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Insane Clown Posse Release ‘The Mighty Death Pop’ Details + Infomercial
The self-proclaimed most hated band in the world – that’d be Insane Clown Posse- has released a new infomerical promoting its forthcoming masterpiece ‘The Mighty Death Pop.’ The album drops on Aug. 14, but this 19-minute promo video will certainly help take the sting off having to wait four months for new ICP tunes, which will come in multiple configurations.
System of a Down + Deftones Tease 2012 Tour Announcement
System of a Down and Deftones are teasing what looks to be a Monday (April 23) announcement of a joint North American tour. Hot on the heels of the news that they both will be playing Heavy MTL and Heavy T.O. festivals up in Canada this summer, it looks like more dates together are in the works, as the bands used their social media and online properties to drop obvious hints.
Metallica Contributing to Dio and Deep Purple Tribute Albums
The loss of vocalist Ronnie James Dio to stomach cancer in 2010 still stings the hearts of metal fans, including that of the mighty Metallica. The band plans to be involved in the upcoming Dio ribute album, which will also feature Anthrax, Rob Halford and more. It turns out that Metallica even contacted Dio’s widow directly in order to get the ball rolling on their participation.
Down and Sleep To Headline Scion Rock Fest
The 2012 Scion Rock Fest is set to hit Tampa, Fla., and its free to the public. This year’s spectacle takes place on June 2, just in time for the summer swelter. Down and Sleep are set to headline the event, where 26 metal bands will perform at four different venues throughout the course of the day. The city of Tampa will never, ever be the same.
Chevelle Get Clobbered by Unseen Force in New ‘Hats Off to the Bull’ Video
Chevelle get their butts kicked by an unseen force throwing fisticuffs in the band’s new video for ‘Hats Off to the Bull.’ It’s easily one of the most brutal and cool clips we’ve witnessed in quite some time. Somehow, the violence is much more intense when you can’t see the perpetrator.
Use of Dangerous Synthetic Marijuana Growing — How Concerned Should You Be?
Synthetic marijuana use is on the rise and it’s got anti-drug activists and the legalization movement concerned. Health experts claim fake pot is a chemical cocktail that produces a similar — and legal — high, but is far more dangerous than the real thing.
Kittie Show at Rave in Milwaukee To Stream for Free on April 17
Fans all over the world can take in Kittie‘s show at The Rave in Milwaukee, Wis. tomorrow (April 17.) The show will be streamed live at 9 PM ET/8 PM CT. Additionally, the webcast will be absolutely free. So regardless of whether or not you’ve got an open schedule on Tuesday night, clear the decks and make room for some Kittie and their brand of metal.
The Darkness Say New Album Mixes ‘Old School’ and ‘Luxurious’ Rock
The Darkness have come out of retirement and will issue their third album sometime this year. Singer Justin Hawkins shared details about the unusual recording process for the release, as half was recorded in England and the other half in Nashville. There was a break in between sessions, since the band hit the festival circuit in Europe last summer to wear away any road rust.
Former Guns N’ Roses Guitarist Izzy Stradlin Releases Statement on Rock Hall Induction
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is tomorrow (April 14) and the once, former and current members of Guns N’ Roses are still making headlines regarding their imminent entry into the Hall up until the last minute. Did we expect any less?
Van Halen Live it Up in ‘She’s the Woman’ Video
If you are expecting an endless array and parade of hot babes in Van Halen‘s ‘She’s the Woman’ video, given the title, then you’re going to be disappointed. No hot chicks here. Instead, the video is full of compiled footage of the band performing at a variety of live shows on their current world tour and from their intimate gig at Cafe Wha in New York City this past January. Yes, we were there.
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Watch Full Stream of Metal Masters 3 Clinic Featuring Phil Anselmo, Geezer Butler + More
If you were cursing your geographical locale and luck last night (April 12) because you could not attend the third edition of Samson’s ‘Metal Masters‘ clinic, which is essentially a heavy metal all-star jam, then you’re in luck. If you’ve got three hours, you can enjoy a stream of the entire event which took place at the famed Key Club on Hollywood’s even more famed Sunset Strip.
Orioles Streaker Gets Lifetime Ban From Stadium
Banned for life! That’s the penalty Mark Harvey, the man who streaked onto the Camden Yards field in Baltimore, Maryland on Orioles opening day, received. Okay, while Harvey didn’t technically streak, since he actually wore a pair of Batman underwear and a cape, he’s still out on his ace.