Metal bands are musical groups that specialize in playing heavy metal music, a genre known for its aggressive sound, powerful vocals, and distorted guitars. Metal bands typically consist of musicians playing electric guitars, bass, drums, and sometimes keyboards or other instruments. They are known for their high-energy performances, elaborate stage shows, and often dark and dramatic lyrics. Metal bands have been influential in shaping the heavy metal genre and have a dedicated fan base around the world. The genre encompasses a wide range of styles, from the thrash metal of bands like Metallica to the symphonic metal of bands like Nightwish.

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Van Halen have shared previously unreleased footage of the band performing Top of the World at the West End Marketplace in Dallas, Texas in December 1991. The song was the only single from the band’s For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge record from that same year to break into the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100.  The band’s ninth record, and third with Sammy Hagar on vocals, will see a special expanded version released on July 12 via Rhino, with this pro-shot footage helping whet the appetite. The release includes a newly remastered version of the record, which marked a third consecutive number...

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All I wanted was an album. Just one new album. It’s been eight years now since Suicidal Tendencies put out their most recent album of new material, World Gone Mad. If Suicidal Tendencies thought the world had gone mad in 2016, boy were they in for a shock in the years to come. Back in 2017, Suicidal Tendencies frontman and founding member Mike Muir hinted that the album might be the band’s final record. Now it would seem that was just talk, as Muir is now talking about putting another new studio album.

Suicidal Tendencies May Be Recording Another New Album Soon

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Deciding on which zodiac signs are the most dangerous is not an easy task as there could be many ways of determining what is considered dangerous. Dangerous of course could be a very subjective idea. Your own sign could also weigh heavily in making this list as certain signs, as we know, tend to be more compatible with some than others. So, what am I going to make these predictions based on? I am thinking that looking at the most formidable and dangerous people in our history might be a good way to make the determination of the most dangerous signs. Let’s see what we can learn.

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During a press conference at this year's Hellfest in Clisson, France, SUICIDAL TENDENCIES frontman Mike Muir was asked if there are any plans for him and his bandmates to work on new music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "When we did the last record [of all-new material], it was 'World Gone Mad' in 2016, I kind of said, it sounds bad, but I don't enjoy making records, because it's like full-on mental fuck to me and, then it's the time and the family and everything. It's difficult. But now having [guitarist] Ben [Weinman] in the band, [drummer] Jay [Weinberg] in the band…. One of the first things Jay did after we did a couple shows, he's just, like, going, 'Dude, I wanna fucking make a record.' And the way he and Ben, they said it, they go, like… Ben was, like, 'When I was 12 years old and I heard SUICIDAL, it spoke to me. And other music, I heard a lot of music.' He goes, 'I wanna do a record like that.' And that's exactly what Jay said. Obviously, having [bassist] Tye [Trujillo], Robert's [Trujillo] a son in there, Robert's, like, 'Dude, you guys need to make a record. do that thing.' And so I think that we're definitely leaning towards doing it."

MIKE MUIR On Possibility Of New SUICIDAL TENDENCIES Album: 'We're Definitely Leaning Towards Doing It'

Rock music has long been a powerhouse in the realm of popular music, shaping generations and defining eras with its raw energy and rebellious spirit. From anthems of defiance to heartfelt ballads, the genre has produced a plethora of timeless classics that continue to resonate with audiences worldwide. In this article, we delve into the top 15 best rock songs of all time, each a masterpiece in its own right. These songs not only showcase the diversity within the rock genre but also highlight the enduring appeal of rock music through the ages.

15 Best Rock Songs of All Time

Has anyone ever broken your heart? That is an experience which you wouldn’t want to have again. It hurts when your partner betrays or lets you down when you need them the most. Some zodiac signs are bound to break your heart while others avoid doing so.

4 Zodiac Signs Who Can Break Your Heart

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Wolfgang Van Halen dove back into his father’s catalog on Saturday, teaming up with Mr. Bungle at Graspop Metal Meeting to rip through Van Halen’s “Loss of Control.”. The Mammoth WVH bandleader handled lead guitar duties on the Women and Children First thrasher, as Mike Patton yelped and barked in the spirit of David Lee Roth. You can watch the performance below.

Watch Wolfgang Van Halen and Mr. Bungle Cover Van Halen’s ‘Loss of Control’

Rock ‘n’ roll isn’t just music—it’s an experience. When you’re at a concert, the loud tunes, the buzz of the crowd, and the performers’ energy make you feel the music in a way you just can’t from a studio recording. That’s why albums that capture live performances are so special. They let us relive those incredible concert moments or imagine we’re right there in the thick of it. Here’s a look at seven live rock albums that aren’t just about the music—they’re a slice of rock history we can enjoy over and over.

The Top 7 Live Classic Rock Albums of All Time

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A new Johnny Cash album isn't all that looks back at the iconic singer's legacy. A new music video featuring his granddaughter puts fans in the house where he wrote so many of his hits. Grace June Cash — daughter to John Carter Cash and his wife Ana Cristina Cash...

Johnny Cash’s Granddaughter Stumbles Into Family’s Legacy In New ‘Hello Out There’ Music Video

The guitar has long been a cornerstone of music, shaping the soundscape of various genres from rock and blues to jazz and metal. The sheer versatility and emotive power of the instrument have given rise to some of the most iconic musicians in history. In this article, we delve into the lives and legacies of the Top 15 Best Guitar Players of All Time. These virtuosos have not only mastered the technical aspects of the guitar but also brought a unique voice and personality to their playing, influencing countless others and leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. From the soulful blues licks of B.B. King and the fiery solos of Jimi Hendrix to the intricate fingerpicking of Chet Atkins and the innovative techniques of Eddie Van Halen, each guitarist on this list has contributed to the evolution of the instrument in significant ways. Join us as we celebrate these legendary figures whose skill, creativity, and passion have elevated the guitar to its revered status and continue to inspire new generations of musicians.

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In a recent interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless was asked about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's long-awaited follow-up to 2015's "Golgotha" album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We still are [working on it]. What happened was when we came back from the European tour, I had to have surgery and stuff, about a year prior to that, we had been working on a lot of new stuff. And when I came back, I've had a long time to go through those early demos, of what we have been working on. Listening to it with fresh ears, some of it's really good, but there's not enough of it yet where I would be comfortable in saying, 'Okay, this is finished, and let's go with it.' I'd like to go back and visit the drawing board, so to speak, and see what else is there. Because even from a two-year period of when we started working on that before to where we are right now, you're gonna gain so much, you're gonna grow so much."

W.A.S.P.'s BLACKIE LAWLESS Wanted To Write A 'Heavy, Nasty, Stinky Rock And Roll Record', But 'That's Not What Is Coming Out'

12 years following WINTERSUN's "Time I", the Finnish heavy metal quartet led by Jari Mäenpää has announced its new album, "Time II". "Time II" will be released on August 30 via Nuclear Blast Records. Mäenpää comments: "'Time II' is an epic journey from light to darkness and...

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Guitarists love inventing fresh ways to play, and despite all of the innovations that’ve already been made, there are still new techniques to uncover. Just look at Columbian progressive/tech-death metal axman Sebastiside, whose “hybrid rasgueado” rhythmic approach is astounding everyone who sees it. In a new interview...

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NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Black Sabbath‘s Geezer Butler has said Ozzy Osbourne “desperately wants” to play one final show with the band. Last month, Osbourne revealed that he would “jump at the chance” to perform another Sabbath show with co-founder Bill Ward. The drummer backed out of participating in the group’s reunion dates between 2011 and 2017 over an “unreasonable” contract.

Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler says Ozzy Osbourne “desperately wants” to play one final show

In a new interview with Joe Rock of Long Island's rock station 102.3 WBAB, '80s hard rock queen Lita Ford spoke about her long-awaited new studio album. Ford's upcoming follow-up to 2012's "Living Like A Runaway" was once again helmed by guitarist/producer Gary Hoey, who contributes some guitar playing to the disc. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "The studio, for me, has always been trying to teach everybody what I wanna hear. And a lot of that is because they basically don't know themselves as a producer or an engineer. I've had some of the greatest engineers and I've had some of the greatest producers, and this album — we're finished with it now — [was produced by] Gary Hoey. Gary Hoey is a great musician, great guitar player. And Gary and I — I can throw any idea at Gary, and he would try and make it happen. And the thing about being in the studio is you try and make things happen, and if they don't happen, then they don't happen. You can only try. And so we got real creative with guitars and we played — there's a lot of great guitars on this new record. I'm really excited about it."

LITA FORD Says Her Upcoming Album Is 'A Concept Record': 'There's A Big Story Behind It'

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CATEGORY 7 Feat. OVERKILL, EXODUS, ARMORED SAINT And Ex-MACHINE HEAD Members: 'Mousetrap' Music Video Released

CATEGORY 7, the new band featuring former MACHINE HEAD and current KERRY KING guitarist Phil Demmel, ex-ADRENALINE MOB guitarist Mike Orlando, ARMORED SAINT/ex-ANTHRAX singer John Bush,...

CATEGORY 7 Feat. OVERKILL, EXODUS, ARMORED SAINT And Ex-MACHINE HEAD Members: 'Mousetrap' Music Video Released

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