Category: Active Rock

Billy Corgan Reflects on the Power of Metal and How Metallica’s “Fade to Black” Saved His Life

Billy Corgan, the iconic frontman of the Smashing Pumpkins, recently opened up about his deep appreciation for metal music and the significant role it has played in his life. In a candid conversation on The Allison Hagendorf Show, Corgan shared his thoughts on the genre’s impact and revealed the personal connection he has to a […]

Metallica and Linkin Park to Headline Sick New World 2025 with Stacked Lineup

Sick New World 2025 is shaping up to be one of the year’s biggest rock and metal festivals, with Metallica and Linkin Park set to headline the event. Taking place on April 12 at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, the festival will feature a star-studded lineup that includes iconic acts like Evanescence, Queens Of The […]

Kerry King Talks Biopic Casting and Gears Up for 2025 North American Tour

Legendary SLAYER guitarist Kerry King recently opened up about who he’d cast to play him in a movie about his life. Speaking to Metal Hammer magazine, King gave fans an amusing insight into his Hollywood doppelgänger dilemma. “The only one that loosely fits the description is Vin Diesel. If you go down that road, you […]

Torture Forced to Cancel Tour as Band Members Depart: “We Will Be Back”

Chicago slam metal band Torture, known for their chaotic live shows and viral performances, has been forced to cancel their current tour following the sudden departure of all its touring members. The band, which started out as the solo project of singer/drummer K.K., recently gained traction for their energetic live sets, including a notable performance […]

The Used’s Bert McCracken Announces Debut Solo Album as robbietheused and Fall 2024 Tour

Bert McCracken, best known as the frontman for The Used, is stepping out on his own with a new solo project under the moniker robbietheused. McCracken recently announced his debut solo album, set to drop on October 25, 2024, followed by a brief five-city US tour. A New Chapter: McCracken’s Solo Debut McCracken’s self-titled album […]

Limp Bizkit Sues Universal Music Group for Over $200 Million in Royalties

In a dramatic legal move, Limp Bizkit and their frontman Fred Durst have filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), claiming the label owes them more than $200 million in unpaid royalties. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles federal court on October 8, accuses UMG of orchestrating a “systemic” and “fraudulent” scheme designed to […]

Creed Announces New Year’s Eve Shows as Part of Their Reunion Tour

Creed’s highly anticipated reunion tour just got even more exciting. The band, known for hits like “Higher” and “With Arms Wide Open,” has announced three major shows to cap off 2024, including two massive performances at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas to ring in the New Year. New Year’s Eve Blowout Creed […]

Eddie Vedder Brings Daughter Harper Onstage for Heartwarming Mash-Up at Ohana Festival

Eddie Vedder made Pearl Jam’s headlining set at the Ohana Festival in Dana Point, California, a family affair by bringing his 16-year-old daughter, Harper Vedder, on stage for a very special performance. The father-daughter duo shared a heartwarming mash-up that brought the crowd to its feet, blending Pearl Jam’s signature cover of Wayne Cochran’s “Last […]

Three Days Grace Surprises Fans with Adam Gontier’s Return While Matt Walst Stays On

Canadian nu-metal/post-grunge band Three Days Grace surprised their fans with some major news this morning—original lead vocalist Adam Gontier is officially rejoining the band. However, in a unique twist, Matt Walst, who replaced Gontier in 2013, isn’t going anywhere. This means the band is now embracing a dual-vocalist setup, something rarely seen in the rock […]

Queens of the Stone Age Set to Return in 2025 After Health Scare Forces Show Cancellations

Queens of the Stone Age are preparing to hit the road again in 2025, following the cancellation of multiple 2024 shows due to lead singer and guitarist Josh Homme’s health concerns. Earlier this year, the band had to call off eight festival dates on their End Is Nero tour as Homme returned to the U.S. […]