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James Hetfield schedules first public appearance since starting rehab
Back in September, Metallica frontman James Hetfield entered rehab for issues with alcohol addiction and now he’s scheduled his first public appearance since then. Hetfield will be showing up to the Reclaimed Rust: The James Hetfield Collection opening night at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles on January 30. Read More: Misfits upgrade Kit Kat-inspired Kill Kat figure […]
Sonic Temple single-day passes launch with 2020 daily lineup reveal
We already know which bands are playing the second annual Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival in Columbus, Ohio early next summer. Now we know which bands are playing which day, in case you could only swing of the days in May. As previously announced, Metallica will exclusively headline all five of Danny Wimmer Presents’ hard rock festivals in 2020. Epicenter will be the […]
Welcome to Rockville 2020 has Disturbed, MIW and more joining Metallica
The Welcome to Rockville lineup is officially here and it is amazing. In addition to Metallica playing two different sets over two different nights, fans are also treated to the likes some of the most legendary acts in rock. This Danny Wimmer Presents Welcome to Rockville will take place at the Daytona International Speedway in […]
9 musicians who have been in multiple successful bands
While celebrating Corey Taylor’s birthday this week, we compiled a list of some musicians who are so talented, they’ve been a large part of multiple successful bands. Taylor, being the vocalist of both Stone Sour and Slipknot, shows this to be true. This list is in no particular order and transcends genres and boundaries. We […]
10 bands referenced in ‘The Dirt’ who new fans should check out
When The Dirt premiered early in 2019, it reignited the buzz around Mötley Crüe. It introduced the legendary glam-rock band to a generation of music fans who never really caught on to them. Their music was at the forefront of people’s minds and led to them reuniting and announcing a tour after they said they […]
10 concert tickets you should put on your Christmas list this year
There’s no better gift in the world than concert tickets to see one of your favorite bands live. With the holiday season approaching, it’s also a good time to start thinking about what you want to ask your friends and family for this year. Luckily, many scene favorites such as Halsey, Billie Eilish and more […]
Sonic Temple 2020 lineup has Slipknot, BMTH, more joining Metallica
The second annual Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival will return to Columbus, Ohio early next summer. The three-day music festival features an enormous array of top rock groups performing on three different stages. As previously announced, Metallica will exclusively headline all five of Danny Wimmer Presents’ hard rock festivals in 2020. Epicenter will be the […]
Epicenter 2020 lineup has Papa Roach, I Prevail, more joining Metallica
Epicenter is back and louder than ever with the release of its 2020 festival lineup. The three-day music festival features an enormous array of top rock groups performing on four different stages. As previously announced, Metallica will exclusively headline all five of Danny Wimmer Presents’ hard rock festivals in 2020, with Epicenter being the first. They […]
Metallica drummer gives update on James Hetfield’s rehab stay
Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich has given an update on James Hetfield’s stay in rehab after the band canceled their planned tour for the frontman to take care of himself. Last month, the band postponed their upcoming Australia and New Zealand tour for Hetfield to go to rehab. Read more: ‘Hocus Pocus’ line at Hot Topic […]
Kirk Hammett has “a lot of kick ass material” ready for Metallica album
Metallica typically takes quite a while to put out new records but Kirk Hammett says he’s put together quite a bit of material so far. The guitarist spoke with Cosmo Music when he showed up for a special cover band set back in the summer where he discussed the new material. Read More: Queens Of The […]
Metallica to headline five Danny Wimmer 2020 festivals with two-night set
Metallica were recently named the world’s biggest all-time touring act by Pollstar and they’re not done yet. The legendary rock icons will exclusively headline all five of the Danny Wimmer Presents hard rock festivals in 2020. These five festivals are Epicenter, Welcome To Rockville, Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival, Louder Than Life and Aftershock. Metallica will […]
Metallica bassist’s 15-year-old son jams with Suicidal Tendencies
Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo’s son is following his dad’s footsteps by performing bass live for Suicidal Tendencies during a gig over the weekend. Trujillo previously played bass for Suicidal Tendencies, joining in 1989 for the band’s tour and contributing to three of their records. Read more: Courtney Love stirs Hole reunion rumors with rehearsal photo […]
Metallica frontman James Hetfield enters rehab, band postpones tour
Metallica are being forced to postpone their upcoming Australia and New Zealand tour as frontman James Hetfield enters rehab. The band have offered a lengthy statement about the issue and are offering fans refunds for tickets they’ve purchased. Read More: Stick To Your Guns singer Jesse Barnett releases new solo project EP Kirk Hammett, Lars Ulrich […]
Global Citizen Festival recruits Billie Eilish, Metallica for 10-hour charity gig
Global Citizen Festival has brought in some major acts before, but they’re planning a huge event for 2020 including Metallica, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more. The event is spanning five continents across 10 hours taking place on September 26, 2020. Read More: ‘Chilling Adventures Of Sabrina’ wraps up filming for Part 3 If you can’t […]
AP&R: Combat metal, rah-rah alt-rock and heartfelt ballads
You’re welcome: We’ve made finding new songs by rising bands easy. Each week, we’re gathering the best from the underground and offering it to you in one concise list. Scroll to the end and check out our Spotify Discover playlist, featuring these tracks and more! In return, we want to hear your favorite. Let us […]
Metal song or H.P. Lovecraft title: Can you guess who wrote it?
Metal has drawn influence from horror in so many different ways over the years that the two feel infinitely connected. While most of us think of movies and TV shows today in regards to horror, classic horror fiction novels have also had a huge effect on the genre, and no writer has had a greater […]
The Faim strip down to a ‘State Of Mind’ for experimental new record
The Faim, french for “the hunger,” are true to their name, as the Perth natives have a craving for growth and finding new ways to express their thoughts and feelings. Their forthcoming album, State Of Mind, contains a diverse yet cohesive tracklisting, each song with its own meaning. Despite the four-piece having toured with the […]
Metal pioneer Jonny Z recounts 40 years of Megaforce Records with book
Before Megaforce Records co-founder Jon “Jonny Z” Zazula got in the game, the term “heavy metal” usually referred to long-haired radio rock from the ’70s. Once Z quit his day job and invested in Metallica, he did as much as anybody to harvest modern metal. Working on a shoestring budget, Z and his partners grew […]
Metallica gave more than $1.6 million to charity during summer tour
Metallica have donated more than $1.6 million to various charitable causes during their 2019 European tour. The metal band has donated money to a different cause in each city of their summer WorldWired tour with their foundation All Within My Hands. They visited 25 cities in total. Read more: Kurt Cobain royalty check from 1991 […]
10 metal-loving mainstream musicians who might surprise you
Dedicated metal fans are notoriously passionate about their music, even if it’s to a fault. The most fanatical ones will defend the genre at all costs, but not every fan of heavy music is locked exclusively into listening to blast beats and shredding riffs. Musicians often draw influence from some of the most surprising artists, […]
