Metallica have revealed that their Blacklist project, that features over 50 artists from the across the musical universe, has raised over $3,000,000 to date for various charities.
The thrash metal legend's charity, All Within My Hands Foundation, took to social media and shared the following news, "You've helped the #MetallicaBlacklist raise over $3 Million for charity! (continue)
Linkin Park revealed this afternoon that they will be hosting special listening events for their forthcoming reunion album, "From Zero", at various local record stores across the U.S. (international details to follow).
The band shared via Facebook, "From Zero album listening events coming to a record store near you. Check the events listing and contact your local store for details. International events to be announced soon. Stay tuned." (continue)
Louder Than Life is returning in 2025 with...Slayer! Producers Danny Wimmer Presents is pleased to announce early details for the 11th edition of the fan favorite event, to be held at Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY September 18-21, 2025.
After the effects of Hurricane Helene resulted in the cancelation of metal legends Slayer, the band will be headlining the festival next year to give fans another chance to see their much-discussed reunion set. Additional headliners and the full lineup for Louder Than Life will be announced this winter. (continue)
Happy Birthday B.B. King! To mark his 100th birthday celebration, The B.B. King Blues Band will hit the road on 'The Thrill Lives On' Tour 2025. The B.B. King Blues Band's extensive tour will wind its way across the country in Spring 2025 to coincide with the release of a new album.
B.B. King became one of the most important names in R&B music in the 1950s, amassing an impressive list of hits. He received 15 Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. B.B. is one of the most influential blues musicians of all time, earning the nickname "The King of the Blues", throughout his musical career, appearing on average at more than 200 concerts per year into his 70s. (continue)
W.A.S.P. has kicked off their Album ONE Alive tour. The tour celebrates the 40th anniversary of the debut W.A.S.P. album by playing it in its entirety, from start to finish. Once again Blackie Lawless is offering a intimate VIP experience before each show. Not only do fans get photos with Blackie, autographs, a autographed laminate, guitar picks and a very special Q&A with Blackie... now fans also get to experience for the very first time the W.A.S.P. museum that is exclusive to the VIP experience at each show.
The museum contains a variety of items taken directly from the W.A.S.P. storage lockers. Fans can see the original W.A.S.P. sign, Blackie's head from the first stage, a Raw Meat box, his bass, his Raiders guitar, the Blind In Texas guitar, his clothes from the Blind In Texas and Wild Child videos, gold and platinum records, magazines, posters from iconic shows, the F*ck Like A Beast codpiece, a surprise gold record and clock, and more. This is addition to getting a photo with Elvis, Blackie's legendary mic stand. (continue)
Jake E. Lee (Ozzy Osbourne, Badlands, Red Dragon Cartel) took to social media on Wednesday (October 30th) to update fans on his status as he continues to recover from being shot multiple times near his home in Las Vegas, NV earlier this month.
Lee wrote, "Hi, been two weeks so I feel I should post something. I'm on the mend, no complications so far. Can't put any weight on my foot for another month, so I have a knee scooter for around the house. More fun than the walker. No updates from the detectives on the case. (continue)
Paradise Slaves, a brand new band featuring former members of 36 Crazyfists and Diecast, are pleased to announce their debut single, "A Fever To Defeat." The Boston-by-way-of-Anchorage quartet cements an uncanny union between vocal powerhouse Brock Lindow (36 Crazyfists), solo artist and guitarist Tyler Stroetzel, guitarist Jon Kita (Diecast), bassist Brad Horion (Diecast), and drummer Ryan Manning (Pentagram, Blitzkid).
Mutual admiration and respect sparked the initial flame for Paradise Slaves, yet their newly forged friendship lit up their chemistry as brightly as a pyre. That same energy surges through their full-length debut album, due out via Spinefarm in 2025. (continue)
With the release of their third single, Finnish modern metal act Arctis is prepared to unleash their fast approaching self-titled debut album out this Friday, November 1, 2024, via Napalm Records!
The feeling of being lost and hurt, especially after a betrayal can be devastating - but can also inspire a hymn for the strong-hearted as ARCTIS proves with their new earworm "Tell Me Why". Despite the pain, stunning vocalist Alva Sandström insists she won´t be brought down and will keep fighting through tough times. An anthem for facing challenges while trying to stay strong, making it relatable to anyone who has felt heartache or confusion. (continue)
No Cure have shared a music video for their new single "Don't Need Your Help," featuring Jesse Clark of Wielded Steel and Nick Chance of Beautiful Child of God. The song is the first single from their new concept EP I Hope I Die Here that will released on December 6 under their just announced deal with Sharptone Records.
Blaythe Steuer said of the new single, "'Don't Need Your Help' is about my touring experience throughout the country, and learning that many people still view the Southeast through a lens of negativity. The meaning behind the song is broad, in the sense that it certainly acknowledges the painful past of the region. But it also makes clear that it doesn't help anyone to continue sh*tting on the current people here that only want to make it a better place for everyone." (continue)
Dream Theater dedicated their concert in Croatia on Tuesday night (October 29th) to reunited drummer Mike Portnoy's sister Samantha Leone Cattaneo, who died earlier in the day.
The band took to social media late Tuesday night and shared, "Tonight's show in Zagreb Croatia was dedicated to Mike Portnoy's sister Samantha Leone Cattaneo who passed away shortly before showtime. (continue)
Fall Out Boy and The Killers will headline the seventh annual Innings Festival, returning to Arizona's Tempe Beach Park & Arts Park on February 21 and 22, 2025.
Bringing together 18 artists across two stages for no overlapping sets, the all-star lineup includes Incubus, The Black Keys, Slightly Stoopid, The All-American Rejects, and more on Friday, while Beck, Gary Clark Jr., Boyz II Men, and Jack's Mannequin among others will take the stage Saturday. Fans can look forward to interactive baseball activities and numerous appearances by Major League Baseball greats Vince Coleman, Evan Longoria, Jim Abbott, Jake Peavy, Brett Butler, plus Olympic medalist and ESPN analyst Jessica Mendoza, and the return of Off the Mound with Ryan Dempster, featuring live interviews and special performances from surprise guests including artists from the festival lineup. (continue)
Rhino Record is celebrating legendary rockers Rush's years on Atlantic Records with a new limited edition box set "The Albums: 1989-1996", that is being released this Friday, November 1st and is limited to 3,000 copies.
The 6LP set covers the first four albums that Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart recorded for Atlantic Records before their hiatus in 1997. Each album includes a print of reimagined cover artwork and is housed in a slipcase featuring new artwork by award-winning artist Hugh Syme, who has created all of Rush's album cover art since 1975. (continue)
Primus have announced that Tim "Herb" Alexander has decided to part ways with the band after he "lost his passion for playing", but they reassured fans that their upcoming shows will still be happening.
The band shared, "On Thursday, October 17th, we received an email from Tim "Herb" Alexander expressing that effective immediately he would no longer be involved with Primus. It came as a complete shock to all of us here in the Primus camp. (continue)
Cathy Rankin just released her debut single "Now You've Gone," featuring David Ellefson (ex Megadeth) and Ken Mary (ex Alice Cooper) and to celebrate we asked her to tell us about the track. Here is the story:
In 2020, when I heard the news that Neil Peart, one of the greatest musicians and storytellers in music, was gone, I vividly remember feeling there was suddenly an overwhelming void in the world that would never be filled. Through tears, I wondered how someone I didn't personally know could affect my life so much. I wanted to write something to express all those emotions that I, and so many others around the world, were feeling. I tucked the idea away and knew it would eventually come to me. (continue)
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