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Judas Priest’s “Invincible Sheild,” the band’s 19th studio album, entered the official U.K. chart at #2, just behind Ariana Grande’s “Eternal Sunshine.” Released March 6th in the U.K., the album’s lead single was “Panic Attack,” followed by “Trial By Fire,” “Crown Of Horns” and “The Serpent And The King.” “It sounds like a young bunch of Metal heads banging it out,”…
Supergroup #12 or Asia came about when Carl Palmer (formerly of ELP), Steve Howe (of Yes fame), John Wetton (King Crimson alum) and Geoff Downes joined forces. By the early ‘80s, the supergroup concept was a bit shop worn but these Art-Rockers managed four memorable songs. Two are on their self-titled debut (“Only Time Will…
Pearl Jam has returned to #1 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart for the first time in 26 years with “Dark Matter.” The band last reached the top spot with “Given To Fly” in early ’98. “Dark Matter,” which has already topped Billboard’s Rock & Alternative Airplay chart, is the title track of the band’s 12th studio album (pictured), due…
Beware of novelty songs. It may be fun to do one. But bands rarely think it could be what they are remembered for. Despite other great performances, the Bangles and “Walk Like An Egyptian” are eternally linked. The Bangles had two #1 songs, the aforementioned novelty track and the dreamy ballad “Eternal Flame.” Based on…
Creed singer Scott Stapp has released his fourth solo studio album, “Higher Power.” “Tapping into a higher power is an individualized process that requires an open mind and a willingness to flow with a force that’s greater than the individual,” explained Stapp. The set features the hit title track, “What I Deserve” and the acoustic ballad “If These Walls Could Talk,”…
KoЯn’s 30th anniversary show scheduled for October 5th at BMO Stadium in L.A. sold out in less than week (tickets went on sale March 8th). In addition to KoЯn, Evanescence, Spiritbox, Gojira, Vended and Scars On Broadway will perform ‘guest’ sets. The stadium has a capacity of 22,000. KoЯn was formed in ’93. Their self-titled debut album…
Dragonforce have unleashed the official music video for “Burning Heart”. The track is from the band’s new album, “Warp Speed Warriors.” “‘Burning Heart’ is another epic anthem with our signature sound with 10 guitar solos!,” said guitarist Herman Li. “Warp Speed Warriors,” Dragonforce’s ninth album, is the first album with bassist Alicia Vigil following the departure of…
March 9th – March 16th 3/10 Guns N’ Roses guitarist, Slash, joins actor Ryan Gosling (pictured above) for a version of “I’m Just Ken” from the film “Barbie” at the 96th Academy Awards in Hollywood. Gosling played ‘Ken’ in the film. But despite a killer performance, the Original Song Oscar went to Billie Eilish for “What…
The Black Crowes have released “Happiness Bastards” via the band’s Silver Arrow Records. “‘Happiness Bastards’ is our love letter to Rock ‘n’ Roll,” noted lead vocalist Chris Robinson. “Rich (Robinson) and I are always writing and creating music; that has never stopped for us, and it is always where we find harmony together. This record represents that.” “Our years of experience…
Many Rock acts have weighed in on the use of pre-recorded tracks in concert. New Years Day singer Ash Costello has no problem with backing tracks. “It is not cheating. It’s just some music is impossible (to reproduce live), unless you have a 20-piece orchestra or a synthesizer — it’s just not realistic,” stated Costello. “So I think there is…