Today’s Digest of Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, and Hair Bands News and Reviews from PariahRocks.com
- Slash Opens Up About The First Show He Ever Did In Front Of People As He Introduces His New Signature String Sets
During a recent interview, Guns N’ Roses icon Slash talked about his experience going on stage for the first time and recalled how his father encouraged him to perform and the way that he felt when he started playing in front of ‘more than two people.’ As you probably know, Ernie Ball is one of the most […]
- Gene Simmons Reveals The Setlist Of The Upcoming KISS Show In His Video From The Rehearsals
KISS’ bassist and co-lead singer, Gene Simmons, posted a video on his Twitter account and shared details about their upcoming show in a magical place on New Year’s Eve which will also be broadcasted live. As you probably know, Gene Simmons is quite active on social media, and he often uses his Twitter account to […]
- Shark Island release lyric video for track “Butterfly”
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- PAUL STANLEY On KISS’s New Year’s Eve Concert: ‘We Have Never Been Known For Our Subtlety, And We’re Not Going To Start Now’
KISS recently announced a New Year’s Eve concert at the Atlantis resort in Dubai. Landmarks Live Presents will produce the show live from The Royal Beach at Atlantis Dubai. The producers claim the event, which will apparently attempt to set the world’s record for largest pyro, will be filmed with more than 50 cameras and […]
- Avril Lavigne Excites Fans By Revealing Her Collaboration With Machine Gun Kelly For A New Song
Pop Punk Queen Avril Lavigne shared a post on her official Instagram page announcing that she will be collaborating with the famous rapper Machine Gun Kelly on a brand new song which will be released in 2021. As you may know, Avril Lavigne has been working with producer and Goldfinger frontman John Feldmann as she […]
- Lars Ulrich: New Metallica Album Is the ‘Heaviest,’ Best One Yet
It's coming along. Continue reading…
- VIO-LENCE To Begin Recording Comeback EP In January
Reunited San Francisco Bay Area thrashers VIO-LENCE will enter Trident Studios in Pacheco, California on January 18 to begin recording their new EP, tentatively due in late summer via Metal Blade Records. Helming the sessions will be producer Juan Urteaga, who has previously worked with TESTAMENT, MACHINE HEAD and EXODUS, among many others. Singer Sean […]
- JOURNEY To Headline 2021 Edition Of LOLLAPALOOZA
Legendary rockers JOURNEY will headline the 2021 edition of Lollapalooza’s flagship event in Chicago. The news of JOURNEY’s participation in the festival was broken by guitarist Neal Schon during an appearance earlier today (Wednesday, December 30) on SiriusXM’s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk”. Speaking about JOURNEY’s return to the road after more than a year […]
- Frontline unveil new single “Keep It A Secret”
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- Poppy Is the 2020 Artist of the Year
Poppy breaks down her monumental 2020. Continue reading…
- Mark Knopfler Recalls The Backstory Of His Hit From ‘Golden Heart’ Album
Dire Straits guitarist Mark Knopfler uploaded a new video on his official Instagram account recalling the day he released the ‘Cannibals’ song and revealed the story of how he came up with one of his most famous solo releases. Back in 1996, Mark Knopfler released his debut solo album named ‘Golden Heart,’ which managed to […]
- Paul Stanley Reacts To A Rare Footage Of Eddie Van Halen: ‘Reminder Of The Real Hero We Lost’
KISS rhythm guitarist Paul Stanley reposted the heartwarming video of late Van Halen frontman Eddie Van Halen while he was paying a visit to Jason Becker on his official Twitter page and praised Eddie for his kind act. As you may recall, Jason Becker, one of the most inspirational guitarists of all time, shared a […]
- LARS ULRICH: METALLICA’s Best Record Is ‘Still Ahead Of Us’
In the latest issue of Classic Rock magazine, METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich promised the follow-up to 2016’s “Hardwired…To Self Destruct” will be the best album he and his bandmates have ever made. “It’s the heaviest thing, the coolest,” Ulrich said. “But all kidding aside, if it wasn’t because we thought that the best record was […]
- Eddie Vedder’s Wife Reveals Her Family Members’ COVID-19 Test Results And Responds To The Backlash She Received From Her Fans
Pearl Jam lead vocalist Eddie Vedder’s wife Jill Vedder shared a post on her official Instagram page making an explanation about her sister’s COVID-19 test result due to the criticism she got over a dancing video. As many of you may know, Eddie and Jill Vedder have been one of the celebrities who have been cautious […]
- FOO FIGHTERS Tease ‘No Son Of Mine’ Single
FOO FIGHTERS will release a new single, “No Son Of Mine”, on New Year’s Eve. The track, which can be previewed below, will appear on the band’s upcoming 10th studio album, “Medicine At Midnight”, due on February 5, 2021 via Roswell Records/RCA Records. “Medicine At Midnight” is a nine-song, 37-minute effort which was produced by […]
- Here Is The First Look At Massive Pyro For KISS’s New Year’s Eve Concert
KISS will “Kiss 2020 Goodbye” with a virtual concert live from Dubai on New Year’s Eve. Landmarks Live Presents will produce the show live from The Royal Beach at Atlantis. The producers claim the event, which will attempt to set the world’s record for largest pyro, will be filmed with more than 50 cameras and […]
- Whitesnake Family Did Not Forget Cozy Powell’s Birthday And Celebrate It With A Simple Message
David Coverdale, the founder of the popular English band Whitesnake, recently posted a photo on his band’s official Instagram account and paid tribute to Whitesnake’s successful and beloved late drummer Cozy Powell. Whitesnake is an English hard rock band formed in 1978 by David Coverdale after his departure from Deep Purple. Coverdale often uses Whitesnake’s […]
- Ace Frehley Reveals That He Will Not Be Appearing With KISS At Their New Year’s Eve Concert
KISS original lead guitarist and co-founding member Ace Frehley shared a post on his official Twitter page announcing that he was not asked and will not be performing with KISS for their New Year’s Eve Concert in Dubai. As many of you may know, Ace Frehley left KISS in 1982 after working with them for […]
- MGK’s ‘Tickets to My Downfall’ Album Transformed Into Lullabies
From 'bloody valentine' to sleepy time. Continue reading…
- KK’s Priest, Featuring ex-Judas Priest Guitarist KK Downing, Planning New Album and Tour in 2021
In February of this year, the Before Times, when beef between Judas Priest members seemed like the biggest tragedy to befall us in generations, the band’s former guitarist, K.K. Downing, announced the launch of a new outfit dubbed KK’s Priest. The new entity also consists of ex-Priest vocalist Tim “Ripper” Owens, former drummer Les Binks […]
- Duff McKagan Admits That He Looks Like A Mess While Thanking Wilmer Valderrama For All He Did For US Veterans
Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan recently posted a photo of himself wearing his ‘E Pluribus Unum’ workout outfit on his Instagram account and thanked the famous actor Wilmer Valderrama for his immense support to the veterans. As you probably know, Duff McKagan is an active user of social media, and often enjoys sharing sneak […]
- Dee Snider Ends The Alleged Fight With Sebastian Bach As He Reminds His Support During The ‘Darkest Period Of His Career’
Twisted Sister’s frontman Dee Snider posted a series of tweets on Twitter after having a heated argument with Skid Row’s Sebastian Bach, and responded to the allegations about their tumultuous relationship over the course of their careers. As you may remember, Dee Snider recently made it to the headlines with his bold claims considering the derogatory […]
- Watch Pro-Shot Video Of GUNS N’ ROSES Performing Cover Of SOUNDGARDEN’s ‘Black Hole Sun’
GUNS N’ ROSES has released video footage of the band’s October 2019 performance at the Exit 111 festival in Manchester, Tennessee. The 32-minute clip is part of the GN’R web series dubbed “Not In This Lifetime Selects” featuring highlights from the four-year “Not In This Lifetime” tour. Featured songs: 01. Live And Let Die (WINGS […]
- Roger Waters Sends A Public Message For An Oil Industry Company Chevron To Disbar Innocent Protesters
Pink Floyd guitarist Roger Waters took his verified Twitter account to share a new post and called out to the officials about the incorrect judgment about lawyer Steven Donziger. As you may know, Donzinger stood up to an oil giant, Chevron, and the case he won against the company led them to withdraw their operations […]
- Joe Bonamassa Says He Owes A Lot To Eric Clapton For His Contributions During A Life-Changing Moment
Blues-rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa spoke in a recent interview with The Eddie Trunk Podcast and talked about one of the most important days of his career referring to a particular moment with the blues and rock guitarist Eric Clapton. As you may recall, back in 2009, Joe Bonamassa appeared at London’s Royal Albert Hall and […]
- Legendary Danish Studio Used By JUDAS PRIEST, GARY MOORE And MESHUGGAH Destroyed In Fire
The legendary Danish studio where JUDAS PRIEST recorded parts of its “Ram It Down” album has been destroyed in a fire (see photos from Pressefotos.dk below). According to Foreigner.fi, the Puk Recording Studios complex, located in Gjerlev, north of the city of Randers, in western Denmark, burned down early Monday (December 28). It was not […]
- ALICE COOPER, ROGER DALTREY, SAMMY HAGAR, JOE PERRY, Others Featured In ‘Rock Camp: The Movie’
“Rock Camp: The Movie” from filmmaker Doug Blush will be released in January. Summer camp meets “Spinal Tap” as we journey to Rock’ N’ Roll Fantasy Camp, where dreamers from across America and around the world gather to shred with their heroes — and learn to rock like the legends. Rock Camp is an institution […]
- Mudvayne Rumored to Be Plotting Reunion Tour
WolverineKills, a heavy metal social media channel and rumor mill (and former website), is reporting that Mudvayne are plotting a reunion tour. No evidence or sources have been provided, but it’s worth noting that WolverineKills has accurately reported rumors of major stories in the past, including Jay Weinberg inheriting the Slipknot drum throne, the 2015 […]
- Foo Fighters Shares A Sneak Peek Video Of Their Upcoming Album And Hints At An Earlier Release
The official Instagram page of Foo Fighters shared a post announcing that their tenth studio album named ‘Medicine at Midnight’ may be released sooner than its original release date in addition to giving a little taste from the album. ‘Medicine at Midnight’ is the upcoming tenth studio album by Foo Fighters which was originally going […]
- Marilyn Manson Displays His Mugshot-Themed Photoshoot And Hints At The Release Of A New Limited Edition Merch
Iconic singer Marilyn Manson posted new pictures of himself via his official Instagram account from a recent photoshoot and revealed a release date for his mysterious new project. As you may recall, back in September 2020, Marilyn Manson released his eleventh studio album, ‘We Are Chaos,’ and he had been promoting the album on social media for […]
- ‘Star Wars’ Oscar Isaac Played in Ska Bands Before He Was Famous
From skankin' to Poe Dameron. Continue reading…
- KLAUS MEINE Says Rumor That CIA Wrote SCORPIONS’ ‘Wind Of Change’ Shows How Powerful Music Can Be
SCORPIONS singer Klaus Meine says that the suggestion that the group’s classic ballad “Wind Of Change” was written by the CIA “shows how powerful music can be.” Meine and his bandmates have always maintained that they wrote “Wind Of Change” after performing at 1989’s Moscow Music Peace Festival in Moscow, where they shared the stage […]
- Avenged Sevenfold Singer Explains Decision to Hold Off on Release
'We’re going to make sure we can play it live and people are going to be excited about it,' says the singer. Continue reading…
- Filmmaker Ron Sobol recalls David Lee Roth making fun of Quiet Riot at a concert in 1984
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- Whether Freddie Mercury Has Ever Suspected He’s HIV Positive Before 1987 Is Revealed By His Assistant
One of the biggest fan pages of the late Queen frontman Freddie Mercury shared a rare interview of Mercury’s personal assistant Peter ‘Phoebe’ Freestone unveiling if Freddie was aware of being HIV positive before being diagnosed back in 1987. As many of you may know, the iconic lead singer Freddie Mercury wasn’t diagnosed with AIDS until […]
- QUEENSRŸCHE: Unauthorized Biography Due In Late 2021
For almost 40 years, QUEENSRŸCHE has been hailed as one of the forefathers of American progressive hard rock and metal music. But the band’s complete story has never been told — until now. NW Metalworx Music has announced it will publish the first-ever QUEENSRŸCHE biography in late 2021, as part of the NW Metalworx book […]
- Hessler to release new album and video on January 1st
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- DISTURBED’s DAVID DRAIMAN Says COVID-19 Is ‘A Very Real Thing’
DISTURBED frontman David Draiman spoke to “That Jamieson Show” over the summer about how he has been dealing with the coronavirus crisis. In the interview, which has just been uploaded to YouTube, the singer offered his prediction on what the concert industry will look like post-pandemic, saying: “I’m confident as hell that once there is […]
- AVENGED SEVENFOLD Is ‘In The Middle’ Of Recording ‘Over-The-Top, Eclectic And Wild’ New Album
AVENGED SEVENFOLD frontman M. Shadows spoke to Kerrang! magazine abut the status of the band’s long-awaited follow-up to 2016’s “The Stage” album. “We’ve been writing a record for a while, and most of it was already written [before the coronavirus pandemic],” he said. “But then we kinda took a break on it, and then it […]
- Toque featuring frontman Todd Kerns release video for cover of Sheriff’s “When I’m With You”
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- Snider + Bach Argue Over ‘Heavy Metal’ Being a Derogatory Term
And in the end they both expressed nothing but love for each other. Continue reading…
- Lamb of God’s Mark Morton Shares Charming Instagram DMs
Lest one need a reminder that the Internet can be a truly horrendous place, Lamb of God guitarist Mark Morton has shared some of the DMs he has received on Instagram. You can check those out below. Less-than-kind DMs aside, Morton has had a big year: Lamb of God released a new, self-titled album, AND […]
- Watch the Rock Star-Filled Trailer for ‘Rock Camp’ the Movie
Cooper, Hagar, Simmons and more take you to camp. Continue reading…
- Queen’s Brian May Has Been Trolled By Tony Iommi With A Funny ‘Video’ On Social Media
Queen guitarist Brian May has recently shown how Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi pranked himself by sharing a new post on his official Instagram account. As you can see in the post below, Tony Iommi sent a cover picture of the video named ‘The Best Moments Of 2020,’ however, there was no video. Apparently, when Brian […]
- Today in Rock History – December 30
1965, The Kinks, The Who, Manfred Man, The Hollies and Gerry and the Pacemakers all appeared on the TV pop show Shindig! 1966, Pink Floyd and Soft Machine played at the UFO presents Night Tripper at the Blarney Club, London, England. 1967, John Lee Hooker performed at the Grande Ballroom in Detroit, Michigan. 1967, The […]
- Vinnie Paul is the Reason Megadeth Now Open All Their Shows With “Hangar 18”
Megadeth bassist David Ellefson has revealed that late Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul is the reason the band has opened all of their shows since 2013 with “Hangar 18.” Ellefson first shared the story during a virtual panel appearance at Headbangers Con earlier this month; Megadeth have now shared a transcript of that story on social […]
- Coldplay Star Guy Berryman Reacts To The Death Of Pierre Cardin By Sharing His Rare Photos
The long-time bassist of Coldplay and entrepreneur, Guy Berryman, recently posted a photo on his Instagram account and paid tribute to the fashion designer, Pierre Cardin, who he referred to as an ‘amazing body of work.’ As you may recall, Guy Berryman had previously made it to our headlines with his successful clothing line. Having […]
- LESLIE WEST, DEE SNIDER, Others Featured In LONG ISLAND MUSIC HALL OF FAME’s New Year’s Eve ‘Best Of The Awards Galas’ TV Special
Long Island Music Hall Of Fame (LIMHOF) has announced its New Year’s Eve “Best Of The Awards Galas” TV special. The 90-minute show is being presented by Jovia Financial Credit Union and will air on Thursday, December 31 at 9 p.m. simultaneously on News 12 plus (optimum channel 61), Fios (Verizon channel 530) and stream […]
