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Demon Hunter’s New Member Excited to Jam Band’s New Songs
Demon Hunter have a few new members in their ranks, with former Showdown bassist Jeremiah Scott taking up the guitar and joining the band. Radio station KFMX got the exclusive scoop from Scott about his new gig.
Lacuna Coil Release Studio Footage
Italian melodic metallers Lacuna Coil have been incredibly generous, sharing updates and footage of the creative process for several months leading up to their new album ‘Dark Adrenaline,’ the release date of which is right around the corner. In the footage posted below, head-turning singer Cristina Scabbia and her mates stand in front of a mic in the studio to discuss the history of the facility
Van Halen ‘A Different Kind of Truth’ Track Listing Leaks
The track listing for Van Halen‘s much anticipated ‘A Different Kind of Truth,’ the first album fronted by David Lee Roth in three decades, has leaked to the web. It was only a matter of time before song titles were revealed, given all the hoopla surrounding the album, due out Feb. 7. In the past few days, VH have shared details about their upcoming tour and album. It’s starting to feel like we li
Van Halen Soar Through Hits and a "New" Song at Intimate NYC Gig
The one thing that’ll make the Van Halen reunion with David Lee Roth work and last beyond the band’s upcoming tour and new album is if the principals are having a good time. Well, judging from last night’s beyond intimate gig at Café Wha? in New York City, that won’t be a problem.
Lamb of God Singer Randy Blythe Launches Campaign for U.S. President
Our favorite politically informed and opinionated singer these days is Lamb of God‘s Randy Blythe. He recently spouted off about the state of digital music. Now, on his Randonesia Tumblr blog, the singer posted a manifesto offering to run for the highest elected office in our nation, which is that of President of the United States.
Bring Me the Horizon to Post Remixes Online Tomorrow
U.K. breakthrough band Bring Me the Horizon will soon be hard at work on their next album, which these deathcore haulers say is influenced by post-rock bands like Explosions in the Sky and This Will Destroy You.
Guns N’ Roses Keyboardist Dizzy Reed Recalls Early Days + Friendship With Axl Rose
Guns N’ Roses keyboardist Dizzy Reed went from playing the Whisky in Hollywood on Thursday nights to flying to clubs in private jets overnight when he joined the ranks of GN’R in 1990. Reed hooked up with the band when they were at their musical and cultural apex AKA the biggest, baddest band in the world. If Reed wanted a trial by fire, he got it. He recalled his early days in the band while the
Jane’s Addiction New Year’s Eve Show to Broadcast on SiriusXM Tonight
Before you grab a party mix or elect to leave the music for your holiday party to some random CD changer or a friend who thinks he or she has master-level DJ skills, consider tuning in to SiriusXM, which will offer up a live broadcast Jane’s Addiction‘s New Year’s show at the Belly Up in Aspen, Colo. tonight. No matter where you are, you can party down with Jane’s.
Velvet Revolver to Reunite With Scott Weiland for One-Off Gig
Scott Weiland is rejoining Velvet Revolver, but only for one night and one show!
According to Blabbermouth, the former VR lead singer will perform with his ex mates for a good cause – the ‘Love You Madly: A Concert for John O’Brien’ benefit show, which is set to take place Thursday, Jan. 12, at the House of Blues in West Hollywood, Calif. In addition, Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello
Red Hot Chili Peppers To Play Russian Billionaire’s New Year’s Eve Party
Most of us celebrate New Year’s Eve with a few libations, some resolutions and many raised glasses. Red Hot Chili Peppers, on the other hand, will enjoy the copious benefits of being rock stars by performing at Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich’s New Year’s Eve Party. Abramovich’s year-ending (or year-starting, depending on your perspective) bashes are notorious and he plans to make this year b
Barry Clayton, the Voice Behind Iron Maiden’s ‘Number of the Beast’ Intro, Dies
Barry Clayton, the man behind the spoken word introduction to Iron Maiden‘s iconic song ‘The Number of the Beast,’ has died at the age of 80. Clayton was a quintessential part of Maiden lore, as his deep, booming voice is forever etched in the minds of headbangers, thanks to the way he spoke those famous, ominous words that start the song:
Metallica Frontman James Hetfield Throws Rocks at Paparazzi in Uruguay
Don’t mess with James Hetfield when he’s on vacation and trying to ride a moped with his son. We already know that the Metallica frontman rocks, but now he throws ‘em, too! Hetfield and his family retreated to Punta del Este, Uruguay to celebrate the Christmas holiday and enjoy a little R&R. That didn’t stop the paparazzi in the country from tailing the frontman and that’s when things got a l