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What Band Did You Love But Don’t Anymore? – Reddit Users Discuss
What band did you fall in love with, but don't love anymore? It's happened to probably all of us at some point where we have a hard time mustering the joy we once held for certain revered acts and eventually the drop off comes. This topic was raised in Reddit's...
Travis Kelce Belts Whitesnake Favorite to Win Karaoke Trophy
His heart belongs to Taylor Swift, but NFL star Travis Kelce's voice was all about Whitesnake at the 2024 American Century karaoke bash tied to the celebrity golf tournament taking place in Lake Tahoe, Nevada on Thursday (June 11). The Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs tight end promptly dropped a...
Rockers Before + After Getting Blackout Tattoos
Here are what rock and metal musicians look like before and after getting blackout tattoos. Blackout tattoos have become increasingly popular over the last couple of years. They used to be a common form of covering up an wanted tattoo, as it's cheaper and potentially less painful to cover them than to get them removed.
12 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (July 5-11, 2024)
We're getting back in the groove after a holiday week with 12 new rock and metal tour announcements. Sitting atop the list this week is a pairing of two of rock's top bands with. and Skillet hitting the road together. Neck Deep are crossing the pond for what promises to...
Interview: That One Time Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley Was a Bad Influence on Tommy Lee
Ahead of the October release of his memoir, Walking Disaster: My Life Through Heaven and Hell, Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley has launched a video series packed full of stories that didn't make the book. While talking with Chuck Armstrong on Loudwire Nights Thursday (July 11), Whibley shared a story...
First Look – James Hetfield Plays a Sheriff in Upcoming Western Film ‘The Thicket’
Metallica frontman James Hetfield plays a sheriff in the upcoming western film The Thicket, and a first look at his character was shared online in late June. The movie, directed by Elliott Lester, is based on the 2013 mystery novel of the same name by Joe R. Lansdale. Hetfield is part of the star-studded cast, which also features Peter Dinklage (Game of Thrones), Juliette Lewis (Yellowjackets), comedian Andrew Schulz and some others.
Beastie Boys Sue Chili’s Owner Over Alleged Copyright Infringement
Beastie Boys have taken legal action against Brinker International, the owners of the Chili's restaurant chain, for allegedly infringing upon the band's copyright with a commercial resembling that of the band's hit song and music video "Sabotage." Living members Michael Diamond (MIke D.) and Adam Horovitz (Ad-Rock), along with Dechen...
The Five Best New U.K. Emo Bands Since 2010, Chosen by Telling Secrets’ Vik Kovacs
Here are the five best new U.K. emo bands since 2010, chosen by Telling Secrets' Vik Kovacs. The band, spearheaded by the visionary Kovacs, just released their debut album and are set to shake up the scene with a myriad of eclectic styles converging, united by a balanced and slick production thanks to some esteemed collaborators.
Rock + Metal Songs We’re SICK of Hearing At Sporting Events
We're sorry to say it, but there are some rock and metal songs we're sick of hearing at sporting events. Sure, it's nice that rock and metal have some representation at public events where there are a lot of people, but as fans of those genres, it gets really old hearing the same songs played every single time — especially when we know there are others that would be great to hear as well.
Shelley Duvall, Star of ‘The Shining,’ Dies at 75
One of the most distinctive screen presences in the history of movies has died. Shelley Duvall, best known for a string of films she made with director Robert Altman in the 1970s, and for her unforgettable performance in Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining passed away this week. She was 75 years old.
Scott’s Stapp’s Response to Being Called an ‘Eddie Vedder Rip-Off’
Comparisons tend to be inevitable in rock music, so here's Scott Stapp's response to being called an "Eddie Vedder rip-off" back in the day. When Creed and a lot of other rock bands became popular in the late '90s, they were often accused of riding the coattails of the Seattle grunge bands that ruled the genre a few years prior. Dubbed "post-grunge," many of these groups were inspired by Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains, but created songs that were slightly more universal in sound.
Did Jojo Siwa Rip Off Tool With New Merch Design? Fans Weigh In
It looks like pop star JoJo Siwa's plans for a new merch drop hit a snag after Tool fans caught a peak of what appears to be the famous Tool wrench logo adapted for use on her merch. Though Siwa herself had included a photo of the merch in a...
A Three-Way Lawsuit Over Nirvana’s Smiley Face Logo Has Ended
A complicated years-long three-way lawsuit involving Nirvana's famous smiley face logo has now been quietly settled out of court. The band sued Marc Jacobs in 2018, claiming the fashion designer infringed on their copyright with a T-shirt from the so-called Bootleg Redux Grunge collection that mimicked the image. Instead of X'd out eyes, however, Jacob's shirt featured the letters M and J. The word "Nirvana" over the face was replaced by "Heaven" in a similar font.
Budderside’s Patrick Stone + Sam Koltun Describe Their Music – ‘If It’s Not Honest, We Don’t Print It’
On July 10 — right in the middle of the week — Budderside celebrated the release of their latest full-length album, White Flame. With some of the best music the band has ever released, White Flame stands out as a testament to Budderside's work ethic and commitment to releasing original, unique rock and roll.
What Ever Happened to Rock + Metal’s Class of 1994?
What ever happened to rock and metal's class of 1994?. It's hard to believe it's been 30 years, but the hard rock and metal world was at a major tipping point back in 1994. Grunge may have been thriving, but signs of wear were starting to show. The genre also suffered the death of its most iconic star with Kurt Cobain's passing.
Ex-Red Hot Chili Peppers Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer Sued for Wrongful Death After Striking Man With Car
Ex-Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer has been sued for wrongful death after striking and killing a 47-year-old man with his car. The guitarist's attorney has provided a brief statement in response to the lawsuit. The suit was filed in California by Ashley Sanchez, the daughter of the victim,...
NFL’s Travis + Jason Kelce Unveil Death Metal Logo for Their Beer Company
NFL icons and brothers Travis and Jason Kelce have parodied a death metal band's logo for their new beer brand Garage Beer. That band is Ohio's Sanguisugabogg, the brutes who have been tearing up the road worldwide with some of death metal's biggest names and on their own headline runs. Known for their comedic social media posts, absurd logo and band name that's really not as difficult to pronounce as everyone seems to think it is.
Clown Names the Two Big Reasons Slipknot Haven’t Shared ‘Look Outside Your Window’ Yet
Shawn "Clown" Crahan said there are two big reasons Slipknot haven't shared Look Outside Your Window yet. The percussionist recently appeared on the show Andy Hall's Access for an interview, and was once again asked about the unreleased album, which was recorded sometime during the All Hope Is Gone sessions.
The Best Rock + Metal Songs of 2024 (So Far)
We're officially more than halfway through the year, so check out our list of the best rock and metal songs of 2024 so far. Some of the biggest artists have already released full albums, including Pearl Jam, Bruce Dickinson, Judas Priest, Bring Me the Horizon and Kerry King. Others, such as Falling in Reverse, Myles Kennedy and The Black Dahlia Murder, have only shared a song or two so far, but have records coming at some point later this year.
Seether Drop New Song ‘Judas Mind,’ Announce Ninth Album ‘The Surface Seems So Far’
Just dropped a new song titled "Judas Mind" and announced their upcoming ninth album The Surface Seems So Far. The South African rockers' last record Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum came out in August of 2020, so we were in the midst of a global pandemic the last time we heard any new material from them. "Judas Mind" is a powerful track to return with.
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