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Marilyn Manson’s social media channels broke a years-long silence with the bombshell announcement of a summer tour alongside Five Finger Death Punch and Slaughter to Prevail. The controversial rocker, facing a maelstrom of abuse allegations, appears undeterred. His Instagram post, featuring only the tour poster with the caption “Marilyn Manson will be going on tour … Read more

Judas Priest guitarist Richie Faulkner opened up to Ultimate Guitar about the ongoing collaboration with band legend Glenn Tipton, whose battle with Parkinson’s disease impacts his physical performance. The disease deteriorates motor skills, making the complex fretwork Tipton is known for increasingly difficult. Yet, as Faulkner notes, Tipton’s songwriting spark lives on, a testament to … Read more

For forty years, OVERKILL has been blazing trails in the world of metal, crafting unforgettable moments that define the genre. This April, they’re embarking on their “Scorching Latin America 2024” tour, bringing their electrifying performances to ten cities across the region. Starting on April 11th in Guadalajara, Mexico, the tour will journey through Costa Rica, … Read more

Ted Nugent lauds Kanye West as a visionary, his words echoing through the corridors of admiration. In an illuminating discourse with Fox News, West’s unwavering support for Donald Trump and his outspoken stance on contentious issues stirred a tempest of opinions. While many chose to castigate the rapper’s viewpoints, Nugent stood steadfast in his appreciation … Read more

In the grand tapestry of modern metal history, few collaborations sparkle with the same ethereal brilliance as that between Finland’s symphonic metal maestros and the esteemed label NUCLEAR BLAST. As the calendar turns to 2024, it marks a remarkable two-decade journey of musical enchantment. Today, amidst the harmonious symphony of celebration, the international metal powerhouse … Read more

Korn is gearing up to mark the 30th anniversary of their iconic debut album with a colossal show at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on October 5. The lineup boasts a mix of nostalgia and fresh talent, featuring Evanescence, Gojira, Daron Malakian and Scars On Broadway, Spiritbox, and Vended. Expressing his gratitude for the … Read more

Mark Tremonti, the driving force behind Alter Bridge, wears his Metallica fandom proudly. He attributes his musical journey to the thrash metal giants, particularly their 1986 masterpiece, Master of Puppets. While the shredding solos and headbanging anthems are undeniably powerful, it’s Metallica’s mastery of dynamics that resonates deeply with Tremonti. Reflecting on Metallica’s impact, Tremonti … Read more

In a recent interview with Greg Prato of Songfacts, Dave Mustaine, the visionary force behind MEGADETH, has once again ignited the spark for another chapter of the iconic “Big Four” concerts in the thrash metal realm. Mustaine, ever the advocate for a grand musical spectacle, discussed the prospect of a reunion, expressing, “I really think … Read more

In a recent guest appearance on Speak N’ Destroy, legendary SLAYER drummer Dave Lombardo unfolded a captivating narrative detailing his almost-foray into MEGADETH when he initially departed from SLAYER in 1986. The departure from SLAYER during the Reign in Blood tour was prompted by Lombardo’s financial concerns, as he candidly expressed, “I wasn’t making any … Read more

Legendary producer Max Norman, known for his sonic stamp on heavyweights like Ozzy Osbourne, recently spoke out on the changing landscape of rock music. His concerns? A vanishing dynamic range (think: the contrast between soft and loud) and diminishing emotional depth, especially when it comes to guitarists. Norman blames, in part, our social media-fueled world. … Read more