WWE Wrestler Refused to ‘Pop’ Pecs for Ozzy Osbourne
A former WWE wrestler who was once asked to bounce his pectoral muscles — or, pop his pecs — for Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne on live TV is now saying he was against the idea. The scene was part of…
Rock Band Outsmarts Algorithm to Boost Ticket Sales
At times, it seems more challenging than ever to break through the clutter of social media, yet we are beginning to see bands and other businesses finding ways to manipulate algorithms to gain attention while appealing to viewers’ desire for…
The Record Deal That Transformed Rock History
Key Takeaways Record Deal: Guns N’ Roses signed a pivotal record deal that transformed rock music. Creative Control: The band prioritized creative control over financial gain when negotiating their contract. Bidding War: Their rise attracted significant interest from multiple record…
Best ’80s Song Covers by ’90s Rock and Metal Bands
Just when you thought the 1980s were over, these 1990s bands brought the music of the decade back for another round. At times, the desire for a ’90s band to turn the clock back 10 or so years has been…
Summer Slaughter 2026 Tour Dates and Lineup Revealed
The Summer Slaughter 2026 lineup and tour dates have officially been announced, featuring Hatebreed as the headliner. This year promises a brutal experience with slam legends Devourment, alongside San Francisco’s up-and-coming brutal death metal/hardcore unit Snuffed on Sight. The Connecticut…
Parkway Drive Issues Emotional Apology for Associate’s Offense
Following the recent guilty plea of band associate Jed Gordon for a sex offense involving a minor, Parkway Drive’s Winston McCall has issued a heartfelt apology via the band’s Instagram page, expressing the band’s emotions regarding the events and elaborating…
Sevendust’s Near Retirement and Their Decision to Continue
Key Takeaways Retirement Discussion: Drummer Morgan Rose revealed that Sevendust considered retiring from touring. Change of Heart: The band decided to tour more vigorously instead of slowing down. Upcoming Album: Their next album, One, was initially planned to be their…
Korn Classic Goes Viral on TikTok with Swedish Pop Star
Korn’s “Freak on a Leash” is gaining popularity again, thanks in part to a Swedish pop star. Zara Larsson has been releasing chart-topping pop hits since 2008, but her 2015 song “Lush Life” has recently surged in popularity due to…
Big 4 of Canadian Thrash Metal Explained
You may be tired of hearing about the “Big 4” of thrash metal — but what about the “Big 4” of Canadian thrash metal? While the Bay Area was producing an explosive crop of young headbangers pushing metal into unprecedentedly…
New Found Glory Guitarist Shares Update Following Brain Surgery
The guitarist of New Found Glory, Chad Gilbert, recently shared on Instagram that he has been dealing with three brain tumors over the past month, including surgery and recovery. Now on the mend, he has posted his first update regarding…
Beartooth’s ‘Free’ Backlash: Caleb Shomo Responds
The frontman of Beartooth, Caleb Shomo, remains unfazed by the mixed reactions to the band’s new single “Free.” “To be completely honest, that’s totally up to them and that’s their choice,” Shomo stated during last week’s episode of 95.5 KLOS’…
Restraining Order Granted to Brittany Furlan Against Ronnie Radke
Brittany Furlan has been granted a restraining order against Ronnie Radke following the ongoing drama that’s transpired between them over the last year. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Furlan was granted a civil harassment restraining order by the…