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Machine Head Update Album Progress, Narrow Bassist Search

Chad Childers — Sat, 04 May 2013 18:17:37 +0000

Machine Head are working on new music, but it's a steady pace as the band has yet to name their replacement for longtime bassist Adam Duce. Frontman Robb Flynn spoke at length about their current progress in his latest online journal entry and also revealed that the search for a new bassist has been narrowed to eight.

Machine Head Offer Update on Bassist Search, Announce New Mayhem Off-Date With Mastodon

Chad Childers — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:50:19 +0000

Machine Head are getting closer to rounding out their lineup for their summer’s Mayhem Festival. The group revealed that they’ve completed the submission process to fill their vacant bassist slot and are taking the next step. In a posting, they revealed, “Machine Head have decided on the bassists they would like to rehearse with and [...]

Machine Head Reveal 2013 'The Road to Mayhem' Headline Shows

Chad Childers — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:04:55 +0000

Machine Head are anxious for the 2013 Mayhem Festival and have added some extra touring to get them in the right mindset. In a new posting the band has revealed they will play three headlining shows as part of 'The Road to Mayhem Tour.'

Machine Head Members Reflect on a Decade of Rocking With Guitarist Phil Demmel

Chad Childers — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 14:48:33 +0000

A milestone just passed in Machine Head's career, as guitarist Phil Demmel just surpassed a decade as a member of the band. As such, his bandmates have chimed in with congratulations and recollections of their time spent rocking together.

Machine Head Narrow Down Bassist Auditions, Set Entry Deadline

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:20:17 +0000

Machine Head have been dealing with some serious bassist issues since the departure of original member Adam Duce. The band recently took to their Facebook page and invited fans to submit audition tapes, and although Machine Head have yet to find a new musician to hold down the low end for their upcoming Mayhem Festival dates, the metal titans will be accepting YouTube videos until April 19.

Machine Head Holding Public Bassist Auditions for 2013 Mayhem Festival Dates

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:31:24 +0000

Listen up, bassists, because the chance of a lifetime may be within your grasp. Machine Head are holding public auditions to find a temporary bass player. The goal of Machine Head's new experiment? Finding a stellar musician to perform with the band on this year's Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival tour.

Machine Head's Robb Flynn Inspired by Lamb of God Frontman Randy Blythe's Honesty

Chad Childers — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 16:47:53 +0000

It's not uncommon for musicians to have admiration for their peers, but Machine Head's Robb Flynn recently heaped some praise on Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe that had very little to do with his musical ability.

Machine Head Frontman Robb Flynn: We Fired Bassist Adam Duce

Chad Childers — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 20:02:28 +0000

The news came as a bit of a shock last week when Machine Head announced they were parting ways with longtime bassist Adam Duce. A very general statement on the matter revealed the separation, stating that the split was amicable and that the band wished Duce the best in his current and future endeavors. Now, a new letter from frontman Robb Flynn reveals that Duce was, in fact, fired from the band.

Machine Head Bassist Adam Duce Exits Band

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 21:24:34 +0000

In surprise news, Machine HeadÂ have parted ways with bassist Adam Duce, according to a statementÂ posted on the band’s official website. The news of Adam Duce’s departure from Machine Head should come as a shock to headbangers everywhere, as Duce is a founding member of the metal band. Having formed Machine Head with frontman Robb Flynn [...]

Machine Head's Robb Flynn Shares New Music Progress + Recaps Solo Shows

Chad Childers — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 15:44:33 +0000

Robb Flynn has been playing some solo shows of late, but Machine Head fans should not worry about the band's future. In fact, the rocker revealed in his latest online posting that he and his bandmates recently got in their first jam session hoping to spark material for their next album.

Machine Head's Robb Flynn Continues Acoustic Fascination With Solo Shows

Chad Childers — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 15:00:14 +0000

Machine Head's Robb Flynn has gotten a taste of playing acoustic over the last couple of months and he's anxious to work in a few more performances. As such, the singer-guitarist has booked four acoustic performances this coming week in California.

Machine Head To Begin Work on New Album

Liz Ramanand — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 22:17:13 +0000

No doubt Machine Head have had massive amounts of success with their 2011 album ‘Locust,' but now they are starting to plot out their next disc. On Machine Head’s official site, frontman Robb Flynn connects with his fans through his entries called ‘The General Journals: Diary of a Frontman…and other Ramblings” and in his latest journal entry, titled ‘Where Do We Go Now…?,’ Flynn mentions plans for the band to write new material "this week or next."

Machine Head's Robb Flynn Joins Tony La Russa + Friends at Animal Rescue Foundation Benefit

Chad Childers — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 16:25:39 +0000

Machine Head have built their fan base over a steadily strong career, but singer Robb Flynn still gets surprised by who some of his fans are. The rocker reveals in his latest journal that former baseball manager Tony La Russa and his family have shown their fandom for his work in recent years, which is something that still blows him away.

Machine Head's Robb Flynn Talks Moving Performance at Mitch Lucker Memorial Concert

Chad Childers — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 15:44:08 +0000

Machine Head's Robb Flynn has plenty to get off his chest and he's reviving his online diaries as his forum. Among the topics on his mind as part of his 'The General Journals: Diary of a Frontman … and Other Ramblings' missive was his recent performance at the Mitch Lucker Memorial Show, honoring the late Suicide Silence frontman with an acoustic cover of Black Sabbath's 'Die Young.'

Machine Head Guitarist Phil Demmel Reveals Writing Plans for Band's Next Album

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 22:30:37 +0000

Machine Head fans worldwide we certainly happy to hear that frontman Robb Flynn made it through his emergency hernia surgery with just a bad-ass scar, allowing Flynn to get back on the road for their current tour with Dethklok, All That Remains and The Black Dahlia Murder. Adding to the list of good news, Machine Head are planning to start writing their next album once the tour comes to an end.

Machine Head's Robb Flynn Returns to Stage in Oakland Following Surgery

Chad Childers — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:12:01 +0000

It took a little longer than initially expected, but Machine Head made it back to the stage Monday night in Oakland. The band was forced to temporarily drop off their tour when Robb Flynn required emergency surgery for a hernia, and they planned to be back for a show in Portland, Ore., on Saturday night. However, a bus breakdown thwarted those plans, but they eventually returned to the stage in Oakland.

Machine Head to Rejoin Dethklok Tour Following Robb Flynn's Surgery

Chad Childers — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 17:52:53 +0000

They say music comes from the soul, but we're not sure what part of Robb Flynn's aching, recuperating body that his determination comes from. The Machine Head vocalist is making good on his promise to rejoin the band's trek with Dethklok, All That Remains andBlack Dahlia Murder before its conclusion, revealing they'll be back on the bill as of this Saturday (Nov. 24) in Portland, Ore.

Machine Head Exit Current Tour as Frontman Robb Flynn Undergoes Emergency Surgery

Chad Childers — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 01:18:23 +0000

Machine Head are having to exit their current tour, at least temporarily, as singer Robb FlynnÂ undergoes emergency surgery to deal with a double inguinal hernia that has become the source of tremendous pain for the frontman. The band was out on tour in support of their ‘Machine F—ing Head‘ double live album, and were touring [...]

Machine Head Invite 13-Year-Old Boy Onstage to Shred on 'Aesthetics of Hate'

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:09:15 +0000

Get ready to witness one of the most awesome live concert moments ever. During Machine Head‘s Jan. 29 set in Buffalo, N.Y., one kid brought a sign that read “Let this 13-year-old play ‘Aesthetics of Hate’ with you.” After Machine Head frontman Robb Flynn saw the sign, he invited the kid up onstage and threw his axe around the teen’s shoulder.

Machine Head Psych Fans Up for 2012 North American Tour

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:44:31 +0000

After successfully unleashing their signature brand of thrash and groove metal throughout Europe, Machine Head are ready to unleash the locusts in the North American leg of ‘The Eighth Plague’ tour. The band will be joined on the road by deathcore act Suicide Silence and metalcore outfit Darkest Hour.