In a recent twist of rock drama, David Lee Roth, the iconic vocalist of Van Halen, has taken to the airwaves with another candid recording, this time aiming his banter at Wolfgang Van Halen, son of the legendary Eddie Van Halen and current frontman for Mammoth WVH. Roth, known for his colorful storytelling, delves into … Read more
In a standout moment during Disturbed’s recent performance in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the spotlight shifted to a 13-year-old named Brady, who was invited onstage to join the band in a rocking collaboration. Captured in video footage, the band’s frontman, David Draiman, is seen standing alongside Brady, who hands him a poster bearing a special request. … Read more
Out of the blue, Dream Theater stunned the music world with the surprising announcement of the return of their original drummer, Mike Portnoy, in October 2023. Portnoy had parted ways with the band in 2010, making way for Mike Mangini to take up the drumming mantle for the subsequent 13 years. Despite the decade-long collaboration … Read more
According to a report from Roger Friedman’s Showbiz 411, there’s buzz that guitarist Richie Sambora will be present to celebrate when Jon Bon Jovi receives the honor of being named the 2024 MusiCares Person Of The Year. The prestigious event is scheduled for Friday, February 2, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Traditionally, the Person … Read more
In a recent interview conducted by Anthony Marinelli, the seasoned engineer Ross Hogarth delved into the intriguing dynamics surrounding the inclusion of Eddie Van Halen’s son, Wolfgang Van Halen, into the iconic band, Van Halen, effectively replacing the former bassist, Michael Anthony. Hogarth shed light on the profound bond and inherent musical connection between Eddie … Read more
Regrettably, Metal Church has had to call off its entire roster of live performances for the year 2024 due to an ongoing back injury afflicting its guitarist, Kurdt Vanderhoof. The band had ambitious plans to embark on a tour throughout the year, aiming to promote their latest album, “Congregation Of Annihilation.” This unforeseen development has … Read more
In a recent conversation with Sense Music Media, Dez Fafara of Coal Chamber didn’t shy away from making a bold declaration, asserting that Pantera, not Metallica, deserves the coveted title of the best heavy metal band in the world. Fafara, known for his close ties with Pantera’s Philip Anselmo, steered the focus toward the music … Read more
Prepare for an electrifying collision of American and German thrash metal supremacy as Anthrax and Kreator join forces for an explosive European tour at the end of the year. Adding to the sonic onslaught, Testament will also be gracing the stage, making this lineup an absolute thrash metal enthusiast’s dream. For devoted followers of the … Read more
The culmination of a foreseen chapter in music history is now official as Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary heavy metal vocalist renowned for his roles in Black Sabbath and his solo career, is set to conclude his illustrious journey with a pair of farewell performances in his hometown of Birmingham, England. The revelation unfolded in an … Read more
Stone Gossard, the guitar virtuoso of Pearl Jam, recently delved into the profound influence of 80s rock bands on his musical journey during a captivating interview on the Let There Be Talk podcast. Reflecting on the impact of the first Motley Crue record, Gossard remarked, “The first Motley Crue record was punk-rock to me.” He … Read more