Mastodon, the renowned Atlanta-based sludge metal band, is gearing up to release not one, but two new musical projects. In a recent interview with Loudwire, drummer and vocalist Brann Dailor revealed that the band has been diligently writing since November 2023, amassing a wealth of heavy material. Dailor, however, remains tight-lipped about the specifics of […]
Portland, Oregon-based tribute band FooVana had a special guest at their show in Vancouver, Washington, on Thursday evening: original Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic. “Get down here to Georgie’s Garage and Grill! Show’s about to start! Oh yeah that’s right… Somebody else is here!!!” the band announced on social media, sharing a photo of Novoselic, much […]
It’s been nearly four years since Jason Hook parted ways with Five Finger Death Punch (FFDP), and the split was far from amicable. At one point, Hook suggested he had been issued a gag order to prevent him from discussing the details of his departure. Now, with a new band called Flat Black, Hook seems […]
After a seven-year hiatus, A.V. Undercover is back, and the return couldn’t be more electrifying. When we teased the comeback on Twitter, our friends at Consequence suggested that GWAR cover “I’m Just Ken” from Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. We were on board if the interplanetary warriors were, and it turns out, they were all in. Fresh […]
Some folks are born with a natural allegiance to abrasive rock and roll music, whereas others are converted during their younger years, usually as a result of a particularly memorable record. For many kids and teenagers of the 1990s, those records were produced by Pearl Jam, the Seattle rock outfit that rose to prominence during […]
The comedy rock duo Tenacious D, comprised of Jack Black and Kyle Gass, has abruptly canceled the remainder of their tour following controversial comments made by Gass about the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. During a concert in Sydney on Sunday, Gass was presented with a birthday cake and was asked by […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 — […]