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- 50 Years Ago: The Beatles Announce Breakup With a Bizarre Press Release
And the world was shocked. Continue reading…
- Guns N’ Roses’ Slash Pens A Heartwrenching Letter After A Devastating Death
Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash has shared a new post on his official Instagram account and penned a heartwrenching letter after the death of famous caricaturist Mort Drucker, who was the contributor for Mad Magazine around five decades. Slash reposted this picture and letter from Mad Magazine and revealed that he is sharing the same […]
- Recording for W.A.L.K.E.R.’s debut full-length album delayed due to coronavirus pandemic
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- KISS Is Selling Special ‘Stay At Home’ T-Shirt In Support Of Out-Of-Work Concert Crew Members
KISS is selling a special “Stay At Home” t-shirt in support of Live Nation’s Crew Nation relief fund. 100% of net profit generated from the purchase of the shirt will go directly to tour managers, production managers, riggers, sound engineers, backline techs, lighting directors and designers, special effects teams, carpenters and more so they can […]
- Tommy Lee’s Wife Brittany Posts An ‘After Shower’ Photo To Show Her Beauty Without Makeup
While the world is struggling with the self-quarantine due to coronavirus outbreak, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee’s wife and also famous TikTok user, Brittany Furlan Lee, continues to share entertaining stuff for her followers. Today, Brittany posted yet another video on her official Instagram Stories and showed off the moments she had after having a […]
- Alice Cooper Posts ‘Good Old Days’ Photo With Ozzy Osbourne And Sharon
The legendary rockstar and current fronting member of Hollywood Vampires, Alice Cooper, has shared a really rare photo of himself with the iconic vocalist Ozzy Osbourne and his lovely wife, Sharon Osbourne, on his official Instagram page. As you can see in the photo below, this picture was taken in 1994 while they were having […]
- Ron Keel reveals why Ron Keel Band to release southern rock covers album ‘South X South Dakota’
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- Insomnium and Omnium Gatherum’s Live Stream Concert Wasn’t Live Streamed
Man, Insomnium and Omnium Gatherum just cannot catch a break. First, the Finnish bands’ co-headlining tour of North America was called off because, well, y’know. Now, the two groups’ “very special and exclusive live streaming event,” which was set to take place earlier today, did take place earlier today… but was not live streamed. The […]
- Striker unleash “live in the studio” video of track “Born To Lose”
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- CROSSFAITH To Release ‘Species’ EP In May
Japanese metal juggernauts CROSSFAITH will release a new EP, “Species”, on May 22 through UNFD. The five-track offering features recent single “Endorphin” as well as the latest song, “Digital Parasite”. According to vocalist Kenta Koie, “Digital Parasite”, which opens the EP, sees CROSSFAITH getting “dirty and heavy. I felt an explosion from the song and […]
- Teaser Sweet unveil lyric video for song “Love Bites”
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- Entheos Post New Track, are Now a Duo
Tech metal outfit Entheos have released their first new song in two years, “Remember You Are Dust,” and announced that they have scaled down to a duo consisting of founding members Navene Koperweis and Chaney Crabb. The band offers of the new track: “We’re excited to present our first new song in two years, ‘Remember […]
- Jon Bon Jovi Pays Respect To The Heroes Of The Fight Against Coronavirus
The official and verified Twitter page of CNN Heroes has uploaded a new video of Bon Jovi frontman Jon Bon Jovi and shared his important announcement about the coronavirus epidemic. CNN Heroes is a television program created in 2007 by CNN to honor individuals who have made an extraordinary contribution to humanitarian aid and make a […]
- Megadeth’s New Album Is Ready to Be Recorded, but Coronavirus
We already knew that Megadeth were planning to record a new album before the start of their big co-headlining tour with Lamb of God, which is scheduled to kick off June 12. So it’s not surprising to learn that the album is written and ready to be recorded. Unfortunately, it’s also not surprising to learn […]
- STEEL PANTHER’s SATCHEL: ‘Even If I Catch The Coronavirus, I’m Not Afraid Of It’
STEEL PANTHER’s Russ “Satchel” Parrish has been using the coronavirus downtime “to be creative and write songs.” He tells Metal Wani in a new interview (hear audio below): “There’s always more songs to write. I don’t know a whole lot of bands that have downtime except for now. Most bands have to tour to make […]
- Confess unleash lyric video for track “Heresy”
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- Members of High on Fire, Mutoid Man, Spirit Adrift etc. Cover Steely Dan’s “Reelin’ In The Years”
Just minutes ago we published a video of members of King Diamond, Soilwork, Hammerfall and more covering “No Easy Way Out” from the Rocky IV soundtrack, and now we’re back with another quarantine supergroup collaboration from a completely different cast of characters! The effort sees members of a number of notorious American bands teaming up […]
- Former KISS Star Prepares To Sell His Priceless Stuff: Are There Any Money Issues?
KISS star Vinnie Vincent has made an unexpected announcement on his official website and revealed that he decided to sell his ‘Autographed Merchandise Pack.’ As you might remember, Vinnie Vincent joined the band in 1982 and replaced Ace Frehley. He became the lead guitarist of the band and played six of nine songs as a lead guitarist […]
- ADAM LAMBERT No Longer Gets Nervous Before Performing With QUEEN
Adam Lambert says that “it’s an absolute honor” to be able to tour the world with QUEEN. Lambert, drummer Roger Taylor and guitarist Brian May first shared the stage during “American Idol” in May 2009 for a performance of “We Are The Champions”. They teamed up again in 2011 at the MTV European Music Awards […]
- Mötley Crüe Frontman Vince Neil’s Girlfriend Stuns Her Fans With New Hairstyle
Mötley Crüe vocalist Vince Neil’s girlfriend, Rain Hannah, has shared a new photo of herself on the official Instagram account and revealed her new style during the self-quarantine days. As you might already know, COVID-19, known as coronavirus, is a highly contagious disease that can spread from person-to-person easily. For over three months, this virus […]
- Taylor Momsen Shares A Surprise Gift She Got During The Lockdown: “Sh*t Is Getting Real!”
The Pretty Reckless’ talented vocalist and former actress, Taylor Momsen, has shared a new photo on her official Instagram account and showed a meaningful gift that she got during the lockdown. As you can see in the picture, Taylor Momsen got a vinyl of the ‘Death By Rock And Roll,’ which is the upcoming album […]
- Van Halen Icon Talks Over A Possible Postponement For Upcoming Shows
During a recent appearance on SiriusXM’s ‘Trunk Nation,’ former Van Halen singer and current The Circle member, Sammy Hagar, attended the radio show with Michael Anthony and talked about the possibilities of postponing their U.S. tour with Night Ranger. The Circle is a British-American rock band founded in London in 2014, including former Montrose and […]
- Roger Taylor’s Daughter Rocks Her Perfect Curves In A Tight Red Dress
Queen drummer Roger Taylor’s daughter and well-known model, Tiger Lily Taylor, has continued to share her attractive photos via her verified Instagram account. As you can check out the Instagram Stories below, Tiger Lily Taylor was giving a stunning pose in front of the wall with her close friend, Harriet Holder. Nevertheless, Tiger’s perfect body […]
- BoneDryver release details of upcoming sophomore album ‘Valley of Bones’
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- Linkin Park Announces An Exciting New Stuff For The Fans: “Are You Ready?”
One of the most iconic metal bands of our era, Linkin Park, has shared a new post on their official Instagram account and made a delightful announcement about their upcoming plans. In the recent Instagram Stories, Linkin Park announced that the band started to share some rare concert videos via their official Youtube channel. Here’s […]
- Classic Concert of the Day: Sepultura at Monsters of Rock, Donington, U.K., 1994
You’re all cooped up. We’re all cooped up. Everyone’s friggin’ cooped up! You’re scrolling through our social feeds, texting with friends, eating, drinking coffee, watching TV, scrolling through our social feeds again, eating again, playing that dumb mobile game you downloaded from an Instagram ad and can’t stop playing, eating again, chatting with friends on […]
- KING DIAMOND On Upcoming Reissues: ‘We’re Trying To Go Back To The Absolute Original Stuff’
On April 24, KING DIAMOND will release CD and LP versions of the classic albums “Abigail” and “Fatal Portrait” via Metal Blade Records. They will be followed by CD and LP versions of “Conspiracy” (May 1), “Them” (May 1), “The Eye” (May 15), and “In Concert 1987” (May 15), also via Metal Blade. The vinyl […]
- DEF LEPPARD: Extended Trailer For ‘London To Vegas’ Set
Eagle Rock Entertainment will release DEF LEPPARD’s “London To Vegas” on May 29. This limited edition 2Blu-ray+4CD, 2DVD+4CD, DVD/Blu-ray+2CD and digital format release features two spectacular concert films: “Hysteria At The O2” and “Hits Vegas, Live At Planet Hollywood”. An extended trailer for “London To Vegas” is available below. Filmed in December 2018, “Hysteria At […]
- SINISTHRA Feat. AMORPHIS Frontman TOMI JOUTSEN: Listen To New Song ‘Closely Guarded Distance’
“Closely Guarded Distance”, a new song from Finland’s SINISTHRA, can be streamed below. The track is taken from the band’s upcoming album, “The Broad And Beaten Way”, which will be released on May 15 via Rockshots Records. The band comments on the song: “‘Closely Guarded Distance’ is the centrepiece of the album and probably the […]
- Greta Van Fleet Aid Five Organizations in Need During Coronavirus Pandemic
We also learn from the Michigan Food Bank Council executive director how the money is being put to use. Continue reading…
- Dimmu Borgir Guitarist Silenoz’s Insidious Disease Drop First New Song in 10 Years
It’s a Hell of a time to release a song called ‘Enforcers of the Plague,’ huh? Continue reading…
- Dragonforce Artists Accused of Patricide, the Big 4 of Death Metal, and More Stories You May Have Missed This Week
The MetalSucks Playlist — Week of April 4 – April 10, 2020 Did you miss some of this week’s top stories in the world of metal? Catch up below: A French artist who has designed album covers and/or logos for bands such as Dragonforce, Immortal, and Edguy has been accused of disemboweling his 80-year-old father.Which bands […]
- Electric Mob release video for track “Upside Down”
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- Testament’s Chuck Billy Talks Coronavirus Diagnosis and Recovery
As one of the highest profile metal musicians to contract COVID-19, Testament frontman Chuck Billy has become something of a spokesperson for the coronavirus within the metal community. Chuck first became ill upon returning from his band’s European tour with Exodus and Death Angel, as did several other members of the touring party (including Exodus’s […]
- GENE SIMMONS Says Music Industry Has Lost ‘Billions Of Dollars’ During Coronavirus Pandemic
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons spoke to the Fox 11 Los Angeles TV show “Good Day LA” about how the coronavirus pandemic has affected the music industry, with pretty much every live show, venue, and festival being canceled or postponed. He said (see video below): “Well, look, we can talk about the big numbers, and that […]
- Blues Pills unveil video for new track “Low Road” from upcoming album ‘Holy Moly’
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- Soilwork, King Diamond Vets + More Cover ‘Rocky IV’ Anthem ‘No Easy Way Out’
The ’80s one-hit wonder gets a metal makeover. Continue reading…
- Ex-OZZY OSBOURNE Guitarist GUS G. Is ‘Compiling Ideas’ For Possible Solo Instrumental Album
In a brand new interview with the U.K.’s “NI Rocks” radio show, Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G., well known in rock and metal circles for his work as Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist and as leader of his own band FIREWIND, was asked if he has any plans to make another solo album. He responded: “Well, it’s […]
- DAVID DRAIMAN’s Performance On ‘The Sound Of Silence’ Is ‘Perhaps The Greatest Rock Vocal Ever,’ Says Actor RUSSELL CROWE
Russell Crowe has praised David Draiman’s performance on DISTURBED’s cover of SIMON & GARFUNKEL’s “The Sound Of Silence” as “perhaps the greatest rock vocal ever.” The Oscar-winning actor, best known for playing Gen. Maximus Decimus Meridius in “Gladiator” and Sgt. Wendell “Bud” White in “LA Confidential”, made the comment on Twitter while sharing a new […]
- Ted Nugent’s Wife Exposes How Flexible Her Body Is In A Tight Blue Spandex
Famous singer and guitarist Ted Nugent’s lovely wife, Shemane Nugent, has shared a stunning video of herself on her official Instagram account and revealed the flexibility of her body. As you can see in the video below, Shemane was doing some kind of yoga workout and showing her awesome skills. She demonstrated her flexibility while learning to challenge her […]
- Anthrax + Suicidal Tendencies Members Ditch the Samples, Rock Chemical Brothers’ ‘Block Rockin’ Beats’
Back with another one of those block rockin’ beats. Continue reading…
- Video: Pro Vocal Coach Critiques Metallica’s James Hetfield
Beth Roars, the vocal coach who has previously offered critiques of Rammstein’s Till Lindemann, Devin Townsend and Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson (among others), has come ROAR-in’ back! (See what I did there?) For her latest video, Ms. Roars takes a look at James Hetfield… specifically, his vocal performance of “Unforgiven” from Metallica’s original S&M in 1999. As […]
- Quiz: How Well Do You Know Thrash History Trivia?
Swap your flip-brim Suicidal Tendencies hat for your thinking hat. Continue reading…
- SKILLET Launches ‘Save Me’ Video Game
SKILLET has launched the “Save Me” video game, themed with the band’s latest active rock track and music video of the same name. In the game, each of the bandmembers (John, Korey, Jen and Seth) are characters fans can select and play as. Once a character is selected, the characters run through a maze where […]
- NIGHTWISH Releases Lyric Video For Every Song On ‘Human. :II: Nature.’ Album
The lyric video for every song on NIGHTWISH’s new album, “Human. :II: Nature.”, can be seen below. Released today (Friday, April 10) via Nuclear Blast, the long-awaited follow-up to 2015’s “Endless Forms Most Beautiful” is a double album containing nine tracks on the main CD and one long track, divided into eight chapters, on CD […]
- IGGY POP: ‘The Bowie Years’ Seven-CD Box Set Due In May
A seven-CD box set “The Bowie Years” exploring Iggy Pop’s Berlin-era albums is today announced for release on May 29 via UMe. The box set features remastered versions of “The Idiot”, “Lust For Life”, live album “TV Eye” and rare outtakes, alternate mixes and a 40-page book. “Lust For Life” and “The Idiot” will also […]
- Hear THE DEAD DAISIES’ New Single ‘Unspoken’
The official lyric video for “Unspoken”, the new single from THE DEAD DAISIES — the hard rock “collective” founded by Australian musician and businessman David Lowy — can be seen below. The song is taken from the band’s fifth album, “Holy Ground”, which is due later in the year via Spinefarm Records — the home […]
- Aether Realm Frontman Opens Up About Working in Pharmacy During Pandemic — Exclusive Interview
The best of both worlds, right? Continue reading…
- PALAYE ROYALE Releases Animated Video For New Single ‘Little Bastards’
Canadian-American rockers PALAYE ROYALE have released an animated video for their brand new single “Little Bastards”, the opening track of their upcoming album, “The Bastards”, due on May 29 via Sumerian Records. The storyboard for the new animated video for “Little Bastards” is based on PALAYE ROYALE’s upcoming graphic novel that has been written and […]
