Alter Bridge Facebook Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Alter Bridge have announced that they plan to release a new album and embark on a world tour in 2013. [ Loudwire ] – Linkin Park are set to play only one live show in 2013. Find out where you can see them here. [ Loudwire ] – Zakk Wylde is recording a Hurricane Sandy benefit song with members of Sevendust and Candlebox . [ Loudwire ] – Lacuna Coil have released a new music video for ‘End of Time.’ Check it out here. [ Loudwire ] – All Shall Perish guitarist Ben Orum has announced his departure from the band. Orum has also joined a new band who will be releasing an album on Jan. 1, 2013. [ Loudwire ] – Metallica offer fans another sneak peek of ‘Quebec Magnetic’ with a video of the band performing ‘Damage, Inc.’ live. [ Ultimate Metallica ] – Musical legend Ravi Shankar has passed away at the age of 92. Slash , the Who + more react on Twitter. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – 42 years ago: Jim Morrison plays his final show with the Doors. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Rocket From the Crypt announce reunion tour. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Fleetwood Mac announce expanded + deluxe ‘Rumours’ reissue [ Rock Music Report ]
Michael Buckner, Getty Images – Happy 54th birthday to Nikki Sixx . Celebrate the Motley Crue and Sixx: A.M. bassist with our list of the 10 Best Nikki Sixx Songs. [ Loudwire ] – Hollywood Undead have debuted their new video for ‘We Are,’ shot by Slipknot ‘s Shawn Crahan . [ Loudwire ] – You can now watch Korn ‘s Jonathan Davis starring in the award-winning short film, ‘Wounded Warriors.’ [ Loudwire ] – The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is welcoming Rush , Heart and Public Enemy among others. [ Loudwire ] – Halestorm are considering a covers EP and seeking your input. [ Loudwire ] – The audience member who had Vince Neil take a swing at him allegedly tried to fight the singer. [ Loudwire ] – Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page is mapping out a 2013 tour. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund recently raised over $100,000 thanks to a guitar auction. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – If you need a refresher on indie and alternative rock, check out the Top 50 Songs of December. [ Diffuser.fm ]
Valerie Macon, Getty Images Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – Metallica say yes to offering their music via Spotify as drummer Lars Ulrich and former Napster foe Sean Parker make peace. [ Loudwire ] – Anthrax have been nominated for the Best Hard Rock / Metal Performance category. Find out what drummer Charlie Benante had to say about it in an exclusive interview. Guitarist Scott Ian has also announced a solo ‘Speaking Words’ tour. [ Loudwire ] – Sully Erna has announced that Godsmack plan to take a year-long vacation throughout 2013. [ Loudwire ] – Our exclusive coverage of the 2012 Shiprocked cruise continues with a recap of Day Four featuring Filter , Korn , Sevendust + more. [ Loudwire ] – Motley Crue singer Vince Neil is set to soar in the new reality TV series ‘Vince Neil Escapes.’ [ Loudwire ] – Metallica christmas light show powered by ‘Creeping Death,’ ‘Battery’ + More. [ Ultimate Metallica ] – Paul McCartney thinks ‘Meat Free Monday’ could help save the planet. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – 43 Years Ago: Rolling Stones Altamont Speedway concert end in homicide. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – 18 Years Ago: Pearl Jam ‘s ‘Vitalogy’ album was released. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Queens of the Stone Age ‘s Josh Homme discusses “Deeper, Richer, Stranger” new album. [ Rock Music Report ]
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 ]
MJ Kim, Getty Images – Scott Weiland is confident he will reunite with Velvet Revolver . [ Loudwire ] – AC/DC ‘s ‘Back in Black’ leads the list of inductees into the Grammy Hall of Fame. [ Loudwire ] – Machine Head ‘s Robb Flynn is ready for action after his recent hernia surgery and announces the band’s tour return date. [ Loudwire ] – Green Day will give fans a preview of their upcoming ‘Quatro’ documentary in a highlights special to run over the next month. [ Loudwire ] – Are you ready for Black Friday? Listen to this list of songs to blast on Black Friday and consider yourself prepared. [ Loudwire ] – Ill Nino have revealed the dates for their North and South American tour. [ Rock Music Report ] – Metallica reveal the story behind their ‘Frantic’ song. [ Ultimate Metallica ] – Beck has a new album en route next year. [ Diffuser.fm ] – The Rolling Stones are welcoming back two familiar faces — Bill Wyman and Mick Taylor — for their London shows. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Jimmy Page details the story behind the band’s attempts to continue Led Zeppelin ‘s reunion. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ]
Warner Bros. – Avenged Sevenfold ‘s M. Shadows says the band’s next album has a “Sabbath / Zeppelin” feel while revealing the timetable for its release. [ Loudwire ] – All That Remains ‘ Mike Martin discusses the ‘A War You Cannot Win’ album, while the band offers up a militaristic theme for their new ‘ Stand Up ‘ video. [ Loudwire ] – Linkin Park have announced their #GivingTuesday clean energy promotion, plus they add an award to their trophy case. [ Loudwire ] – Wendy Dio says early detection appears to have been key in Tony Iommi ‘s cancer recovery. [ Loudwire ] – James Iha says “never say never” when it comes to reunion talk with the Smashing Pumpkins . [ Loudwire ] – Catch footage of Metallica performing ‘And Justice for All’ in Mexico City. [ Ultimate Metallica ] – Bad Brains have dedicated their new album, ‘Into the Future,’ to late Beastie Boys MC Adam Yauch . [ Diffuser.fm ] – Aerosmith have denied rumors of any internal strife on their ‘Global Warming’ tour. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Bon Jovi have revealed the dates for their 2013 North American tour. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Porcupine Tree have served up a new two-disc live album called ‘Octane Twisted.’ [ Rock Music Report ]
Frazer Harrison, Getty Images – His book ‘The Heroin Diaries’ helped Nikki Sixx launch Sixx: A.M. Now it’s providing him entry into the world of Broadway. [ Loudwire ] – Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl will serve as the keynote speaker at South by Southwest 2013. [ Loudwire ] – Lamb of God have had a storied career so far, and we salute them with our list of the 10 Best Lamb of God Songs. [ Loudwire ] – In honor of “Movember,” the month where mustaches rule, check out a gallery of rock mustaches and see how many you recognize. [ Loudwire ] – Sum 41 drudge up fond memories of the past with their 10th Anniversary ‘Does This Look Infected?’ tour stop in New York City. [ Loudwire ] – Metallica collectors, this week’s free concert download is a 1989 show from Japan. [ Ultimate Metallica ] – Is there some discontentment and drama starting again in the Aerosmith camp? [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Chickenfoot have put together the ultimate numerical box set package, ‘I + III + LV.’ [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Hey rookie, you made your first mistakes this year. Now get ready for next year’s concert season with 10 Festival Survival Tips. [ Diffuser.fm ]