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Teenage Girl Killing It With Van Halen "Eruption" Guitar Solo [VIDEO]

Dalton Castle — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:26:10 +0000

I’m completely bias on this video but I will give credit where credit is do. This 14 year old chick can play her some guitar. I say I’m bias for two reason, one, I’m not the biggest fan of Van Halen and two, I hate teenage girls. Both I find to be very annoying. [...]

Sick Puppies – Rock on the Range [Audio]

Wes Styles — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:02:51 +0000

Shim Moore, lead singer of Sick Puppies was a busy man at Rock on the Range after their set. He was seen running all over, just about every inch of the media tent and then some talking with press. I was able to grab Shim for a few minutes to talk the new album, the differences in living in the United States vs. Australia, and even the most generic questions he gets commonly asked.

Volbeat – Rock on the Range [Audio]

Wes Styles — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:17:57 +0000

Another of the major highlights of this year's Rock On The Range was Volbeat on the main stage for Sunday's closeout show of the weekend long festival. The band recently released their latest album "Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies" and the first single "The Hangman's Body Count" is climbing the Active Rock radio chart towards number one.

The band has become one of the most loved bands in rock music, finally gaining attention in the United States after nearly 12 years and 5 albums.

Black Sabbath Perform 'End of the Beginning' on 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:28:29 +0000

After much anticipation, Black Sabbath finally premiered the new track 'End of the Beginning' on CBS cop drama 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.' Sabbath got some pretty good TV time on the program, performing the new song before vocalist Ozzy Osbourne showed off his acting chops during an after-show interview.

Five Finger Death Punch + Rob Halford Unleash 'Lift Me Up' Lyric Video

Chad Childers — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:26:43 +0000

Things may be bright and rosy for Five Finger Death Punch, getting to work with the "Metal God" himself Rob Halford on their current single 'Lift Me Up,' but the mood of the track is anything but cheery, as evidenced in the lyric video for the song.

Five Finger Death Punch's Ivan Moody Starts Fight With Black Veil Brides Via Facebook

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 08 May 2013 18:38:16 +0000

Ivan Moody, front man of iconic Las Vegas rockers Five Finger Death Punch is sure living up to his name. I don't know what lit his fire but he sure is in a bad mood, as he recently picked a fight with Hollywood rock band Black Veil Brides via Facebook for no apparent reason. Read about the drama below.

How To Make Friends And Not Alienate People – How Not To Be A Tool At Rock Shows

Rayne — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:16:06 +0000

So, M and I were at the Opeth concert last month. Of course we were. Awesome musicians like Katatonia, Steven Wilson (whose bassist is WAY too cool for school), and Opeth? You know we were there. We’re probably going to see Device, and we’re totally going to Q-Ruption. What? It’s like three whole months away! [...]

Falling in Reverse Reveal New Album Details + 'Alone' Music Video

Chad Childers — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:00:25 +0000

Falling in Reverse are ready to capture the magic again with their second album. The band has announced that the disc, titled 'Fashionably Late,' will carry a June 18 release via Epitaph Records. FIR have just begun laying out the release details, with the first single being unleashed and the pre-order going live today at the band's webstore here.

Adam Yauch Park Officially Dedicated in Honor of Beastie Boys Musician in Brooklyn Heights

Chad Childers — Sat, 04 May 2013 17:30:02 +0000

This weekend will be rife with memories of late Beastie Boys musician Adam Yauch and the celebration of his life began Friday (May 3) in Brooklyn Heights, New York where the park where he played as a kid was officially named Adam Yauch Park in his honor. Today (May 4) officially marks the one-year anniversary of his death and there has been a movement over the last year to rename the Palmetto Playground in honor of the man also known as MCA.

Chino Moreno's Palms Debut New Track 'Patagonia,' Announce July Dates

Chad Childers — Wed, 01 May 2013 16:00:06 +0000

Chino Moreno has more than Deftones on his plate these days, and fans are now getting a chance to check out some music from his side group Palms. Moreno was recruited to sing on the album by three of the former members of Isis, who are also part of the group. Now the first song 'Patagonia,' from their self-titled effort has surfaced online.

Fans Unite for New Book 'To Pearl Jam With Love'

Chad Childers — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:34:56 +0000

Pearl Jam have one of the most dedicated fan bases in music and several members of that base are rallying their cohorts to create a book that will serve as a tribute to the band. ‘To Pearl Jam With Love’ will be a collection of stories, love letters, thank you’s and artistic tributes to the [...]

Halestorm Cover 'Karate Kid' Theme 'You're the Best Around'

Chad Childers — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:08:24 +0000

Halestorm are no strangers to covers, having already released one covers collection and recently discussing ideas for a second. But during a trip to an Idaho radio station, the band quickly learned and cranked out one track they might not have had in their arsenal -- Joe Esposito's 'You're the Best Around.'

10 Celebrity Bands You've Probably Never Heard Of

Donald Deane — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:00:08 +0000

If there's one Hollywood cliche you can count on, it's that most actors are frustrated musicians deep down inside. While the majority will never have major commercial success like, say, Rick Springfield, Patrick Swayze or Jamie Foxx (go ahead and laugh, but they all had number one singles), many gamely pursue a side career in music for years without being noticed by anyone but their most hardcore fans.

Kirk Hammett on Metallica's Forthcoming Album: 'It's a Pretty Slow Process'

Chad Childers — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:00:26 +0000

There's no question that Metallica have their plate full, but guitarist Kirk Hammett says the band still hopes to have their next album out by 2014 -- yet he won't make any guarantees. In a new interview, Hammett gave an update on Metallica's next album, as well as their other projects.

Metallica Pinball Game Coming Soon

Chad Childers — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 18:25:36 +0000

Listening to a Metallica song can often feel like you’re a giant ball bounding around against the bumpers in a pinball game, so it makes sense that the band would take the next logical step and put their brand on an actual pinball game. Metallica have revealed a new trailer trailer (seen below) that showcases [...]

Stop the Presses: Axl Rose Seen Without a Hat!

Loudwire Staff — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:45:11 +0000

In what is sure to be the music news event of the year, Axl Rose has been photographed without his signature fedora! Yes, the Guns N' Roses singer has been spotted with his long red locks on full display (see the photo above).

'Slipknot for Saturday Night Live' Petition Gains Support From Corey Taylor + Shawn Crahan

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 21:33:20 +0000

In 2011, a Facebook page was launched petitioning 'Saturday Night Live' to bring in Slipknot as a musical guest. It's hard to believe that the metal phenoms have never graced the 'SNL' stage, as they've brought the hate to 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' in the past, along with multiple appearances on 'Conan' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

Shinedown – Exclusive Raw Live Performance "I'll Follow You" [VIDEO]

Dalton Castle — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:21:09 +0000

In the music age of processing and auto tuning its refreshing to catch a raw live performance. Shinedown recently threw down a track at Henson Recording Studios in Hollywood, CA for The Live Room. Check out this performance of their hit “I’ll Follow You” and after you hear the whole song let us know [...]

Maria Brink Of In This Moment Doesn't Like Balls Flung At Her Face [AUDIO]

Dalton Castle — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 18:40:54 +0000

I sit down with the front girl Maria Brink of In This Moment to discuss their upcoming show and some happy memories of the Albany Area. Maria is a Local success story of the Albany area and a high name in the female rock world. It’s always a pleasure to talk with her about what’s [...]

The Kids Choice Awards Will Make You Feel Dirty

Dalton Castle — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:41:00 +0000

I know I am not suppose to watch the kid’s choice awards but I was flipping through the channels and caught a little bit of it. I didn’t watch long because even just seeing it on TV made me feel a little uncomfortable.