Liz Ramanand, Loudwire Danish rockers Volbeat have kept quiet for most of the latter part of 2012, but that’s partly because they’ve been working on new music. The group reveal in a new posting that they’re just about ready to share some of their fresh material and will test it out while playing dates in their home country early next year. The band has booked a five-stop Danish trek that will take place between Feb. 19-24 next year. This will mark the band’s first shows in Denmark after nearly two years of life traveling the world in support of their ‘Beyond Hell / Above Heaven’ album. The dates will take place in small clubs, making the experience of being the first to hear the new material all the more special. After the February string of shows, the group will kick off a North American tour in March before heading off to Europe over the summer months to partake in the festival season. As for the new album, there’s not a confirmed title or release date as of yet, but the band is expected to have the disc in stores at some point in 2013. Volbeat 2013 Danish Tour 2/19 — Copenhagen, Denmark — Store Vega 2/20 — Ringsted, Denmark — Ringsted Kongrescenter 2/22 — Odense, Denmark — Posten 2/23 — Aarhus, Denmark — Voxhall 2/24 — Aalborg, Denmark — Multisalen [button href=”http://loudwire.com/volbeat-michael-poulsen-talks-success-in-u-s-upcoming-album-more/” title=”Next: Volbeat’s Michael Poulsen Discusses U.S. Success” align=”center”]
Mary Ouellette, SheWillShootYou.com (2) – North America, it’s your turn! Stone Sour and Papa Roach are bringing their co-headlining tour stateside in 2013. [ Loudwire ] – The 2012 Loudwire Music Awards voting continues with the addition of several newly revealed categories. [ Loudwire ] – Guitarist Brian ‘Head’ Welch says the timing is right to reunite with Korn for some upcoming gigs. [ Loudwire ] – Metallica tease their ‘Quebec Magnetic’ DVD with the new ‘Master of Puppets’ performance video. [ Loudwire ] – Mastodon are writing music for next summer’s ‘Monsters Inc.’ prequel, ‘Monsters University.’ [ Loudwire ] – The dates for Mountain Jam 2013 have been revealed. Check out a list of the Top 10 Mountain Jam performances. [ Diffuser.fm ] – The Rolling Stones ‘ Mick Jagger and Keith Richards discuss their complicated relationship. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Fleetwood Mac intend on releasing three songs before their 2013 tour. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Twisted Sister have revealed plans for a Hurricane Sandy benefit show. [ Rock Music Report ]
Michael N. Todaro, Getty Images / Mary Ouellette, SheWillShootYou.com There’s a pretty powerful one-two punch coming to audiences across the United States early next year as Stone Sour and Papa Roach will team up for a co-headlining tour. The trek launches Jan. 20 in Bethlehem, Pa., with Stone Sour closing out the shows. Stone Sour have spent much of the latter half of 2012 promoting their ‘ House of Gold & Bones, Pt. 1 ‘ album, which has already spawned the hit singles ‘Absolute Zero’ and ‘Gone Sovereign.’ The timing for the tour works out perfectly for them as it will lead up to the release of ‘House of Gold & Bones, Pt. 2,’ which is expected in the spring. At present, the band is receiving positive reviews as they trek across Europe. Papa Roach, who also are enjoying a successful European run at the moment, have rebounded quite well after singer Jacoby Shaddix ‘s vocal surgery earlier this year. The group issued their hit album, ‘ The Connection ,’ featuring the hard-hitting single ‘ Still Swingin’ ,’ over the summer and have also received some love for the track ‘ Before I Die ‘ off the album. This will be the group’s first major run through North America in support of their latest release. Joining the two bands on the run will be one of 2012′s breakout bands, Otherwise , who are promoting their ‘ True Love Never Dies ‘ album. The disc has already spawned the singles ‘ Soldiers ‘ and ‘I Don’t Apologize.’ Beginning Dec. 7, links to purchase tickets will be included here . Stone Sour / Papa Roach 2013 Tour Dates (more to be added): 1/20 — Bethlehem, Pa. — Sands Bethlehem Events Center 1/22 — Niagara Falls, N.Y. — Rapids Theatre 1/23 — New York, N.Y. — Terminal 5 1/25 — Milwaukee, Wis. — Eagles Ballroom 1/27 — Chicago, Ill. — House of Blues 1/29 — Minneapolis, Minn. — The Myth 1/30 — Kansas City, Mo. — Midland Theater (Stone Sour only) 2/1 — Amarillo, Texas — Aztec Music Hall 2/2 — Lubbock, Texas — Lonestar Pavilion 2/4 — Midland, Texas — Midland Horseshoe Arena 2/5 — College Station, Texas — Hurricane Harry’s 2/7 — Corpus Christi, Texas — Concrete Street Amphitheatre 2/8 — Pharr, Texas — Pharr Entertainment Center 2/9 — Laredo, Texas — Laredo Energy Center 2/12 — Tempe, Ariz. — Marquee theatre 2/13 — Los Angeles, Calif. — Club Nokia 2/15 — Las Vegas, Nev. — The Joint 2/16 — Salt Lake City, Utah — Salt Air 2/17 — Denver, Colo. — Fillmore [button href=”http://loudwire.com/best-rock-songs-of-2012/” title=”Next: Best Rock Songs of 2012″ align=”center”]
Liz Ramanand, Loudwire – We’ve put together our definitive list of the 10 Best Rock Songs of 2012. Did your favorite track make the list? Find out here. [ Loudwire ] – For those of you like your music a bit heavier, we’ve also got our choices for the 10 Best Metal Songs of 2012. Check it out here. [ Loudwire ] – Lamb of God drummer Chris Adler discusses ‘Resolution’ + plans for the band’s next album. [ Loudwire ] – In Slash news, a man attempted to sell the guitarist’s old driver license for $50,000 on the reality show ‘Pawn Stars.’ Did he pocket some big bucks? Find out here. [ Loudwire ] – GWAR front-thing Oderus Urungus talks new guitarist Pustulus Maximus, the band’s upcoming album, Hurricane Sandy + more. [ Loudwire ] – We’ve all heard Metallica ‘s ‘The Memory Remains,’ but do you know the story behind the track? Read all about the song’s back story here. [ Ultimate Metallica ] – Rock ‘n’ roll legends Motorhead are asking their fans not to buy their new record. Find out why here. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Neil Young + Crazy Horse join the long list of bands playing at the Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Amanda Palmer is set to perform Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ at a New Year’s Eve show. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Meshuggah announce 2013 North American tour dates. [ Rock Music Report ]
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 ]
Backstreet Merch The holiday shopping season is officially upon us. So for those who are looking to score some awesome rock and metal presents in December, we’ve got some suggestions which both kids and adults should add to their lists. From a demonically ugly/awesome Slayer Christmas sweater to cool CDs to rocking stockings to concert tickets to more intentionally ugly sweaters, we’ve got your shopping list covered. So, get out your devil horns and wallets, and take a look at this handy-dandy rock + metal holiday gift guide: Slayer Christmas Sweater ‘Tis the season for awful Christmas sweaters! With that excitement in mind, we’re pleased to say that without fail, that Slayer have given all metalheads an extra item to add to their wish lists. Going to an ugly sweater party? Tired of your grandparents cranking up the heat to 90 degrees every time they visit for the holidays? Want to worship the dark lord twined within the wool of sacrificial lambs? Yes? Then this sweater is for you! This blood red and eternal black treasure is warmer than the depths of hell, while covered in skull and pentagrams for all your sacrilegious holiday needs! Buy a Slayer Christmas Sweater ‘Rage Against the Machine XX’ This next item is perfect for parents who want to be the coolest adults on the block. Perhaps you used to rock out to Rage Against the Machine and wanna show your kid how hip you are, or you’ve never heard of the legendary band, but wanna prove that you’re not Mr. and Mrs. Square. Just in time for the holidays, RATM are releasing some awesome special 20th anniversary editions of their self-titled debut album. The most lavish version, which you will purchase for your kid (or yourself), contains two CDs, two DVDs, one 12″ 180gm vinyl LP, a 40-page booklet and a two-sided poster. Buy ‘Rage Against the Machine XX’ Metallica, ‘Quebec Magnetic’ DVD/Blu-ray Need something for that Metallica fan in your life? Well, the timing couldn’t be more perfect for the band’s new concert DVD/Blu-ray release, ‘Quebec Magnetic,’ which hits stores Dec. 10. The release was filmed over a two-night 2009 performance in Quebec City, Canada. The two setlists were presented to fans, who ultimately chose the one they wanted as the main concert on the DVD. But as a bonus, the band included bonus songs from the other night, as well. That adds up to 26 Metallica tunes blasting in your face! Buy Metallica’s ‘Quebec Magnetic’ Here Victory Records Holiday Sweaters Did somebody say, “More sweaters?!?!?!?!” Well, Victory Records is selling a whole mess of them for the Christmas season. The record label has created an obscene amount of intentionally ugly Christmas sweaters from bands such as Emmure , Otep, Continents, The Bunny The Bear, Close Your Eyes and even one with the label’s trademark bulldog on the front. You’ll never have to be embarrassed by your out-of-touch relatives again! Buy Victory Records’ Holiday Sweaters Tony Iommi, ‘Iron Man’ Book You didn’t ask for Tony Iommi ‘s autobiography last year?! That was an unfortunate mistake on your part, but luckily for you, a second chance is in the cards. On Dec. 11, ‘Iron Man: My Journey Through Heaven and Hell with Black Sabbath ‘ is being released on paperback, so you’ll still be able to read about Iommi’s tumultuous childhood, accidentally cutting off two of his fingers, the rise of Sabbath, battles with addiction and much more. Buy Tony Iommi’s ‘Iron Man’ Book Soundgarden Concert Tickets After adding Soundgarden ‘s new album ‘King Animal’ to your holiday wish list, make sure you don’t forget to ask for tickets to a show on the band’s 2013 tour. Once you unwrap your beloved new Soundgarden CD, you’ll be able to spend some quality time with the album before hearing the tracks live. The North American tour starts on Jan. 18 in Washington, D.C. and concludes in Los Angeles on Feb. 16. Buy Soundgarden Concert Tickets Death, ‘Spiritual Healing’ Deluxe Reissue One of the greatest death metal albums ever made has just been re-released with a ton of new material. Death ‘s ‘Spiritual Healing’ is back with a vengeance 22 years after it first saw the dark of night. This reissue is a must-have because it contains a remastered version of the original album, 16 previously unreleased rehearsal outtakes, instrumentals and jams from the ‘Spiritual Healing’ recording sessions and a full live performance recorded on March 17, 1990, in New York. Buy Death, ‘Spiritual Healing’ Deluxe Edition KISS Christmas Stockings Although Gene Simmons may be celebrating Hanukkah this year, that doesn’t stop him from embracing the Christmas spirit of giving … as long as you’re willing to give him money first. As you can imagine, there is a mountain of Kiss Christmas merchandise, but the coolest chotchkies available are certainly the Kiss boot stockings. You can be the lucky owner of a ‘Demon Dragon’ or ‘Starchild’ boot stocking for just $40 or less! If that seem a bit much for your wallet, you can always grab one of over 25 different Kiss ornaments. Seriously. Buy the KISS Stocking Chevelle, ‘Stray Arrows: A Collection of Favorites’ Chevelle have been pounding out quality rock music for more than a decade now, and they’ve compiled their greatest hits into a new compilation called ‘Stray Arrows: A Collection of Favorites.’ The disc features the band’s radio staples like ‘The Red’ and ‘Send the Pain Below,’ along with newer hits like ‘Face to the Floor’ and ‘Hats Off to the Bull.’ You’ll even get a brand new song titled ‘Fizgig.’ Buy Chevelle’s ‘Stray Arrows: A Collection of Favorites’ at iTunes Marilyn Manson’s ‘Mansinthe’ Finally … Christmas Day is over. You’ve put your hyperactive kids to bed and thrown your Christmas tree out the window, and it’s time to kick back and relax with the perfect gift for heavy metal parents: Marilyn Manson brand Absinthe! Chase the Green Fairy with Marilyn Manson’s favorite beverage. You’ll be bleaching your skin white and dating supermodels in no time! Buy ‘Mansinthe’ What Do You Want for the Holiday Season? Share your personal wish lists with us in the comments section below!
Machinehead1.com Machine Head are having to exit their current tour, at least temporarily, as singer Robb Flynn undergoes emergency surgery to deal with a double inguinal hernia that has become the source of tremendous pain for the frontman. The band was out on tour in support of their ‘ Machine F—ing Head ‘ double live album, and were touring alongside Dethklok , All That Remains and Black Dahlia Murder on the run. But this evening (Nov. 13), the group informed fans that it would miss nine shows on the trek as Flynn recovers from a planned surgery on Wednesday (Nov. 14.). Machine Head released a statement via their website on the matter which read: Machine Head must exit their current North American tour with Dethklok, All That Remains and Black Dahlia Murder due to matters completely beyond their control. Frontman Robb Flynn must have emergency surgery. Flynn had planned to go under the knife in January after completing the tour as he has been playing through the pain of a double inguinal hernia since the tour started in October. He had hoped to continue the tour despite extreme discomfort, but it’s become too difficult to continue on. Flynn will undergo surgery tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov. 14 in Minneapolis before returning home to California to recover, rest and recuperate. Machine Head will rejoin the tour in Portland, OR. Machine Head extends its regrets to fans, the other bands, and the other crews for having to leave the tour prematurely. Flynn also offered a statement of his own on the matter: I’ve been toughing out an inguinal hernia below my waistline since June of last year, and a few months ago got a second hernia in my nuts. What basically happens is my guts drop into my nuts, and it looks like I have a third testicle (man, I can hear the jokes already!) It hasn’t been that painful, and I’ve gone to the doctor a few times to take care of it, but he said after surgery I probably couldn’t sing for a few weeks, and since that wasn’t going to happen, I scheduled it for January when I had a break. Unfortunately, after the last few shows, my guts have been very swollen and hard to push back in. Yesterday, the pain was excruciating and I went to the emergency room last night. They said that I need surgery. I will be doing my damnedest to rejoin the tour in a couple weeks. Thanks to all the fans, bands, and crew for understanding. I’m determined to see you all soon and finish what has been a great freakin tour! The tour is scheduled to run through Dec. 8 in Atlanta. [button href=”http://loudwire.com/dethklok-2012-tour-machine-head-all-that-remains-black-dahlia-murder/” title=”Next: See the Remaining Tour Dates on the Dethklok Trek” align=”center”]