Posts Tagged ‘around-the-web’

Daily Reload: Randy Blythe, Volbeat + More

Mary Ouellette, SheWillShootYou.com Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe has begun to stand trial in the Czech Republic for a controversial manslaughter charge. Find out what’s going on and Randy said in court here. [ Loudwire ] – Guitarist Rob Caggiano has joined Danish rock band Volbeat only one month after leaving thrash legends Anthrax. [ Loudwire ] – Despite expectations of Tool releasing a new album in 2013, vocalist Maynard James Keenan has stated that there will be no Tool record released this year. [ Loudwire ] – Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl will be hosting E! television show ‘Chelsea Lately’ for an entire week. [ Loudwire ] – Pantera beat out Metallica to win the 2013 Loudwire Rock Bowl! [ Loudwire ] – Beatles record player sells for over $12,000. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – The ‘Sound City’ film finally premiered, which was created by Dave Grohl and features Slipknot’s Corey Taylor, Nine Inch Nails’ Trent Reznor + many more. So how was it? Check out this review! [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Check out Diffuser.fm’s list of the 10 Best Hardcore Bands. [ Diffuser.fm ]

Daily Reload: Black Sabbath, Bullet for My Valentine + More

Kevin Winter, Getty Images Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Great news for Black Sabbath fans! The heavy metal icons have finished recording their new album, have started to plot their next world tour and as an added bonus, there is a positive update on guitarist Tony Iommi’s health. [ Loudwire ] – Exclusive: Bullet for My Valentine showcase the screams from their upcoming album ‘Temper Temper.’ [ Loudwire ] – Stone Sour reveal ‘House of Gold & Bones Part 2′ release date and offer details on the album’s first single. [ Loudwire ] – The championship round of the Loudwire Rock Bowl is here with Pantera taking on Metallica . Vote now! [ Loudwire ] – Soundgarden , Alice in Chains , Deftones and more to play 2013 Carolina Rebellion Festival. [ Loudwire ] – Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler dresses in drag for surprise return to ‘American Idol.’ [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Guns N’ Roses singer Axl Rose suffers setback in lawsuit against Activision. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Radiohead’s Thom Yorke DJs New York fashion event for Rag & Bone. [ Diffuser.fm ] – The Misfits share full album stream + announce in-store signings in New York City and New Jersey. [ Rock Music Report ]

Daily Reload: Nikki Sixx, Tool + More

Michael Buckner, Getty Images Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – In our exclusive interview with Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx , the icon tells us about the new creative direction he’s taking with his new Schecter Sixx signature bass. [ Loudwire ] – Tool guitarist Adam Jones proposed to his girlfriend live in front of the WWE ‘Royal Rumble’ audience. Watch the footage of Jones’ proposal here. [ Loudwire ] – Tour dates and cities for the 2013 Mayhem Festival have been announced. Check them out here. [ Loudwire ] –  Jason Newsted  on new band dynamics, besting Justin Bieber on iTunes + tour plans. [ Loudwire ] – Bryan Carlstrom, engineer for Alice in Chains , the Offspring and many more bands, has died at the age of 51. Rest in peace. [ Loudwire ] – Don’t forget to vote in the Loudwire Rock Bowl. Pick your favorite songs in the Quarterfinals here. [ Loudwire ] – Iron Maiden expose the hidden danger of onstage pie fights! [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Beatles icon Paul McCartney takes very good care of his sheep. Don’t believe us? See for yourself here. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Punk rock legends Black Flag announce new album and U.S. tour. [ Diffuser.fm ]

Daily Reload: Alice in Chains, Randy Blythe + More

Facebook: Alice in Chains Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Alice in Chains have announced a new string of U.S. tour dates for the spring. Check out where the rock giants will be performing here! [ Loudwire ] – Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe is soon to stand trial in the Czech Republic for manslaughter. The case has been the subject of great controversy for months, and Blythe has revealed that he’s “getting mentally ready” for his court appearance. [ Loudwire ] – We’ve put together the most hideous bunch of rock tattoos ever assembled in history! Check out the 25 Worst Rock Tattoos of All Time here. [ Loudwire ] – Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine has started a soup kitchen and Christian ministry in Haiti that will feed thousands of meals every day. Find out more here. [ Loudwire ] – Disturbed singer David Draiman confirms released date for new band Device’s self-titled debut album. [ Loudwire ] – It was 35 years ago today that the Sex Pistols broke up. Read more about the legendary moment in music history here. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – The Ultimate Classic Rock Bow is in Round 2, and one of the website’s battles is between Guns N’ Roses and Led Zeppelin. Vote for your favorite here! [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Senses Fail announce fifth studio album ‘Renacer’ to released on March 26. [ Rock Music Report ] – 5 Albums Recorded for Less Than a Grand [ Diffuser.fm ] – Metallica to headline Japan’s Summer Sonic Fest. [ Ultimate Metallica ]

Daily Reload: Killswitch Engage, Alter Bridge + More

Liz Ramanand, Loudwire Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Killswitch Engage have finally revealed the name of their next album, when they expect to release the first single and more juicy details about one of this year’s most anticipated albums. [ Loudwire ] – Alter Bridge have begun working on their fourth studio album. Find out more details here. [ Loudwire ] – Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine has gone on another online rant, this time about aircrafts spraying toxic chemicals into the atmosphere. He also took a shot at CNN for not getting their facts right. [ Loudwire ] – Want to see Marilyn Manson live in concert? We’re giving away a pair of tickets to one of his Winter 2013 tour dates. Enter to win here. [ Loudwire ] – Hatebreed gave come out with a blazing new video for ‘Put It to the Torch.’ Watch all the fire, violence and blood here! [ Loudwire ] – Scorpions cancel their retirement plans and intend to continue rocking like a hurricane. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – New film ‘Imagines’ has been greatly inspired by Beatles legend John Lennon. Find out more here. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – The Black Keys and The Flaming Lips have announced a tour together in Spring 2013. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Royal Thunder premiere ‘Blue’ video + announce North American and European tour dates. [ Rock Music Report ]

Daily Reload: Vince Neil, Anthrax + More

Tenth Street Entertainment Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Motley Crue singer Vince Neil battled with some of his Twitter followers about gun control following the horrific Newtown Elementary School shooting. [ Loudwire ] – Anthrax have been named as the headlining act for the 2013 Metal Alliance tour with support from Municipal Waste , Exodus and more. Anthrax will also be playing one of their classic albums in its entirety. [ Loudwire ] – Exclusive: In This Moment release Sluggo Remix of their song ‘Blood.’ [ Loudwire ] – Machine Head ‘s Robb Flynn struck by taxi in New York City and later slams All That Remains onstage for an additional issue. [ Loudwire ] – Hatebreed vocalist and Connecticut resident Jamey Jasta offers heartfelt comments on the recent school shooting. [ Loudwire ] – Jason Newsted posts letter revealing his self-titled band’s ‘Metal’ EP. [ Ultimate Metallica ] – KISS characters to star in 2013 individual comic book issues. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – 49 Years Ago: First Beatles airplay on American radio. Find out which song it was here. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Nirvana reunion rumors are “nonsense” according to rep of Dave Grohl. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Social Distortion announce additional West Coast dates. [ Rock Music Report ]

Daily Reload: Nirvana, Halestorm + More

Larry Busacca, Getty Images Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Paul McCartney and Nirvana members Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic and Pat Smear perform original song ‘Cut Me Some Slack’ at ’12-12-12′ benefit concert. [ Loudwire ] – Lzzy Hale on 2012 Rock Goddess of the Year competition: ‘We’re all voting for each other.” [ Loudwire ] – Former Black Sabbath drummer Bev Bevan voices audiobook for guitarist Tony Iommi’s ‘Iron Man’ audiobook. [ Loudwire ] – Courtney Love slams surviving Nirvana members for their ’12-12-12′ performance with Paul McCartney [ Loudwire ] – Exclusive Premiere: Orgy unveil music video for ‘Grime of the Century.’ [ Loudwire ] – Can’t get enough of the Nuge? Check out this compilation of Ted Nugent ‘s greatest and most ridiculous moments of 2012. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Adam Sandler remakes Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ for ’12-12-12′ Hurricane Sandy concert. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Adele snags Golden Globe nomination for ‘Skyfall’ theme song. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Ghost to perform special show in Sweden and are currently finishing up on their 2013 album. [ Rock Music Report ]