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Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan is a fan of Rage Against the Machine, but RATM guitarist Tom Morello is no fan of Paul Ryan. See what the axeman has to say about the politician here: [Loudwire] – The Dillinger Escape Plan are saying goodbye to a long-time bandmember. See who’s out of the
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One of the things that can be frustrating about being an artist is your inability to control the way your work is interpreted or enjoyed — as Rage Against the Machine‘s Tom Morello is rediscovering this week, upon learning that Republican Vice Presidential nominee Paul Ryan is a big fan of his band. Morello expressed his consternation in a Rolling Stone editorial, pointing out that Rage’s outspoken support for progressive
It’s been said that in space, no one can hear you scream. But NASA’s Curiosity Rover has proven an exception to the rule with its eclectic playlist of wakeup music, which includes Anthrax‘s cover of Joe Jackson’s ‘Got the Time.’ The information was revealed during a recent Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) hosted by engineers and scientists working on the Curiosity mission. Asked whether the team was sending Curiosity wakeup
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.’ ‘Witchtripper’ is the band’s lead single off their forthcoming disc
The outspoken Dave Mustaine is taking a lot of heat for his latest onstage comments claiming President Barack Obama staged the recent shootings in Colorado and Wisconsin. The Megadeth frontman now admits his choice of words may not have been the best, yet he’s not backing off from his theory. Mustaine recently called in to the show ‘Info Wars’ to put his words in context and answer some questions. When asked what
Testament‘s Alex Skolnick is one of the most beloved and admired guitarists in the world. Along with fellow band member Eric Peterson, the duo have unleashed some of the most ear-gasmic guitar hooks and solos in metal history. As well as being a thrash shredder, Skolnick dabbles in jazz with the Alex Skolnick Trio and has toured with the iconic rock opera outfit Trans-Siberian Orchestra. However, during our recent interview