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Rob Caggiano on Leaving Anthrax + Joining Volbeat: 'I'm Just Following My Heart'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:34:38 +0000

Guitarist Rob Caggiano's exit from Anthrax has been a confusing one. At first, Caggiano chalked up his departure as wanting to focus primarily as an in-studio producer, specifically with Volbeat, but exactly one month after leaving Anthrax, Caggiano joined Volbeat as a full-time guitarist. The reactions of Anthrax band members have been mixed, but now Caggiano has gone further in-depth as to why he chose to leave the thrash legends.

Anthrax's Frank Bello Says Band 'Still Loves' Former Guitarist Rob Caggiano

Chad Childers — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 14:37:13 +0000

Anthrax are moving forward after the exit of guitarist Rob Caggiano earlier this year, but bassist Frank Bello says there's still quite a bit of love in the band for their former axeman.

Guitarist Rob Caggiano Plays His First Live Show With Volbeat

Chad Childers — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 15:27:23 +0000

The transition is now complete, with former Anthrax guitarist Rob Caggiano performing his first show with Volbeat earlier this week. The rocker took the stage alongside his new Volbeat bandmates during a gig at Store Vega in Copenhagen, Denmark Tuesday (Feb. 19) night.

Anthrax Drummer Charlie Benante Calls Guitarist Rob Caggiano's Exit 'Sketchy'

Chad Childers — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:46:22 +0000

Anthrax are moving forward without guitarist Rob Caggiano, and while they appear to be okay personally with their former axeman, there are a few lingering doubts about the musician's motives for leaving.

Volbeat Welcome Former Anthrax Guitarist Rob Caggiano Into Band, Reveal Details For New Album

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:44:52 +0000

Danish rockers Volbeat have a ton of captivating news to offer fans. Along with unveiling the title, release date an cover artwork of their upcoming fifth studio album, 'Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies,' Volbeat have also announced that former Anthrax guitarist Rob Caggiano has joined the group as a full-time member.

Guitarist Rob Caggiano on Anthrax Exit: 'My Heart Simply Wasn't in It Anymore'

Chad Childers — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 21:14:05 +0000

Former Anthrax guitarist Rob Caggiano is facing a major career change and seems enthused about the future. Caggiano tells Pro Sound News that ultimately his desire to have more creative involvement in the music he was generating led to his exit.

Anthrax's Scott Ian Offers New Details on Guitarist Rob Caggiano's Departure

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:12:47 +0000

The departure of Anthrax lead guitarist Rob Caggiano came as a shock to the metal world, as the thrash legends had just begun to truly celebrate their comeback with classic vocalist Joey Belladonna. Having torn through the 2012 Mayhem Festival, headlined an unforgettable tour with Testament + Death Angel, earned a 2013 Grammy nomination and just finished tracking their 'Anthems' covers EP, Caggiano suddenly left the band, and guitarist Scott Ian has just offered some insight into Caggiano's exit.

Anthrax Guitarist Rob Caggiano Announces Departure From Band

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 20:24:21 +0000

Breaking news from the legendary thrash metallers of Anthrax. Lead guitarist Rob Caggiano has left the band to focus on production work. Having joined Anthrax in 2001, Caggiano stuck with the New York thrash band until the group’s ‘Among the Living’ lineup reunited in 2005. However, Caggiano was brought back in 2007, remaining as Anthrax’s [...]