In a recent Metal Hammer interview, SLAYER’s Kerry King shared his early encounters with METALLICA. He vividly recalled seeing them pre-Bay Area days, even before they were a full-fledged band, reminiscing about watching them perform alongside Dave Mustaine. Kerry was drawn to their speed metal style, which hadn’t been officially labeled as thrash metal yet. … Read more
SEPULTURA’s guitarist Andreas Kisser recently hinted at a possible reunion with Max and Iggor Cavalera for a final show, though he acknowledges it’s a long shot. In an interview on Transamérica radio’s Conectados program in São Paulo, Andreas discussed the idea of getting back together with the Cavalera brothers. He said, “I think the idea … Read more
The Santa Cruz hardcore band, SCOWL, made a bold move by backing out of Welcome To Rockville. They weren’t happy about the U.S. Army sponsoring the Daytona Beach-based music festival by DWP. SCOWL’s decision to skip Welcome To Rockville mirrors their earlier choice to say no to an official SXSW showcase for similar reasons. Here’s … Read more
In 2024, Rock Fest in Wisconsin is getting a major upgrade: moshing is finally allowed but with a twist. The organizers of the yearly summer bash in Cadott, Wisconsin, just announced the lineup for 2024, along with some cool new changes. One big change is that moshing, which was a no-go before, is now allowed—but … Read more
The Pantera celebration shows have been a hit among fans, who have expressed interest in a Pantera live album. Currently, the lineup includes Phil Anselmo, Rex Brown, Charlie Benante from Anthrax, and Zakk Wylde from Black Label Society. This configuration was approved by the estates of Vinnie Paul and “Dimebag” Darrell Abbott, as reported by … Read more
PANTERA‘s bassist Rex Brown shared insights about the decision to reunite the band for a tour. The lineup includes Phil Anselmo on vocals, Rex Brown on bass, Zakk Wylde on guitar, and Charlie Benante on drums. They are set to headline major festivals across North America, South America, and Europe, as well as perform their … Read more
SKID ROW has decided to part ways with Erik Grönwall, their Swedish vocalist. Lzzy Hale from HALESTORM, a close friend of the band, will step in to sing at their upcoming concerts. Erik made this decision because he feels that the demands of touring and traveling aren’t good for his overall health and recovery. He … Read more
In a recent chat with Classic Rock, Steve Harris shared his thoughts about the future of IRON MAIDEN, hinting that the band’s journey may not last forever. When asked about a potential new album, Harris emphasized their focus on touring while they still can. He also acknowledged the possibility of the band’s eventual end, noting … Read more
In a recent talk with Germany’s Rock Antenne, Rob Halford from Judas Priest was asked if the band was thinking about calling it quits anytime soon. He said, “No way.” He explained that dwelling on the end can bring down the band’s energy like a light slowly fading away. He emphasized how grateful they all … Read more
In a recent interview with Classic Rock, Steve Harris hinted that IRON MAIDEN‘s days as a band might not last forever. When asked about a new album, Harris mentioned their focus on touring while they can. He also acknowledged the possibility of the band’s eventual end, noting that their current joy in touring may come … Read more