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Danzig puts fan in chokehold for "being an a**hole"—watch

Following a recent show in Pomona, California, Danzig put a fan in a chokehold for “being an asshole” and disobeying his show policy of “no photos, no videos,” (via Blabbermouth) Additionally, during the gig, the former Misfits frontman took the attendee's phone after he realized it was being used to take pictures. You can watch footage of […]

Deep Cuts of Danzig: The Rare Tracks You Need To Hear

We all revere Guns N’ Roses, despite the fact that they burned out after three albums. Glenn Danzig has blessed us with three legendary bands. The most badass elder statesman in the scene was the voice, principal songwriter and leader of the Misfits. Ask the guys in Metallica, My Chemical Romance, Avenged Sevenfold or Black […]

Supergroup Teenage Time Killers (Dave Grohl, Matt Skiba) release new song, 'Ode to Sean Hannity'

Supergroup Teenage Time Killers have released yet another new song, “Ode To Sean Hannity,” featuring Dead Kennedys’ Jello Biafra on vocals. The track will be featured on the group's debut album, Greatest Hits Vol. 1, which is set to be released July 31 on Rise Records. Pre-orders of the album are available now. Drummer/vocalist Reed Mullin explains: “I saw […]

Danzig’s Misfits lawsuit thrown out of court

According to Classic Rock, Glenn Danzig’s lawsuit has been thrown out of court after a judge ruled he couldn’t prove any of his allegations. The singer was claiming that Misfit Jerry Only had cut him out of merchandise profits and took legal action in May. Danzig claimed he had invented the band’s “Fiend Skull” and […]

“I’ve always been pretty weird”–Meet the woman who made the coolest Danzig cake ever

If you were to imagine a woman who bakes horror-inspired confections, Christine McConnell probably isn’t who you’d have in mind. The Los Angeles native is supermodel-tall with a head full of brunette hair that looks to be pulled straight from a Pantene commercial. She’s been known to rock a ’50s housewife-inspired dress on more than […]

Slipknot, Danzig, Of Mice & Men, Atreyu, Hatebreed, Suicide Silence, more announced for Knotfest

Now entering its third year, Slipknot have announced the lineup for Knotfest 2014, taking place from October 24-26 at the San Manuel Amphitheatre & Campgrounds in San Bernardino, CA. Their dark carnival experience will also be brought to Japan this year (November 15-16), with Limp Bizkit, Korn, Lamb Of God and more joining them overseas. Tickets for Knotfest USA go on […]

Austin considers erecting a statue of Glenn Danzig riding a dragon

Danzig could get his own statue in the city of Austin, Texas—riding a fire-breathing dragon. According to CBS affiliate KEYE TV, a future goal on the Austin Music Commission’s list includes the building of a statue with Misfits founder Glenn Danzig riding a dragon. KEYE reports: “The idea for the Danzig statue is attributed to […]

"It can only be described as...sour grapes:" Misfits address Danzig lawsuit (Exclusive)

The Misfits have reached out to AP exclusively to clear up details of a recent lawsuit filed against them/Cyclopian Music by former vocalist Glenn Danzig. Earlier this week, details surfaced from an April lawsuit Danzig filed against the Misfits. Reports say the lawsuit surrounds Misfits merchandising and Danzig's claim that the band's trademark had been registered by Jerry […]

Misfits’ Doyle on reuniting with Danzig and Only–“Hopefully I can pull the two bulls together"

Misfits guitarist Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein recently divulged his conviction to potentially reunite vocalist Glenn Danzig and bassist Jerry Only in an “Idol Worship” interview we arranged between him and Black Veil Brides frontman Andy Biersack.  “I’m the only one that’s gonna get the original lineup back together,” Doyle said. “So I think I’m going to work […]

Weekly Playlist #39: Riot Fest 2013

Riot Fest is right around the corner with the Toronto dates coming up this weekend and both Chicago and Denver following shortly after. Here are a few of the songs the AP editorial staff would like to see played at Riot Fest this year.  CONTRIBUTORS Rachel Campbell [RC] Scott Heisel [SH] Brian Kraus [BK] Brittany Moseley [BM] Cassie Whitt [CW] […]

Watch Anberlin cover Danzig

Anberlin have posted their rendition of Danzig's “Mother.” The band's latest album, Vital, is available now. Fans can pick up a copy in stores or on iTunes. Check out the video below and let us know what you think!

Danzig claims he would've played Wolverine less "gay" in the X-Men movies

Highly entertaining interview with Glenn Danzig at LA Weekly today, in which the singer comments on what he would've done differently from Hugh Jackman in the X-Men films, whether or not he collects action figures of himself and whether or not he's ever killed anyone. No, really. Here are some excerpts: “Early in the film's […]

MonstrO to support Danzig on summer tour

MonstrO, one of AP's 100 Bands You Need To Know In 2012, will be supporting Danzig on an upcoming run show of shows leading up to Bonnaroo. Check out the details below. The band's eponymous debut was released in September via Vagrant. 05/25 – West Hollywood, CA @ The Whisky (headline) 05/26 – Irvine, CA […]

Danzig to release covers album, streaming new song "Devil's Angels"

Danzig will be releasing an as-yet-untitled covers album later this year and has launched a stream of the first song from it–a cover of the theme song from the 1967 film Devil's Angels. Check it out here.

Danzig adds more shows with Doyle Von Frankenstein

Danzig has added more dates to an upcoming toue that will feature performances from ex-Misfits bandmate Doyle Von Frankenstein as well as Danzig Legacy dates (featuring music from Misfits, Samhain and Danzig). Check out the itinerary below. 05/26 Irvine, CA – Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre (“Danzig Legacy“) 05/31 Kansas City, KS – Uptown Theatre (feat. Doyle […]

fun., Danzig, three others added to Bonnaroo

More bands have been added to the 2012 Bonnaroo lineup, including fun., Danzig Legacy, Santigold, the Temper Trap, the Cave Singers and Puscifer. They join previously announced acts such as Skrillex, Radiohead, Bon Iver, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Shins, Ben Folds Five, Childish Gambino, the Joy Formidable and City And Colour. Scope the full lineup […]

Exclusive: Glenn Danzig performs with Samhain members, Misfits bandmate Doyle at Riot Fest 2011

On Friday, October 7, at Chicago's Congress Theater, a Danzig “Legacy” performance will be taking place as part of Riot Fest 2011. At the show, Glenn Danzig will reunite for a performance with members of his post-Misfits band Samhain, and he'll also be doing an onstage reunion with his Misfits bandmate Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein. […]
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