Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann
Jon Lord Dies at 71: Geezer Butler, Iron Maiden, Slash + More Pay Tribute
The death of legendary Deep Purple keyboardist Jon Lord has shaken the rock world through some of its most celebrated musicians. Among those who have tweeted their condolences are Slash, Mike Portnoy, Iron Maiden, Tom Morello and many more. Perhaps the most notable post however, comes from Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler.
Slash Beginning Work on Next Album
The wait is over, people! After nearly two entire months since Slash released his latest solo record, the legendary guitarist is already beginning to work on an even newer album! Though it may seem somewhat premature, Slash attributes his constant writing to the direct product of his enthusiasm and the energy he’s acquired from working with his backing band, Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators.
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Do These Tunes Sound Like Green Day Songs?
Ever turn on the radio, hear a new song and swear that you’ve heard it before? So have the fine people over at indie rock site Diffuser.fm. With inconceivable amount of music written each year, there are bound to be songs that will sound exactly something else, whether intentional or not. Diffuser.fm decided to make a compilation of songs that sound the same, with Green Day as their subject of cho
Dave Grohl Working With Singer-Songwriter Taylor Greenwood
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has worked with some of rock music’s most respected and admired musicians. From drumming for Nirvana and Queens of the Stone Age, working with Motorhead‘s Lemmy Kilmister in Probot, Slash, Trent Reznor and even Tony Iommi. Now, the musical powerhouse wants to introduce Taylor Greenwood to the world as his new protege.
Puscifer’s Carina Round on Being Recruited by Maynard Keenan, Her Solo Career + More
Shortly after Puscifer‘s mind-blowing performance in Asbury Park, N.J., we were given the opportunity to speak with Puscifer co-vocalist Carina Round.
Bizarre Tour Rider Requests
What do a human skull filled with Red Hots, 50 sheep heads and a Bob Hope impersonator have in common? They’ve all been demanded in the tour riders of some of rock and metal’s biggest bands!
Listen to White Zombie’s ‘Thunder Kiss ’65′ Remixed by Korn’s Jonathan Davis
Rob Zombie is set to release his ‘Mondo Sex Head’ remix album on Aug. 7, which will feature “shocking” remixes of Zombie classics by several electronic musicians. First up is Korn frontman Jonathan ‘J-Devil’ Davis‘ remix of the White Zombie classic ‘Thunder Kiss ’65,’ which you can hear below.
Motley Crue Release Taste of ‘Sex’
Motley Crue fans are surely counting down the day until the band’s new single ‘Sex’ sees its release on July 17. However, if you need a bit of a Crue fix to tide you over, the band have posted a 30-second snippet of ‘Sex’ on their website for fans to sink their teeth into.
Serj Tankian Rocks ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ + Releases New Video for ‘Occupied Tears’
Serj Tankian was the musical guest on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ last night (July 11), during which the System of a Down singer performed ‘Butterflies’ and the title track from his new solo album ‘Harakiri.’
Randy Blythe’s Wife Visits Him in Czech Jail, Proclaims His Innocence
As Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe remains in Czech jail for controversial manslaughter charges, the singer’s wife, Cindy, made a trip to the Czech Republic to visit her imprisoned husband.
Queensryche Guitarist Claims Former Singer Geoff Tate Punched and Spat on Band Members
Queensryche have been subject to one of the most venomous splits in recent history. We’ve all heard rumors about former vocalist Geoff Tate feuding with the other Queensryche members, but a new statement from guitarist Michael Wilton details a violent and chaotic scenario, which seems to have led to Tate’s exit from the band.
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Show Support for Imprisoned Lamb of God Vocalist Randy Blythe
The outpouring of support for imprisoned Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe has been absolutely massive throughout the metal community. As Blythe remains in Czech prison, the two newest supporters of Blythe’s release, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, have taken to their Twitter accounts to promote the legal fund of the Lamb of God vocalist.