GODSMACK Announces 'Lighting Up The Sky' Album, Shares 'You And I' Single
GODSMACK’s will release its new album, “Lighting Up The Sky”, on February 24, 2023 via BMG. The second single from the effort, “You And I”, can be streamed below.
Co-produced by vocalist/guitarist Sully Erna and Andrew “Mudrock” Murdock (AVENGED SEVENFOLD, ALICE COOPER), “Lighting Up The Sky” is a t…
Four Of Japan's Biggest Rock Stars Launch New Band, THE LAST ROCKSTARS
Yoshiki, Hyde, Sugizo and Miyavi, four major forces from Japan’s rock scene, have announced their new star-studded band THE LAST ROCKSTARS.
Two song teaser videos have been released, one for “The Last Rockstars” (lyrics by Yoshiki, composed by Yoshiki) and the other for “Psycho Love” (lyrics by Yosh…
First Look: Maestro's Newest Pedals
A new quintet of sweet-sounding and awesome-looking analog boxes spans Mariner Tremolo, Titan Boost, Arcas Compressor Sustainer, Agena Envelope Filter & Orbit Phaser.After decades, Gibson revived the brand with the debut of the Maestro Original Collection line of pedals. Introducing five new pedals, the Agena Envelope Filter, Arcas Compressor Sustainer, Mariner Tremolo, Orbit Phaser, and Titan Boost, designed and styled for musicians looking to create a unique sound. The Maestro Original Collection pays tribute to the brand’s pioneering classic models, while staying true to Maestro’s spirit with modern features, expanded versatility, and advanced tone-tweaking capabilities. The Maestro Original Collection is available worldwide at authorized Gibson dealers.Learn more about the latest pedal additions.
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QUEEN Pop-Up Store To Open In Tokyo
From their first tour to Japan in April 1975 to their most recent concerts performed there in January 2020, British rock legends QUEEN and Japan have shared an unwavering bond. Now, to celebrate the band’s recent 50th anniversary, a special concept store focusing on the enduring relationship between…
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Watch JUDAS PRIEST Perform In Tucson During Fall 2022 '50 Heavy Metal Years' Tour
Fan-filmed video of JUDAS PRIEST’s November 8 performance at the Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, Arizona can be seen below.
The band’s setlist was as follows, according to Setlist.fm:
01. Electric Eye
02. Riding On The Wind
03. You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’
04. Jawbreaker
05. Firepower
06. Nev…
MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE Performs At 'Rock To Remember' Concert In Nashville: Photos
Gibson Gives — the charitable arm of Gibson, the iconic American instrument brand — and Guitars For Vets held the third annual “Rock To Remember” live concert on Tuesday, November 8 at the Gibson Garage in Nashville, Tennessee.
The “Rock To Remember” live concert at the Gibson Garage was hosted by b…
JOHNNY KELLY Rules Out TYPE O NEGATIVE 'Reunion' But Says PETER STEELE's Work 'Deserves Some Kind Of Celebration'
In a new interview with Germany’s Sonic Seducer magazine, former TYPE O NEGATIVE drummer Johnny Kelly was asked if there has ever been any talk of staging a tour in honor of the band’s late frontman Peter Steele. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “I don’t know if I would ever wanna…
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STEVE VAI To Release 'Vai/Gash' Album In January
Steve Vai and Favored Nations/Mascot Label Group have announced the release of “Vai/Gash” digitally and on CD January 27, 2023. The vinyl album release will follow on February 24. Today, they present “In The Wind” which can be previewed below.
Vai comments: “This record was written and recorded in…
LACUNA COIL's ANDREA FERRO: 'Honesty Always Pays Back In Music; People Realize When You're Real'
In a new interview with The Metal Mixtape, LACUNA COIL co-vocalist Andrea Ferro was asked how he and his bandmates have managed to continue to grow musically without chasing trends while still keeping the LACUNA COIL sound. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “One thing is that we hav…
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BEHEMOTH's NERGAL Opens Up About Realities Of Pandemic-Era Touring, Says Now Is Not Time To Start Any New Bands
In a new interview with Finland’s Chaoszine, BEHEMOTH frontman Adam “Nergal” Darski was asked what advice he would give to a young heavy metal vocalist who is just starting out in the music business. He responded: “Don’t start any bands. And I’m not even kidding here. Don’t do it. The world is overw…
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