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- Brian May Saddened Queen Fans With A Message From Hospital: “I Hardly Feel Alive”
The legendary guitarist of Queen, Brian May, has updated his official Instagram account to write something about the current state of his mental and physical health. Back to a week ago, Queen guitarist hospitalized after tearing buttocks while gardening but we never read any official statement about his current health status until today. Brian has […]
- RONNIE JAMES DIO Remembered On 10th Anniversary Of His Death
Legendary heavy metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio, best known for his work with BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW and his own band DIO, died of stomach cancer 10 years ago (May 16, 2010) at the age of 67. Dio was renowned throughout the world as one of the greatest and most influential vocalists in heavy metal history. […]
- WHITESNAKE, SEPULTURA, Ex-KISS Guitarists Unite To Cover THE POLICE’s ‘Synchronicity II’ For COVID-19 Relief
Several renowned rock guitar players from around the world gathered (virtually) to record a cover of THE POLICE’s classic “Synchronicity II” in a “quarantine” version. The video will help as a fundraiser for the Red Cross to help fight COVID-19 around the world. The lineup is formed by musicians who have played with some of […]
- Slayer’s Gary Holt Declines A Musical Challenge On Social Media: “I Can’t Do It!”
Trivium frontman Matt Heafy shared a new video on his official Instagram account and challenged Slayer and Exodus guitarist Gary Holt in a unique way. Matt invited and challenged Gary to share his newest riff for the ‘Quarantine Riff War Challenge’ while banging with his killer riffs, and he made his fans excited about Gary’s […]
- ALICE COOPER Releases Uplifting New Single ‘Don’t Give Up’
Legendary rocker Alice Cooper has released a new single, “Don’t Give Up”. Produced by Bob Ezrin using remote technology, the song is a spontaneous reaction to the challenges facing us all right now. Cooper felt the need to talk directly to his fans from isolation in his home where he is working to finish his […]
- Alice Cooper’s Nita Strauss Explains Her Daily Routine As A Guitarist
The talented guitarist of Alice Cooper and one of the most beautiful stars of our community, Nita Strauss, was recently interviewed by James Wood of Guitar World, and she gave a lot of golden-worth advice to the young generation. As stating that the new generation musicians are too lazy to practice for hours, she’s recommending […]
- Watch DEEP PURPLE Rehearse New Single ‘Throw My Bones’ Before Entering Recording Studio
DEEP PURPLE has uploaded a behind-the-scenes look at a live rehearsal session for “Throw My Bones”, the first single from the band’s upcoming studio album “Whoosh!” The video was filmed on April 12, 2019 at the Soundcheck facility in Nashville, Tennessee, approximately two weeks before DEEP PURPLE entered the studio to begin recording the LP. […]
- Dream Theater Icon Mike Portnoy Posts A Photo From The Sad Day In The Portnoy House
The legendary drummer of many bands like Dream Theater and Sons of Apollo, Mike Portnoy, shared a couple of new photos from his home and saddened fans announcing that he sent his longtime used ‘Siamese Monster’ set to the storage. However, Mike also stated that he will not sell the precious stuff. He just wanted […]
- TRAPT Releases Two New Songs, ‘Make It Out Alive’ And ‘Tell Me How You Really Feel’
American rockers TRAPT have released two new songs, “Make It Out Alive” and “Tell Me How You Really Feel”. Both tracks are taken from the band’s upcoming album, “Shadow Work”, which will be released on June 19 via The Label Group/INgrooves. A third single, “Far Enough Away”, will arrive on May 22. The first three […]
- Steel Mountain Crossing and Tiger Claws guitarist Dennis D releases album ‘Secret Files’
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- Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds Saddens Fans With His Heavier Health Problem
The frontman of Imagine Dragons, Dan Reynolds, took to social media to announce the disorder he’s facing amid the quarantine days and shared his feelings to encourage people for fighting against mental health problems. We all know that Dan has been struggling with some mental problems for two years, and he never hid it from […]
- Here Are the Internet’s Best Harm’s Way ‘Running Man’ Memes
A legend is born. Continue reading…
- LAMB OF GOD’s RANDY BLYTHE On Current Political Atmosphere: ‘People Seem To Have Abandoned Common Sense’
In a new interview with SPIN, LAMB OF GOD frontman Randy Blythe was asked why he thinks some bands are so hesitant to criticize the White House in their lyrics. He responded: “Because they’re fucking pussies. How about that? [Laughs] Punk rock, hardcore, metal, it’s always been rooted in social commentary, and not many people […]
- Shred King Michael Angelo Batio Debuts New Song With Chris Adler
Listen to the first song off 'More Machine Than Man.' Continue reading…
- Former KISS Guitarist BRUCE KULICK Admits He Fears Coronavirus Exposure ‘To A Degree’
Former KISS and current GRAND FUNK RAILROAD guitarist Bruce Kulick spoke to Daniel Sarkissian about how he is dealing with the coronavirus crisis and what the touring circuit might look like post-pandemic. “First of all, do I fear the virus? Yeah, I’m 66; I’ve had some health issues in my life, which is not uncommon,” […]
- QUIET RIOT’s FRANKIE BANALI Says Chemotherapy Has ‘Taken’ His Hair But He Remains ‘As Positive As Ever’
QUIET RIOT drummer Frankie Banali, who has been battling stage IV pancreatic cancer for the past year, has thanked everybody who has contributed to the GoFundMe campaign to help with his medical expenses. Earlier tonight, Banali shared a new photo of him via social media and included the following message: “Thank each & everyone of […]
- U.S. Premiere: Pilori’s À Nos Morts
If Napalm Death, All Pigs Must Die, and Terra Incognita-era Gojira had a bastard hate child, that mean lil’ fucker might sound like Pilori. This French wrecking crew’s debut full-length, À Nos Morts (To Our Dead), offers up eleven tracks of cruel, carcinogenic deathgrind with a distinct hardcore influence, all caked in a concrete slab […]
- Serj Tankian Using Songs Intended for System of a Down on Solo EP
You'll still get to hear what Tankian hoped to work on with System. Continue reading…
- DEATH: Previously Unreleased 1995 Concert Recording From Corona, California Now Available
Relapse Records is continuing its DEATH “Non Analog – On Stage Series” with the fourth installment, “Showcase Theater, CA 07-14-1995”. “Showcase Theater, CA 07-14-1995” captures the band live during the “Symbolic” tour at the Showcase Theatre in Corona, California. Track listing: 01. Spiritual Healing 02. The Philosopher 03. Suicide Machine 04. Crystal Mountain 05. Jealousy […]
- ANTHRAX Announces Virtual Clinics, Unveils ‘The Quarantine Drop’ Wear
ANTHRAX’s Charlie Benante, Frank Bello, Scott Ian and Jonathan Donais will helm their own virtual classrooms that will offer programs in songwriting, guitar, bass, drums and questiona-and-answer sessions, all via the Topeka Live platform. Scott will offer a “Guitar Session”, a “Songwriting Session” and a “20 Questions Session”; Frank will present a “Bass Clinic”, a […]
- Watch Former ACCEPT Members UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER, PETER BALTES And STEFAN KAUFMANN Reunite In U.D.O.’s ‘We Are One’ Video
U.D.O., the German metal band led by former ACCEPT frontman Udo Dirkschneider, has collaborated with Das Musikkorps der Bundeswehr, the military band of the German federal armed forces, on an album called “We Are One”, to be released on July 17 via AFM Records/Soulfood Music. The official music video for the “We Are One” title […]
- Ted Nugent’s Wife Shemane Looks Younger Than Her Son On Their Latest Photo
The iconic rock music veteran Ted Nugent’s lovely wife and famous social media influencer, Shemane Nugent, posted a new photo with her son Rocco ‘Moon’ Nugent, and to be honest, she looks even younger than her 30-years-old son. You might already know that Ted Nugent’s wife Shemane uses many special products to keep her skin […]
- Former FLYLEAF Singer LACEY STURM Returns With New Solo Single, ‘The Decree’
Former FLYLEAF vocalist Lacey Sturm has just released a new solo single, “The Decree”, via Followspot Records. A second single, “State Of Me”, will follow later in the year. You can now listen to “The Decree” below. Sturm performed both “The Decree” and “State Of Me” during her fall 2019 tour. Lacey and her husband […]
- Stream The Acacia Strain’s New EP, A
Another month, another two-song EP from The Acacia Strain! The band’s latest gift to fans is called A, and it comes on the heels of the previously released D, E, and C. At this point, I have no idea what the band is spelling, if anything. Pretty much every word I can think of that […]
- U2’s Bono Pens A Long And Unexpected Letter About Kanye West
On a recent Instagram post, U2’s iconic vocalist Bono wrote an emotional letter about famous rap star, Kanye West, and revealed his admiration to him in a classy way. As you can read the letter below, Bono revealed the first time he saw Kanye West, and he remembered that moment by calling it a black story. […]
- CLUTCH And CROWBAR Announce Virtual Concert
CLUTCH will perform a streamed concert titled “Live From The Doom Saloon Volume 1” on May 27. They will be supported remotely by CROWBAR, BLACKTOP MOJO and SAUL. This unique online concert format has been produced in conjunction with Sound Talent Group (STG), and LiveFrom Events and will use cutting-edge streaming technology to close the […]
- Volumes Forge Ahead with New Song and Video, “Pixelate”
Los Angeles-based djenters Volumes have had an extremely eventful last few months, and not in a good way. The band fired perennially loud-mouthed vocalist Gus Farias in December, and less than a month later announced that former vocalist Michael Barr had rejoined the band while Gus’s brother Diego had quit, and they released a new […]
- Guns N’ Roses Star Duff McKagan Warns US Citizens And Government About An Important Issue
The talented bass guitarist of Guns N’ Roses, Duff McKagan, posted a new photo on his verified Instagram account and informed the United States citizens about a serious problem about independent clubs. As Duff McKagan states, the federal government should help the clubs who needed to make them survive during the self-quarantine. Duff claimed that […]
- Trapt Debut Two New Songs, Announce ‘Shadow Work’ Album
Listen to 'Make It Out Alive' and 'Tell Me How You Really Feel.' Continue reading…
- THE ACACIA STRAIN Releases ‘A’ Seven Inch + Digital Single
New England metal titans THE ACACIA STRAIN have just dropped “A”, a new seven-inch and digital release through Rise Records. It features two tracks: “Chhinnamasta” and “Inverted Person”. Singer Vincent Bennett said: “‘Chhinnamasta’, goddess of contradictions. See us through this wave of uncertainly. Guide us into the future. Grant us the strength and knowledge we […]
- A Message From Frankie Banali
Metal Sludge — Below is a brand new message from our dear friend Frankie Banali.———————————————————–I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO THANK EACH & EVERYONE OF YOU WHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO MY HEALTH GOFUNDME. KNOW THAT YOU ARE HELPING IN ME BEING ABLE TO CONTINUE MY MYRIAD OF CANCER TREATMENTS AND PROLONGING MY LIFE. […]
- Taylor Momsen Thrills Her Fans Announcing An Unexpected Project: “It’s Coming On Friday!”
The Pretty Reckless’ frontwoman Taylor Momsen made a new announcement on her official Instagram account and excited the fans with the new project of the band. In the caption of the post, Taylor stated that they will be releasing a new song named ‘Death By Rock N Roll’ on May 15, 2020, and amazed the fans […]
- DEE SNIDER Teases New Single, ‘Prove Me Wrong’
A teaser for Dee Snider’s new single, “Prove Me Wrong”, is available. The song is expected to appear on the TWISTED SISTER frontman’s new solo CD/DVD set, “For The Love Of Metal Live!”, which will arrive this summer via Napalm Records. The concert portion of the effort was recorded during the touring cycle for his […]
- CHESTER BENNINGTON’s Son JAIME BENNINGTON Directs GREY DAZE’s ‘Soul Song’ Video
GREY DAZE, the Phoenix-based rock band that birthed one of the most recognizable voices in modern rock music, Chester Bennington, has released a new single, “Soul Song”, and an accompanying video, which was directed by Bennington’s son Jaime. “Soul Song” is the fourth single to be released from GREY DAZE’s forthcoming album, “Amends’, due on […]
- Mötley Crüe Bassist Nikki Sixx Reveals Why He’s Worried About His Family
Mötley Crüe’s legendary bass guitarist Nikki Sixx explained why he is so worried about his family on Twitter and stated that they are on high alert due to coronavirus outbreak. Today, Nikki made a quick question and answers session and replied to a fan’s tweets. He revealed his feelings about the coronavirus pandemic and stated […]
- POISON’s BRET MICHAELS On Status Of ‘The Stadium Tour’: ‘At The Moment, We Don’t Know’
POISON singer Bret Michaels says that he is still waiting to hear from concert promoter Live Nation about a possible postponement of the band’s “The Stadium Tour” with MÖTLEY CRÜE, DEF LEPPARD and JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS. Most concerts and festivals have been canceled or rescheduled due to the coronavirus pandemic that is sweeping […]
- Chris Adler (Ex-Lamb of God) Guests on New Michael Angelo Batio Track “The Badlands”
Despite recruiting both drummer Chris Adler (ex-Lamb of God) and bassist Victor Wooten, the Nitro reunion didn’t work out. At least in part that was because the band tried to update their sound, but that update really didn’t work because vocalist Jim Gillette lost his glass-shattering shriek, which I imagine was the fault of the […]
- Kurt Cobain’s Widow Courtney Love Showcases Her Body In Black Lingerie At 55
After sending a cryptic photo that may indicate she’s returning to the music industry, Kurt Cobain’s widow Courtney Love posted yet another photo today and mesmerized fans with her perfect body at the age of 55. As you might see the photos she shared below, former Hole star still looks like a bomb wearing black […]
- Fan Photos Adorn Alice Cooper Video for New Song ‘Don’t Give Up’
Alice Cooper sends a message of strength during trying times. Continue reading…
- U.D.O. w/ Das Musikkorps der Bundeswehr unveil video for title track from album ‘We Are One’
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- Frankie Banali spends last three of six weeks hospitalized for reasons incl. tumors in his liver & pancreas
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- Listen To RUSH Perform ‘The Spirit Of Radio’ And ‘Freewill’ From ‘Permanent Waves – 40th Anniversary’ Set
On May 29, UMe/Mercury/Anthem label group continues its extensive RUSH 40th-anniversary album series with a new, imagination-capturing expanded edition of all the magic music that comprises the band’s remarkable 1980 release, “Permanent Waves”. “Permanent Waves”, RUSH’s seventh studio album, was originally released in January 1980, and its forward-thinking music signalled a new direction for the […]
- Ex-Metallica Star Reacts To James Hetfield’s Rare Moment With Dave Mustaine
A Twitter user named ‘MetalMike’ has shared some rare photos of Metallica that was taken after the show in San Francisco, and former Metallica bassist Ron McGovney wrote a simple message over it. The photo is featuring drummer Lars Ulrich, singer James Hetfield, lead guitarist Dave Mustaine, and of course, bassist Ron McGovney. In the […]
- CHESTER BENNINGTON’s Son JAIME BENNINGTON Directs GREY DAZE’s ‘Soul Song’ Video
GREY DAZE, the Phoenix-based rock band that birthed one of the most recognizable voices in modern rock music, Chester Bennington, has released a new single, “Soul Song”, and an accompanying video, which was directed by Bennington’s son Jaime. “Soul Song” is the fourth single to be released from GREY DAZE’s forthcoming album, “Amends’, due on […]
- Why Most People Give Up When Learning to Scream (And How to Overcome It)
Have you tried to scream before but gave up? Maybe you’ve tried to scream along to your favorite songs in the car, but stopped because your throat felt like you swallowed glass. Maybe you’ve recorded yourself but when you listened back to it you cringed SUPER hard. Maybe you’ve been disheartened by YouTube tutorials which […]
- WITHIN TEMPTATION’s SHARON DEN ADEL Says It’s Too Early To Tell If ‘Entertain You’ Single Is Representative Of Next Album
Last week, WITHIN TEMPTATION released a brand new single, “Entertain You”, a surprisingly quick follow-up to the band’s seventh studio album, “Resist”, which came out on February 1, 2019. Asked in a new interview with Heavy New York if “Entertain You” is a good indication of what fans can expect to hear on WITHIN TEMPTATION’s […]
- Pantera Classic Covered By Kid Band Featuring Two Brothers
That's how it's done! Continue reading…
- Michael Jackson’s Daughter Paris Looks Like A Homeless In Recent TBT Video But Happy Too
The model and singer, Paris Jackson, has posted a new TBT video on her official Instagram page and showed off how she was happy during her holiday in Rennes, France. As you can see in the video, Paris is playing guitar and singing at the same time, which looks like she’s having a great time […]
- Hear Wayne Static on New Static-X Song ‘All These Years’
Hear the new song and watch a fun new video. Continue reading…
