In a recent chat with American Songwriter, Kirk Hammett shed light on where Metallica stands in the music scene today, as well as their vision moving forward. The lead guitarist shared: “As the band grows, I see that as a positive sign. Our aim is to continue creating music that unites and supports our fans. … Read more

In a recent episode of The Vinyl Guide Podcast, drummer Charlie Benante shared insights about his involvement in PANTERA’s highly anticipated return to the stage. The revived PANTERA lineup, featuring Phil Anselmo on vocals, Rex Brown on bass, Zakk Wylde on guitar, and Charlie Benante on drums, is gearing up to headline major festivals across … Read more

Mick Mars, the renowned guitarist of MÖTLEY CRÜE, recently delved into the intricacies of his ongoing legal battle with the iconic hard rock band during a candid interview on Riff X‘s “Metal XS.” Mars expressed a sense of acceptance regarding the situation, acknowledging that such disputes are not uncommon in the music industry. Discussing his … Read more

VENDED, led by Griffin Taylor, the talented son of Corey Taylor from iconic bands SLIPKNOT and STONE SOUR, has recently unveiled a captivating music video for their latest single, “The Far Side.” Adding to their lineage of rock royalty, the band features Simon Crahan on drums, who happens to be the son of SLIPKNOT‘s Shawn … Read more

Last night, under the starry embrace of Osaka, Japan, the pulse of heavy music surged as Jay Weinberg, erstwhile drummer of SLIPKNOT, took the stage for his inaugural performance with SUICIDAL TENDENCIES. The air crackled with anticipation, a palpable energy reverberating through the venue as fans bore witness to this historic moment. Below, you can … Read more

During a recent captivating episode of “The Power Hour,” the legendary guitarist Zakk Wylde delved into the depths of reminiscence, unraveling Ozzy Osbourne‘s fascinating perspective on the zenith of BLACK SABBATH’s illustrious career, juxtaposed against Geezer Butler’s profound admiration for the quintessential essence embodied in “Master of Reality.” The first eight opuses of BLACK SABBATH … Read more

Yesterday, on March 14th, a reimagined rendition of SLIPKNOT’s iconic album “Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat.” emerged, courtesy of the band’s original vocalist, Anders Colsefni. However, a storm brewed as Colsefni took to his Facebook sanctuary to unveil a troubling revelation regarding the album’s resurrection: it was unleashed into the world without his blessing. In a … Read more

In a candid discussion with Sense Music Media, the enigmatic frontman of OBITUARY, John Tardy, delved into the intricacies of the band’s creative process and the significance of taking ample time between album releases. Reflecting on the evolution of their songwriting, Tardy illuminated the importance of allowing ideas to gestate, marinate, and ultimately flourish over … Read more

In a recent chat with Drumeo, Wolfgang Van Halen discussed his role in Van Halen, particularly how he and his uncle, Alex Van Halen, had to cover for Eddie Van Halen’s timing during performances. “I think I saw you playing bass in 2012 on A Different Kind of Truth Tour with Van Halen playing, I … Read more

The long-awaited reunion between Wolfgang Van Halen and Michael Anthony was truly a family affair. When Anthony surprised Wolfgang backstage in Las Vegas, the two hadn’t seen each other in over two decades, setting aside any lingering tensions following Wolfgang’s replacement of Anthony in Van Halen. “People try to make it seem like there’s animosity … Read more