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In a new vlog uploaded on his YouTube channel, guitarist Ola Englund (The Haunted, Feared, ex-Six Feet Under) recaps the headlining Pantera show he saw in Hamburg, Germany and reveals that vocalist Philip Anselmo told him he was one of the names the band considered when putting together their new …
Harry Styles has shared a new music video for his Harry’s House track “Daylight.” The colorful clip, directed by Tanu Muino, follows Styles as he wanders through a vivid circus, dodging daggers, juggling, and walking a tightrope along the way. Check it out below. The video for “Daylight” follows Styles’ …
Pretenders have announced a North American tour. The band will play headlining dates in support of their upcoming album, Relentless, beginning with an August 16 show at New York’s Bowery Ballroom. Pretenders are also slated to open multiple shows on Guns N’ Roses’ stadium tour; find a full list of …
Motley Crue guitar icon Mick Mars, who’s no longer performing with the band, has said the last time that he and the band really spoke to each other was in 2019, around the time of the premiere of their The Dirt biopic, despite that Mars performed with Motley Crue throughout their entire 2022 “Stadium Tour.” …
A$AP Rocky has shared a new song, “Riot (Rowdy Pipe’n).” It’s his second single as lead artist of 2023, following January’s “Same Problems?” Rocky co-produced the new track with Pharrell Williams. Listen to it below. Earlier this year, A$AP Rocky joined Tyler, The Creator on “Wharf Talk,” an archival track …
Grunge often gets the credit/blame for the downfall of hair metal and, while that’s mostly true, it wasn’t the only contributing factor, at least not according to Ratt singer Stephen Pearcy. Speaking with Goldmine magazine about Ratt’s upcoming limited edition The Atlantic Years box set, Pearcy was asked if grunge was what …
Slayer fans were still reveling in the whiplash-inducing torment of the band’s 1986 thrash-fest Reign in Blood and the torrential tour to support it when the band members slammed on the brakes and started working on the slower, more atmospheric songs that would make up South of Heaven, which was …
Nightwish vocalist Floor Jansen, who has been balancing touring duties both with her band and as a solo artist with her current pregnancy, has announced she’s bowing out of her immediate touring. The singer cited fatigue as being a major factor in her decision, revealing that she was actually taken …
Scott Ian has named the one song that’s the best introduction for people who are just getting into Anthrax. The answer came via Revolver‘s ongoing “Point of Entry” series where artists identify their band’s ideal gateway song for someone who has never heard their music before. Past participants include Jonathan Davis …
Mac Sabbath, the band that puts a fast-food spin on Black Sabbath songs, has announced a Fall 2023 US tour. The “More Than Meats the Eye” outing will feature support from The Cybertronic Spree and Playboy Manbaby. “Are you ready for an army of playboys, manbabies and a regime of …
One of the best parts about rock ‘n’ roll is that it transcends generations. Mick Jagger‘s 6-year-old son is apparently a fan of Guns N’ Roses, and a video of him dancing during the band’s June 30 show at London’s Hyde Park will make your day. The video clip was posted …
Several rock and metal bands have released multiple music videos for the same singular song of theirs. Perhaps you’re already thinking of some examples from your favorite bands. But hey, don’t jar your brain too hard — we’re here to round up for you bands that have different music videos for …
After that initial statement, a representative for Elfman told Rolling Stone that the original settlement was a reaction to the #MeToo movement and Elfman and Abadi’s “limited interactions, which did not involve sexual contact, were fully consensual.” The representative’s statement continued: When faced with threats from the other party to …
David Draiman displayed the progress of his transformative weight loss journey in a new photo the Disturbed lead singer shared on Tuesday (July 4). Using the hashtag #DownWithTheFitness to show off his bare torso, the 50-year-old Disturbed vocalist said he hasn’t been at his current weight since the mid-2000s, which is around the …
Lush’s founding guitarist and sometime vocalist Emma Anderson has announced Pearlies, her debut solo album. The album, produced by James Chapman (aka Maps), is out October 20 via Sonic Cathedral, and you can watch the Kieran Evans–directed video for new single “Bend the Round” below. Suede’s Richard Oakes plays additional …
Josh Freese has made his presence felt behind the drum kit for Foo Fighters since taking over the void left by the death of Taylor Hawkins last year. Now well into touring with the band, the veteran musician shared a little bit of what’s been like stepping into the role …
Certain songs are instantly recognizable from the moment they kick in. Whether it’s an earworm riff, an unforgettable vocal or some other extraordinary sound, there’s something special about those rock and metal songs that you can always recognize straight away. Plenty of these sorts of tracks are smash hits and …
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Most rappers flaunt their bling and their cars, but Post Malone can now add a very rare Magic: The Gathering card to his collection of splurges — this splurge, in particular, being valued at over $2 million. A lucky fan named Brook Trafton recently acquired the one-of-a-kind “One Ring” MTG card, …
Anti-Flag, the stalwart political punk band, announced their breakup yesterday on Patreon, deleting their website and social media pages. The news came suddenly, without explanation; they had been on tour and due to play in Prague tomorrow, as Stereogum notes. The band’s publicist declined to comment on the situation. The …
Yothu Yindi, the Australian rockers, activists, and traditional songmen, will be inducted into the National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMAs) Hall of Fame this weekend. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Hailing from a small Yolŋu town in Northeast Arnhem Land, Yothu Yindi …
Earlier this year, Noname said that her next album, Sundial, would arrive in July. The rapper has now provided a new update, announcing that Sundial is out August 11. Find a list of the songs on the album below. Sundial will include a song with Jay Electronica and Eryn Allen …
Rapper Lil Uzi Vert took many by surprise last week when they dropped their latest album Pink Tape, which features a cover of System of a Down‘s mega hit “Chop Suey!.” The band’s frontman Serj Tankian has responded to the cover in a post on his social media. The “Chop Suey!” cover, …
One of the key members of Journey‘s early days, rhythm guitarist George Tickner, has died at the age of 76. The news was delivered by Journey’s lone remaining original member, guitarist Neal Schon, who commented, “RIP George, you now fly with the angels,” while also sharing a Journey News video …
Longtime Wovenhand drummer Ordy Garrison has died, according to a statement on the band’s social media. The band confirmed that Garrison died from a heart attack on the morning of July 4. Read the statement below. With hearts as heavy as the earthWe regret to inform that Ordy Garrisonpassed away …
Vagabon has released the new song “Do Your Worst.” It’s the third preview of Lætitia Tamko Sorry I Haven’t Called, following “Can I Talk My Shit?” and “Carpenter.” Tamko co-produced the new single with Rostam Batmanglij and Teo Halm. Watch the Angela Ricciardi–directed video for “Do Your Worst” below. Sorry …
For the first time, Chvrches’ lead singer, Lauren Mayberry, is going on a solo tour. The tour begins in North America in September and will stretch into the United Kingdom and Europe in the fall. See Mayberry’s tour dates below. On social media, Mayberry reflected on the upcoming 10th anniversary …
Justin Simien (Dear White People) signed on to direct Disney’s newest take on Haunted Mansion, he tells Consequence, because he immediately connected with Katie Dippold’s script, and that he knew it needed to star LaKeith Stanfield — even though the script didn’t state that the lead role of Ben was …
The Eagles have just announced a series of 2023 tour dates, the first on their The Long Goodbye farewell tour. Fellow Rock and Roll Hall of Fame act Steely Dan have been tabbed as support for the fall run. Much like Deep Purple‘s own The Long Goodbye tour, the trek …
After weeks of witness testimony and presentations from the prosecution and defense, YNW Melly’s fate is now in the hands of a jury in Broward County, Florida. If convicted of two counts of first-degree murder, the rapper could be sentenced to the death penalty. Melly is accused of killing his …
