Wolfgang Van Halen discusses nerves over covering Eddie's guitar parts at Taylor Hawkins tribute concert: “I didn’t even know if I could do it”
The multi-instrumentalist details his fast-tracked rehearsal process with Dave Grohl, Josh Freese and Justin Hawkins, and why the tribute marked the perfect moment to play Van Halen music onstage
Read more » The inside story of Matt Bellamy’s vision for Manson Guitar Works
Co-owner Adrian Ashton takes us inside one of the most thrilling gear collaborations between artist and luthier, and explains how the Muse frontman drives innovation at the company he co-owns
Read more » Boss finally drops the Waza Craft we’ve all been waiting for – the DS-1W Distortion
A reboot of the 1978 classic, the DS-1W features the original’s tight, hard-edged distortion circuit and a Custom mode that vows to take the pedal’s tone “to the next dimension”
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STEEL PANTHER Announces 'On The Prowl' Album; 'Never Too Late (To Get Some P***y Tonight)' Single To Arrive Tomorrow
California glam metal jokesters STEEL PANTHER will release their sixth album, “On The Prowl”, on February 24, 2023. The official music video for the LP’s first single, “Never Too Late (To Get Some Pussy Tonight)”, will make its online debut tomorrow (Thursday, October 6) at 7:00 a.m. PDT / 10:00 a.m…
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ANVIL Documentary Made It Possible For LIPS And ROBB REINER To Quit Day Jobs: 'We're Making A Damn Great Living'
A remastered edition of ANVIL’s acclaimed documentary, “Anvil! The Story Of Anvil”, received its premiere in conjunction with Beyond Fest on September 22 in Los Angeles at the Saban Theater, where ANVIL also performed, along with appearances from surprise musical guests, including ANTHRAX guitarist…
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KORN's JONATHAN DAVIS Launches Pet Brand 'Freak On A Leash'
KORN frontman Jonathan Davis has announced the launch of his new pet brand, Freak On A Leash. According to the singer, “These premium products are created for all, paying homage to the horror and rock music we love. This first collection, designed exclusively by me, contains all custom products made…
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Ex-CRO-MAGS Frontman JOHN JOSEPH Announces New BLOODCLOT Album 'Souls'
BLOODCLOT (a.k.a. BLOODCLOT!), the American hardcore/punk/crossover band led by former CRO-MAGS frontman John “Bloodclot” Joseph, will release its new album, “Souls”, on December 16 via Upstate Records.
BLOODCLOT’s origins date back to the early 1980s when its lineup doubled as roadies and provided…
Earth Tour Start Recap
Thank you to Riverside, San Diego, Los Angeles, Scottsdale, Stockton, Seattle, Spokane, Salem, Redding and Oakland for an absolutely incredible start to the #EarthTour. The shows have been a real…
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SKILLET's Jesus-Loving Frontman JOHN COOPER: 'I Never Understood The Roots Of Rebellion In Rock And Roll'
John Cooper, the frontman and bassist for the Grammy-nominated Christian rock group SKILLET, recently spoke to the “Idleman Unplugged” about the criticism he and his bandmates have faced for playing “hard music”, which is often viewed by some people as demonic or anti-religious. He said (as transcri…
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LAMB OF GOD's JOHN CAMPBELL On 'Omens': 'I Think It's Our Best Record Ever'
LAMB OF GOD bassist John Campbell spoke to Australia’s Heavy about the band’s upcoming album, “Omens”, which will arrive this Friday (October 7). He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “I’m excited to finally get it out there. We recorded it back in February. We were working on it well before…
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