Heavy Metal News
All That Remains, who have been in the news a bit lately due to singer Phil Labonte’s outspoken comments and controversial opinions on gun control and Tom Morello, have dropped their new single ‘Stand Up (Stand Up)’ from the upcoming disc ‘A War You Cannot Win.’ The verdict? It’s another ATR song primed for rock radio. The band has pretty much fully transitioned from Massachusetts metal warriors into a legit
Despite his best efforts, it looks as though Papa Roach singer Jacoby Shaddix‘s vocal issues are ongoing. P.O.D. revealed the news in a tweet, explaining that they were asked to step up to the main stage Tuesday night (Aug. 21) to make up for Papa Roach’s absence. ? They tweeted, “Headed to Grand Rapids. Papa Roach dropped off today’s show so we’re covering their slot last minute. Prayers 4 Jacoby
There were a lot of people not exactly happy when it was revealed that the inaugural Mayhem Cruise, which was scheduled for later this year, was canceled, and that goes beyond just those who had made arrangements to attend. Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian says the news was a bit of a surprise to him as well. The musician told interviewer Jason Simms while doing an interview for the Oregonian (via
Ex-Korn drummer David Silveria will get his day in court. The musician was arrested back in March and charged with DUI in Huntington Beach, Calif., but he’s maintained his innocence since the news made headlines. At the time, Silveria claimed that he was not drunk driving, but his behavior was from the result of a sleeping pill he had taken. Police were called to the scene when the drummer rear-ended
Due to Randy Blythe‘s month-long incarceration in the Czech Republic, an incredible amount of attention has been placed on not only the Czech Republic itself, but also its legal system. Awaiting a ruling on whether Blythe’s bail will be approved after it was contested a second time by a Czech prosecutor, the Lamb of God vocalist remains in Pankrac Prison. Although this news has become well-known, the lesser-known, yet incredibly
We recently reported that Drowning Pool’s new vocalist is Suicide Hook singer Jasen Moreno and now the band has officially confirmed the news. After parting ways with former singer Ryan McCombs, Drowning Pool recruited Moreno to go on the road with them. He made his live debut with the band on July 8 at a show in Ardmore, Okla.; check out video footage of his performance. In a press release Moreno
After the passing of legendary Deep Purple keyboardist Jon Lord yesterday (July 16), there has been an incredible outpouring from both fans and some of rock most iconic musicians. Most recently, Metallica‘s Lars Ulrich took some time to write an earnest, in-depth tribute about the influence he took from both Deep Purple and Jon Lord. As the news of Jon Lord’s death reached a worldwide audience, musicians such as Slash,