Disturbed have premiered a music video for their track "Don't Tell Me" that features a guest appearance from Heart legend Ann Wilson, and was directed by Matt Mahurin.
The track comes from the band's latest album "Divisive", and marked the very first time that the veteran group had included a special guest on an album. Frontman David Drainman had this to say about the collaboration: "I have tremendous respect for Ann. In my humble opinion, she's the greatest female rock voice of all time. I think she's untouchable. I feel like we were very gifted to have her be a part of this." (continue)
KISS legend Ace Frehley offers a sneak peek into the making of his forthcoming album, 10,000 Volts, and the title track with a new Behind the Scenes video.
The thunderous, riff-tastic, 11-track album was produced by Ace and Steve Brown (Trixter) and will be released on February 23, 2024. Ace released the single "10,000 Volts" on November 28th. The track has already amassed over 1.6M streams and 800k video views. (continue)
Five Finger Death Punch today announced the digital deluxe edition of AFTERLIFE, their critically acclaimed ninth studio album. Set for digital release on February 9 via Better Noise Music, the deluxe version will include the original 12 tracks recorded with the band's longtime collaborator, producer Kevin Churko (Ozzy Osbourne) in addition to four bonus tracks: three acoustic versions of the album's songs "The End", "Judgement Day," and "Thanks For Asking" plus a brand new song, "This Is The Way" featuring the late rapper DMX.
An official music video for "This Is The Way (feat. DMX)" will premiere on February 9, 2024 to coincide with the release of the digital deluxe version of AFTERLIFE. (continue)
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Carlos Santana released "Let The Guitar Play," a reimagination of his 2021 song "Song for Cindy." Teaming up with producers Lino Nicolosi, Nicolosi Team, and Narada Michael Walden (Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey), "Let The Guitar Play" brings the original song to new heights - Run DMC's Darryl McDaniels delivers a poetic rap over an EDM-style drum beat, serving as a dynamic catalyst for Santana to intricately weave his signature guitar magic.
"Now, more than ever, it is essential that we heal life, people, and the planet," says Carlos Santana. "This music is assigned and designed to touch your heart, take you out of your misery, and to remind you that you are significant, meaningful, and can make a difference in the world. It is a joy to collaborate with brother Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels, producers Narada Michael Walden and Lino Nicolosi, Cindy Blackman Santana, and with our partners at Candid. Our collective vision is to heal and to bring light and peace. Please join us!" (continue)
Staind frontman Aaron Lewis has shared a lyric video for his brand new single "Let's Go Fishing", and announced the March 29th release of his brand new album, "The Hill".
Here is the official announcement: Featuring 10 tracks penned solo or with a tight circle of collaborator/confidants, the set speaks to a time of upheaval - both in the wider world and within. Pledging to shoot his fans straight, Lewis offers up a 50-50 mix of riding out the winds of change and driving another mineshaft deep into his soul. Like his 2022 collection FRAYED AT BOTH ENDS, Lewis delivers THE HILL as an acoustic record, maximizing the potential for lyrical impact. Produced by Lewis alongside Ira Dean, it's raw in the purest sense of the Country-rock term - often backing his jagged-edge vocal with just a guitar, dobro and mandolin. (continue)
August Burns Red are extending the celebration around their 20th anniversary! At the May 3 performance from last year's anniversary tour at Stage AE in Pittsburgh, the band had a crew come out to film the entire show.
The multi-cam footage has been edited into a 90-minute, full-show performance, with professionally mixed audio. It will air on Saturday, February 3 at 9pm ET/6pm PT. The band members will be interacting with fans during the event, so you can "ABR and chill" on the couch. (continue)
Lockjaw are ready to hit the ground running in 2024! Propelled by the strength of their debut studio album, 'Relentless', the band has released a heavy hitting cover of the iconic Alice In Chains hit "Them Bones" - along with the announcement of their first US tour! The band will embark on "The Relentless Tour" alongside fellow Dallas/Fort Worth metal act Dispositions. The trek kicks off in Corpus Christi, TX on January 27, and concludes in Ocean Springs, MS on March 2.
Speaking about his personal reverence for AIC, guitarist Jeff Ogle shares, "Alice In Chains was always one of my favorite bands, especially from the Pacific Northwest. That scene was so huge in the 90s, and so many great bands came from there. When I was about 13, I got my first CD player in my room, and my grandad took me to the pawn shop one day and my very first CD was 'Jar of Flies'. I wore that thing out. Every song was just amazing to me." (continue)
The top Day in Rock story on this day in 2016 featured music stars reacting to sad passing of music legend David Bowie, who died on January 10, 2016 following an 18-month battle with cancer.
Stars across the spectrum of music paid tribute to Bowie including Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne, Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, KISS star Gene Simmons, Queen guitarist Brian May and Billy Idol. (continue)
The Black Crowes are streaming their new single "Wanting And Waiting" to celebrate the news that they will be releasing their first new album of original music in 15 years.
The new album, their 10th studio effort, will be entitled "Happiness Bastards," was produced by Jay Joyce and is set to be released on March 15, 2024, with the first single streaming now. (continue)
Yellowcard have teamed up with Nashville-based post-rock duo Hammock to revisit some of their classic songs for a collaborative album, "A Hopeful Sign", which will arrive on February 9, 2024.
They are previewing the effort with a stream of "Ocean Avenue". vocalist/guitarist Ryan Key shared, "Yellowcard is in a new place where we are collaborating with other artists more than ever before. I have found @hammockmusic in my top three most played artists every year for nearly a decade now. I still can't quite believe it's real, that we were able to create an entire album with a band that has had such a massive influence on us. Whether it is one of our well known songs or a deeper cut, these versions bring with them completely new interpretations and meanings for listeners who have lived with them for so many years. (continue)
Southern rockers Robert Jon & The Wreck have released a music video for their brand new single "Ballad of a Broken Hearted Man," which is the latest track from their forthcoming album.
The song features exhilarating slide guitar, powerful whiskey-soaked vocals and captivating lyrics painting a vivid picture of heartache and resilience, resonating deeply with the listener. This latest offering of The Wreck's unique blend of roots and Southern Rock embodies the hard-hitting country rock vibe of Chris Stapleton, Whiskey Myers, and Blackberry Smoke. (continue)
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