Linkin Park, one of the defining bands of the early 2000s, is reportedly exploring a significant shift for their potential 2025 reunion tour—introducing a female vocalist to lead the band, following the tragic loss of Chester Bennington. Sources close to the band have indicated that members Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, and Dave Farrell are in […]
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Revival69: Unveiling the Chaos of Toronto’s 1969 Rock N Roll Festival
The Rock N Roll Revival Festival of 1969, held in Toronto, remains a landmark event in music history, not just for featuring John Lennon’s first solo performance but for the dramatic antics of Alice Cooper, which are vividly captured in a new documentary, “Revival69: The Concert that Rocked the World.” This festival showcased a blend […]
Sick New World 2024: A Dynamic Mix of Metal and Alternative Acts Light Up Las Vegas
The Sick New World festival made a resounding return to the Las Vegas Festival grounds on Saturday, April 27, 2024, showcasing a stellar lineup of metal and alternative music titans. Headlined by System of a Down, who marked their first live performance in nearly a year, the festival was a celebration of both iconic and […]
Slipknot Unveils New Drummer Eloy Casagrande at Pioneertown Warmup Gig
Before taking the stage at the second annual Sick New World festival in Las Vegas, the renowned metal band Slipknot gave their fans a thrilling preview at a smaller venue, Pappy & Harriet’s in Pioneertown, CA. This performance was notably significant as it marked the debut of their new full-time drummer, Eloy Casagrande, formerly of […]
Radiohead’s “Creep” Joins YouTube’s Billion Views Club
Radiohead’s iconic track “Creep” has joined the elite Billion Views Club on YouTube, marking a significant milestone for the UK rock band. This achievement makes “Creep” the first Radiohead video to reach one billion views, showcasing the enduring popularity of their 1992 hit. The video captures the band in a moody, dimly lit live performance, […]
Slipknot Plans Intimate Gigs for 25th Anniversary of Iconic Debut Album
Slipknot, the famed metal band known for its aggressive sound and theatrical performances, is setting up a series of intimate concerts to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their groundbreaking self-titled debut album. The band recently announced new tour dates, including a historic headlining performance in Mexico City this November, alongside other stops in Mexico and […]
Pearl Jam Channels The Cure for ‘Dark Matter’: A New Creative Synergy
In the latest revelation from Pearl Jam’s guitarist Stone Gossard, the iconic band’s newest album, “Dark Matter,” draws a surprising but fitting inspiration from The Cure. This influence marks a significant point in the band’s evolution, particularly for Gossard, who feels his role as a guitarist has become more pronounced in the creative process. During […]
James Hetfield Immortalizes Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister with a Tattoo Mixed with Ashes
James Hetfield of Metallica has paid a unique tribute to his friend and musical inspiration, Lemmy Kilmister of Motörhead, by getting a tattoo that’s literally mixed with a piece of the late rock legend. Hetfield chose the iconic ace of spades symbol, an homage to Motörhead’s famous track “Ace Of Spades,” for his new ink, […]
Gwar Announces ‘The Age of Entitlement Tour’ with a Diverse Supporting Lineup
Legendary heavy metal band Gwar is set to embark on their latest concert journey, ‘The Age of Entitlement Tour,’ promising a spectacle of unapologetic metal and theatrical madness. The tour is split into two distinct legs, each featuring a unique set of supporting acts that are sure to excite fans of diverse heavy music genres. […]
Jakob Nowell: Navigating a Legacy of Music and Memory
Jakob Nowell’s journey through the shadow of a legendary musical past is as tangled as the curls that shadow his eyes. During a revealing mid-March Zoom conversation, the son of Bradley Nowell, the famed frontman of Sublime, shares his complex feelings about growing up with rock royalty DNA. Born just a month before his father’s […]