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Could there be a new 'Guitar Hero' game on the way?
Could another Guitar Hero game be in the works? Microsoft‘s $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard has prompted many people to wonder about the possibility. Activision is responsible for a number of major gaming franchises. If there was any doubt their IP was of interest to their new owner, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has […]
Chrissie Hynde never really wanted to be punk-rock royalty
Since 1978, the Pretenders’ outspoken singer/songwriter/rhythm guitarist Chrissie Hynde and her band have brought sophisticated compositional smarts and instrumental chops to punk rock. They took the music to radio and MTV in the early ’80s, subversively selling it to people who thought they were just listening to exciting rock ’n’ roll. Hynde spoke exclusively to […]
10 bands from the ’90s you probably didn't know were still releasing music
While a singer’s precious declaration mid-set of “Here’s a song off our new record” may be the bathroom battle cry for many at a concert (you remember those, don’t you?), there are plenty of music lovers who either can’t wait to hear some of the new stuff or already know it and went there specifically […]
These 13 emo albums are the perfect soundtrack to your college years
Writer/director Judd Apatow accurately summed up college when he said: “College is the reward for surviving high school.” It’s true. The college experience proffers unprecedented freedom and a constant buzz of wonder—alive in every cup of ramen noodles and late-night study group. You may have left your teen angst in high school, but you’ve only […]
Here are the 20 greatest guitar riffs from the 2000s
If the flannelly, lo-fi nature of ’90s grunge killed the hairspray bravado of ’80s hair metal, then the 2000s definitely brought back some of its technicality and musicianship. The first decade of this century showcased way more than 20 perfect examples of a timeless guitar riff. It was quite difficult narrowing this list down, but […]
Remembering the iconic 'Guitar Hero III: Legends Of Rock' soundtrack
Can you believe it's been 10 YEARS since the Guitar Hero franchise blessed us with the single most iconic music playthrough game (sorry, Rock Band) of the modern era? If you somehow aren't familiar, Guitar Hero III found you as the guitarist of an up-and-coming (cover?) band with a very impressive and, um, eclectic repertoire. READ MORE: 20 things you won’t […]
10 smells every scene kid could recognize instantly
They say that the sense of smell brings back stronger memories than the other senses, and it’s totally true when you come across some of these. What a throwback. Here are 10 smells that any scene kid, young or old, will instantly recognize. 1. Hot Topic Basically, the smell of vinyl and preservatives. 2. That […]
These were the most-played Guitar Hero songs on Christmas
The holidays are the perfect time to shred on a video-game guitar, surrounded by friends and family. This Christmas was no exception, particularly following the much-anticipated October release of Guitar Hero Live. Read more: Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong wants to end pop punk The team over at Guitar Hero have released their list of the top […]
System Of A Down, others have music videos added to 'Guitar Hero Live'
Music videos from System Of A Down, Weezer and Queen have all been added to the GHTV playable music video network in Guitar Hero Live. Read more: Watch Vic Fuentes play Pierce The Veil songs on Guitar Hero “We’ve been a part of the Guitar Hero franchise since day one,” commented Weezer. “It’s always awesome to […]
Watch Vic Fuentes play Pierce The Veil songs on Guitar Hero
In light of Pierce The Veil being featured on the latest Guitar Hero installment, frontman Vic Fuentes went out and played a store’s demo version. Can he successfully perform a video game version of his own song? Below you can check out a hilarious video of him attempting to do just that. Read more: Pierce The […]
Blink-182, Panic! At The Disco, Echosmith, more to be featured on 'Guitar Hero Live'
A whole new set of songs have just been announced for Guitar Hero Live, including popular bands Blink-182, Panic! At The Disco, Echosmith, You Me At Six and more. Check out the full tracklist below and don't forget to pick up the game when it comes out on October 20 for Xbox One, Xbox 360, Playstation 4, […]
Paramore, Asking Alexandria, Disturbed, more announced for 'Guitar Hero Live'
Guitar Hero shared an announcement on Twitter revealing the next batch of artists to be featured on the long-awaited installment, Guitar Hero Live. The packed list of artists includes Paramore, Asking Alexandria, Disturbed and more. Guitar Hero Live is scheduled for release on October 20 for Xbox One, Xbox 360, Playstation 4, Playstation 3, Wii U and […]
Watch a two-year-old discover Rage Against The Machine via 'Guitar Hero'
While the Guitar Hero fad has been lying dormant for quite a few years, rock and roll never truly dies. Enter the two-year-old in the video below who can be seen discovering Rage Agasint The Machine's “Bulls On Parade” for the first time via Guitar Hero III. While most other children his age would rather […]
Watch Gerard Way, Pete Wentz test out newly revealed "Guitar Hero Live"
ORIGINAL POST: April 14, 2015 @ 12 p.m. ET Guitar Hero has just announced the long-awaited new version of their game, Guitar Hero Live, which boasts two modes—one which allows you to play to “real crowds” and the other, GHTV, which they describe as “the world's first playable music video network,” where you can choose to […]
Meet Jacky Vincent, Falling In Reverse’s guitarist
(To read more about Falling In Reverse and the return of Ronnie Radke, be sure to pick up AP #278, which is on sale this weekend.) On July 26, Falling In Reverse (aka Ronnie Radke’s new band) released their long-awaited Epitaph debut, The Drug In Me Is You. In just a few short weeks—the August […]
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