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Robin Finck Rejoins Nine Inch Nails

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:07:50 +0000

On May 15, bassist Eric Avery revealed that he had left the newly resurrected Nine Inch Nails. Avery, a founding member of Jane's Addiction, recently spent a year on the road with Garbage, leaving the musician "overwhelmed" at the prospect of hitting the road again with Nine Inch Nails. Avery's departure left NIN fans deflated, but thankfully, on Trent Reznor's birthday no less, the Nine Inch Nails mastermind has announced the return of classic member Robin Finck.

Metallica Pinball Machine Revealed in New Video

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:05:58 +0000

Holy balls! One of the fabled Metallica pinball machines has finally been revealed in full. In a new video posted by Stern Pinball, the entire machine is explained and showcased, with a ton of Metallica tracks and references ripe for the paddling. Metallica revealed last month that custom pinball machines were in the works. The [...]

As I Lay Dying Drop Off Killswitch Engage Tour; Darkest Hour + The Word Alive Added to Bill

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:08:22 +0000

Following As I Lay Dying vocalist Tim Lambesis' recent arrest on murder-for-hire charges, the metalcore act has chosen to vacate their support position on Killswitch Engage's North American summer tour. With As I Lay Dying pulling out of the tour, it has just been announced that AILD's spot has been filled by Darkest Hour along with Arizona metalcore act the Word Alive. Previously announced acts on the bill include Miss May I and Affiance.

Black Sabbath Perform 'End of the Beginning' on 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:28:29 +0000

After much anticipation, Black Sabbath finally premiered the new track 'End of the Beginning' on CBS cop drama 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.' Sabbath got some pretty good TV time on the program, performing the new song before vocalist Ozzy Osbourne showed off his acting chops during an after-show interview.

Brian 'Head' Welch Performs First Full Set With Korn Since 2005 Departure

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:25:57 +0000

Last night (May 15), Brian 'Head' Welch returned to the stage with Korn to perform his first full set with the band since leaving the multiplatinum act in 2005. A packed crowd in Belle Vernon, Pa., were the lucky bunch to witness Welch's return, and we've got all the details from the gig for you to sink your teeth into.

The Dillinger Escape Plan Stream New Album 'One of Us Is the Killer' in Full

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:50:32 +0000

The Dillinger Escape Plan's massively anticipated fifth studio album, 'One of Us Is the Killer,' is now available for streaming in full. The band has been teasing the release of the record since February of this year, and finally, you can now hear all 11 songs from the album, which is available for purchase today.

Korn's Jonathan Davis: Upcoming Disc Is 'By Far the Best Album We Have Ever Done'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:39:04 +0000

Korn have just completed recording their 11th full-length album. The band's follow-up to their dubstep-influenced 2011 album, 'The Path of Totality,' will be their first in 10 years to feature guitarist Brian 'Head' Welch and has already been called "the best album we've ever done" by vocalist Jonathan Davis.

Black Sabbath Unveil 'The Sabbath Sound' Teaser for New Album '13′

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:23:39 +0000

Black Sabbath have posted yet another in-depth look into the band's upcoming album '13.' Showcasing studio footage, which has never been made available to the public, each member of Sabbath, studio drummer Brad Wilk (Rage Against the Machine) and producer Rick Rubin have all weighed in regarding their goals for '13,' along with what audiences can expect in comparison to Sabbath's classic works.

Black Sabbath Shown Behind the Scenes of Upcoming 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation' Cameo

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:32:07 +0000

If you're a fan of both Black Sabbath and 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,' you're about to be given both an eyegasm and eargasm all at once! The legendary heavy metal band will be appearing on the season finale performing a new song "End of the Beginning,' but here's a behind-the-scenes clip that you can check out right now.

Metallica Offer Preview of 'Kirk's Crypt' Exhibit at Upcoming 2013 Orion Music + More Festival

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:53:02 +0000

Metallica's second Orion Music + More Festival is creeping up on us as summer draws near. To get fans pumped for the diverse fest, Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has revealed a mass of details about the 'Kirk's Crypt' exhibit, which will include meet + greets, Hammett's massive collection of vintage horror film posters and more.

Avenged Sevenfold Unveil Preview of New Song + In-Studio Footage

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:51:40 +0000

Avenged Sevenfold have just released part of a new track along with some in-studio footage of the band recording their latest album. However, the band has developed a challenging TV/radio puzzle which must be tuned properly to experience the entirety of the band’s new offerings. Avenged Sevenfold have been hard at work creating the follow-up [...]

Arraignment of As I Lay Dying Singer Tim Lambesis: Video + More Details Revealed

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 10 May 2013 14:51:16 +0000

As reported last night, As I Lay Dying vocalist Tim Lambesis pleaded not guilty in his shocking murder-for-hire case. Now, more details have emerged from the May 9 arraignment in San Diego. Video taken of the arraignment depicts Deputy District Attorney Claudia Grasso revealing the alleged details of Lambesis' plot to have his estranged wife killed, which he apparently first mentioned to a member of his gym.

Slash Reveals Velvet Revolver Have 'Very Quietly Been Looking' for a New Singer

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:16:19 +0000

Rock supergroup Velvet Revolver has been struggling with lineup issues for quite some time now since parting with vocalist Scott Weiland. Conflicting stories on Weiland's place in the band have been prevalent for a year now, but Velvet Revolver guitarist Slash just made it public that the band is "very quietly" looking for a new singer.

Slayer Drummer Dave Lombardo Remembers His and Jeff Hanneman's Punk Rock Roots

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:37:33 +0000

Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo continues to mourn his late bandmate Jeff Hanneman with a new post on the percussionist's personal Facebook page. Lombardo shared a picture of Hanneman and himself from "around 1982" while regaling fans with a backstory on the punk rock roots shared between Hanneman and himself.

Puddle of Mudd's Wes Scantlin Arrested on Two Warrants After Being Caught Speeding

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 08 May 2013 18:46:27 +0000

Puddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin has reportedly been arrested yet again. After being stopped for speeding last night (May 7), Scantlin was booked after his info was run by Hollywood police, who found warrants for the musician's arrest -- one for driving with a suspended license and one stemming from his recent cocaine bust.

Mastodon 'Very Busy' Writing New Album

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:47:34 +0000

Mighty Atlanta metal act Mastodon have just unveiled some exciting news! The band's follow-up to their massively celebrated fifth studio album, 'The Hunter,' is on its way! The sludge metal band spread the good word via their Facebook page last night (May 6), sharing with fans that they're "very busy" writing their next full-length.

Testament Guitarist Alex Skolnick Pays Tribute to 'Immense' Slayer Shredder Jeff Hanneman

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:21:15 +0000

Metal musicians of all sub genres are continuing to pay their respects to late Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman. Few guitarists have earned their spot with Hanneman as members of thrash's most elite pedigree, but Testament shredder Alex Skolnick is undeniably at the side of Hanneman in terms of skill and respect. As one of thrash's most admired guitarists, Skolnick has written an in-depth memorial of Hanneman from the viewpoint of a true six-string master.

Queens of the Stone Age Reveal Unnerving Animated Video for New Track 'I Appear Missing'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:18:14 +0000

Rock giants Queens of the Stone Age have just unleashed an awesome new song, ‘I Appear Missing,’ along with an unsettling animated video for the tune. Queens of the Stone Age have already released the track ‘My God is the Sun‘ from their upcoming sixth studio album, ‘…Like Clockwork,’ but ‘I Appear Missing’ is the [...]

Sepultura Planning to Release New Album in 2013

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:02:03 +0000

Brazilian thrash legends Sepultura have just revealed that they are about to enter the studio once again! Sepultura vocalist Derrick Green announced the band’s intent to release a new full-length album before the end of 2013, most likely during October or November. Sepultura received mostly positive reviews for their previous effort, ‘Kairos,’ which was unleashed [...]

Former Guns N' Roses Drummer Steven Adler on Return to Rehab: 'I Picked Up a Bottle and Drank'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:28:32 +0000

On May 2, former Guns N' Roses and current Adler drummer Steven Adler admitted himself back into rehab for undisclosed substance abuse. The band Adler was forced to postpone its summer tour dates due to the drummer's return to rehab, and Adler himself has just written an official statement detailing exactly why he needed to go back again.