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- Adam Lambert Is Devastated After The Sad Death Of A Legendary Musician
Current fronting member of Queen, Adam Lambert, has uploaded a new photo on Instagram Stories and made a heartbreaking message after the unexpected death of the legendary musician, Bill Withers. Bill Withers, who wrote some of the most memorable and often-covered songs of the 1970s died on Monday in Los Angeles due to heart problems. […]
- Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale Flaunts Perfect Body In A Leather Jacket Without Bra
One of the most talented female guitarists of this era and frontwoman of Halestorm, Lzzy Hale, shared a recent photo on her official Instagram page and announced that she will make a live stream on We Are Hear’s official YouTube channel. As Lzzy announces, she will make a question&answer session, talk about her mental and […]
- Sebastian Bach Reveals His Favorite Opening Verse In A KISS Song
The well-known Rock music veteran and former Skid Row frontman, Sebastian Bach, has reposted a new tweet of KISS’ fan page called ‘KISSopolis’ via his official Twitter account. In the recent tweet, KISSopolis was asking a question to all fans of KISS to learn that what is your favorite opening verse in a KISS song. Here’s […]
- Digital Albums Sales Reach 7-Month High
But physical album sales continue to plummet to new lows. Continue reading…
- Ex-Dream Theater Mike Portnoy Names The ‘Breaking Bad-Level’ Series He’s Watching These Days
Dream Theater’s legendary former drummer Mike Portnoy has shared a new photo on his verified Instagram page and praised the 3rd season of Netflix’s special series named Ozark. As you might check out the caption of the photo below, Mike stated that the 3rd season of Ozark was the best among all seasons and this […]
- SCORPIONS Singer KLAUS MEINE: It Feels Like We Are Watching A Science-Fiction Movie From The ’80s
German hard rock legends SCORPIONS have released a video message urging the band’s fans to do their part in keeping everybody healthy while they are at home due to the coronavirus pandemic. In the two-and-a-half-minute clip, which can be seen below, SCORPIONS singer Klaus Meine says: “We all go through very difficult times these days. […]
- Green Day Surprise Release ‘Big Otis Guitar Mix’ Remix EP
Three trilogy-era songs get an update. Continue reading…
- 10 Best Pop-Rock Songs of the ’90s: A Discussion
Oh no, we’ve said too much. Continue reading…
- THE PRETTY RECKLESS’s Spring 2020 Tour Rescheduled For September/October
THE PRETTY RECKLESS’s previously announced May 2020 tour has been rescheduled for September/October. Vocalist Taylor Momsen said in a statement: “The health and safety of everyone attending our shows is our number one priority. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, THE PRETTY RECKLESS headline dates in May 2020 have been rescheduled. All tickets remain valid for […]
- System of a Down’s John Dolmayan Ponders Coronavirus Conspiracy Theories
‘It’s not bats and shit like that,’ he surmised. Continue reading…
- New Initiative Offers Kids Free Music Lessons From Members of Megadeth, Anthrax, Sevendust, Soulfly, and More
If you’ve got a kid (or, Hanneman forbid, if you are a kid… why are your reading MetalSucks?!?!) with an interest in music and too much free time on their hands, this should be welcome news: Megadeth bassist David Ellefson’s David Ellefson Youth Music Foundation is teaming up with the Grammy Music Education Coalition for […]
- Vader Release One of the Eight Best Metal Songs Ever Titled “Into Oblivion”
We’re all friends here, right? I can be honest with you, can’t I? Okay, then. I’ll be honest: I cannot think of anything to say about Vader’s new song, “Into Oblivon,” that could not be set about literally any other Vader song. Fuck, I can’t think of anything to be said about Vader’s new song, […]
- DIO’s 1996-2004 Studio Album Collection Lands On Charts Around The Globe
DIO’s recently reissued 1996-2004 studio albums have been met with an amazing worldwide reception, particularly in the United States, Germany and Spain, where all four albums have debuted at impressive chart positions, even surpassing the original releases’ chart positions. “Master Of The Moon” (2004) were released March 20 by BMG in newly remastered versions with […]
- FORBIDDEN Singer RUSS ANDERSON Reveals Rehab Stint For Alcohol Abuse
FORBIDDEN singer Russ Anderson disclosed earlier on Friday that he entered a rehabilitation facility six months ago, saying he had hit “rock bottom” after “drinking heavily” most of his life. Earlier today (April 3), Anderson issued the following statement via the FORBIDDEN social media challens: “To my fans and friends. Yes, I’m still alive! “October […]
- Whitesnake’s David Coverdale Shares New Song That He Wrote During Coronavirus Outbreak
Whitesnake vocalist David Coverdale has shared a new video on his official Twitter account and premiered the new song he wrote in self-quarantine days for the first time ever. As you might already know, coronavirus is a highly contagious disease that made people self-isolate themselves to protect from this danger. So far, over 1M cases […]
- Video Premiere: VADER’s ‘Into Oblivion’
Polish death metal metallers VADER will release their 16th studio album, “Solitude In Madness”, on May 1 via Nuclear Blast. The official music video for the disc’s latest single, “Into Oblivion”, is available below. The clip was directed by Grupa 13, which has previously worked with BEHEMOTH. VADER leader Piotr “Peter” Wiwczarek comments: “Humanity never […]
- Acclaimed French Heavy Metal Cover Artist Accused Of Disemboweling His 80-Year-Old Father
According to the French newspapers Le Parisien and Le Dauphiné Libéré, acclaimed heavy metal cover artist Jean-Pascal “JP” Fournier was arrested on Thursday for allegedly killing his 80-year-old father, Jean-Paul Fournier, by disemboweling him and shooting an arrow in his head. The police apparently discovered Jean-Paul’s body on Wednesday after being alerted by relatives. The […]
- Slipknot’s Corey Taylor’s Wife Makes A Weird ‘Farting’ Confession On Social Media
Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor’s wife, Alicia Taylor, has posted a new tweet on her Twitter account and made a weird farting confession after showing off her vegan food for the fans. A Twitter user named Liminalist Metal Project noticed his post and talked about how vegan meals affect the excretory systems. Alicia Taylor jumped to […]
- Nikki Sixx’s Daughter Wows Fans With Her Gorgeous Legs Lying On The Floor
Mötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx’s daughter, Frankie Sixx, has shared a new photo of herself on her Instagram page and showed off her painting talents under the self-quarantine amid coronavirus outbreak. As you might see in the photo, Frankie appeared in her home’s garage while painting. She mesmerized fans by her perfect legs by wearing […]
- SAMMY HAGAR Pays Tribute To BILL WITHERS
Sammy Hagar has paid tribute to singer-songwriter Bill Withers, who died on Monday from heart complications. He was 81 years old. Earlier today, the former VAN HALEN frontman shared a video of him performing an acoustic version of Withers’s classic R&B song “Ain’t No Sunshine” and he captioned the clip “RIP Bill Withers (1938 – […]
- KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Frontman JESSE LEACH Releases ‘The Path’ Song From THE WAY BACK WITHIN Project
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE frontman Jesse Leach has released a new song from his “meditative ambient music” project THE WAY BACK WITHIN. “The Path” features guest vocals from Jesse’s girlfriend, Philia Porphyra, and can be streamed below. Leach stated the following about the song via Instagram: “While I have time on my hands and many thoughts. One […]
- TRIVIUM Bassist ‘Wouldn’t Be Surprised’ If MEGADETH + LAMB OF GOD Tour Got Postponed
TRIVIUM bassist Paolo Gregoletto says that he “wouldn’t be surprised” if the band’s previously announced North American tour with MEGADETH, LAMB OF GOD and IN FLAMES got postponed. The 55-date trek is currently scheduled to be split into two legs. The first leg of the tour kicks off June 12 at Jiffy Lube Live in […]
- Tool Postpone Remainder of Spring 2020 North American Tour
Read an official statement from the band. Continue reading…
- Testament’s Chuck Billy Confirms A Coronavirus Diagnosis Of A Band Member
During a recent appearance on Joshua Toomey of ‘Diabolus In Podcastica,’ Testament singer Chuck Billy revealed the COVID-19 test results of the band’s bassist, Steve DiGiorgio, and said that he has tested positive for the coronavirus. Chuck Billy previously said that he did not feel well last month after completing the European tour of ‘The Bay Strikes […]
- Acclaimed French Heavy Metal Cover Artist Accused Of Disemboweling 80-Year-Old Father
According to the French newspapers Le Parisien and Le Dauphiné Libéré, acclaimed heavy metal cover artist Jean-Pascal “JP” Fournier was arrested on Thursday for allegedly killing his 80-year-old father, Jean-Paul Fournier, by disemboweling him and shooting an arrow in his head. The police apparently discovered Jean-Paul’s body on Wednesday after being alerted by relatives. The […]
- Gerard Way Addresses the State of My Chemical Romance’s Reunion Tour
The much-awaited My Chemical Romance reunion tour may be put on hold due to COVID-19. Continue reading…
- Queen Legend’s Daughter Celebrates Her Sister’s Birthday With Breast Zooming Video
Queen legend Roger Taylor’s daughter and famous model, Tiger Lily Taylor, has shared a new video on her official Instagram account and celebrated the 20th birthday of her sister, Lola Daisy May Taylor. Tiger Lily took a selfie video while they were chilling and drinking on the couch, and she celebrated the birthday of Lola […]
- SHARON OSBOURNE On OZZY’s Canceled Trip To Switzerland For Medical Treatment: ‘We’ll Get There, Just Later’
Sharon Osbourne spoke to U.K.’s “Today” show about the cancelation of Ozzy Osbourne’s trip to Switzerland to see a doctor who specializes in treatment of Parkinson’s disease. Ozzy was scheduled to travel this month for radical treatment to help him live with his progressive neurological condition. But Sharon revealed that as movement around the world […]
- PAUL STANLEY: If You Need Coronavirus Advice, Listen To The Experts
Paul Stanley has urged everyone to listen to the experts when it comes to deciding how to respond to the coronavirus crisis. Earlier today, the KISS frontman took to his Twitter to share a Yahoo! article about an open letter that was signed by dozens of professors and teachers of journalism and communications calling out […]
- See CHESTER BENNINGTON’s GREY DAZE Video For ‘Sometimes’
GREY DAZE has released “Sometimes”, the third single from the band’s upcoming album “Amends” (June 26, Loma Vista Recordings), with a corresponding video that showcases the Chester Bennington-written song’s message of hope amidst unexpected times. “Sometimes things just seem to fall apart, when you least expect them to,” offers Bennington in the lyrically profound three-and-a-half […]
- Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda Gives A New Update On His New Project: “It’s Finished!”
Mike Shinoda, who is the co-founder of Linkin Park, has shared a new tweet about his new project on his official Twitter account and made a short statement about it. As you can remember, Mike Shinoda had made a stream live video via Twitch and showed his unique songwriting process for the followers. Today, he made a new […]
- Rock + Metal Virtual Performance Streaming Calendar
Make the best of the quarantine. Continue reading…
- Watch WHITESNAKE’s Previously Unreleased Video For ‘Sail Away’ From ‘The Purple Album’
WHITESNAKE has released an official music video for the song “Sail Away”, taken from the band’s 2015 album, “The Purple Album”. The effort was billed as “a re-imagination of classic songs from frontman David Coverdale’s time as the lead singer for DEEP PURPLE’s Mark III and Mark IV studio albums.” Coverdale was DEEP PURPLE’s vocalist […]
- Dirty Honey Still Plan to Record New Album Despite Coronavirus — Exclusive Interview
They have ‘big news’ for later this year. Continue reading…
- Video Premiere: SKILLET’s ‘Save Me’
SKILLET’s official music video for the song “Save Me” can be seen below. The track is taken from the band’s tenth full-length album, “Victorious”, which was released last August via Atlantic. SKILLET frontman John Cooper told Cryptic Rock: “‘Save Me’ was a song where I had written the chorus melody… I was thinking I could […]
- Trivium Bassist Paolo Gregoletto on MetalSucks Quarantine Chats Episode #3
You’re quarantined, we’re quarantined, everyone’s quarantined… including all the metal musicians you love. In our new series, Quarantine Chats, we’re connecting with metal heroes in their homes to find out how they’re coping with isolation, how they’re staying busy during these trying times, and how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted their band’s plans. In today’s […]
- Ted Nugent’s Wife Shemane Leaks The Private Letter From Donald Trump
American vocalist and guitarist Ted Nugent’s wife, Shemane Nugent, has shared a couple of photos on her official Instagram account and leaked an unknown letter they got from the 45th president of the United States, Donald Trump. As you might remember, Ted and Shemane visited the White House and Donald Trump in 2017 and spent […]
- PAUL STANLEY Poses As ‘Tiger King’ Star JOE EXOTIC In Epic New Meme
Paul Stanley has shared a new meme of himself as “Tiger King” star Joe Exotic. The KISS frontman took to his Twitter to post the funny photo of himself posing as Joe — former owner of an exotic animal park in the United States. Stanley wrote in an accompanying message: ” OMG!!! Found THIS… EVERYONE […]
- Primal Fear to release new studio album ‘Metal Commando’ on July 17th
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- Vince Neil Trains for Sure-To-Be-Cancelled Tour, Trapt Frontman Keeps Whining, and More Stories You May Have Missed This Week
The MetalSucks Playlist — Week of March 30 – April 3, 2020 Did you miss some of this week’s top stories in the world of metal? Catch up below: Here is video of Mötley Crüe’s Vince Neil getting into shape for the band’s summer tour, which we’re guessing will be cancelled.Trapt’s frontman claims he’s being […]
- Report: Death Angel’s Will Carroll Offers Health Update After 12-Day Coma
Great to have you back, Will Carroll! Continue reading…
- Elton John Pays Respect To A Massive Charity Show: “$10 Million For Covid-19 Relief”
One of the most legendary musicians of all time and a famous social media personality, Sir Elton John, posted a new Instagram photo on his verified Instagram page and broke his silence about the COVID-19. After the pandemic disease spreads all parts of the world, Sir Elton John posted his first-ever message about the coronavirus […]
- Fall Out Boy Donating $100K to Chicago Community Covid-19 Response Fund
Philanthropy on high! Continue reading…
- Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour Makes A Live Stream With His Family Amid Covid-19 Epidemic
Pink Floyd legend David Gilmour has shared a new post on his official Twitter account and announced the live stream he made with his wife, Polly Samson. In the live stream, David and his wife answered the question that they got from the fans. Also, David showed how important to be close with your family […]
- This Obscure Late ’90s / Early ’00s Nu-Metal Live Show YouTube Channel is a Gold Mine
Those making the argument that nu-metal is back by pointing to the continued popularity of groups like Korn, Limp Bizkit and System of a Down haven’t really sold me — those bands never really went away. And the young bands on the scene that incorporate nu-metal into their sound, like Vein and Code Orange, do […]
- Guns N’ Roses Star’s Daughter Rocks A Tiny Green Bikini With A Mirror Selfie
Grace McKagan, who is the daughter of Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan, has shared a new photo on Instagram Stories and captivated admirers by showing off her appearance before the pool time. In this photo, Grace took a mirror selfie before going to the pool by wearing a light green bikini and crop top. […]
- Eddie Van Halen’s ‘Good Old Days’ Before The Cancer Diagnosis Photo Revealed
Legendary Van Halen guitarist Eddie Van Halen’s wife, Janie Liszewski Van Halen, has shared a new photo on her Instagram account and exposed a sweet moment with her husband. As you might remember, Eddie Van Halen was diagnosed with throat cancer in the middle of 2019. The reliable sources confirmed that his treatment sessions are finished […]
- POWERMAN 5000 Teases ‘Black Lipstick’ Single
A teaser for POWERMAN 5000’s new single, “Black Lipstick”, is available below. The track, which will be released soon, is taken from the band’s upcoming album, “The Noble Rot”, due later in the year via Cleopatra Records. When POWERMAN 5000’s new deal with Cleopatra Records was first announced last month, vocalist Spider One said: “We […]
- Allegaeon Go Prog With Epic Cover of Yes Classic ‘Roundabout’
Listen to the blistering cover. Continue reading…
