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SLAYER's DAVE LOMBARDO: Why I Didn't Take Part In Latest 'Big Four' Jam
SLAYER drummer Dave Lombardo has revealed that his didn't take part in the "Big Four" jam on Sunday, July 3 at Ullevi stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden because he was busy getting a new tattoo (see photo below). The "Big Four" bands of 1980s thrash metal METALLICA, MEGADETH, SLAYER and ANTHRAX played th...July 5, 2011
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SOIL To Be Rejoined By Singer RYAN MCCOMBS For U.K. Tour
Chicago heavy rockers SOIL will be rejoined by their original lead singer and founding member Ryan McCombs (on loan from the band DROWNING POOL) for their upcoming U.K. co-headlining tour with PUDDLE OF MUDD. McCombs, along with Tim King (bass) and Adam Zadel (lead guitar),will celebrate the 10th a...July 5, 2011
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METALLICA: Professionally Filmed Video Footage Of Gothenburg Concert Available
Professionally filmed video footage of METALLICA's July 3 performance at Ullevi stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden can be viewed below. (Note: This footage was originally broadcast on the Swedish TV channel SVT.) The "Big Four" bands of 1980s thrash metal METALLICA, MEGADETH, SLAYER and ANTHRAX played th...July 5, 2011
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ANTHRAX Drummer Checks In From 'Big Four' Tour
ANTHRAX drummer Charlie Benante has checked in with the following update: "The last three days have been done with only a few hours of sleep and jet lag. I was running on fumes... "Joey [Belladonna, vocals] and I get picked up at 12:15 to go to the listening session [for the new ANTHRAX album, 'Wors...July 4, 2011
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SLAYER's KERRY KING: Why I Decided To Sit Out 'Big Four' Jam In Sweden
SLAYER guitarist Kerry King has explained his absence from the latest "Big Four" jam, which took place during METALLICA's set on Sunday, July 3 at Ullevi stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden. The "Big Four" bands of 1980s thrash metal METALLICA, MEGADETH, SLAYER and ANTHRAX played the second show of their...July 4, 2011
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MEGADETH Bassist Says 'Most' Of New Album Is 'Full-On, In-Your-Face Thrashing'
Martin Carlsson of Expressen TV conducted an interview with MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson prior to today's (Sunday, July 3) "Big Four" concert at Ullevi stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden. You can now watch the chat below. A few excerpts follow. On the first show of the current "Big Four" European tour...July 3, 2011
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METALLICA Joined By MEGADETH, ANTHRAX For 'Am I Evil?' Performance In Gothenburg (Video)
The "Big Four" bands of 1980s thrash metal METALLICA, MEGADETH, SLAYER and ANTHRAX played the second show of their current European tour earlier tonight (Sunday, July 3) at Ullevi stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden. The highly anticipated onstage performance of the "Big Four" bands at the same time happe...July 3, 2011
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METALLICA, MEGADETH, ANTHRAX Perform 'Helpless' At 'Big Four' Show In Germany (Video)
The "Big Four" bands of 1980s thrash metal METALLICA, MEGADETH, SLAYER and ANTHRAX kicked off their European tour earlier tonight (Saturday, July 2) at Veltins Arena in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. The highly anticipated onstage performance of the "Big Four" bands at the same time happened near the end o...July 2, 2011
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SAXON: U.S. Tour Dates Announced
British heavy metal legends SAXON have scheduled the following U.S. tour dates: Sep. 28 West Hollywood, CA - The Key Club Sep. 29 - Santa Rosa, CA - The Last Day Saloon Sep. 30 - Sacramento, CA - The Boardwalk Oct. 01 - Santa Clara, CA - The Avalon Oct. 02 - Santa Ana, CA ...July 1, 2011
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SLAYER Guitarist's 'Favorite Things'
SLAYER guitarist Kerry King recently revealed some of his "favorite things" for the Spin.com web site. A few samples follow below. Favorite Song: "'Becoming' by PANTERA. Whenever you get asked a question like that this, the answer is whatever comes to mind first. But it's PANTERA and [guitarist] Dim...June 30, 2011
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ROGER GLOVER's 'If Life Was Easy' Album: Audio Preview Available
DEEP PURPLE bassist Roger Glover's new solo album. "If Life Was Easy", is scheduled for release in Europe on July 11 via earMUSIC/Edel. The follow-up to 2002's "Snapshot" was reportedly recorded in 2007 but is only now surfacing. It features Roger's daughter Gillian Glover, with lead vocals by Ronni...June 30, 2011
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BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION: Illness Forces Postponement Of Stuttgart Show
Tonight's (Thursday, June 30) BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION concert at Killersberg in Stuttgart, Germany has been moved to July 11 due to the band's vocalist/bassist, Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, TRAPEZE, BLACK SABBATH),"being very under the weather." According to a statement released by the group, "Glenn...June 30, 2011
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SOLITUDE AETURNUS: 'In Times Of Solitude' Compilation Due In July
Massacre Records has set a July 15 release date for a new compilation from Texas doom metal veterans SOLITUDE AETURNUS. Entitled "In Times Of Solitude", it features "demos, early days footage and rare tracks," according to a press release. A song from the collection, "It Came Upon One Night", is now...June 30, 2011
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Learn To 'Shred' Like SLAYER's KERRY KING
Lick Library is now shipping "Quick Licks In The Style Of Kerry King Thrash Metal Key: E Minor". This new guitar tuition DVD helps you learn the best Kerry King killer licks in easy to follow lessons, where you can practice along with the professional backing track included with the DVD. Kerry King,...June 29, 2011
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Early Recordings From KING DIAMOND Drummer MATT THOMPSON Available For Free Download
Auspicious Records has announced the release of multiple recordings from early-'90s progressive power metal band AUTUMN SILENCE, three of which feature KING DIAMOND/SHAOLIN DEATH SQUAD drummer Matt Thompson. You can download them for free at this location. "In 1995, I did a project with my friend Ri...June 28, 2011
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