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Evanescence's Troy McLawhorn Filling in for Sevendust Guitarist Clint Lowery on Tour

Chad Childers — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:48:07 +0000

Sevendust guitarist Clint Lowery is taking a step back from the road temporarily, but the band has moved quickly to fill the void, selecting Evanescence's Troy McLawhorn to sit in on guitar during Lowery's absence. The Sevendust rocker is taking the time away to be at home with his lovely wife Tara as they await the birth of their daughter. This will be the couple's second child. They wed in 2010 and already have a son, born the same year.

Evanescence Mark 10-Year Anniversary of 'Fallen' With Limited Edition Purple Vinyl Release

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 22:58:24 +0000

Today (March 4) marks 10 years since the release of Evanescence’s landmark debut disc ‘Fallen,’ and Wind-up Records is re-issuing the album on limited edition purple vinyl (seen on the left). Pre-ordering is currently under way, with a May 21 ship date on the colorful anniversary release.

Former Evanescence Guitarist Ben Moody Reportedly Being Sued for $500,000

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 19:56:13 +0000

Looks like former Evanescence guitarist Ben Moody may be in some legal trouble. The musician and popular songwriter is reportedly being sued by Rider Management Inc. for $500,000 in unpaid commissions. According to TMZ, Rider Management Inc. has claimed to be working with Moody since 2006, which would grant the company a certain amount of [...]

Amy Lee Says Evanescence Will Take Extended Break After Current Tour

Chad Bowar — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 20:03:08 +0000

EvanescenceÂ fans had to wait five years between ‘The Open Door’ and last year’s self-titled album, and now singer Amy Lee is suggesting that fans may have to once again wait a while for album number four. The band has done a lot of touring behind their self-titled effort, including the recent Carnival 0f Madness tour [...]

Marilyn Manson, Evanescence, Slash, Sixx: A.M. + More to Play 2012 Revolver Golden Gods Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:31:15 +0000

The fourth annual Revolver Golden Gods Awards are set to invade Los Angeles on April 11, with Marilyn Manson on deck to perform his first show in almost three years at the event. Other performers include Slash, Evanescence, Sixx: A.M. and Black Veil Brides. Further additions to the line up will be announced in the coming weeks.

Carolina Rebellion 2012 Lineup Features Korn, Shinedown, Staind, Evanescence + More

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:11:27 +0000

So if you can’t make it to Rock on the Range this year, Carolina Rebellion offers up a perfect one-day alternative. Carolina Rebellion, now in its second year, takes as much rock as possible and combines it all into one crazy lineup. This year’s Rebellion is scheduled for May 5 at the Rockingham Speedway in Rockingham, N.C., centrally located less than two hours from Charlotte, Raleigh/Durham, Columbia and Greensboro.

Watch Evanescence Perform 'Made of Stone' and 'The Other Side' on 'Conan'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:39:20 +0000

Evanescence performed on ‘Conan’ last night (Feb. 2), with ‘Made of Stone’ making it to the live broadcast, while ‘The Other Side’ was reserved for an exclusive, web-only clip. We have them both!

Evanescence Premiere 'My Heart Is Broken' Video

Mary Ouellette — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:54:26 +0000

Back in December, Evanescence filmed the video for ‘My Heart is Broken’ with director Dean Karr and now the day has come for fans to check out the final product with the official video premiere today. Amy Lee talked about the concept for the video, saying it was inspired by by a film called ‘Paperhouse.’ [...]

Evanescence, Linkin Park + Lacuna Coil Appear on 'Underworld: Awakening' Soundtrack

Jeff Giles — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:17:25 +0000

There’s a new ‘Underworld’ sequel heading for theaters at the end of January, and you know what that means: another installment in the franchise’s bestselling soundtrack series. This time around, Lakeshore Records has lined up 17 tracks of goth-tinged rock and metal, including repeat appearances from ‘Underworld’ soundtrack favorites Lacuna Coil, Black Light Burns, and [...]

Evanescence Offer Inside Look at Upcoming Video for 'My Heart Is Broken'

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:03:43 +0000

Evanescence have announced that their next single will be ‘My Heart Is Broken,’ and the band recently took up shop in Los Angeles to film the video for the song. Singer Amy Lee told MTV that the inspiration for the video was drawn from a movie called ‘Paperhouse’ that left a lasting impact. The movie [...]

Guitarist Troy McLawhorn Explains His Return to Evanescence

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:55:27 +0000

So, here’s a short musical history lesson: Before guitarist Troy McLawhorn was in Evanescence, he was in Seether; and before he was in Seether, he was in Evanescence. It all started in 2007 when McLawhorn replaced guitarist John LeCompt in Evanescence. He was with the band through their tour for ‘The Open Door.’ While the [...]

Evanescence Top Billboard 200 Album Chart

Liz Ramanand — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 16:31:58 +0000

Last week, Evanescence released their self-titled third studio album and now it lands at No. 1 on the latest Billboard 200 chart by selling 127,000 copies in its first week of release. Evanescence bumped out ‘American Idol’ winner Scotty McCreery’s debut disc ‘Clear as Day’ from the top spot.

Revolver Magazine Dubs Amy Lee of Evanescence as the Hottest Chick in Hard Rock for 2011

Chris M. Junior — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 17:35:43 +0000

Four years after being named Sexiest Female at the Kerrang! Awards, singer Amy Lee of Evanescence has been honored by fellow heavy-music magazine Revolver as its Hottest Chick in Hard Rock for 2011. She graces the cover of the current issue, available now at newsstands.

Evanescence Singer Amy Lee Shows Off Surprising New Musical Gifts on Upcoming Album

Chris M. Junior — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:43:23 +0000

From the outside, it would appear as though the last few years have been relatively quiet for Evanescence. But a lot has happened in the life of leader and big-voiced singer Amy Lee during that time.

Starting around 2007, she pursued some personal growth — or as she puts it, made a conscious effort to “find myself as an adult.” And in the process, Lee also expanded her musical horizons by learning the harp, which she plays on Evanescence’s new self-titled third album, which arrives Oct. 11.

Listen to Evanescence's New Song, 'What You Want'

Shauna Wright — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 19:30:48 +0000

Evanescence, the rock band that shot to fame with its 2003 single ‘Bring Me to Life,’ is back with a new song and an upcoming album.

The Little Rock, Arkansas-based group has had a bit of a revolving door with members over the years, but the current line-up retains powerful singer Amy Lee, who co-wrote the new track ‘What You Want’ with bassist Tim McCord and guitarist Terry Balsamo.