Heavy Metal News
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
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
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
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 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 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.
Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: Godsmack frontman Sully Erna scolds security guards after they tackle a fan who rushed the stage. Was he right in berating the security staff? Watch here: [Loudwire] Puddle of Mudd’s Wes Scantlin tells his side of the story regarding his recent airplane arrest, and he has a lot of interesting things to say. [Loudwire]