Tim Mosenfelder / Ethan Miller / Kevin Winter, Getty Images Happy Halloween everyone! It’s a day for fun as all of the future rockers of the world get a lesson in stage costuming by dressing up as ghouls and goblins for the spookiest of days. It wasn’t that long that some of our favorite rockers were youngsters enjoying dressing up (and some still do) and going door-to-door trick or treating for some Halloween treats. With Halloween now here, a number of top rockers headed online to share their thoughts on the day, offering well-wishes, costume ideas, and even an interesting idea for a drumhead. Members of Disturbed , Chevelle , Anthrax , Motley Crue , and more have chimed in via Twitter. Check out their tweets below: I WANT TO WISH A VERY HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO ALL. SCARE SOMEONE TODAY. — DAVID DRAIMAN (@DAVIDMDRAIMAN) October 31, 2012 Happy Halloween, here’s a spooky drumhead. Levitation twitter.com/ChevelleInc/st… — Chevelle (@ChevelleInc) October 31, 2012 Happy Halloween Everybody! Trick or Treat ‘Til You Can’t! fb.me/2uHXzfxkS — Anthrax (Band) (@Anthrax) October 31, 2012 Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubbleEye of newt, and toe of frog,Wool of bat, and (cont) tl.gd/jrfcot — TOMMY LEE (@MrTommyLand) October 31, 2012 Happy Halloween! VOTE ZOMBIE! loudwire.com/lemmy-kilmiste… — Rob Zombie (@RWZombie) October 31, 2012 Happy halloween from Nonpoint to all of Nonpoint Nation!!!!! — Nonpoint (@nonpoint) October 31, 2012 Happy Halloween everyone! we got our costumes ready, Any guesses? — adelitasway (@adelitasway) October 31, 2012 Happy Halloween Everyone from MDD !!!!What are you gonna Be this year kiddies.???? fb.me/1Kydcba2x — My Darkest Days (@MyDarkestDays) October 31, 2012 Happy Samhain! What’s on your play list for today? Maybe a little Manticore and Other Horrors? — Cradle of Filth (@OfficialCoF) October 31, 2012 From those of us at Loudwire, we want to wish you a fun and enjoyable Halloween, and let us know what you’re going as this year in the comments section below. [button href=”http://loudwire.com/anthrax-scott-ian-gets-his-head-split-in-two-by-a-chainsaw/” title=”Next: Scott Ian’s Head Split Open by a Chainsaw” align=”center”]
Fangoria Anthrax guitarist and horror aficionado Scott Ian recently had his head split in two by a chainsaw … tough break, dude. Fortunately for Ian, it was a stunt head, and luckily for us, a camera crew was there to film the entire scene from beginning to bloody end. As a maniacal fan of all things horror, Ian was able to live out one of his wildest dreams thanks to the people at Fangoria . The third season of ‘The Walking Dead,’ which Ian once made a cameo in, recently premiered with many zombie-philes finally able to get their fix of undead kills. The premiere episode seemed to pack more of a punch due to visibly less digital carnage, with various members of the living-impaired getting their faces beaten in by blunt objects. In a sense of perfect timing, it’s only right that Scott Ian not only follows suit, but tops it completely. Ian states in the video below that one of his lifelong dreams was to have a cast made of his head. The fine people at Fangoria made Ian’s dream come true, as they coated his chrome-dome with alginate, which served as the foundation for creating an incredibly lifelike model of Ian. Unfortunately, Ian didn’t live long enough to see the mold, as he was quickly chainsawed by an overalls-wearing hillbilly. In all seriousness, it’s ridiculous how lifelike the skull-splitting looks, with copious amounts of blood jetting from Ian’s head cast as the chainsaw does its work. Check out the horror-tastic process of creating a human head from scratch along with the gory playoff. Watch Scott Ian Get His Head Sawn in Half
YouTube Powerful music often elicits involuntary responses. A smile. The chills. Goosebumps. Tears. You can’t fight the response that your body and your heart have to a quality, high impact song. Anthrax frontman Joey Belladonna is no different than the rest of us when it comes to his response to music. He was so moved by the new Sevendust song ‘Blackout’ that he got goosebumps and almost cried. Sevendust are currently recording their new album in New Jersey and they have shared many a video update on the process, looping fans into the Sevendust way. In this particular clip, Belladonna is on site, seated, listening to the music in the studio, staring intently, absorbing every note while nodding along to the melody. He is surrounded by singer Lajon Witherspoon and drummer Morgan Rose. He makes the grim metal face for a hot second, and then shows his arms, indicating that he has goosebumps or that the babyfine hairs are standing on end as a result of listening to the song. That’s power! He then says, “That makes me cry” and wipes his eye. We don’t full on see the vocalist shed a tear, but he is visibly moved by the song, which is reportedly about the passing of guitarist Clint Lowery’s father. It’s refreshing to see a musical icon like Belladonna have such a genuine reaction to a song. The video also reveals that Sevendust’s new album should arrive in April 2013. Watch Joey Belladonna in the Studio With Sevendust
Adam Bettcher, Getty Images ? In a recent interview with Radio Metal , Slipknot / Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor recalls the time he was asked to contribute vocals to Anthrax’s critically acclaimed 2011 album ‘Worship Music’ prior to the thrash metal veterans’ reunion with singer Joey Belladonna. A few years back, Anthrax vocalist Dan Nelson departed the band after ‘Worship Music’ was recorded. It was then assumed that John Bush would re-record the vocals on the album, but he ended up parting ways with the band, as well. ‘Worship Music’ ended up being re-recorded with Belladonna handling vocals and reworking some of the lyrics from the scrapped version. However, prior to the Belladonna reunion, Taylor was asked to help out, but his record label wouldn’t let him. “I didn’t record anything with Anthrax, actually,” Taylor explains. “It’s one of those things that I would have loved to do, but never had the chance to do it. When they sent me some riffs and some music they had done, I thought it would be fun, not only as a friend but as a fan too, to see where the demos could go after my involvement.” Taylor continues, “But my label forced me out of this project so I wasn’t able to do it. Then, I went to do [ Slipknot ‘s] ‘All Hope Is Gone’ and Anthrax called Joey Belladonna back. After hearing ‘Worship Music’, I really think it’s their best record. Although I didn’t record anything with them, I told them that I would love to help them in writing stuff in the future. …At first, I was really mad about it, but I let it go after a while. But it would have been interesting to see what Anthrax and I could have done, for sure.” In the same interview, Taylor talks Stone Sour ‘s upcoming album, ‘ House of Gold & Bones Part 1 ? (due Oct. 22) and its follow-up ‘Part 2′ (due in 2013). “We had a lot of fun doing this,’ remarks Taylor. “Part Two is a wonderful difference from Part One: it wasn’t just getting together and re-recording some stuff on Part One. I’m really excited about it: the songs we’ve written are above the best stuff we’ve ever made and can’t wait for people to hear it all put together.” Stone Sour recently released a snippet of the track ‘The Travelers, Pt. 1.’ Listen below. Listen to a Clip of Stone Sour’s ‘The Travelers Pt. 1′ [button href=”http://loudwire.com/anthrax-bassist-frank-bello-reflects-on-one-year-anniversary-of-worship-music/” title=”Next: Frank Bello Talks One-Year Anniversary of ‘Worship Music'” align=”center”]
Megaforce For a long time, Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian has sported one of metal’s most celebrated beards. Once predominantly black, these days Ian has taken a more natural approach to the beard, allowing some gray into the mix. Ian’s beard deserves a prominent spot in some sort of Rock and Roll Facial Hair Hall of Fame next to James Hetfield’s goat-like chin-plant and Kerry King’s whimsical bristles. Few possess the pure manliness to grow such a beard. The dedication involved is staggering in itself, no doubt taking many months or even years to cultivate. But what if everyone was able to grow a beard like Scott Ian? Obviously we would all grow one, but what would it look like on some of the world’s most recognizable faces? A beard of this stature deserves the upmost reverence, so we’ve decided to attach Ian’s breathtaking chin-locks to various lucky recipients. So, what if everyone had Scott Ian’s beard? They’d look something like this: Dave Mustaine Lars Ulrich Marilyn Manson Smashing Pumpkins Axl Rose Jay Leno Barack Obama
Liz Ramanand, Loudwire Bassist Frank Bello has had a busy year. On top of touring with Anthrax throughout the year and playing Richard Hell in the film ‘Greetings From Tim Buckley’, he has also been a vital part of the all-star Metal Masters clinics. Loudwire spoke to Bello about the clinic’s latest installment, Metal Masters 4 , which took place in his hometown of New York City, his bond with Pantera / Down singer Phil Anselmo and his enthusiasm for a possible Metal Masters 5. You guys killed at Metal Masters 4 in New York City. What did that experience of being in your hometown mean to you? Well, No. 1, it was easy – I can get a taxi home, I was feeling the Jager the night before. [Laughs] It was really rough and I like being in my bed when I feel like that – it’s just way easier I can just get there. The funny thing about it was I wasn’t at home for that long because rehearsal was that night and everybody had drinks that night, we got pie-eyed a little bit and I had to be at soundcheck and there’s so much pressure for the [fourth edition]. This thing took a life of its own now, I had to be down there at [noon], so I was literally home for six, seven hours. But It was so nice, they give you that home vibe, it’s New York, let’s face it that was a great crowd. It was an insane crowd and I thought it was one of the better ones because it had its edge to it that night. We all came off stage that night and we knew it was amazing because the vibe from the crowd was amazing. The crowd was also hopped up on free tubes of Jager. [Laughs] It never hurts though. That whole last Mayhem tour that Anthrax dig, we had a shot called a 9:28 shot. At 9:28 right after Slayer played we would all congregate in Slayer’s dressing room and the Jager party pretty much started from that time on pretty much through the wee hours – I’m telling you every night. So after that last Mayhem tour, I was drained I needed to come home and just chill for while. How would you describe your friendship with Phil Anselmo? Very close, brothers in arms. It’s great communication, we know each other so well. I think I’m one of the people he actually trusts — and the other guys on the stage, you can tell Phil trusts us. It’s a really nice tight bond, he wouldn’t just jam with anybody, let’s put it that way. [Laughs] Is it safe to say that Phil Anselmo might have a little bit of a crush on you? [Laughs] You know, we have so much fun together. The whole “crazy legs” thing – that’s the first thing he’s ever said to me – with all the crazy, stupid things I do onstage with Anthrax ‘cause I’m always moving, that’s why he brought up the name “crazy legs.” His girlfriend says the same thing and they emailed me right after, “Can’t wait to do it again,” and that’s so cool to hear Any plans for a Metal Masters 5? As soon as that was done we all said to Mark Menghi, the guy who runs all the stuff: “Whenever, let us know, it was a lot of fun.” [Laughs] We’ll take it all up again and see what happens. It probably won’t be in New York but you know what’s crazy, there are a lot of people asking for this thing now, which is great. [button href=”http://loudwire.com/anthrax-bassist-frank-bello-reflects-on-one-year-anniversary-of-worship-music/” title=”Frank Bello Talks One Year Anniversary of ‘Worship Music'” align=”center”]
Tim Whitby, Getty Images Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: Slash defends Lindsay Lohan on her recent hit-and-run arrest. We’ve also got our review and exclusive pictures of Slash’s recent New York show with Foxy Shazam. [ Loudwire ] Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian claims, This will be the only version of Anthrax until there is no Anthrax.” Plus, Anthrax bassist Frank Bello discusses his role in the film ‘Greetings From Tim Buckley. [ Loudwire ] Randy Blythe goes one-on-one with Metal Hammer, reminiscing about his Czech arrest in great detail. Blythe says about the police, “They looked like they were there to apprehend a terrorist.” [ Loudwire ] Guitarist faces jail after convincing investors to fund bogus charity album featuring Jimi Hendrix, Beatles + More. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] Songstress Fiona Apple has been arrested in Texas for Possession of Hash. [ Diffuser.fm ] Green Day reveal that Best Coast will join the band as support for January + February dates. [ Rock Music Report ]