Spencer Kaufman, Loudwire Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: Deftones fans have a new song to check out as ‘Leathers’ just arrived online. Plus, the full track listing for ‘Koi No Yokan’ has surfaced. [ Loudwire ] Convicted mass murderer Charles Manson sends Marilyn Manson a postcard that expresses, um, well, you tell us. [ Loudwire ] Amy Lee says that another extended break is coming after Evanescence ‘s next tour concludes. [ Loudwire ] What hard rock and metal were you listening to 20 years ago and what has stood the test of time? Check out our list of the Top 10 Albums of 1992. [ Loudwire ] Sinead O’Connor is hoping she has some pull with Russian officials. The singer penned a letter to Russian leader Vladimir Putin seeking Pussy Riot ‘s freedom. [ Diffuser.fm ] Who doesn’t like a good jam? The all-star Sunflower Jam event in London saw the collaboration of Alice Cooper and Queen ‘s Brian May onstage together. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] Sister Sin performed with Doro throughout Europe and now the two acts will take their show on the road in the U.S. [ Rock Music Report ]
Mary Oullette, SheWillShootYou.com Here’s a look at the top stories of the day on Loudwire and around the Web: – How does Corey Taylor keep it all straight? The singer tells all about Slipknot ‘s future, Stone Sour ‘s ambitious concept album and his thoughts on the inaugural Knotfest. [ Loudwire ] – Green Day ‘s ‘¡Uno!’ record isn’t due in stores until next week, but you can get an early listen to the disc via the band’s Facebook page. [ Loudwire ] – Soundgarden are ramping up quickly to their first album since 1996. Now’s as good of a time as any to reflect on the 10 Best Soundgarden Songs. [ Loudwire ] – Does the new Killers album kill? Check out the review on ‘Battle Born’ and see where it stacks up to their past work. [ Diffuser.fm ] – Kids 40 years ago had some pretty great music to listen to. David Bowie , Rolling Stones , Pink Floyd ! See what were the 10 Top Albums of 1972. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – How’s the buzz on indie upstarts Citizen? Check them out for yourself when the band hits the road Sept. 25 in support of their debut EP, ‘Young States.’ [ Rock Music Report ]
On today’s Daily Reload, Slipknot’s Corey Taylor vents on the difficulties of crafting a new record without Paul Gray and we bring you exclusive coverage and photos of the band’s New Jersey show; Alexisonfire announce farewell tour dates; and Napalm Death will be embarking on a tour with Municipal Waste and Exhumed. Also, CKY’s Jess Margera talks about his high school band with Bam Margera and Ryan Dunn; Dave Navarro
Today in the Daily Reload: Godsmack’s Shannon Larkin serves up some exclusive dish about their upcoming ShipRocked and Uproar Festival plans, and he gives us an update on the vocal condition of singer Sully Erna. Also we learn that Australia is the perfect place to be next February and March, as the Soundwave Festival is bringing Metallica, Linkin Park, A Perfect Circle, Stone Sour, and Anthrax among others to stages
In today’s Daily Reload, Loudwire premieres Flyleaf’s new track ‘New Horizons’; Incubus’ Brandon Boyd says the band will probably take a break while he brainstorms a second solo album; and No Use for a Name frontman Tony Sly passes away at 41. Also, Green Day announce the release of a career-encompassing 8-CD box set; Motley Crue’s Vince Neil is set to headline the Tybee Island Pirate Festival; Phil Anselmo discusses
On today’s Daily Reload, Shinedown just keep churning out the hits. In fact, ‘Unity’ marks the band’s 16th No. 1 single on the Active Rock charts. Also, Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante’s lawyer has a statement on the altercation between the musician and his wife over the weekend, in which he claims that the drummer was assaulted. Also today, we’ve got some great music videos to check out. Godsmack take you
In today’s Daily Reload, Lamb of God are forced to cancel their North American summer tour with Dethklok and Gojira due to Randy Blythe’s incarceration; Tool drummer Danny Carey gives an update on upcoming album; and we give you the opening round of Loudwire’s Extreme Metal Olympics! Also, Metallica will start to focus on their new record in September; Down offer stream of new song ‘Witchtripper’; Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington