Metallica Song’s Bass Solo Initially Intended for Hammett Guitar
A classic Metallica song was originally set to have a much different sound thanks to a last-minute change to one of its solos. How Cliff Burton Changed Metallica’s Plans Current Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo joined the latest episode of The…
Kurt Cobain Homicide Claim Sparks Seattle Police Response
Was Kurt Cobain’s death an actual homicide? An unofficial private sector team of forensic scientists recently conducted their own investigation of the autopsy and crime scene photos and have suggested that their findings were not consistent with that of an…
Carl Palmer Surprised by Deaths of Bandmates
Carl Palmer was just as surprised as everyone else when his bandmates in Emerson Lake and Palmer died within months of one another. He was stunned by Asia bandmate John Wetton‘s death, too. Greg Lake and Palmer had drifted apart,…
Solo Albums Ranked for Classic-Era Guns N’ Roses Members
Before you read our list of the best solo albums from every classic-era member of Guns N’ Roses, it’s important to clarify what their classic era actually was. Obviously, the five-piece lineup that appeared on GN’R’s world-changing debut album Appetite…
Radical Music Festival Idea from David Draiman
David Draiman of Disturbed has a “radical” idea for a music festival. The vocalist shared a post on social media last night (Feb. 9) calling for “any organization” to set up a music festival that features artists of different genres…
Good God / Baad Man Double Album Announced by C.O.C.
Key Takeaways Album Release: Corrosion of Conformity’s new album, Good God / Baad Man, is set for release on April 3. Track List: The album features two distinct discs, each with its unique sound and style. Tour Schedule: A busy…
Nigel Dupree Readies New Band for Live Performances and Music
On Tuesday (Feb. 10), Nigel Dupree joined Loudwire Nights as the show’s latest special guest. He dove into the latest project he’s working on — his new band Nigel and the Heat — and what their future looks like. Listen…
Australian Pink Floyd Show Unveils 2026 Summer Tour
Key Takeaways Tour Dates: The Australian Pink Floyd Show will tour North America starting July 16, 2026. Performance Highlights: The show features a collection of greatest hits from Pink Floyd’s extensive career. Unique Experience: Attendees can expect cutting-edge lighting, lasers,…
’90s Stars of Alternative and Shoegaze Launch Good Day Father Band
Key Takeaways Collaboration Origin: Good Day Father is a duo formed by Brian Futter and Tanya Donnelly, stemming from their past musical connections. Song Inspiration: The debut single “Sonic Amadea” showcases a blend of their musical styles while introducing fresh…
Buddy Guy 2026 Tour Dates for His 90th Birthday Celebration
Buddy Guy will celebrate his 90th birthday this year, on the road, of course. The blues legend just revealed a heavy slate of 2026 tour dates which will start in July. It’s been a good year for Guy so far….
Ex-Mushroomhead Singer Resolves Royalty Dispute with Drummer
Former Mushroomhead vocalist Jeffrey “Nothing” Hatrix has settled a royalty lawsuit against the band’s founding drummer and keyboardist Steve “Skinny” Felton. Why Did Jeffrey Nothing Sue Skinny Felton? In 2024, the singer initially filed his suit against Felton, alleging that…
Stewart Copeland’s 2026 Summer Tour: What to Expect
Stewart Copeland has announced summer tour dates starting June 3 in Ft. Lauderdale. The Have I Said Too Much? trek will launch with a total of four dates in the Florida area, before continuing on for additional appearances in Atlanta,…