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Former Sebastian Bach Drummer Mark ‘Bam Bam’ McConnell’s Family Issues Heartfelt Eulogy
It’s been nearly a week since the rock world lost drummer Mark ‘Bam Bam’ McConnell. Having served as Sebastian Bach‘s touring drummer from 1997-2005 and spending 1996-1997 with southern rock band Blackfoot, McConnell was well-known for his skills behind the kit.
Slipknot Tease ‘Antennas To Hell’ Release
A puzzling and perplexing video has just been added to Roadrunner Records’ official site. The post depicts Slipknot DJ Sid Wilson working the vinyl to a remixed version of the staple Slipknot tracks ‘Surfacing’ and ‘People = S–t.’ No explanation has been given by Roadrunner or Slipknot, teasing fans as to the nature of what seems to be a July release.
Smile Empty Soul’s Sean Danielsen Discusses New Album ‘3′s’ and Looks Back at Band’s Career
Smile Empty Soul frontman Sean Danielsen recently checked in with Loudwire to talk the band’s nearly 15-year career. With a brand-new album out called ’3′s,’ Danielson opened up about Smile Empty Soul’s sudden success with ‘Bottom of a Bottle’ and ‘Nowhere Kids,’ while describing the frustration of attempting to keep their career at that very high point.
Glenn Danzig Claims ‘Setup’ Led to Viral Video of Him Getting Knocked Out
Most of you by now have probably seen the viral video of Misfits / Danzig vocalist Glenn Danzig getting punched out by North Side Kings singer Danny Marianinho. The punch seen round-the-world was filmed in 2004, but Danzig himself recently took a rare moment to discuss what exactly happened on that night.
The Used Discuss New Album ‘Vulnerable,’ Intense Encounter With Super Fan + More
Before the Used invaded New York City to perform for a sold-out crowd, we had the opportunity to speak with guitarist Quinn Allman and bassist Jeph Howard.
Nikki Sixx Dismisses L.A. Guns Singer Phil Lewis After Online Attack
L.A. Guns vocalist Phil Lewis recently engaged in an online battle with Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx after Lewis trashed Crue’s live performances and claimed that the band is just out for “easy money.” Lewis followed up on his first rant with a second attack on the bassist, where he called Sixx and his best-selling autobiography ‘The Heroin Diaries’ “a total fraud.”
The Used + Dead Sara ‘Come Alive’ and ‘Go for the Kill’ at New York City Concert
The Used and Dead Sara invaded New York City last night to jam for a sold-out crowd at Irving Plaza. Fans of the Used were just as rabid as they’ve always been, with wall-to-wall, back-to-front moshing consuming the entire venue, and Dead Sara surprised the crowd with an incredibly solid and powerful set, no doubt gaining hundreds of new fans.
Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe Deletes Legendary Twitter Account
Our favorite Tweeter in the world, Lamb of God singer Randy Blythe, has deleted his official Twitter account. The king of the metal ranters has decided that the “kinda addictive” site is “a gigantic waste of time” and has vowed that he will never make a Twitter account ever again.
Guns N’ Roses Reportedly Ask for 20 Scottish Models to Sit Front Row at Glasgow Show
Hey ladies, has it ever been your dream to act as eye-candy for Axl Rose? Then hop on a plane to Scotland! The Guns N’ Roses frontman and his crew have reportedly contacted a Scottish modeling agency to request that 20 of their hottest young ladies stand in the front row for the band’s Glasgow gig on May 25.
Metallica’s James Hetfield: ‘I Only Have 846 Riffs’ Written for New Album
As Metallica prepare for their Orion Music + More Festival and upcoming 3D concert film, the band is also busy working on a new album. One could say that Metallica have a ton of songs on the table, as frontman James Hetfield revealed that the band has collected 846 different riffs.
Black Sabbath Cut Bill Ward Out of Classic Photos on Updated Website
When original Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward finally made the official announcement that he would not be joining the band for what would have been metal’s biggest reunion, the decision seemed to be more business-related instead of personal. However, Black Sabbath have now made the split with Ward very personal, as pictures of the drummer have been removed from the band’s vintage photo gallery.
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Phil Anselmo ‘Not Too Sold’ on Zakk Wylde Playing in Potential Pantera Reunion
Pantera are one of the very few bands whose power and influence has remained legendary for decades. As Pantera consistently remain one of the most discussed bands in metal history, the subject of a partial reunion comes up fairly regularly. However, the question remains — who would fill the spot of the late, great “Dimebag” Darrell Abbott?