Gavin Rossdale Reflects on His Love for Music with Bush
“I just want to create music that is essential — and when it ceases to be essential, I won’t feel the need to create it anymore.” As we approach the highly anticipated release of Bush’s latest album, I Beat Loneliness,…
Diamond Rowe: Tetrarch’s New Album Takes the Spotlight
“It’s completely natural to feel a mix of anxiety, nervousness, and excitement when releasing a new record,” expressed Tetrarch guitarist and co-founder Diamond Rowe during her engaging conversation with Chuck Armstrong on Loudwire Nights on Thursday, June 12. The discussion…
REO Speedwagon’s New Chapter: The Story Behind ‘Hi Infidelity’
When REO Speedwagon released Hi Infidelity in 1980, it heralded the beginning of a transformative period for the band. In the years that ensued, many fans regarded this album as the pivotal moment when the group transitioned from their more…
Brian Wilson on Beach Boys vs. Beatles Rivalry
The Beatles had a profound admiration for the Beach Boys, a sentiment that was reciprocated. This mutual respect, however, was highlighted by Mike Love‘s infamous remarks during the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony in January in New…
Goodbye: Embracing New Beginnings
On July 26, 2022, Brian Wilson performed a nostalgic concert at the Pine Knob Music Theatre near Detroit, delighting fans with a mesmerizing collection of Beach Boys classics. This remarkable event marked his final appearance on stage, showcasing the enduring…
Sly Stone’s Collaboration with REO Speedwagon Explained
The concept of Sly Stone collaborating with REO Speedwagon in a recording studio may initially appear unusual and far-fetched. However, when you delve deeper into the trajectory of the funk music pioneer’s career, the rationale behind this unexpected partnership becomes…
Blondie Chaplin’s Ties to Rolling Stones and Beach Boys
Blondie Chaplin has found himself in a whirlwind of activity once again, many years after he gained recognition in the United States through his extensive collaborations with iconic bands like the Rolling Stones and the Beach Boys. His remarkable journey…
Five Finger Death Punch: Zoltan Bathory’s Early Reflections
On Thursday, June 5, Zoltan Bathory of Five Finger Death Punch engaged in a captivating discussion on Loudwire Nights, reflecting on the band’s incredible journey over the past 20 years in the music industry. For a deeper dive into this…
Jesse Leach’s Journey to Mastering the Scream
In this exciting new episode of How I Learned to Scream, we feature the incredible Killswitch Engage frontman Jesse Leach, whose journey into the world of heavy metal vocals is both fascinating and inspiring. During our recent visit to the…
Sixx:A.M.: The Birth of a Rock Band
Initially conceived as a passion project by Nikki Sixx, the renowned bassist of Mötley Crüe, Sixx:A.M. emerged as a creative escape for him to produce a musical companion to his compelling memoir, The Heroin Diaries. This memoir not only chronicled…
Wayne Lozinak’s Favorite Riffs from Hatebreed
In the latest exciting episode of Gear Factor, Wayne Lozinak from Hatebreed showcases his all-time favorite guitar riffs. This episode promises to engage fans of heavy metal and hard rock alike, as Lozinak dives into the iconic sounds that have…
Michael Poulsen Celebrates New Volbeat Album Release
On Friday, June 6, Volbeat is set to enthusiastically unveil their highly anticipated ninth full-length album, God of Angels Trust. In the lead-up to this exciting release, frontman Michael Poulsen engaged in an insightful conversation on Loudwire Nights, where he…