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The first time Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda of Agoura Hills, California, recalls feeling “starstruck” was when his band opened for System of a Down years ago. Both Linkin Park and System of a Down have solidified their status as the two largest bands to emerge from the heavy metal scenes of the 1990s and 2000s, … Read more
In a recent interview with Ultimate Classic Rock, former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick expressed his thoughts on not being involved in the band’s final show at New York City’s Madison Square Garden. Kulick mentioned that he wasn’t asked or invited to attend, and had an understanding of this situation since the final shows were announced. … Read more
The DeadMike.com YouTube channel recently uploaded videos from Lita’s concert on December 16 at the Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land, Texas. Lita, in a conversation with Robert Miguel from Uvalde Radio Rocks, discussed the delays in her upcoming album, attributing them to the complexities of the music industry and the need to align various … Read more
Kenneth “K.K.” Downing, the former guitarist of Judas Priest, recently shared a video reflecting on the band’s iconic album “Defenders Of The Faith” as it reaches its 40th anniversary. He fondly recalls the recording process, spanning from Spain to Florida, and expresses his affection for the album, listing tracks like ‘Freewheel Burning’, ‘Jawbreaker’, ‘Rock Hard, … Read more
The renowned alt-metal band KORN is set to electrify London with their largest U.K. headline show in seven years, slated for August 11 at Gunnersbury Park. This eagerly anticipated concert marks a significant return for the band, celebrated for their groundbreaking contributions to the music world. KORN, having sold an impressive 40 million albums globally … Read more
In an interview with Larry Mac on 96.1 KLPX, Jeff Keith, the lead singer of TESLA, discussed his musical inspirations. He recalled his first concert experience at the 1978 ‘Day On The Green’ in Oakland Coliseum, highlighting performances by Van Halen and AC/DC, especially Bon Scott’s commanding presence, as his primary influence. Keith also mentioned … Read more
Richmond, Virginia’s trailblazing heavy metal ensemble, Bad Omens, has carved a niche for themselves in the modern metal landscape since their inception in 2015. Their journey began with a bang, with their 2016 debut album capturing the attention of the heavy music community. Now, with a career spanning nine years and three albums, including the … Read more
Five Finger Death Punch, a metal band from Las Vegas, Nevada, formed in 2005, has risen to prominence remarkably quickly in the metal music scene. Despite the legacy of bands like Slayer and Megadeth, Five Finger Death Punch claims to have secured the #2 spot behind Metallica in terms of global heavy metal popularity, a … Read more
Max Cavalera’s departure from Sepultura in 1996 marked a significant moment in metal history, ending his involvement with the band he co-founded in the early 1980s. This event left fans and the music world in shock, stemming from a complex mix of personal and professional tensions. **Inter-band Tension and Management Issues:** A major factor in … Read more
Kerry King, the former guitarist for Slayer, is known for his outspoken opinions, especially when it comes to music. Throughout his career in the thrash metal scene, he has often been candid about his views on other bands. One significant instance of this was his reaction to Metallica’s “St. Anger” album. King was very critical, … Read more
