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Rockers React to OK Tornado Tragedy

Loudwire Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:43:46 +0000

Today (May 20), disaster hit Oklahoma, as a two-mile wide tornado left devastating damage, killing more than 50 people in its path. The deadly twister, which hit speeds up to 200 miles per hour, struck in the suburbs of Oklahoma City, and tragically a number of young children are among the deceased as an area elementary school in Moore, Okla., was destroyed.

Dave Grohl Joins Rolling Stones on Tour

Kacy Collins — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:08:05 +0000

The Rolling Stones are making the rounds on their 50 & Counting Tour, and on Saturday they played in Anaheim, California, and so far on their tour we’ve seen special guest appearances from Gwen Stefani, Keith Urban, and Katy Perry. So who else could you expect to show up? Were you thinking Dave Grohl? Well [...]

Soundgarden's Chris Cornell Credits Fitness for Continued Career

Chad Childers — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:00:23 +0000

Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell is still going strong at the age of 48 and the rocker credits staying fit for being able to continue his career path with relative ease. The vocalist spoke with ESPN Playbook about his fitness regimen and how it's helped him stay on top of his game.

Stone Temple Pilots Enlist Chester Bennington of Linkin Park for New Song 'Out of Time'

Diffuser.fm Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:34:26 +0000

Last night's (May 18) KROQ Weenie Roast featured a surprise performance by Stone Temple Pilots, who used the event to reveal their new part-time singer: Linkin Park's Chester Bennington. The foursome played a mini-set that included the brand-new track 'Out of Time,' our sister site Loudwire reports, and speaking with the L.A. radio station, STP guitarist Dean DeLeo dished on the nature of the partnership.

Five Finger Death Punch Unveil New Double Album Title + Details on 'Lift Me Up' Single

Chad Childers — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:02:24 +0000

These are exciting times for Five Finger Death Punch, who have a pair of albums to promote this year. Though the band recently revealed their double album plans, they did not unveil the title of the discs … until now. Fans can look for 'The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Righteous Side of Hell' coming later this year. 'Volume 1' of the package is still on track for a July 23 release while 'Volume 2' will follow at a still-to-be-determined date this fall.

In This Moment Shooting First-Ever Concert DVD

Chad Childers — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:42:19 +0000

In This Moment shows are something special, but if you happen to be in Madison, Wis., later this month, the performance may be a little more spectacular than usual. That’s because the band is shooting their first-ever concert DVD that night. The band has booked the Orpheum Theater in Madison on May 21 to shoot [...]

As I Lay Dying's Tim Lambesis Pleads 'Not Guilty,' Bail Set at $3 Million

Chad Childers — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:59:07 +0000

As I Lay Dying frontman Tim Lambesis entered a "not guilty" plea to one count of solicitation of murder at his arraignment Thursday (May 9) in San Diego. The singer is on trial for an alleged murder-for-hire plot to kill his estranged wife Meggan. Bail at the arraignment was set for $3 million.

Guns N' Roses' Guitarist Jams 'Sweet Child O' Mine' with Kids at Hurricane Sandy Benefit

Chad Childers — Tue, 07 May 2013 12:08:45 +0000

Guns N' Roses guitarist Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal is a firm believer in passing on his knowledge to the next generation, and he recently dropped by the Bronx, N.Y. 'Little Kids Rock' program to jam out a few songs, including the GN'R classic 'Sweet Child o' Mine' with some Mott Hall Community School kids.

Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman Dies at 49

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 02 May 2013 22:11:50 +0000

It’s with true sadness that we report that legendary Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman has died at the age of 49. The tragic news was confirmed by a press release issued moments ago. Hanneman passed away today, May 2, at 11AM PST this morning near his Southern California home. The iconic Slayer shredder had been forced [...]

Lars Ulrich Says No New Metallica Album Until 2015

Kacy Collins — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:55:09 +0000

Metallica was in South Africa earlier this week playing shows in Johannesburg and Cape Town and in between shows, drummer Lars Ulrich sat down with South African news outlet Channel 24 to talk about the bands future plans and a new Metallica album. Well you may not want to hear this Buzzhead, but Ulrich said [...]

Beastie Boys Releasing Memoir in 2015

Gina Vespa — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:17:52 +0000

Beastie Boys have signed a deal to release a memoir, the New York Times reports. The still-untitled book celebrates the band’s history and aesthetic, as documented by surviving members Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz and Mike “Mike D” Diamond.

Skillet Frontman Discusses New Single and Upcoming Album

Kacy Collins — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:52:06 +0000

Skillet is planning on releasing their ninth album, Rise, on June 25 and as of right now, they have released two songs off the album, Sick of It and American Noise. You can check out both of the lyrical videos below.

Filter Unveil 'What Do You Say' Lyric Video

Chad Childers — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:53:55 +0000

Filter are back with their latest single ‘What Do You Say,’ and fans can now enjoy the song’s lyric video. The clip takes fans into a darkened restroom, where the lyrics for the track are scrawled all over the walls. What follows are alternating shots between the bathroom and cell phone video held by person from [...]

Country Legend George Jones Dies: Rockers Pay Tribute Via Twitter

Chad Childers — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 22:50:16 +0000

Great music knows no boundaries and it says a lot about the life and musical legacy of late country music great George Jones that those responding to his death include musicians that fall outside of his genre. Jones passed away Friday (April 26) at the age of 81 after a much-celebrated career in country music.

Middle Class Rut's New Video for 'Aunt Betty' is Pleasantly Disturbing

Thrashman — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:35:21 +0000

Now this is how I like my videos - twisted, perverse and downright creepy.

Slash Needs Your Help to Save the Sharks [VIDEO]

Kacy Collins — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:08:19 +0000

Slash loves the sharks. He made that pretty obvious in the new video he shot for Shark Friendly Marinas.

Black Sabbath Announce Full North American 2013 Tour

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:51:41 +0000

Ask and you shall receive. After teasing fans last week with the announcement of four North American 2013 tour dates, Black Sabbath have now revealed the itinerary for the entire tour. The summer trek now boasts 20 dates that span across the United States and Canada. As you may remember, Black Sabbath were scheduled to conquer North [...]

3 Doors Down Bassist Todd Harrell Enters Rehab Following Vehicular Homicide Bust

Loudwire Staff — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:49:47 +0000

As reported yesterday, 3 Doors Down bassist Todd Harrell was freed from jail on $100,000 bond after being arrested over the weekend on the very serious charge of vehicular homicide. Now the Associated Press reports that Harrell checked into a rehab facility immediately upon his release.

Stone Sour, Papa Roach, In This Moment and More Rock Wichita Falls for Spring Thing '13 [PHOTOS]

Bethany Lee — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:57:13 +0000

If you weren’t there, you missed one hell of a show! Here are a few shots of Spring Thing ’13.

Otherwise Singer Adrian Patrick Dishes on Early Struggles of the Band + Making Music History [AUDIO]

Aaron Galloway — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:00:59 +0000

Making it in the rock scene is no easy task. Otherwise lead singer Adrian Patrick confirmed that while talking with Johnny Thrash during the Afternoon Buzz. Patrick discussed the many ups and downs he and the band have been through to get that coveted record deal and how it all culminated when they made music history by being the first unsigned band to make it to #1 on satellite radio