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IRON MAIDEN's ADRIAN SMITH On Songwriting Process: 'I Think It's Got A Little More Democratic'
In a brand new interview with U.K.'s Total Guitar magazine, IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith was asked if the fact that there are five songwriters in the band means that the art of compromise is a constant challenge for MAIDEN. He responded: "I think it's got a little more democratic. Having said...October 8, 2015
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DEEP PURPLE, NINE INCH NAILS, CHEAP TRICK, YES Among Nominees For ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Induction
DEEP PURPLE, CHEAP TRICK and YES are among the 15 artists newly nominated for possible induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. The top vote-getters will will be announced in December and inducted next April at a ceremony in New York. To be eligible for nomination, an individual artist or band...October 8, 2015
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Ex-MUSHROOMHEAD Singer WAYLON REAVIS On Decision To Leave: 'My Heart Wasn't There'
Former MUSHROOMHEAD vocalist Waylon Reavis has released a four-minute video message in which he explains in more detail his decision to leave the band. "It's over. I'm so relieved," Waylon says in the clip, which can be seen below. "I was planning this. It just happened a little sooner than I though...October 6, 2015
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TONY IOMMI, STEVE VAI, ZAKK WYLDE Set For ROCK 'N' ROLL FANTASY CAMP
2016 marks the 20th anniversary of Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp, and four of the greatest guitarists and a legendary drummer come together in Los Angeles to headline one of the most amazing camp's ever assembled on Presidents Day/Grammy weekend, Feb. 11-14, 2016. Campers will have the opportunity to m...October 6, 2015
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AUDIOTOPSY Feat. MUDVAYNE Members: 'The Calling' Video Premiere
"The Calling", the first video from AUDIOTOPSY, the new band featuring guitarist Greg Tribbett (MUDVAYNE, HELLYEAH),drummer Matt McDonough (MUDVAYNE),vocalist Billy Keeton (SKRAPE) and bassist Perry Stern, can be seen below. The clip was filmed in Orlando, Florida and directed by David Brodsky of...October 6, 2015
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SUICIDE SILENCE To Release 'Sacred Words' Digital-Only EP
California-based extreme metal titans SUICIDE SILENCE will release a digital-only EP titled "Sacred Words" on October 23 via Nuclear Blast Entertainment. The EP features the title track "Sacred Words" as well as various previously unreleased songs, including three live tracks taken from the band's R...October 6, 2015
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ANNIHILATOR: Music Video For New Song 'Snap'
"Snap", the new video from Canadian metal veterans ANNIHILATOR, can be seen below. The song is taken from the band's fifteenth studio album, "Suicide Society", which was released on September 18 via UDR Music. As he has in the past, guitar wizard Jeff Waters handled all songwriting duties, played al...October 6, 2015
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MICHAEL MONROE Has 'Suffered Enough' For His Art
Former HANOI ROCKS singer Michael Monroe was interviewed by rock journalist Mitch Lafon for a recent edition of the "One On One With Mitch Lafon" podcast (Facebook page). You can now listen to the chat using the Spreaker widget below. Asked if he still finds inspiration in the same places as before...October 5, 2015
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Singer WAYLON REAVIS Quits MUSHROOMHEAD
Due to "irreconcilable differences with band ownership," vocalist Waylon Reavis has severed all ties with MUSHROOMHEAD and the group's record label, Filthy Hands. Waylon is thankful for the opportunity MUSHROOMHEAD has provided him the last 11 years and will now be concentrating his time and efforts...October 5, 2015
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BLITZKRIEG: Re-Recorded Version Of 'A Time Of Changes' To Be Made Available Next Month
2015 marks the 35th anniversary of the English classic rock band BLITZKRIEG who came into existence in 1980. Although their debut single, "Buried Alive" b/w "Blitzkrieg" (on Neat Records) was released in 1981, it was not till 1985 that the band recorded its debut album, as vocalist Brian Ross was in...October 5, 2015
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SEBASTIAN BACH Says He Didn't Make Any Money By Selling Tickets To His Wedding Reception
Rodney Holder of Australia's Music Business Facts recently conducted an interview with former SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach. You can now listen to the chat using the audio player below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On whether he has contracts with his backing musicians:...October 3, 2015
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Who Is The Greatest Heavy Metal Bassist? MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON Weighs In
Poland's Top Guitar conducted an interview with MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson at the fourth annual Warwick Bass Camp, which took place from August 31 to September 4 in Markneukirchen, Germany. You can now watch all three parts of the chat below. A couple of excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERM...October 3, 2015
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TESTAMENT's CHUCK BILLY: 'I'm Singing Better Than Ever'
Banger TV recently conducted an interview with vocalist Chuck Billy of San Francisco Bay Area thrashers TESTAMENT. You can now watch the chat below. Asked what still excites him about playing music, Billy said: "It's the enjoyment that I had when I started it. My mom said, 'Don't be a singer. Don't...October 2, 2015
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STEVE VAI Sells Hollywood Hills House And Studio For $1.5 Million
According to the Los Angeles Times, legendary guitarist Steve Vai has sold home and recording studio in the Hollywood Hills for $1.5 million. Vai, 55, purchased the 1,400-square-foot studio, called the Mothership Studio, and 3,981-square-foot home in 1987 for $330,000. It includes a live room, a boo...October 1, 2015
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Video: ANNIHILATOR Kicks Off European Tour In Birmingham
Canadian metal veterans ANNIHILATOR kicked off their "Europe In The Blood Tour 2015" last night (Wednesday, September 30) at the 02 Academy in Birmingham, England. Fan-filmed video footage of the concert can be seen below. ANNIHILATOR's fifteenth studio album, "Suicide Society", was released on Sept...October 1, 2015
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