At a recent concert in Toledo, Ohio, John Mellencamp found himself at odds with an audience member, leading to a tense moment captured on a TikTok video. During the performance, Mellencamp was interrupted by someone shouting for him to “play some music,” to which he sharply retorted: “Do you really think I haven’t been playing … Read more
At the SXSW festival, Jon Bon Jovi shed light on the topic of Richie Sambora’s potential return to the band during a conversation that involved director Gotham Chopra and other members of Bon Jovi. The talk was part of the promotion for the forthcoming documentary series, ‘Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story.’ Jon Bon … Read more
In a recent discussion with Guitar World, Billie Joe Armstrong opened up about the challenges Green Day faced in the early 2000s and their determination to persevere as a group. By the late ’90s, Green Day had established themselves as rock royalty, with chart-toppers like ‘Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)’ and groundbreaking albums such … Read more
In a recent interview with Guitar World, Max Cavalera opened up about his deep appreciation for Deep Purple, aligning them with iconic bands such as Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin in terms of influence. During the conversation, he unveiled his personal list of the top 10 guitarists who have significantly influenced his musical style. Ritchie … Read more
The song “Don’t Stop Believin’” has been honored with an 18-times platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America, with Forbes declaring it the most monumental song ever. Neal Schon, a member of the band, couldn’t hide his enthusiasm as he shared this achievement with his followers on social media. He exclaimed, “We now … Read more
Michael Monroe recently shared his thoughts on Vince Neil’s live performance during an interview with Janne Innanfors on Rockklassiker radio in Sweden. The lead singer of Hanoi Rocks recounted his first experience watching Mötley Crüe perform live. Although he had a chance to see them earlier when Alice Cooper was their opening act in Finland, … Read more
Eddie Vedder, the lead singer of Pearl Jam, recently shared his admiration for Taylor Swift’s fanbase, drawing an unexpected comparison to punk rock audiences. In an interview with Mojo, Vedder recounted the experience of attending a Taylor Swift concert with his daughter. He was particularly struck by the camaraderie and spirit of Swift’s fans. Vedder … Read more
In a heartfelt conversation with the Regina Leader-Post, Steve Lukather of Toto revealed his deep dedication to sustaining the band’s heritage, despite facing numerous challenges including the loss of founding members Jeff Porcaro in 1992 and Mike Porcaro in 2015, as well as the retirement of significant figures like Steve Porcaro and David Hungate. Despite … Read more
In a recent interview with Riff X’s Metal XS, Mick Mars delved into the complex series of events that led to his exit from Mötley Crüe, framing it as something that was bound to happen eventually. Mars candidly spoke about the legal disagreements that surfaced after he declared his retirement from touring due to health … Read more
Ted Nugent shared his deep remorse over giving away his cherished Byrdland guitar to the Hard Rock Café, in a candid conversation with Guitar World. Reflecting on a decision that still troubles him, Nugent explained how he got caught up in the mid-eighties trend of rock icons donating their instruments to the famed café chain. … Read more