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British College First To Offer Heavy Metal Degree

Chad Bowar — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:00:06 +0000

Imagine getting college credit for studying Metallica and Iron Maiden and playing metal gigs. Sounds like something metalheads might dream up after a long night of partying, but a college in the U.K. is doing just that. Beginning this fall, New College Nottingham will offer a two-year degree in heavy metal, reports the Nottingham Post. Musician [...]

Emmure Singer Frankie Palmeri Electrocuted On Stage In Moscow [VIDEO]

Adams — Wed, 08 May 2013 17:56:48 +0000

When's the last time you saw someone electrocuted while performing on stage? You know, like a singer of fairly decent metal band? I have seen my fair share of shows but never have I seen something like this. Let me start by saying I wasn't at Emmure's show in Moscow the other night but a 'S' ton of people were and of course, video was rolling.

Danko Jones "A Beautiful Day" – Official Music Video [VIDEO]

Dalton Castle — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 18:45:30 +0000

Out of Toronto, Canada Danko Jones has been shaking up the Q103 air waves lately. If you’re digging what you hear then check out their official music video for “A Beautiful Day”. I’m pretty down with the song but I have my issues with the music video. The shaky camera with jump cuts and [...]

Full Metal Jackie Coming to Q103 This Sunday at 10p

Wes Styles — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 11:00:17 +0000

What up Capital Region? My name is Full Metal Jackie and I’m HONORED to be bringing the metal to Q103 starting this Sunday night at 10! That’s right Metal Maniacs. 2 hours of FULL METAL INSANITY. Each and every week. The classics, the new stuff and everything in between! We’ll start things off this week [...]

Jason Newsted – Q103 Interview [Audio]

Wes Styles — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 20:37:38 +0000

Styles sat down this morning (1/14) for a phone chat with legendary bassist Jason Newsted.

The conversation was driven by talk of Jason's new band (Newsted), their new EP (Metal EP), touring, and the revival of his love for writing/performing music.

In Honor of Father's Day Metal Dads Weigh In On Balancing Family and Career

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 13:31:49 +0000

As the day to honor dads around the country descends upon us, Roadrunner Records caught up with some of their own V.I.P. dads to ask them about the challenges of balancing family life with their day job. There’s always a delicate balance between family life and career. Add to that the touring, traveling, and time away from home that comes with being in a band, and it can be a real juggling act but these rockers have found a way to make it all work.

New Dragonforce Song Available For Free Download

BJ Ragone — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 12:52:29 +0000

Dragoneforce is one of the best powermetal bands on planet, and with a new album on the way they are giving their fans a preview with a free download of their new song ‘Fallen World’. ‘The Power Within’ will be the fifth studio album from London powermetal group Dragonforce. One thing can be said about [...]

Anthrax Guitarist Fights Viral Infection and Drummer Exits Tour To Be With Ailing Mom

Spencer Kaufman — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 12:30:30 +0000

Earlier today, we reported that Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian missed last night’s show in Kansas City, Mo., due to an unspecified illness. Now, the band has released a statement explaining that Ian is battling a severe viral infection that caused him to be hospitalized in Los Angeles. In addition, the band also has announced that drummer Charlie Benante has left the tour to be at the bedside of his terminally ill mother in New York.

Want To Go To Gigantour? How Do Free Tickets Sound?

Dalton Castle — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:00:22 +0000

The ultimate show is coming through the Albany area and in preparation here at Q103 are brushing up on the music videos of the bands of Gigantour. Megaddeath, Motorhead, Volbeat and Lacuna Coil. The show is February 1st at the Glen Falls Civic center, but you already have the opportunity to win tickets all week [...]

Metallica Drummer Lars Ulrich Gives Thanks to Iron Maiden

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:55 +0000

Churning out their own brand of iconic metal for 30 years now, Metallica may be one of the most influential bands in the world, but according to drummer Lars Ulrich, “I don’t think Metallica would be where Metallica is today if it wasn’t for Iron Maiden.”

New Slayer Album In The Works

BJ Ragone — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 14:22:01 +0000

According to Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo, their next album is being worked on. It will be the follow up to 2009′s World Painted Blood. According to Dave Lombardo’s facebook page he is putting the finishing touches on his Philm album. After that it looks like thrash metal fans around the world can rejoice as new [...]

Mastodon Unveil 'The Hunter' Vinyl Edition [VIDEO]

BJ Ragone — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:41:04 +0000

Most of us just hop on iTunes these days to get our favorite music, and why not? It’s quick simple and easy. For those of us who still like the feel of having that new album in our hand though it’s no substitute. Mastodon is catering to die hard album junkies with the 180-gram vinyl [...]

'That Metal Show' Recap: Axl Rose Talks Lateness, Slash + Original 'Appetite' Cover

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:16:36 +0000

After a few weeks of hype, Season 9 of VH1 Classic’s ‘That Metal Show’ kicked off last night (which isn’t its regular night, mind you) with the mother of all interviews and on National Metal Day. The camera-shy, elusive W. Axl Rose agreed to a sit down with Eddie Trunk and co. in the early morning hours in Miami. He was rather candid and shared his thoughts on his lateness and lawsuits. He also revealed his original idea for the ‘Appetite for Destruction’ cover.

Top Five Metal Bands – Q-Tease Jen's Picks [VIDEOS]

Jennifer Beaudoin — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 22:43:38 +0000

Happy Metal Day! \m/ In honor of today, I want to do a more personal blog on my favorite metal bands. Newer, more modern metal wouldn't be here if it weren't for past bands and musicians, but the metal of today also deserves to be recognized. After all, some of today's better metal bands could go down in history just like the old school ones have, and create a continuous cycle of metal that gets handed down to each generation. Here are my top five metal bands. Rock out!

Anthrax Singer Talks About Getting Tackled During Show

Liz Ramanand — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 23:00:27 +0000

Anthrax frontman Joey Belladonna was attacked during an Oct. 22 show at L.A.’s Club Nokia while on tour to support the band’s new album ‘Worship Music.’ In an interview with Metal Assault, Belladonna commented on the incident.

Vegan Chef Teaches Cooking Through Black Metal

BJ Ragone — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:31:52 +0000

Do you love super dark black metal music? How about vegan food? Then maybe this will be your new favorite internet video series. It’s Called Vegan Black Metal Chef and he is bringing you some delicious food; FROM HELL! I’m not a vegan, nor am I a fan of satanic music, but I am a [...]

Two New Bands: How The World Ends And Not Yet Fallen

Jennifer Beaudoin — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:29:22 +0000

Friday night, Dublin's was the home of three local metal bands, who performed for a small group of people and showed them what they were made of. I was there for two of the bands, Not Yet Fallen and How the World Ends, and was very impressed. I can now add two new bands to my large plethora of musical love affairs.

'American Idol' Alum James Durbin Inks Deal With Wind-up Records

Chris M. Junior — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 20:55:50 +0000

Finishing fourth on ‘American Idol’ isn’t necessarily detrimental to a music career, especially for singers whose registers are best suited for rock.

Things have turned out just fine for Chris Daughtry, season five’s fourth-place finalist. And so far, the likelihood for sustained success is looking good for the season 10 equivalent, James Durbin, who recently signed a contract with Wind-up Records.

National Headbangers Day Is Set

Q103 — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:48:23 +0000

Talk about your heavy-metal thunder on the tube. VH1 Classic has scheduled 11 days of metal-themed programming in early November that will culminate with its self-proclaimed National Metal Day on Nov. 11. “Nobody is more metal than VH1 Classic,” said Ben Zurier, VH1 Classic’s executive vice president of programming strategy. “Celebrating National Metal Day on [...]

Which Of The 'Big Four' Do You Want To See More?

BJ Ragone — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 17:26:54 +0000

The ‘Big Four’ of thrash, Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax, keep adding more dates for them all to play together. Fingers crossed that they hit near the Albany area. Which one of the four would you want to see the most? How cool would it be if we could have the ‘Big Four’ come to [...]