In the latest episode of the weekly Metallica Report podcast, James Hetfield revealed that he’s been hard at work on new music during the band’s downtime. Since Metallica’s last concert in December, the frontman has kept himself busy preparing for the band’s upcoming spring and summer tour dates. “The time off has been pretty fantastic […]
Brian May, the legendary guitarist of Queen, recently took to Instagram to express his deep admiration for Pete Townshend, co-founder of The Who. In a heartfelt post on May 20, May, 76, praised Townshend, 79, for his monumental contributions to rock music and guitar playing. Upon seeing a past comment where he described Townshend as […]
During its trailblazing heyday, Lollapalooza provided an unparalleled platform for the alternative music scene. The irony of its success, however, lies in how it transformed the very genre it sought to champion into the mainstream. This fascinating evolution is central to the new three-part Paramount+ docuseries, Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza, directed by Michael John […]
Jon Wysocki, the founding drummer for the band Staind, has passed away at the age of 53. His death was confirmed by his bandmates in Lydia’s Castle, where he had been playing since his departure from Staind in 2011. “On 5/18/2024 at 8:02pm, Jon Wysocki passed away surrounded by family and friends that loved him […]
The world premiere of Alien Weaponry: Kua Tupu Te Ara, a documentary chronicling the rise of New Zealand’s groove metal trio Alien Weaponry, will take place at New York’s Tribeca Film Festival next month. The screening is scheduled for June 6 at 8:45 pm at the East Village Cinema. Directed by Kent Belcher and produced […]
In his new memoir, Down With the System, Serj Tankian offers an intimate glimpse into his personal life and the lives of his family, sharing poignant stories from the Armenian genocide to his father’s legal battles in California. The System of a Down frontman brings fans into his world, delivering a powerful and unforgettable reading […]
Jimmy Page has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Steve Albini, honoring the renowned musician and studio engineer for his significant contribution to the Page and Plant album “Walking into Clarksdale.” Albini, who passed away at his Chicago recording studio, Electrical Audio, on May 7 at the age of 61, left an indelible mark […]
Dave Grohl, the charismatic frontman of the Foo Fighters, is renowned for his ability to surprise and entertain fans during the band’s electrifying performances. On Saturday, Grohl delivered yet another unforgettable moment during the Foo Fighters’ headlining set at the Welcome to Rockville Festival at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. In the midst […]
Sum 41 marked a poignant moment in their career with a live performance on Good Morning America on May 3, highlighting their final album, “Heaven :x: Hell,” released earlier this year. The band gave an energetic rendition of “Dopamine,” one of the standout tracks from the album, captivating the audience with their signature sound that […]
Korn, the iconic nu-metal band, has teamed up with Adidas once again for an exclusive merchandise drop, marking their 30th anniversary in the music industry. This collaboration follows a highly successful initial launch in late October, which sold out rapidly and saw pieces resurface on resale platforms like StockX at inflated prices. The new collection […]