Michael N. Todaro, Getty Images / Mary Ouellette, SheWillShootYou.com – It’s been a great year in rock music, with new discs from Deftones , Soundgarden , Halestorm and more. Take a look at our Best Rock Albums of 2012. [ Loudwire ] – If you’re wondering where albums from metal acts like Down , Lamb of God and Gojira rank among the year’s best, check out our list of Best Metal Albums of 2012. [ Loudwire ] – Former Queens of the Stone Age and Kyuss Lives bassist Nick Oliveri has suddenly found himself back in both band’s plans. [ Loudwire ] – Dave Grohl will be using the mic for hosting rather than singing as he launches a new radio series based on his ‘Sound City’ documentary. [ Loudwire ] – Sevendust have laid out their 2013 plans, complete with an album release date, new single announcement and a trek with Lacuna Coil announced. [ Loudwire ] – Meshuggah are ready to pack up and cross the pond to rock the masses in 2013 with a series of North American shows. [ Rock Music Report ] – The Black Keys are no longer in a legal tussle with Pizza Hut and Home Depot. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Pussy Riot will end the year as one of the entertainers in the hunt for Time magazine’s “Person of the Year.” [ Diffuser.fm ] – Rumor has it that the Rolling Stones will welcome “Slowhand” himself, Eric Clapton , for their next London performance. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – This qualifies as a “get.” Paul McCartney will guest on the Christmas episode of ‘Saturday Night Live.’ [ Ultimate Classic Rock ]
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Daily Reload: Best Rock and Metal Albums of 2012 + More
November 29th, 2012 
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November 28th, 2012 Metalkult SoundgardenWorld.com Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Soundgarden performed two new tracks from their ‘King Animal’ album last night on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ and guess what? The live footage is available online for your viewing pleasure. [ Loudwire ] – Avenged Sevenfold singer M. Shadows goes in-depth about the band’s upcoming album, what their new drummer Arin Ilejay is bringing to the table and much more. [Loudwire] Eddie Vedder and Dave Grohl join the all-star bill for the 12-12-12 concert at Madison Square Garden. Find out more here: [ Loudwire ] – What are your favorite Rage Against the Machine tracks? We give you our picks for the 10 Best Rage Against the Machine Songs. [ Loudwire ] – Adelitas Way take viewers behind the scenes for the making of their music video for ‘Alive.’ Check it out here. [ Loudwire ] – Sandwich chain Quiznos have just released a power metal-influenced commercial for free toasted cookies. In all honesty, it’s actually very funny. Watch the ad here. [ Loudwire ] Take a look into Metallica ‘s ‘Quebec Magnetic’ DVD with this new trailer. [ Ultimate Metallica ] Legendary guitarist Jimmy Page promises that “substantial” rarities will be featured on upcoming Led Zeppelin remasters. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] The Who’s Pete Townsend admits that he swiped his trademark ‘windmill’ stage move from Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] Noel Gallagher insists that the only possible way that Oasis will reunite is that if he goes completely broke. [ Diffuser.fm ] Paul McCartney releases ‘Kisses on the Bottom – Complete Kisses.’ [ Rock Music Report ]
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November 26th, 2012 Metalkult Frazer Harrison, Getty Images Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Nikki Sixx has two pieces of good news to share with fans, announcing his engagement to model girlfriend Courtney Bingham and offers an update on Motley Crue ‘s upcoming album. [ Loudwire ] – Guns N’ Roses surprised fans during the last two days of their Las Vegas residency by playing a number of songs with former guitarist Izzy Stradlin . Watch the live footage here. [ Loudwire ] – Suicide Silence will be playing a benefit show for the daughter of late singer Mitch Lucker . [ Loudwire ] – Deftones bassist Chi Cheng ‘s family is considering stem cell treatment to help the bassist’s recovery and Cheng’s mother offers an update his condition. [ Loudwire ] – Testament , Overkill and more are set to embark on the 2013 ‘Dark Roots of Thrash’ tour. [ Loudwire ] – What’s your favorite song from Metallica’s landmark album ‘Master of Puppets’? Cast your vote now! [ Ultimate Metallica ] – 2013 Jimi Hendrix album ‘People, Hell & Angels’ release date and track listing announced. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Former The Who manager Chris Stamp dead at 70. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Mumford and Sons fans caught with fake concert tickets. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Smile Empty Soul and Hurt cover Alice in Chains’ ‘No Excuses.’ [ Rock Music Report ]
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November 20th, 2012 Metalkult Kevin Mazur, Getty Images – AC/DC have dropped their longtime resistance against digital sales. The band’s entire discography is now available on iTunes. Check out the details here. [ Loudwire ] – We’ve got the exclusive premiere for Hellyeah ‘s new music video for ‘Drink Drank Drunk. Check it out here, and only here, now. [ Loudwire ] – Metal innovators Death may no longer be around, but we’re honored to be the exclusive host of their upcoming deluxe reissue of ‘Spiritual Healing.’ Listen to the 3-CD deluxe edition with never-before-released material here. [ Loudwire ] – We’ve yet another exclusive premiere for fans of Bullet for My Valentine . The band has given us a behind-the-scenes sneak peek of their new album ‘Temper Temper.’ Check it out! [ Loudwire ] – Stone Temple Pilots vocalist Scott Weiland has announced that he and photographer Jamie Wachtel have gotten engaged. Read all about it here. [ Loudwire ] – Dropkick Murphys announce 2013 St. Patty’s Day tour. [ Rock Music Report ] – Kiss drummer Eric Carr’s ‘Animalize drumstick sells for $699 on eBay. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Mike McCready and Duff McKagan cover ‘Voodoo Child’ at Jimi Hendrix Experience music project concert. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Here’s an interesting quote: “Somebody should shoot Simon Cowell. Find out what this veteran band made this statement. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted has detailed his plans for returning to music. Check out what he has up his sleeve. [ Ultimate Metallica ]
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November 10th, 2012 Metalkult Kevin Winter, Getty Images – Soundgarden ‘s released a full itinerary of dates and unveiled the ‘Been Away Too Long’ video. [ Loudwire ] – Ever catch Ozzy Osbourne or Ronnie James Dio on the big screen? Check out a list of favorite musician movie cameos. [ Loudwire ] – Speaking of movies, Korn ‘s Jonathan Davis stars in a short film titled ‘Wounded Warriors’ that will play at the GI Film Festival. [ Loudwire ] – Drummer extraordinaire Mike Portnoy has a mini-meltdown during a performance in Manila. [ Loudwire ] – 30 Seconds to Mars have been working on a new album and Jared Leto has high praise for the upcoming release. [ Loudwire ] – The Used will headline the 2013 Take Action tour. [ Rock Music Report ] – Anthrax ‘s Joey Belladonna joins Steel Panther for a cover of a Journey favorite. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Roger Waters plays with a backing band full of heroes. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – The Joy Formidable have debuted their new video for ‘This Ladder Is Ours.’ [ Diffuser.fm ] – How excited is James Bond to see ‘Skyfall’? The picture says it all. [ GuySpeed ]
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November 9th, 2012 Metalkult Liz Ramanand, Loudwire There’s two big additions for Korn today, as Brian “Head” Welch is returning for two shows and guitarist James “Munky” Shaffer is responsible for the other — a newborn son . [ Loudwire ] Soundgarden serve up a sneak peek of their new video, ‘Been Away Too Long.’ [ Loudwire ] It’s less than a week away, but you can hear the new Deftones album ‘Koi No Yokan’ streaming online. [ Loudwire ] Suicide Silence frontman Mitch Lucker was laid to rest in front of family and friends Thursday. [ Loudwire ] Calling Trent Reznor fans! How to Destroy Angels are streaming their new ‘An Omen’ EP. [ Loudwire ] What’s your favorite EP or single artwork from Metallica ? Check this out. [ Ultimate Metallica ] Are you ready for another rock supergroup? Get the details on S.U.N. (Something Unto Nothing) and their debut disc. [ Rock Music Report ] Bruce Springsteen left New Jersey governor and big time “Boss” fan Chris Christie a little teary-eyed after a recent meeting. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] Jon Bon Jovi ‘s heading back to the big screen … with movie music … for the upcoming film, ‘Stand Up Guys.’ [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] How are you handling the gas shortage? Here’s five songs to help you cope. [ Diffuser.fm ]
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October 30th, 2012 Metalkult Mary Oullette, SheWillShootYou.com / Mark Metcalfe / Ethan Miller, Getty Images – Members of Papa Roach , Bush , Disturbed and other acts react on Twitter to Hurricane Sandy. [ Loudwire ] – Korn guitarist Munky says the band’s direction will lean more toward guitars with less dubstep on their next album. [ Loudwire ] – Watch Metallica honoring Green Day at the Voodoo Arts + Music Experience with a jam of ‘American Idiot.’ [ Loudwire ] – Officials at a venue force the movement of a California festival after taking issue with P.O.D. ‘s ‘Youth of the Nation’ lyrics. [ Loudwire ] – Pennywise and original frontman Jim Lindberg have reunited. [ Loudwire ] – Behemoth frontman Nergal may be facing jail time after a Polish court ruled he could be charged for tearing a bible onstage. [ Loudwire ] – Isis may be no more, but the music keeps coming, including a streaming demo of ‘Ghost Key.’ [ Rock Music Report ] – Hurricane Sandy not only ravaged the East Coast, but it did some damage further inland to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Congrats to Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood , who got engaged to Sally Humphreys. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Twelve years ago, U2 ‘s award-winning album, ‘All That You Can’t Leave Behind’ arrived in stores. [ Diffuser.fm ]
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