2000s Supergroup Showdown: Audioslave vs. Velvet Revolver
Which supergroup from the 2000s was superior — Audioslave or Velvet Revolver? This is the major topic of discussion this week on Chuck’s Fight Club as part of the Loudwire Nights radio show, and as always, your opinion matters most….
Fat Mike Sued by NOFX Bandmate After Years Together
The frontman of NOFX, Fat Mike, is reportedly facing legal action from longtime guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Eric Melvin, as revealed over the weekend during a roundtable discussion and photo exhibition at the Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas. Fellow original…
Journey Singer’s Drummer Comment Sparks Lineup Speculation
Journey’s future after their final dates with Jonathan Cain remains very much up in the air, but a core group of remaining collaborators appears to be coalescing around Neal Schon. He’s now made two well-publicized appearances with Journey drummer Deen…
John Mayer’s Tribute to Bandmate Bob Weir Captivates Fans
On Saturday, a public memorial was held in San Francisco honoring the late Bob Weir, where his friend and Dead & Company bandmate John Mayer delivered a moving eulogy and performed “Ripple.” “Over the course of a decade, we came…
Black Label Society Releases 4th Track from New Album with Ozzy Tribute
Key Takeaways New Album: Black Label Society’s 12th album, Engines of Demolition, is set to release on March 27. Tribute Track: The album features a tribute song titled “Ozzy’s Song,” honoring Ozzy Osbourne. Music Video: A music video for the…
‘Honora’ Album Details, New Single, and 2026 Solo Tour by Flea
Key Takeaways New Album: Flea has announced his debut solo album titled Honora, set to release on March 27. Collaboration: The single “Traffic Lights” features vocals from Thom Yorke of Radiohead. World Tour: Flea will embark on a 10-date world…
Poison Nix Tour Following Bret Michaels’ 600% Pay Increase Request
Poison has dropped plans for a 2026 tour after frontman Bret Michaels allegedly demanded 600% more money than his bandmates. Though a tour was never officially announced, the hair metal greats made no secret of their plan to celebrate their…
Motley Crue Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Nikki Sixx
This year marks the 45th anniversary of Motley Crue (who formed in Hollywood, Calif. in 1981). To commemorate the occasion, Motley Crue and founding bassist Nikki Sixx have shared heartfelt reflections on the band’s early days (including Sixx humbly reminding…
Bruce Springsteen Surprises Fans with Concert Appearance
Bruce Springsteen made his first concert appearance of 2026 on Saturday night (Jan. 17) and had some stern words during his time on stage regarding recent events in America. His surprise performance at the annual Light of Day benefit in…
Jason Momoa ‘Terrified’ About Back to the Beginning Show
You might remember that actor and avid metal enthusiast Jason Momoa emceed the historic Back to the Beginning show last July. While he surely had a great time, Momoa recently revealed why he was also “terrified” to host the event…
Sammy Hagar Switching Keyboardists for Summer Tour
If you go to see Sammy Hagar in concert this summer on his Best of All Worlds Tour, you’ll notice a slight change in the band lineup. Instead of the usual Rai Thistlethwayte, keyboard duties will be handled by Greg…
Best Alt-Rock Ballads of the ’90s: Top 11 Picks
Key Takeaways Emotional Resonance: The 1990s alternative rock ballads showcased deep vulnerability and introspection. Stripped-Down Sound: Many ballads featured minimal instrumentation paired with personal lyrics. Cultural Impact: These songs influenced future generations of artists to explore emotional depth in their…