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Gibson Unveils Sully Erna Les Paul Studio Guitar

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:10:59 +0000

With years of success as a member of Godsmack and a burgeoning solo career, Sully Erna is being honored by Gibson with his own signature guitar. The legendary guitar makers recently revealed their Sully Erna Les Paul Studio model. The guitar, seen below, is ebony black with a pearlescent Godsmack sun emblem emblazoned on the body, paying homage [...]

Aerosmith, Godsmack + More Step Up for 'Boston Strong' Benefit Concert

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 03 May 2013 17:20:23 +0000

In the wake of the tragic bombings at the Boston Marathon on April 15, the local community has sprung into action, raising funds for those impacted by the devastation. Now, several bands with ties to the bay state are stepping up to participate in the ‘Boston Strong: An Evening of Support and Celebration’ benefit show on May 30 at the TD Garden, with net ticket proceeds donated to The One Fund Boston.

First Sully Erna Photos From 'Army of the Damned' Surface

Chad Childers — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:43:14 +0000

Filming is about to get underway on the upcoming movie 'Army of the Damned' with Godsmack's Sully Erna playing one of the lead roles. In the film, he's a police sheriff named Bridge who uncovers more than he bargained for when answering a domestic disturbance call. Erna, making his feature film debut, has been taking part in rehearsals and some of the first photos from the film with the singer in his role have surfaced online. They can be seen below.

Avenged Sevenfold, Rob Zombie, Megadeth + Godsmack Headline 2013 Heavy MTL Festival

Chad Childers — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:49:29 +0000

The lineup for the 2013 Heavy MTL festival has been revealed, with Avenged Sevenfold, Rob Zombie, Megadeth and Godsmack leading the way. This year's event is scheduled for August 10 and 11 at Montreal's Parc Jean-Drapeau and will feature two solid days of metal and hard rock acts.

Godsmack's Sully Erna to Make Feature Film Acting Debut in 'Army of the Damned'

Chad Childers — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:36:53 +0000

Godsmack's time off is giving the band members to spread their wings a little and explore some of their passions. For frontman Sully Erna, that means he's getting the opportunity to branch out to the big screen. The vocalist has signed on to make his feature film acting debut in the upcoming Woodhaven Pictures film 'Army of the Damned.'

Godsmack, Limp Bizkit + Sebastian Bach Booked for Canada's 2013 Boonstock Music & Arts Festival

Chad Childers — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:06:12 +0000

The worlds of hard rock and electronic music don't cross paths that frequently, but at Canada's upcoming Boonstock festival, there will be a full-on collision of the two genres. Booked for June 27-30 over the Canada Day weekend, the festival will take place in Gibbons, Alberta, with Godsmack, Limp Bizkit and Sebastian Bach leading the way.

Godsmack's Sully Erna Takes 'Avalon' Golden Ticket Winner to Catalina Island

Chad Childers — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 16:19:28 +0000

Godsmack's Sully Erna is proud of his deeply personal solo record 'Avalon,' so much so that he's planned special trips for a handful of fans that purchased the box set edition of his disc. Erna included "golden tickets" with select box sets that would provide the winner with one of five luxury trips to a special location. The cameras joined Sully and his significant other Joanna as they met with the first winner -- Jeremy Hodge Costello and his girlfriend Carlye -- at California's Catalina Island just last week (March 1-3).

Godsmack, Van Halen + Avenged Sevenfold to Headline Wisconsin's 2013 Rock USA Festival

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 22:40:59 +0000

The annual Rock USA Festival set for this summer in Oshkosh, Wis., has expanded to a four-day event this year, scheduled for July 17-20. The nonstop rock fest that promises to “break a few rules” just announced its lineup with an eclectic mix of headliners ranging from Avenged Sevenfold and Godsmack to Bret Michaels and Van Halen.

Godsmack's Sully Erna Revisits Poker Passion

Chad Childers — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:37:08 +0000

Godsmack's planned year-long break in the schedule is not only giving frontman Sully Erna a chance to pursue his solo career, but he's also taking the time to revive one of his other passions -- poker.

Godsmack's Sully Erna Announces Dates for 2013 Solo East Coast Tour

Chad Childers — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 23:21:32 +0000

Godsmack may be taking some time off, but that doesn't mean that Sully Erna is slowing down any. The vocalist has just announced six new East Coast solo shows where he'll continue to promote his 'Avalon' solo album.

Sully Erna on Godsmack: 'We're Taking 2013 Off'

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 18:49:02 +0000

While Godsmack spent much of 2012 out on the road as part of the Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival with Shinedown and the Mass Chaos tour with Staind, the band is set to enjoy some downtime in 2013. When asked what’s next for Godsmack in a new interview with Artist Direct, frontman Sully Erna explained [...]

Godsmack, Nirvana, Stone Sour, Hinder, Sublime, and Papa Roach – Vote for Your Favorite Band to be Featured on 'The Sixer at Six'

Chaz — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 00:00:40 +0000

As you’re grabbing that sixer to kickstart your weekend, we’re serving up a sixer of our own. The Sixer at 6 features 6 songs in a row from the band of your choice every Friday afternoon at 6pm. Here’s how it works. Each week we’ll give you 6 bands to choose from. Pick your favorite [...]

Godsmack's Sully Erna Pulls Out of Texas Marathon Due to Injury

Liz Ramanand — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 18:06:44 +0000

After announcing his participation in the San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll marathon a couple of months ago, Godsmack frontman Sully Erna has been forced to pull out of the Nov. 11 race as the result of an unspecified injury.

Godsmack's Sully Erna To Release Limited Edition 'Avalon' Box Set

Chad Childers — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 13:36:12 +0000

Godsmack singer Sully Erna is extending the life of his 'Avalon' solo album with a limited edition box set. Only 5,000 copies of the collection will be sold, and Erna had done his best to pack the box sets full of material that will bolster its value for those who purchase it.

Godsmack + Staind Perform Pantera's 'This Love' During Texas Uproar Fest Stop

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 10:20:45 +0000

Godsmack have always been vocal about how much of an influence Pantera had on their career and so it seemed only fitting that when the 2012 Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival rolled into Pantera’s home state of Texas that the band would pay homage to them at some point during the night.

Godsmack's Sully Erna Training to Run a Marathon for Charity

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 20:03:28 +0000

Godsmack’s Sully Erna may be in one of the grittiest rock bands out there, but the rocker is showing off his softer side as he participates in an upcoming event, raising money for children’s charities. Erna recently told fans that he has started training to run the Rock ‘N’ Roll marathon scheduled for Nov. 11 in [...]

Win a Trip to See Godsmack, Rob Zombie, Shinedown, and More in Las Vegas

Townsquare Media — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 21:55:23 +0000

Rock’s biggest bands are gathering to tear down Las Vegas this September, and we want you to be a part of it. Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Stone Sour, Shinedown, Godsmack, and a bunch of other bands will converge on the Entertainment Capital of the World to rock out for two solid days; leave your email below and register to join the party.

Godsmack, Shinedown + Adelitas Way Singers Discuss Uproar Tour Life + Rock's Staying Power

Chad Childers — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 15:43:16 +0000

As the summer gives way to fall, it’s good to know that there’s still some good times to be had and solid hard rock to be consumed at the Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival. The trek just launched, but before things got underway singers Sully Erna from Godsmack, Brent Smith from Shinedown, and Rick DeJesus from Adelitas Way took part in a chat about the event at the Rockstar Uproar festival website.

Godsmack's Shannon Larkin on Drumming For Black Sabbath: One of the Best Things That Ever Happened To Me

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 20:06:21 +0000

Not many drummers can say they’ve had the opportunity to play for the legendary Black Sabbath but Godsmack‘s Shannon Larkin holds that honor and considers it to be one of the best things that ever happened to him.

Godsmack Allow Look Inside the Studio for 'Come Together' Video

Chad Childers — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:06:00 +0000

One of the more fun and interesting parts of Godsmack‘s ‘Live & Inspired‘ disc has been the cover songs they took on for the studio portion of the release. Having already shot up the charts with their take on Joe Walsh‘s ‘Rocky Mountain Way,’ the group is now moving on to their Beatles cover, ‘Come Together.’