Vote: ‘Load’ or ‘Reload’ – Which Metallica Album Reigns?
In the ongoing debate about which Metallica album reigns supreme, the question arises: is Load more iconic than Reload? This week on Chuck’s Fight Club, part of the Loudwire Nights radio show, we delve into this contentious topic, and we…
Pusha T Critiques Drake’s UMG Lawsuit for Undermining Art
Pusha T has openly expressed his disapproval regarding Drake’s ongoing legal battle with UMG, the parent company of Def Jam. This situation has become a point of contention in the hip-hop community, drawing attention to the complexities of artistic expression…
Taime Downe of Faster Pussycat Discusses Fiancee’s Death
In a heartfelt interview with Eddie Trunk, Faster Pussycat frontman Taime Downe opened up about the devastating loss of his fiancée, Kimberly Burch, who tragically passed away during a cruise. He expressed his hopes that the band’s newly initiated tour…
Taylor’s Favorite Foo Fighters Song: Shane Hawkins Reveals All
Shane Hawkins, the son of the late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, has shared an intriguing revelation about his father’s musical preferences. During a recent drum clinic in England, Shane disclosed that his father’s favorite song to play was not…
Taylor Swift’s Industry-Changing Battle: What’s New Now?
Four years prior to Taylor Swift’s bold initiative to re-record her early albums and regain ownership of her master recordings, the pop-punk band Bowling for Soup embarked on a similar journey. They released Songs People Actually Liked — Volume 1,…
Ranking Opening Songs from John Lennon Albums
In the decade following the disbandment of The Beatles, John Lennon released only seven solo albums. The posthumous albums Milk and Honey and Menlove Ave. increased this count to nine. Given this limited output, each choice of opening track becomes…
2025 Summer of Loud Tour Tickets and ESP Guitar Giveaway
This is your exclusive opportunity to win two tickets to the highly anticipated Summer of Loud tour presented by Live Nation, featuring an electrifying lineup of quadruple co-headliners: Beartooth, I Prevail, Killswitch Engage, and Parkway Drive. Additionally, one lucky winner…
First Black Woman Elected Recording Academy Chair: Dr. Chelsey Green
Dr. Chelsey Green has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first Black woman to hold the prestigious position of chair of the board of trustees for the Recording Academy. She takes over from Tammy Hurt, who has held this…
Tom Morello Slams Trump Over Springsteen Dispute: ‘F— That Guy!’
In a bold display of political expression, Tom Morello passionately criticized Donald Trump during his electrifying performance at the Boston Calling festival. Morello, renowned as the guitarist for Rage Against the Machine, was particularly incensed by the ongoing feud between…
Biggest Selling Metal Album Hits Rare Milestone
Congratulations to Metallica, as the iconic heavy metal band’s most famous album, the self-titled Black Album, has officially achieved a monumental milestone by surpassing 20 million copies sold in the United States. This achievement solidifies its status as the best-selling…
Linkin Park Rocks UEFA Final in Munich with ‘In the End’ and ‘Numb’
Linkin Park electrified the crowd with a captivating four-song set just before the UEFA Champions League final in Munich on Saturday night (June 1). This performance marked a significant moment in their return to the live music scene, featuring powerful…
Simon House, Sideman for Hawkwind and Bowie, Passes Away at 76
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Simon House, the illustrious former keyboardist for Hawkwind and talented violinist for the iconic David Bowie. He has left us at the age of 76, a…