Shinedown’s Brent Smith isn’t just giving lip service when he calls fans the band’s “only boss.” In a recent iHeartRadio interview, he described their relationship with the audience as a driving force behind Shinedown’s music and approach. This isn’t about pandering, but a fundamental belief that their work resonates because of that connection. “Whether they’ve … Read more

Sebastian Bach used a Q&A session on ‘The 80s Cruise’ to vent about Skid Row’s lack of reunion, drawing an unflattering comparison to the therapy-fueled drama in Metallica’s ‘Some Kind of Monster’ documentary. “Nobody helped Skid Row… it was like, ‘You guys are on your own. Figure it out,’” he complained. Pointing to the success … Read more

Trent Reznor, the famously introspective frontman of Nine Inch Nails, marked the 30th anniversary of ‘The Downward Spiral’ with a social media post that revealed deep ambivalence. While admitting that dwelling on the past “feels dangerous”, he found himself revisiting the raw, self-destructive album. The result was both moving and painful – “it still excites … Read more

Sharon Osbourne, never one to mince words, dropped a verbal bombshell inside the ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ house by taking aim at Adele’s accent. Prompted by Kate Middleton’s uncle Gary Goldsmith questioning if Adele has “lost her way,” Osbourne pounced. “That whole ‘Oh love, I’m so English’ routine? Cut the crap,” she scoffed, ” You don’t … Read more

Marilyn Manson’s social media channels broke a years-long silence with the bombshell announcement of a summer tour alongside Five Finger Death Punch and Slaughter to Prevail. The controversial rocker, facing a maelstrom of abuse allegations, appears undeterred. His Instagram post, featuring only the tour poster with the caption “Marilyn Manson will be going on tour … Read more

Judas Priest guitarist Richie Faulkner opened up to Ultimate Guitar about the ongoing collaboration with band legend Glenn Tipton, whose battle with Parkinson’s disease impacts his physical performance. The disease deteriorates motor skills, making the complex fretwork Tipton is known for increasingly difficult. Yet, as Faulkner notes, Tipton’s songwriting spark lives on, a testament to … Read more

For forty years, OVERKILL has been blazing trails in the world of metal, crafting unforgettable moments that define the genre. This April, they’re embarking on their “Scorching Latin America 2024” tour, bringing their electrifying performances to ten cities across the region. Starting on April 11th in Guadalajara, Mexico, the tour will journey through Costa Rica, … Read more

Ted Nugent lauds Kanye West as a visionary, his words echoing through the corridors of admiration. In an illuminating discourse with Fox News, West’s unwavering support for Donald Trump and his outspoken stance on contentious issues stirred a tempest of opinions. While many chose to castigate the rapper’s viewpoints, Nugent stood steadfast in his appreciation … Read more

In the grand tapestry of modern metal history, few collaborations sparkle with the same ethereal brilliance as that between Finland’s symphonic metal maestros and the esteemed label NUCLEAR BLAST. As the calendar turns to 2024, it marks a remarkable two-decade journey of musical enchantment. Today, amidst the harmonious symphony of celebration, the international metal powerhouse … Read more

Korn is gearing up to mark the 30th anniversary of their iconic debut album with a colossal show at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on October 5. The lineup boasts a mix of nostalgia and fresh talent, featuring Evanescence, Gojira, Daron Malakian and Scars On Broadway, Spiritbox, and Vended. Expressing his gratitude for the … Read more