Archive for September 8th, 2012

Nikki Sixx’s Girlfriend Performs Dance Routine at Motley Crue Show

Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx‘s girlfriend, Courtney Bingham, made good on her birthday wish for herself to perform a burlesque dance routine onstage at the band’s show in Michigan. Bingham recently revealed her desire to add a little something extra to the show and announced her intention to perform on her 27th birthday while the band played their hit song ‘Girls, Girls, Girls.’ The group was initially expecting to play

Motionless in White Reveal Tour Specifics, Sophomore Album Title + Release Details

Motionless in White are ready to take the next step in their career, as their sophomore set, ‘Infamous,’ is now on schedule for a Nov. 13 release. The group has been busy putting the final touches on the disc and preparing their touring support. Making sure not to play it safe, the group has challenged themselves to make their music as intense as it is intricate. The new effort was

Godsmack Invite Fans to Partake in 8:15 Toasts

When the clock strikes 8:15, the boys in Godsmack raise a glass and toast to all the good things in life, and now they’re inviting their fans to take part in what has become a band tradition. In a new tour video straight from the 2012 Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival, frontman Sully Erna checks in to explain what 8:15 means to the band. It’s a time for them to

Unearth Confirm Co-Headlining Trek With Born of Osiris + California Metal Fest VI Appearance

Massachusetts metalcore outfit Unearth have unveiled an upcoming co-headlining tour with Born of Osiris. Kicking off in Nashua, N.H. at the beginning of November, the tour will cross the U.S. before wrapping up at the end of the month in Oklahoma City, Okla. The band has some special stops along the way including a performance at California Metalfest VI on Nov. 24 in San Bernardino, Calif. The event boasts a

Foo Fighters’ Democratic National Convention Performance Receives Pundit Reactions

The Foo Fighters are generally beloved within the industry, but it was still interesting to see the reaction to their Democratic National Convention performance by those who follow politics more than music. The group played a two-song stripped-back set for the more reserved audience, performing a pair of favorites that fit well with the event. “It’s an honor to be here and I think this song makes perfect sense here

Maynard James Keenan to Write Column for Phoenix Newspaper

Maynard James Keenan is a man of many bands, and now he’s adding newspaper columnist to his list of responsibilities. The singer for Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer has agreed to write a bi-weekly column for Up on the Sun and the Phoenix New Times. Keenan, who also has become a successful vineyard owner, will use the space to speak about his passions – music and wine – as

Guns N’ Roses to Play 2012 Bridge School Benefit

Guns N’ Roses have answered the call from classic rocker Neil Young, who continues to get the top names in music for his annual Bridge School Benefit. Young, who founded the event, always pulls together an eclectic lineup for two nights of primarily acoustic music. The event, now in its 26th year, will take place Oct. 21 and 22 in Hillsborough, Calif. The lineup was revealed late Friday night (Sept.