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Rob Zombie Drafts Producer for New Album, Talks ‘Lords of Salem’
As Rob Zombie puts the finishing touches on his upcoming witchcraft horror flick ‘The Lords of Salem,’ he is simultaneously preparing to enter the studio to record what he calls his “best record yet.”
Kerry King Offers Latest on New Slayer Album
Slayer axe-man Kerry King gives the lowdown on co-guitarist Jeff Hanneman‘s rehabilitation progress, the rumored two-song EP and their in-the-works new album in a new interview.
Beastie Boys Have Plenty of Unreleased Material Reveals Producer Mario C.
Mario C., collaborator, producer and friend of the Beastie Boys, says that despite the untimely death of Adam “MCA” Yauch last month, we still may hear new Beasties songs in the future. He explains that there is still plenty of unreleased music on the way from the recent Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees.
Linkin Park to Stream Performance from Rio+Social Event
Linkin Park are joining forces with the United Nations Foundation and several other organizations for Rio+Social. As part of their involvement, LP will stream a performance from Los Angeles on June 19.
Two Unreleased Layne Staley Songs to Surface in New Movie ‘Grassroots’
‘Grassroots’ is a new film based on the true story of two Seattle music journalists who look to shake up the political scene. But for Alice in Chains fans, the bigger news is that the movie will feature two never-before-released songs from late frontman Layne Staley.
Smashing Pumpkins Stream ‘Oceania’ and Announce Album Release Show in NYC
With just one week to go before its release, the Smashing Pumpkins are firing up the anticipation machine by streaming their latest album, ‘Oceania,’ via iTunes. In addition, they have announced an intimate album release show in New York City.
Beastie Boys’ Ad-Rock Set to Perform at Benefit Show in New York
Beastie Boys‘ Adam “Ad-Rock” Horowitz is set to perform at a benefit gig for an imprisoned Russian punk rock act in Brooklyn, N.Y., tonight (June 12). This marks the rapper’s first appearance since bandmate and friend Adam “MCA” Yauch was tragically lost after a three-year battle with cancer last month (May 4).
Ozzy Osbourne, James Hetfield, Dave Grohl + More Nominated in First Ever Big Daddy Awards
On the Line, a national prostate cancer awareness campaign, has announced the nominees for their first ever Big Daddy Awards. Several rockers made the list, including Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica‘s James Hetfield and lead Foo Fighter frontman Dave Grohl.
Smashing Pumpkins ‘Mellon Collie’ Reissue Could Feature 75 Previously Unreleased Songs
Any Smashing Pumpkins fan worth their salt knows that there is a wealth of unreleased material in frontman Billy Corgan‘s vault. As part of their ongoing reissue campaign, the band will re-release their celebrated double disc, ‘Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness,’ with up to 75 previously unheard tracks.
Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins To Play Iggy Pop in Upcoming ‘CBGB’ Movie
Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins will step out from behind the kit to portray punk icon Iggy Pop in the upcoming film ‘CBGB,’ which is about New York’s now-closed, legendary punk rock venue.
Axl Rose Robbed After Guns N’ Roses Gig in Paris
Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose was relieved of about $200,000 worth of jewelery during a small gathering following their June 5 gig in Paris, France.
Nirvana Bassist Krist Novoselic Announced as Keynote Speaker for CBGB Festival
Former Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic has been announced as the keynote speaker for the upcoming CBGB festival that is set to take place this July in New York City.