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Thrash Legends Name-Checked in New Stephen King Book (Again!)
Thrash legends Anthrax were name-checked in a new Stephen King book, and it's not the first time the iconic author has referenced them in his works. According to a social media post by Scott Ian, Anthrax are mentioned in a new collection of short stories the author released in May under the title You Like It Darker. The story that contains the band reference is titled "Finn."
Better Bar Song – Metallica’s ‘Whiskey in the Jar’ vs. AC/DC’s ‘Have a Drink on Me’ – Chuck’s Fight Club
It's time to raise a toast, but will you do so to Metallica's "Whiskey in the Jar" or AC/DC's "Have a Drink on Me"? That's right, we've got two great bar songs and you have to pick one to toast to as part of Chuck's Fight Club on Loudwire Nights this week.
When Kids Tear Up the Mosh Pit
You have to love it when you see the experience of the mosh pit being passed down to kids of a younger generation. It's all the more special when the more experienced moshers look out for the youngsters. In this Loud List compilation, we showcase some of the wonderful communal and generational spirit of moshing with some touching moments for those who enjoy bumping into others at shows.
Lies the Internet Told About KISS
We're here to debunk some lies the internet told about KISS. If you've ever seen our Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction? series on YouTube, then you know how many things written on the internet about different musical artists tend to be false — especially because anyone can edit a Wikipedia page.
‘Punky Brewster’ Actress Shares Heartfelt Tribute to Ex-Boyfriend Shifty Shellshock
Actress Soleil Moon Frye, best known as the titular child star of TV's Punky Brewster, has posted a touching tribute to late Crazy Town singer, Shifty Shellshock, who died last week at the age of 49. The pair reportedly dated for a year between 2021 and 2022. The actress said...
Shawn ‘Clown’ Crahan Shares 10 Photos for 25th Anniversary of ‘Slipknot’
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Slipknot's self-titled album, Shawn "Clown" Crahan shared a series of photos. The comments were disabled on all but one of the posts, in which the founder said so much in just two words: "Thank you." This year has been about both reflection and...
James Hetfield + Rob Halford Rock Out to Younger Band from Festival Stage
What band got Metallica's James Hetfield and Judas Priest's Rob Halford as their side stage audience at a recent Norwegian festival? That would be Turnstile, whose energetic performances have won over fans everywhere in recent years. And now you can count Hetfield and Halford among those seeming to thoroughly enjoy watching the buzzy rockers.
Five Big Things That Happened at Hellfest 2024
Here are five big things that happened at Hellfest 2024, which took place in Clisson, France over the weekend. The four-day festival was headlined by Avenged Sevenfold, Machine Head, Metallica and Foo Fighters, and also featured performances by Megadeth, Kerry King, The Offspring, Queens of the Stone Age, Corey Taylor, Babymetal and many others.
The History of Rush in 10 Songs
Here are 10 songs that represent Rush’s remarkable career!. Ask any progressive rock fan to name their favorite artists and Rush is almost guaranteed to come up. After all, the Canadian trio – comprised of vocalist/keyboardist/bassist Geddy Lee, guitarist Alex Lifeson and percussionist Neil Peart – achieved massive success amidst releasing 19 studio LPs (starting with 1974’s Rush and ending with 2012’s Clockwork Angels). Nearly 10 years after their final show – and nearly five years after Peart’s tragic passing – they remain one of the biggest and most influential genre bands of all time.
Capulet Fest Implodes With Third Day Canceled, Statements Released + Fans React
The 2024 Capulet Fest had a disastrous weekend that left fans and bands upset and the festival shutting down a day early. The primary source of the drama centered around a last-minute venue change that led many of the bands to drop off the festival and fans scrambling to make travel and lodging arrangements near the new location an hour away and with a smaller capacity.
What Geezer Butler Would Change About His Time in Black Sabbath
Geezer Butler, much like Ozzy Osbourne, has shared a similar regret about his time in Black Sabbath, telling Full Metal Jackie on her weekend radio show that the absence of drummer Bill Ward on the band's final tour is something he wished hadn't happened. "We were all sad about it,...
Rush, Bon Jovi + Queensryche Producer Peter Collins Has Died at 73
Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of Rush paid tribute to producer Peter Collins, who died at 73 after a career-spanning five decades. The British studio mastermind’s credits include Rush’s Power Windows, Bon Jovi’s These Days, Queensryche’s Operation: Mindcrime, Alice Cooper’s Hey Stoopid, Gary Moore’s After the War and more than 50 other records.
Pearl Jam Cancel Two More Tour Dates, Share Statement
After canceling their London stadium show last week "due to illness in the band," Pearl Jam have issued a statement about two more nixed tour dates, this time in Berlin, Germany. The legendary grunge band's July 2 and July 3 dates were both canceled, in addition to the June 29...
How Heavy Metal Soundtracks Help Gamblers Win at Casinos
Heavy metal soundtracks are the kind of music that makes listeners nod their heads in excitement while tapping their feet in response to the beat. This is why, in recent years, slot machines and trusted UK online casinos have embraced them. Gamblers are often under pressure and anxious to know the result of their chance. To put them at ease, playing heavy metal soundtracks is the near-perfect way to go. This article explores how heavy metal soundtracks can enhance the gaming experience and create a more enjoyable atmosphere.
Filmmaker Files Lawsuit Over Allegedly Stolen Tom Petty Footage
Filmmaker Martyn Atkins has filed a lawsuit against Warner Music's production branch over their use of some allegedly stolen footage in a 2021 documentary about Tom Petty. Tom Petty, Somewhere You Feel Free: The Making of Wildflowers was directed by Mary Wharton and featured new interviews with people like Mike Campbell and Benmont Tench of the Heartbreakers as it detailed the making of Petty's 1994 solo album. It also included never-before-seen-footage, culled from hours of 16mm archival film that Wharton was given access to via Petty's daughter, Adria.
Why Ted Nugent’s Label Tried to Keep ‘Stranglehold’ Off His Album
Ted Nugent says his record label tried to keep him from recording "Stranglehold" for his debut album. He didn't listen, of course. Instead the eight minute-long epic quickly became Nugent's signature song, partly because of its length and unusual structure, which is exactly what made the record executives nervous about including it on the album.
How a Chicken Got Torn to Shreds at an Alice Cooper Show
Alice Cooper ruffled a few feathers in 1969 when his fans killed a live chicken at Toronto's Rock and Roll Revival Festival. "The audience tears it to pieces," Cooper recalled this week on A&E's Biography: Alice Cooper. "It was the peace and love festival. They tear it to pieces and throw it back up on the stage, so there's blood everywhere – feathers and blood."
Watch Ozzy Osbourne Tell Kids Not to Snort Drink Powder
Ozzy Osbourne is seen in a lighthearted new commercial for a drink powder, inspired by its customers. Death Dust – a new product from Liquid Death – offers flavored drinks aimed at healthier living, so the Black Sabbath icon’s history with drugs, and powders in particular, seemed a perfect match.
Man in Doghouse After Sending Guns N’ Roses Song to Wife on Anniversary
A man is apparently in the doghouse after sending a certain Guns N' Roses song to his wife on their anniversary. The individual, whose username on Reddit is Surgeon Michael, took to the platform to share that he "made a mistake" earlier this week on his 14th wedding anniversary. If you're familiar with Guns N' Roses' song catalog, then you probably know where this is going.
Over a Dozen Bands Drop off Capulet Fest After Organizers Change Location the Day Before It Starts
Over a dozen bands dropped off the 2024 Capulet Fest lineup after organizers changed its location the day before it was set to start. , August Burns Red, Skillet, Senses Fail and Saint Asonia were just a few of the 55 acts that were originally set to perform at the 2024 installment of the festival, which was set to take place today (June 28) through Sunday (June 30).
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