Godsmack is completing work on their next album according to a report by Launch.com. 

They are expected to put the finishing touches on the recording this week before embarking on a radio-station tour May 6th. They plan to return to the studio in June to mix the album before they begin the Ozzfest. 

W.A.S.P. - Fans on AOL will get a rare chance to talk with Blackie Lawless one on one April 30th. The chat will be available to America Online users and will begin at 8:00pm EDT.  You can log on to the chat by using keyword: ROCK CHAT.  Be sure to ask Blackie how he feels about Al Gore's wife Tipper. 

W.A.S.P. wrapped up a successful tour in support of their latest album W.A.S.P. BEST OF THE BEST VOLUME ONE 1984-1999 last week. (It's a really cool cd, you should pick up a copy - aG) 

Stroke-9: Nasty Little Thoughts the debut album from Universal Records recording artist Stroke-9's has gone gold! The band is best known for their radio hit "Little Black Backpack."    

Bon Jovi - That's right I said Bon Jovi. The 80's rockers recently surprised and delighted fans by announcing a club date at the Chicago House of Blues on May 4th. 

Now the band will play a club closer to home this Thursday at the Tradewinds in Sea Bright, New Jersey. Will this become a regular thing? Didn't Jon give up music for an acting career?