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Hellyeah’s Vinnie Paul and Chad Gray Talk ‘Band of Brothers,’ Touring + More
On July 17, Hellyeah released their third studio album, ‘Band of Brothers.’ In its first week of release, the album landed at No. 19 on the Billboard 200 album chart. To help them celebrate the release of their heaviest record to date — and because we’ll make any excuse to chat with them — we recently caught up with vocalist Chad Gray and drummer Vinnie Paul to talk all things ‘Band of Brothers.’
Rob Halford: Next Judas Priest Album Combines Elements of ‘British Steel’ and ‘Painkiller’
Released in 1982, Judas Priest‘s ‘Screaming for Vengeance’ brought the legendary metal band enormous mainstream success, specifically with the classic tune ‘You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’.” Priest frontman Rob Halford recently sat down with Loudwire, and while he is in celebratory mode for the release of the special 30th anniversary edition of ‘Screaming for Vengeance,’ he and the band are also g
Judas Priest’s Rob Halford Discusses Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe, Excited for Band’s Future
After hearing the news that Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe was finally released from a Czech prison, metal titan and legendary Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford discussed the situation in an exclusive interview with Loudwire.
Rob Zombie Announces ‘Lords of Salem’ Premiere, Offers Golden Tickets to Fall Tour
Rob Zombie fans across the world have been dying to know when they will be able to see his latest film, ‘Lords of Salem.’ Well, if you’re in attendance at the Toronto International Film Festival, taking place Sept. 3-16, you’ll be one of the first to witness Zombie’s sixth feature film. While the full schedule for the festival won’t be released until Aug. 21, we can tell you that the premiere w
Lamb of God Back on Knotfest Lineup, Plan Headlining Fall Tour
In the wake of his release from prison in Prague, Randy Blythe and Lamb of God have announced that they will be playing Knotfest, the two-date metal and hard rock festival headlined and organized by Slipknot. Playing both dates (Aug. 17 in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Aug. 18 in Somerset, Wis.), these will be Lamb of God’s first live performances since Blythe’s imprisonment.
Korn Bassist Fieldy Expecting Baby, Drops Out of European Tour Dates
Congratulations are in order for Korn bassist Reginald Arvizu — better known to fans as Fieldy — as he and his wife Dena are expecting the birth of their second child this month. According to Korn’s website, “things are happening a little sooner than planned” with the baby, so Fieldy has decided to drop out of some tour dates in Europe.
Papa Roach, ‘Still Swingin’ – Song Review
“It’s like at the end of the day P-Roach is still here killin’ it, years later, and we are still swingin’, we are still killin’ it,” Papa Roach singer Jacoby Shaddix says of his band’s latest single, ‘Still Swingin.’ We couldn’t agree more.
Five Finger Death Punch’s Jason Hook Discusses Next Album, ‘Coming Down’ Video + Randy Blythe
In the first part of our interview with Five Finger Death Punch guitarist Jason Hook, he told us everything we needed to know about the Trespass America Festival tour that he and his bandmates are currently headlining. From discussing new songs they were working on playing live to what band he’s looking forward to seeing on the tour, Hook left no stone unturned.
Zakk Wylde Talks New Baby, Fantasy Football, Black Label Society + Randy Blythe
The one and only Zakk Wylde made a trip to New York City to participate in SiriusXM’s Celebrity Fantasy Football Draft on July 19. Amidst the likes of comedian Artie Lange and Playboy Playmate Pilar Lastra, Wylde stood out in the crowd wearing his Black Label Society denim vest and sporting his signature beard. He was all smiles, though, as he couldn’t help but crack jokes with fans and the press.
Rob Zombie Talks Tour With Marilyn Manson, Upcoming Album + More
We recently announced the Twins of Evil Tour featuring none other than co-headliners Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson. Set to kick off at the Desert Uprising Festival in Phoenix, Ariz., on Sept. 28, there is no question this trek will be one for the ages.
Vinnie Paul Discusses Randy Blythe Situation – Exclusive Video Interview
In an exclusive interview with Loudwire, Hellyeah drummer Vinnie Paul talked about the legal situation Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe is currently in overseas in the Czech Republic. The legendary Pantera stickman knows all-too-well the dangers of fans jumping on-stage at live shows. Nearly eight years ago, his brother Dimebag Darrell was tragically shot and killed right in front of him during a
Five Finger Death Punch Guitarist Jason Hook Previews Trespass America Festival
Five Finger Death Punch don’t slow down. From being on the road nonstop to releasing three studio albums in four years, the guys never seem to take a break, and this summer is no different. On Friday, (July 13), the band will kick off their headlining stint on the Trespass America Festival, which also features Killswitch Engage, Trivium, God Forbid, Pop Evil, Battlecross and Emmure.