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Maynard James Keenan Talks Winemaking in CBS Interview
Maynard James Keenan (Tool, A Perfect Circle, Puscifer) was recently the subject of a CBS news piece. Instead of focusing on Keenan’s music, the topic was one that the frontman has been passionate about for a long time — his winemaking career.
Glenn Danzig to Take on Black Sabbath, Elvis Presley + More on Upcoming Covers Album
Former Misfits frontman Glenn Danzig is set to premiere the first single, ‘Devil’s Angels,’ from his newly recorded covers album. The disc will feature Danzig taking on tracks from music legends such as Black Sabbath, Elvis Presley and many more.
Falling in Reverse, Black Veil Brides + Mastodon Among Nominees for 2012 Kerrang! Awards
British music magazine Kerrang! has just announced the list of nominees for their 2012 Kerrang! Awards. Among the most nominated acts for the annual awards show are Black Veil Brides, Falling in Reverse, You Me at Six and Mastodon.
Slipknot Plan Return to Studio in Early 2013 for ‘Brutal’ New Album
Slipknot are planning to enter the studio in early 2013 to record a new album, which will be their first release following the tragic 2010 death of bassist and founding member Paul Gray.
Marilyn Manson on the West Memphis Three, Johnny Depp + More
After a 40-minute chat with Marilyn Manson, we chose to split the enormous amount of dialogue into four separate posts. Finally, after listening to a ton of tape and transcribing for who knows how many hours, we’re now happy to present to you the fourth and final part of our interview with the rock icon.
Loudwire Asks: What Is One Thing You Must Bring on Tour (no electronics)?
During our coverage of the 2012 New England Metal & Hardcore Festival, we had the chance to speak with more than a dozen bands throughout the three days of music and brutality. In addition to exclusive interviews, we took the chance to ask members from each band, “What is one thing you must bring on tour with you (excluding electronics)?”
Tom Morello Leads Guitar March at Occupy Wall Street’s ‘May Day’ Rally
Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello has proven to be one of rock’s biggest supporters of the ‘Occupy’ movement. On May 1, the movement held ‘May Day,’ where supporters united on the streets of New York City to remind the world of their numbers and continued presence throughout NYC.
Marilyn Manson, ‘Born Villain’ – Album Review
In our recent interview with Marilyn Manson, the iconic rocker told us that his latest album, ‘Born Villain,’ is his “comeback.” Manson had grown tired of not only his musical direction, but with himself as a person. To once again light the creative spark within him, Manson isolated himself in a near-empty apartment with bare walls so he would be forced to create.
Mayhem Festival Cruise Officially Confirmed for December 2012
Most of us haven’t bought into the whole 2012 apocalypse thing, but with the amount of metal festivals that are being held on cruise ships this winter, we’re starting to think that the metal gods know something we don’t.
Rise Against Singer Tim McIlrath Encourages Fans to ‘Be Educated’ on Politics
Rise Against are well-known for the politically infused messages within their music. Having developed their own sound combining hardcore punk with a pop sensibility, the underlying essence of Rise Against’s social and political activism-through-sound has resonated with millions of fans worldwide.
Black Sabbath to Play ‘Intimate’ Hometown Show in Birmingham, England
The unfortunate turn of events in the Black Sabbath camp, including Tony Iommi‘s cancer diagnosis and Bill Ward‘s contract issues, limited the newly reunited Black Sabbath to only a couple of 2012 shows instead of a world tour. However, one more show has been added to Sabbath’s schedule, which will be their first official reunion performance.
Steel Panther Bring Heavy Metal and Debauchery Back in Connecticut
Steel Panther put on one of the best live concert experiences of any band out there today. Not only is each member of the band a truly talented musician, they are also able to create a wormhole back to the ’80s on the Sunset Strip. Crowd members come to Steel Panther concerts decked out in wigs and spandex as the women of the crowd are quick to lose their shirts and bras when invited up onstage by