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Avenged Sevenfold Members Guest on Machine Gun Kelly Track
Rap/metal collaborations have been common since Anthrax and Public Enemy teamed up for ‘Bring the Noise.’ Now, Avenged Sevenfold vocalist M. Shadows and guitarist Synyster Gates have lent their talents to a new song by hip-hop artist Machine Gun Kelly.
Flyleaf Announce Release Date for Upcoming Album ‘New Horizons’
After debuting the title track several weeks ago right here on Loudwire, Flyleaf have announced that release date for their latest album ‘New Horizons’ will be Oct. 30 via A&M/Octone Records. The second single ‘Call You Out’ is now available, as well (listen below).
Corey Taylor Talks About His Near Involvement in Anthrax’s ‘Worship Music’
In a recent interview with Radio Metal, Slipknot / Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor recalls the time he was asked to contribute vocals to Anthrax’s critically acclaimed 2011 album ‘Worship Music’ prior to the thrash metal veterans’ reunion with singer Joey Belladonna.
Dinosaur Jr. Frontman J Mascis Recounts Time When Kurt Cobain Asked Him to Join Nirvana
Alternative rockers Dinosaur Jr. have had a long and successful career, but things almost went another route when their frontman J Mascis was asked by Kurt Cobain to join Nirvana back in the day.
Rob Zombie Unveils Teaser Trailer for ‘The Lords of Salem’ Movie
Musician and director Rob Zombie recently premiered his latest movie ‘The Lords of Salem’ at the Toronto Film Festival.
Bill Ward Hopes for Return to Black Sabbath
The year of 2012 was supposed to find a reunited Black Sabbath playing festivals all over the world. But due to guitarist Tony Iommi’s battle with cancer and drummer Bill Ward‘s absence because of a contract dispute, they only played three shows, all minus the band’s original stickman.
Metallica Teaming Up With Vans for Special Edition Shoes
Metal legends Metallica are teaming up with the iconic skate shoe company Vans for a new line of sneakers that celebrate the band’s storied career.
Tommy Lee Sued Over Roller Coaster Drum Design
Motley Crue shows are made even more entertaining by the antics of drummer Tommy Lee. For many male fans, tops on the list is the portion of the show where Lee encourages ladies to show a certain part of their anatomy on camera. Right behind that is Lee’s roller coaster drum solo. However, that drum design is now part of a lawsuit.
Stone Sour Talk ‘House of Gold & Bones,’ Reveal Touring Bassist
Stone Sour‘s ‘House of Gold & Bones Part 1′ is set to be released Oct. 23 as the first of a two part concept album, with the second part expected in May of 2013. In a new interview, singer Corey Taylor and guitarist Josh Rand spoke with Metal Shrine about a number of topics, including the band’s new touring bassist.
The Melvins’ Buzz Osborne Recalls Past Tours With Nine Inch Nails and White Zombie
The Melvins are in the midst of their ’51 States in 51 Days’ tour, attempting to set a Guinness World Record for fastest tour of the United States. Frontman Buzz Osborne has been keeping a tour diary at Spin.com, and had some interesting observations about previous tours with Nine Inch Nails and White Zombie.
Corrosion of Conformity To Embark on Headlining Fall 2012 North American Tour
In conjunction with the reissue of one of their classic albums, Corrosion of Conformity will be embarking on a tour in November that will take them across the U.S. and Canada and wrap up just before the end of the year. Supporting bands include ASG, Royal Thunder, Saviours, YOB and Zoroaster.
Papa Roach Preview New Song ‘Before I Die’ in Behind-the-Scenes Video
With less than two weeks to go before the Oct. 2 release of Papa Roach‘s latest album ‘The Connection,’ the band has released a behind-the-scenes video (watch below) that talks about the new album, and includes portions of the new song ‘Before I Die.’