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Hellyeah, Corey Taylor + Fozzy Added to 2012 Rock Vegas Lineup
The 2012 Rock Vegas fest already boasts a massive lineup that includes headliners Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Shinedown and Godsmack. Now, the two-day event, which takes place Sept. 28 and 29 at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas, just got a little more rockin’ as a few more big names have been added to the bill.
Corey Taylor Hopes for White Zombie Reunion at Future Knotfest + Talks Next Slipknot Album
This summer fans got the opportunity to witness Slipknot’s headlining performance on this year’s Mayhem Festival trek and also their Knotfest shows. In an interview with The Beat, frontman Corey Taylor talks all about both Slipknot and Knotfest’s future.
Deuce Announces Candidacy for President While Unleashing Video for ‘I Came to Party’
If the Republican or Democratic candidates don’t really tickle your fancy when it comes to the presidential election this year, perhaps you can cast your vote for Deuce. The rockin’ rhyme-slinger has officially declared his candidacy for president while also revealing his new video for ‘I Came to Party.’
Stone Sour Unveil Lyric Video for Double Single ‘Gone Sovereign’ / ‘Absolute Zero’
Stone Sour have premiered a lyric video for their dual track ‘Gone Sovereign’ and ‘Absolute Zero’ off of their upcoming album ‘The House of Gold and Bones Part I.’
August Burns Red Stream New Song ‘Flurries’ From Upcoming Holiday Album
With summer’s end approaching, August Burns Red are already thinking about winter with their new song ‘Flurries’ off their upcoming disc ‘August Burns Red Presents: Sleddin’ Hill, A Holiday Album.’
Deuce Dishes on Uproar Tour, Partying, Rough Encounter With Former Bandmates + More
The Uproar Festival is one of this summer’s biggest treks, featuring such acts as Shinedown, Godsmack and Staind, just to name a few. The trek recently kicked off but before it began we got to speak with Deuce, who shares time on the Ernie Ball stage with P.O.D., Redlight King and others.
Five Finger Death Punch, Killswitch Engage + More Trespass New Jersey
Numerous fans gathered over the weekend (on Aug. 18) for the New Jersey stop of this year’s Trespass America Festival at Prudential Center. The massive show included performances by Five Finger Death Punch, Killswitch Engage, Trivium, Pop Evil, Emmure, God Forbid and Battlecross.
Serj Tankian Unveils the ‘I Am Serj’ App
It’s no surprise that heavy metal and hard rock artists have embraced the world of apps, and the latest to do so is System of a Down’s frontman Serj Tankian. The singer is offering his new app aptly called ‘I Am Serj’ available for free for a week.
H.I.M. Set To Release Compilation Album With New Song in Fall 2012
There is some good news for H.I.M. fans! Even though the Finnish love metalers have been off the radar for some time they are set to release a compilation disc ‘XX – Two Decades of Love Metal’ which includes a never-before-heard song.
Down Enter Loudwire Cage Match Hall of Fame
After five consecutive wins and some serious rallying by fans, Down have entered the Loudwire Cage Match Hall of Fame. Not to mention, frontman Phil Anselmo makes Cage Match history by being the first person to enter the Hall of Fame with two different bands, first with Pantera for their single ‘Piss’ and now with Down for their track ‘Witchtripper.’
Trivium Frontman Matt Heafy Talks Acoustic Performance, Trespass America, ‘In Waves’ + More
Matt Heafy of Trivium recently performed his first acoustic solo performance at Moscot’s Eyewear store in New York City for the Mobileyes Foundation. Check out or review and photos of the intimate performance.
Top 20 Songs: Week of August 6-11, 2012
In this week’s edition of Loudwire’s Top 20 Countdown, Shinedown keep their No. 1 spot for a fourth consecutive week with their single ‘Unity’ off of their latest record ‘Amaryllis.’