The early 90s marked a seismic shift in Western alternative music, primarily due to Metallica’s “Black Album” and Nirvana’s “Nevermind.” This era ushered in a new musical ethos, where bravado and raw aggression made way for groove and emotional depth. It was in this transformative landscape that Tool, a band destined to become a titan … Read more
Arch Enemy, a prominent Swedish melodic death metal band, recently announced a significant lineup change. Jeff Loomis, their guitarist for nearly a decade, has departed from the band. His tenure was marked by worldwide tours and a strong camaraderie within the group, as noted by founding guitarist Michael Amott. Amott expressed both respect and well-wishes … Read more
Avenged Sevenfold’s recent album, “Life Is But a Dream…,” has become a topic of intense discussion among metal enthusiasts. Highly praised for its bold artistic direction by critics, it has also faced mixed reactions from fans, who feel it strays too far from the band’s traditional style. Synyster Gates, the band’s guitarist, reflected on this … Read more
AC/DC made a triumphant return to the stage after a seven-year hiatus, headlining the Power Trip festival in Indio, California, on October 7. The iconic rock band delivered a thrilling 24-song lineup at the Empire Polo Club, electrifying the second day of the festival. Notably, this concert saw AC/DC kick off their set with “If … Read more
Bill Ward, the founding drummer of Black Sabbath, recently announced that he is actively working in the studio, creating new records. In a video message shared on social media, the 75-year-old expressed his New Year wishes and introduced his studio team, including Bill, Mikey, and TJ. He acknowledged the current challenging times and expressed a … Read more
Scott Ian, the iconic guitarist of ANTHRAX, marked his 60th birthday with a grand celebration at Galpin Speed Shop in Van Nuys, California. The event was a star-studded affair, featuring jam sessions with several renowned musicians. Ian’s ANTHRAX colleagues Charlie Benante and Frank Bello were present, along with Jerry Cantrell of ALICE IN CHAINS, Doug … Read more
Evanescence, the renowned rock band, recently released a music video for “Yeah Right”, a track from their album “The Bitter Truth”. This video, directed and edited by Eric Richter, captures moments from their October 2023 Latin American tour. “The Bitter Truth”, their first album with new material in ten years, debuted in March 2021 under … Read more
METALLICA recently shared a professionally filmed video of their performance of “The Unforgiven” from their first concert in Saudi Arabia on December 14. The band headlined the opening night of the Soundstorm festival in Riyadh. Their setlist included 16 songs like “Creeping Death,” “Enter Sandman,” and “Master Of Puppets.” Other artists at Soundstorm included Pharrell … Read more
James Hetfield, the lead vocalist of Metallica, shared his reflections and aspirations in a recent episode of “The Metallica Report,” a podcast dedicated to all things related to the band. As 2024 approaches, Hetfield expressed his gratitude for the past year and his excitement for the future. He emphasized the importance of self-improvement and spreading … Read more
Nu-metal, also stylized as nü-metal, is a subgenre of alternative metal that combines elements of heavy metal music with influences from genres such as grunge, hip hop, and alternative rock. It emerged in the mid-1990s and gained mainstream popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Nu-Metal Bands Some notable bands that are often classified … Read more
