Dani Filth Responds to Statements as Cradle of Filth Guitarist
Cradle of Filth have now officially fired guitarist Marek “Ashok” Smerda after he and his wife Zoe Marie Federoff issued statements laying out their issues with the band’s management and sharing the contracts on social media they were allegedly asked…
Vocal Experts Criticized by Sebastian Bach for His Singing
Key Takeaways Criticism Response: Sebastian Bach challenges self-proclaimed ‘vocal experts’ critiquing his live performances. Performance Context: He emphasizes the difficulty of singing live, especially under challenging conditions. Speculation on Experts: Fans speculate that Ken Tamplin is the vocal expert Bach…
Jesus Piece Band Confirmed ‘Dead’ by Three Members
According to three members of the metalcore band Jesus Piece, the group has been “dead for some time,” but one member appears to be trying to continue on without them. In a new posting shared to the group’s Instagram account,…
Big 4 of East Coast Hair Metal Explained
Who are the “Big 4” of East Coast hair metal bands? It’s not as ridiculous a proposition as you might think. And before you get your hackles up: Yes, we know hair metal originated as a disparaging term retroactively applied…
Maynard James Keenan and Adam Jones Talk Ozzy
On Tuesday (Aug. 26), Tool’s Maynard James Keenan and Adam Jones joined Loudwire Nights and opened up about their experience performing at Back to the Beginning on July 5 in Birmingham, England, as well as their reactions to the news…
Legacy Tour Dates Announced by John Fogerty
John Fogerty has announced more concerts that will be part of his 2025 Legacy Tour. A handful of show dates were previously revealed, but now, 11 more concerts have been added to the schedule, starting with a show on Halloween…
Mudvayne’s $3,000 Makeup Experience: What You Need to Know
When Mudvayne embarks on a tour to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut studio album next month, one fan in each city can get a “make-up experience” with Chad Gray. Mudvayne’s ‘Makeup Experience’ Includes a Prosthetic Bullet Hole The…
Win a Rare ZZ Top Box Set Today
Key Takeaways New Release: The From the Top: 1979-1990 box set features five classic albums from ZZ Top. Limited Edition: Only 3,000 copies are available, making it a rare find for collectors. Win a Copy: Entering the contest requires your…
Cradle of Filth Member Quits, Contract Photos Released
The guitarist of Cradle of Filth, Marek “Ashok” Smerda, has now issued a statement confirming his upcoming exit from the band after his wife, keyboardist Zoe Marie Federoff, quit the band mid-tour a day prior. In addressing the current band…
Sting Sued by Former Police Bandmates for Millions
Sting’s former bandmates in the Police are taking him to court over “millions in lost royalties.” Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers are suing Sting, whose real name is Gordon Sumner, and his company Magnetic Publishing Limited. Details of the lawsuit,…
WWE Star Faces Backlash for Mentioning Ozzy Osbourne’s Death
Key Takeaways Becky Lynch referenced Ozzy Osbourne’s recent death during a WWE match, causing controversy among fans. Some fans found Lynch’s comments disrespectful and inappropriate so soon after Osbourne’s passing. Kelly Osbourne expressed her disapproval of Lynch’s remarks on social…
Bill Kelliher’s First Statement on Brent Hinds Death
Mastodon guitarist Bill Kelliher has made his first public comments after the death of former Mastodon guitarist Brent Hinds last week. The musician admitted that the death of Hinds has hit him rather hard, experiencing a wealth of emotions in…