIGHTERS spoke to DC101’s “Elliot In The Morning” about his upcoming documentary, “What Drives Us”. The film finds Grohl exploring the mindset that compels musicians to leave behind everything and spend several months touring the country in a tiny van. According to a press release, the […]
- JOURNEY’s NEAL SCHON And JONATHAN CAIN ‘Don’t Want To Have Anything To Do With’ STEVE SMITH And ROSS VALORY
An attorney for JOURNEY guitarist Neal Schon and keyboardist Jonathan Cain says that they “don’t want to have anything to do with” the band’s former drummer Steve Smith and bassist Ross Valory anymore. This past Tuesday, Schon and Cain filed a lawsuit against Smith and Valory, who have been members of JOURNEY on and off […]
- LAMB OF GOD’s MARK MORTON: ‘It’s Been A Really Awesome Experience Bringing’ New Drummer ART CRUZ ‘Into The Fold’
Richmond, Virginia-based metallers LAMB OF GOD will release their new, self-titled album, on May 8 via Epic Records in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast Records in Europe. The follow-up to 2015’s “VII: Sturm Und Drang” marks LAMB OF GOD’s first recordings with Art Cruz, who joined the band last year as the replacement for the […]
- Three Reasons Why Metal is More Than Just Music
There’s a whole lot to love about metal: either you love it or you don’t, and something inside of you is awakened when you hear the chug of distorted guitars, relentless blast beats, stomach-churning guttural growls, and a cacophony of other unholy noises. But for fans of the most extreme form of music, it’s more […]
- Watch 9-Year-Old Jump on Bar Screaming Pantera’s ‘Walk’
Re! Spect! Continue reading…
- MOTÖRHEAD’s Premium Dark Rum Wins Prestigious Award
Motörhead Spirits has announced its Gold Award win at The Spirit Business’s prestigious Rum & Cachaça Masters 2020, for Motörhead Premium Dark Rum in the “Rum Aged 7-12 Years” category. Uncompromising, iconic and innovative — three of the values at the core of legendary rock band MOTÖRHEAD — now extend beyond the stage with their […]
- Saxon’s Biff Byford details ‘School of Hard Knocks’ album & unleashes lead single
Saxon frontman Biff Byford will release his debut solo album ‘School of Hard Knocks’ on Friday 21st February via Silver Lining Music.
- Anthrax Icon Scott Ian Having Bubble Ball Fight With Corey Taylor
Anthrax’s rhythm guitarist and co-founder, Scott Ian, has shared a really interesting video of himself with Slipknot’s Corey Taylor via his official Instagram page and revealed a very funny moment of them. In the recent video, Scott Ian was having a great time with Corey Taylor in the garden of the house. They were having […]
- Australian AC/DC Fans Break Air Guitar World Record
More than 3,500 people played air guitar to an AC/DC classic at this year’s Perth Festival, setting a new Guinness World Record for the world’s “biggest air guitar gathering.” On Sunday, March 1, Australian air guitar champion Alex Roberts — a.k.a. “Jinja Assassin” — led 3,722 rock fans as they strummed to a recording of […]
- Drummer Chris Slade Has Had “No Indication” That He’s out of AC/DC
It would appear that everyone knows that drummer Chris Slade has been ousted from AC/DC save for Chris Slade. To quickly recap AC/DC long and complicated history with drummers: Phil Rudd joined the band for their second album, 1975’s T.N.T., and performed on all of their subsequent albums up to and including 1983’s Flick of […]
