Slayer guitarist Kerry King recently shared a lighthearted yet poignant reflection on his iconic guitar solo for the Beastie Boys’ 1987 hit “No Sleep Till Brooklyn.” In a candid interview with Border City Rock Talk, King revealed that he took a one-off payment for his performance, a decision he now humorously regrets given the song’s […]
Category: Active Rock
Simple Plan Punkifies Elton John’s Disney Classic
On Friday, July 12, Simple Plan put their own punk/pop spin on “Can You Feel The Love Tonight,” Elton John’s iconic 1994 hit from Disney’s The Lion King, to honor the movie’s 30th anniversary. This reimagined track is the first single off the upcoming album A Whole New Sound, which features alternative, rock, and pop-punk […]
Metallica Takeover Set to Rock Minneapolis with Concerts and Themed Events
Legendary heavy metal band Metallica is heading to Minneapolis, bringing with them a full array of Metallica-themed activities that will electrify the Twin Cities. Following the release of their 11th studio album, “72 Seasons,” in 2023, Metallica is set to perform on August 16 and 18 at U.S. Bank Stadium. Tickets for these highly anticipated […]
The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside” Breaks Records 20 Years After Release
More than two decades after its release, The Killers’ hit song “Mr. Brightside” continues to make history and collect accolades. This week, the American alternative rock band received two Guinness World Records for the extraordinary chart success of their iconic single in the United Kingdom. “Mr. Brightside” has now spent a staggering 416 weeks — […]
Queens of the Stone Age Cancel European Tour Dates Due to Josh Homme’s Emergency Surgery
Queens of the Stone Age have announced the cancellation of eight European tour dates due to lead singer Josh Homme needing to return to the United States for emergency surgery. The band shared the news on social media, expressing their regret over the cancellations and explaining the urgency of the situation. “QOTSA regret to announce […]
Ariana Grande Calls Out Double Standards in Criticism of Her Voice Changes
Ariana Grande is addressing recent commentary about her voice and highlighting the differences in how such criticism is directed at men versus women. In an interview for the Shut Up Evan podcast with Evan Ross Katz on July 9, Grande, 31, discussed the changes in her voice and the criticism that has followed. She emphasized […]
Suicidal Tendencies Drop New Single with Star-Studded Lineup
Suicidal Tendencies have hinted at releasing new music with their current lineup, and the wait is over. The band’s frontman, Mike Muir, along with guitarist Dean Pleasants, Dillinger Escape Plan’s Ben Weinman on second guitar, Robert Trujillo’s son Tye Trujillo, and Slipknot’s recent outcast Jay Weinberg, have delivered their latest single, “Nós Somos Família.” During […]
Dan Reynolds on Leaving Mormonism and Finding His Own Path
Dan Reynolds, lead singer of the rock band Imagine Dragons, recently opened up about his decision to leave Mormonism. In a candid interview, Reynolds, 36, discussed his upbringing in a “really conservative” Mormon family and his complex relationship with religion. “There are parts of the Mormon religion that I feel pretty strongly are harmful, especially […]
Celebrating 40 Years of “Born in the USA”: Iconic Covers of Bruce Springsteen’s Classic Album
Bruce Springsteen’s iconic album “Born in the USA” turned 40 this year, and what better way to celebrate than by exploring some of the best covers of its tracks? From the widely covered title track to the lesser-known gems, here are some standout renditions that have given new life to Springsteen’s classics. Starting with the […]
Turnstile Earns Metal Royalty’s Approval at Norwegian Festival
Turnstile, the dynamic rock band known for their high-energy performances, recently received a significant nod of approval from none other than Metallica’s James Hetfield and Judas Priest’s Rob Halford. At a recent show during Oslo’s Tons of Rock Festival, Hetfield and Halford were spotted side-stage, enthusiastically enjoying Turnstile’s set. The video, shared by Turnstile and […]