Megadeth’s ‘Ride the Lightning’ Cover Influence on Dave Mustaine
Megadeth’s cover of Metallica’s “Ride the Lightning” wasn’t easy to pull off, no matter how much of a connection Dave Mustaine has to the song. Mustaine recently revealed the challenges he faced when covering the classic Metallica track for Megadeth’s…
Best Prog Rock Covers of Non-Prog Songs You Must Hear
Here are the 11 best prog rock covers of non-prog rock songs! Generally, the best cover songs are the ones that mix faithfulness and innovativeness to ensure that they’re true to the original versions and true to the artists reinterpreting…
Mick Jagger on Not Lecturing Audiences About Politics
In recent years, many artists – such as Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello – have intensified their efforts to incorporate governmental views into their concerts. When asked about his thoughts on the practice – and his relationship with fans in…
Jack White Supports Twin Temple After Country Tour Removal
A day after they were allegedly removed from a tour opening for an outlaw country artist due to their “Satanic imagery,” Twin Temple have added at least one show back on their calendar courtesy of Jack White. The duo was…
Anthrax Debuts Video for Their Greatest Song Yet
Anthrax has debuted the video for “The Edge of Perfection,” a song that guitarist Scott Ian recently described as “the greatest Anthrax song in the history of Anthrax.” The song title itself suggests lofty expectations even before Ian made his…
Guitar Prodigy Stuns ‘America’s Got Talent’ at 16 Years Old
Viewers catching America’s Got Talent were in for the ultimate surprise when they were treated to just turning 16-year-old Thailand native Nene Royal who traveled to the U.S. to showcase her emerging musical talents on the stage. The young musician…
Mastodon Reflects on Brent Hinds in 35-Minute Video
Mastodon has officially addressed the death of founding member Brent Hinds in a new 35-minute video nearly a year after the tragedy occurred. Hinds was part of Mastodon for 25 years before they split in early 2025. He died in…
TV Talent Show Amy Lee’s Dad Won in the 1970s
Amy Lee of Evanescence has established herself as a prominent figure in the rock music scene, but long before her rise to fame, her father, John Lee, had his own moment of national recognition. He won an episode of the…
Motley Crue Performs Four Rare Classics at 2026 Concert
Key Takeaways Setlist Changes: Motley Crue added four songs to their setlist that haven’t been performed in over a decade. Surprise Performance: “Take Me to the Top” was played live for the first time since 1984. Upcoming Tour: The band…
MCR Play Obscure Single Live for First Time in Glasgow
Yesterday (July 4), My Chemical Romance performed at Bellahouston Park in Glasgow, Scotland, as part of their ongoing tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Black Parade. In addition to playing several fan-favorites and concert essentials, they surprised everyone in…
Rock Songs Misunderstood as Patriotic by Many
It happens all the time – as the years roll on, the meaning of a song gets forgotten, ignored, and abandoned, ultimately leading many to mistakenly confuse the song for being passionately patriotic. This is a world where the political…
End It Addresses ‘Banana Man’ Controversy With Onstage Action
Key Takeaways Incident Overview: Hardcore band End It engaged in a controversial interaction with a fan in a banana costume during a performance. Response to Criticism: Frontman Akil Godsey addressed backlash, emphasizing the band’s hardcore identity. Peace Gesture: Godsey later…