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DOUG ALDRICH: RONNIE JAMES DIO 'Brought So Much Happiness Through His Music'
Guitarist Doug Aldrich (DIO, WHITESNAKE) has released the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "I'm going to miss him so much. "We lost a giant [on Sunday]... "Just broken today. "I was blessed to...May 18, 2010
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GUS G.: DIO's 'Music Will Continue To Inspire And His Legacy Will Live On Forever'
Greek guitarist Gus G. (OZZY OSBOURNE, FIREWIND, DREAM EVIL, ARCH ENEMY) has issued the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "On the night of May 16th, I was shocked to read the news. Ronnie James...May 17, 2010
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JASON BONHAM'S LED ZEPPELIN EXPERIENCE To Launch This Fall; Details Revealed
JASON BONHAM'S LED ZEPPELIN EXPERIENCE will celebrate the life and music of his father — the legendary LED ZEPPELIN drummer John Bonham — in true epic fashion with a limited engagement of 30 concert dates in North America this fall. "This is a personal trip through my life with the music of LED ZEPP...May 17, 2010
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TWISTED SISTER: DIO Was 'One Of The Nicest People You Would Ever Want To Meet'
TWISTED SISTER has released the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "The members of TWISTED SISTER, along with millions of metal fans around the world, mourn the death of our friend Ronnie James...May 16, 2010
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KISS Interviewed On Scotland's STV
STV's John Kilbride conducted an interview with Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS prior to the band's May 9, 2010 concert in Glasgow, Scotland. You can now watch the chat below. KISS kicked off its "Sonic Boom Over Europe" tour on May 1 in Sheffield, United Kingdom. As previously reported, KISS...May 13, 2010
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ACCEPT Announces Second Show With AC/DC
Reformed heavy metal legends ACCEPT have announced a second show as the support act for AC/DC — June 13 at Cannstatter Wasen in Stuttgart, Germany. As previously reported, ACCEPT will also play a one-hour-long set before AC/DC hits the stage on May 25 in Hannover, Germany. Guitarist/songwriter Wolf...May 11, 2010
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ACCEPT: 'Teutonic Terror' Video Released
"Teutonic Terror", the new video from reformed heavy metal legends ACCEPT, can be viewed below. The clip was filmed in March by director/producer/editor Dave Blass. Executive Producer is Doug Jeffery (BRITNEY SPEARS, MILEY CYRUS, RIHANNA) for Grid 41. When asked how he came to be involved in making...May 10, 2010
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ARCKANUM Signs With REGAIN RECORDS
Swedish black metallers ARCKANUM have inked a deal with Regain Records. The band's new album, "Sviga Læ", will be released later in the year. Commented Shamaatae (all instruments): "It feels really good to work with Regain Records. "The new ARCKANUM album, 'Sviga Læ', is a dedication to Surtr; Giant...May 4, 2010
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KATAKLYSM Frontman Launches Pizzeria In Chicago
In addition to having just been announced as one of the second-stage acts on Ozzfest 2010, KATAKLYSM frontman Maurizio Iacono has been keeping busy with another business venture: opening a pizzeria. Commented Iacono: "Growing up in an Italian family, you always know someone that owns a pizza joint....May 3, 2010
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KISS Kicks Off European Tour In Sheffield; Video Available
KISS kicked off its "Sonic Boom Over Europe" tour last night (Saturday, May 1) in Sheffield, United Kingdom. The band's setlist was as follows: 01. Modern Day Delilah 02. Cold Gin 03. Let Me Go, Rock And Roll 04. Firehouse 05. Say Yeah 06. Deuce 07. Crazy Crazy Nights 08. Calling Dr. Love 09. Shock...May 2, 2010
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POWERMAN 5000: New Tour Dates Announced
Cyber rockers POWERMAN 5000 will embark on a U.S. tour this fall. The trek, which will make stops in some cities that the band has not played in several years, will also serve as the third and last tour in support of the group's 2009 album, "Somewhere On The Other Side of Nowhere". The dates ...April 29, 2010
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SAMMY HAGAR's Cabo Wabo Tequila Launches 'Your Shot To Rock' Campaign
Cabo Wabo, the original rock 'n' roll tequila, is ready to give unsigned and future rock gods across the country their shot at rock superstardom. Cabo Wabo Tequila announced today the launch of the "Your Shot To Rock" campaign, a nationwide search partnered with the biggest rock radio stations to fi...April 28, 2010
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ALICE COOPER Talks About Touring With ROB ZOMBIE, Upcoming Studio Album
TorontoSun.com recently conducted an interview with legendary rocker Alice Cooper. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. TorontoSun.com: Is there a friendly rivalry between you and Rob [Zombie]? Alice: I think we both know who's the student and who's the teacher (laughs). But I really do...April 25, 2010
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Former MOONSPELL Bassist Remembers PETER STEELE
Former MOONSPELL bassist Ares, who is currently involved with the Portuguese female-fronted act WITCHBREED, has released the following statement regarding the passing of TYPE O NEGATIVE frontman Peter Steele: "These are sad and shocking news. "I had the chance to tour with TYPE O NEGATIVE as a suppo...April 16, 2010
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LACUNA COIL's SCABBIA On PETER STEELE: 'I Treasure The Moments We Spent Together On This Road'
Singer Cristina Scabbia of the Italian rock/metal band LACUNA COIL has released the following statement regarding the passing of TYPE O NEGATIVE frontman Peter Steele: "I haven't heard such bad news in a long time. "I am apalled, speechless. "Silence is more respectful in these circumstances, I know...April 15, 2010
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