During an appearance on a recent episode of the "Riffhard" podcast, TESTAMENT guitarist Alex Skolnick reflected on the band's early musical output and how it has stood the test of time in the three and a half decades since it was originally recorded. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "METALLICA found a way to make their music very popular, but they really kind of broke loose from the scene that they came up in. And it's brilliant what they did, but they're really the only ones that could achieve any mainstream popularity. They ended up being one of the biggest bands in the world. But the rest of the bands, the bands that were influenced by METALLICA — folks talk about the 'Big Six' or whatever: TESTAMENT, EXODUS, OVERKILL, DEATH ANGEL, maybe you could add FORBIDDEN, and then argue about who else would be there — but all of those bands, it was so left field and it wasn't a sign of the time. It got no mainstream attention other than an hour on MTV on Saturday nights where they'd play some of the videos. Yeah, somehow in the 2000s, it's almost like the times caught up with it. And then once you had the bands that were playing on Ozzfest, for example, guys that were a few years younger than me, not so much, but, yeah, LAMB OF GOD, SLIPKNOT and so forth, and they managed to reach pretty big audiences — still do. So it's weird. So then, just next to groups like that, if we play the songs that we had from back in the day — I don't know — it doesn't sound dated for some reason. Whereas you could play any number of songs from the time period, the late '80s that were very popular, that were on regular rotation on MTV and played on the radio and a little bit more commercialized and catchy and more image-based, and it feels much more dated. It's very strange."

ALEX SKOLNICK: METALLICA Was Only Band From 1980s Thrash Scene Who Could Achieve Any Mainstream Popularity

Pennsylvania State

Reading, PA

Fan-filmed video of Kerry King's entire August 8 performance at the Santander Arena in Reading, Pennsylvania can be seen below. 07. Raining Blood (SLAYER song) 08. Black Magic (SLAYER song) 09. From Hell I Rise. The SLAYER guitarist's solo band played its first concert as the support act for LAMB...

Watch: KERRY KING Performs In Reading, Pennsylvania During 'Ashes Of Leviathan' Tour

San Francisco, CA

KK'S PRIEST, which features former JUDAS PRIEST members K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim "Ripper" Owens (vocals),has added two PRIEST classics to its setlist on KK'S PRIEST's ongoing European tour: "Sinner" and PRIEST's version of the Joan Baez song "Diamonds And Rust". Fan-filmed video of performances of both tracks at various shows on the trek, including last weekend's Wacken Open Air festival in Wacken, Germany, can be seen below.

Watch: KK'S PRIEST Adds 'Sinner' And 'Diamonds And Rust' To Setlist On European Tour

American Songwriter

Tribute rock songs are usually quite good at getting a tear or two out of even the toughest rock fans. These five tracks were either written for someone who is no longer with us or released in honor of rock musicians who have since passed on. 1. Neil Young Wrote...

5 Rock Songs That Were Written as Tribute To Other Musicians

Eddie, along with his brother Alex, formed the band Van Halen, catapulting to fame with their electrifying performances and revolutionary sound. Eddie's groundbreaking guitar skills redefined the rock genre. 2 / 7. Van Halen. Debut Album 'Van Halen'(1978):. The self-titled debut album showcased Eddie's virtuoso guitar work, featuring the iconic...

Eddie Van Halen: What Was The Rockstar's Cause Of Death?

Los Angeles County, CA

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She was like an intriguing cross between Charlie's Angels actress Kate Jackson and Popeye movie star Shelley Duvall. Her name was Beth Howland, and it's been 8 years since her tragic death from lung cancer on May 24, 2016, just four days before what would have been her 75th birthday.

A Look Back at the Life of Actress Beth Howland (From TV's 'Alice'): 8 Years After Her Tragic Death

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Lindsey Buckingham is widely regarded as one of the top living guitarists and was the driving force behind Fleetwood Mac’s iconic albums like Rumours and Tusk. While his work with Fleetwood Mac is legendary, his solo efforts have quietly showcased his artistic bravery and innovation. Think About Me. From...

10 Career-Defining Guitar Compositions Of Lindsey Buckingham

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By 2000, Oasis stood virtually alone in the rock world.Their 1995 single, Wonderwall, had reached the permanent ubiquity that would decades later transform it into a meme, and in 1996, the band – without any need to headline an existing festival – simply created their own, drawing 125,000 people a night.In 1997, the band released Be Here Now, a true carnival of excess that shattered sales records. The album's biggest hit clocked in at an incredible nine minutes, and it was infamously stuffed head to toe with mountains of guitar overdubs in a quantity not heard since the reign of...

Why Noel Gallagher overhauled his Oasis rig at the peak of the band's success

Port Richey, FL

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Zakk Wylde has reassured that Pantera is not Pantera without Dimebag Darrell and Vinnie Paul, stating that the band’s current tour is “the Pantera celebration. It’s not Pantera”. Wylde joins Pantera surviving members Philip Anselmo (vocals), Rex Brown (bass), and Charlie Benante (drums) for their current...

“It’s the Pantera celebration – It’s not Pantera”: Zakk Wylde says Pantera will always be “Dime, Vinnie, Phil and Rex”

Irvine, CA

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A woman is suspected of stealing a package from a Woodbridge doorstep on July 10, according to the Irvine Police Department . The police believe she may be responsible for other thefts. Her bag appears to say, “Here are a few of my favorite things.” Unfortunately, the things in her bag belong to other people.

The Irvine Police are on the hunt for a chubby package thief on a scooter

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

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Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Boston, MA

Foxborough, MA

PANTERA bassist Rex Brown, who turned 60 on July 27, celebrated his birthday prior to the band's August 2 concert at the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts as the support act for METALLICA. An extended video recap of the birthday celebration in Boston, the PANTERA pre-show rehearsal and the concert can be seen below.

Watch: PANTERA's REX BROWN Celebrates 60th Birthday In Boston

Orlando, FL

Orlando’s beloved New York Bagel And Deli, a hotspot for anyone craving a taste of the Big Apple, has hit a snag. Known for its extensive menu that includes New York-style bagels, pizza, heroes, wraps, and more, the eatery recently faced a temporary shutdown following a state inspection.

Dead and live roaches, food and coffee lids stored on the floor- Beloved Florida eatery closed

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For more than 160 years, Macy's has been much more than a department store. It's a cornerstone of American shopping, with generations eager to buy everything from back-to-school clothes to holiday gifts. But now it is a surprise that the store has been forced to close, leaving millions to wonder how such a powerful and fast-moving brand could be defeated. Macy's, the US retail giant, now faces a difficult future. Signs of trouble have been showing for several years, including declining traffic, aging stores, and an inability to keep up with a fast-paced retail environment. However, experts say the real story is corporate mismanagement, intense competition, and a lack of innovation.

The Fall of Macy's: Inside the Collapse of America's Largest Merchant

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

In a new interview with Poland's Televizornia, former VENOM and current VENOM INC. frontman Tony "Demolition Man" Dolan spoke about his relationship with other current and former VENOM members, including Conrad "Cronos" Lant, Jeff "Mantas" Dunn and Antony "Abaddon" Bray. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, definitely Mantas is my brother. Yeah, I mean, we're just brothers. It's as simple as that. We love creating music together.

TONY DOLAN Tries Not To Have Any Issues With Other Former And Current VENOM Members: 'I Love Them All'

In a new interview with Anne Erickson of Audio Ink Radio, Kerry King, who is currently touring with his solo band, was asked if he is looking forward to playing with SLAYER again at three festival shows in September and October. He responded: "I haven't seen — I've texted Gary [Holt, SLAYER guitarist] off and on and Paul's [Bostaph, SLAYER and KERRY KING drummer] with me all the time, so I'm looking forward to playing with Holt 'cause we were together, like, 10 years. But me and Phil [Demmel, KERRY KING guitarist] on this run are holding down the fort every bit as well as Gary and I did in SLAYER. So, yeah, I'm looking forward to the largeness of the stage. I'm looking forward to burning everything."

KERRY KING On SLAYER's Return To The Stage: 'We Never Said We Were Done Playing' Together

Robert Plant, the iconic voice behind Led Zeppelin’s legendary sound, has carved out an extraordinary solo career that rivals his time with the legendary rock band. Known for his soaring vocals and charismatic stage presence, Plant has been a transformative figure in rock and blues since the late 1960s. His solo discography, spanning decades, showcases a rich tapestry of musical exploration, blending elements of blues, folk, and world music. From his first solo album, “Pictures at Eleven,” to the acclaimed “Carry Fire,” Plant has consistently pushed the boundaries of his genre, earning accolades and adoration from fans and critics alike. In this article, we delve into the top ten most popular Robert Plant songs of all time, celebrating the breadth and depth of his solo artistry. Whether it’s the anthemic power of “Big Log,” the haunting beauty of “Ship of Fools,” or the infectious groove of “In the Mood,” these songs exemplify Plant’s ability to innovate and captivate. Join us as we explore the enduring legacy of one of rock’s most enduring and influential voices.

10 Best Robert Plant Songs of All Time

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M. SHADOWS On AVENGED SEVENFOLD's Success: 'We're Extremely Lucky'

In a new interview with São Paulo, Brazil's 89 FM A Rádio Rock radio station, AVENGED SEVENFOLD frontman M. Shadows spoke about the making of the...

M. SHADOWS On AVENGED SEVENFOLD's Success: 'We're Extremely Lucky'

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