Metallica’s Rye The Lightning

Metallica’s Rye The Lightning

Metallica’s Blackened Whiskey has announced the release of the ’24 edition of ‘Rye The Lighting’, inspired by the band’s 6x platinum sophomore album, “Ride The Lightning.” This limited-edition expression follows the highly acclaimed 2022 edition of ‘Rye The Lightning’, which received Gold from the John Barleycorn Awards and Best Finished Whiskey from Breaking Bourbon. The…

Arctic Monkeys
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Arctic Monkeys

News of the Arctic Monkeys’ U.K. success initially had to be viewed skeptically. They were yet another band who wore their Jam, Clash and Smiths influences on their sleeve. Toss in the White Stripes, Vines, Libertines and a scruffier take on Franz Ferdinand for mainstream accessibility. Yet even for the U.K., it looked as though…

Health Issues Force Skid Row Change

Health Issues Force Skid Row Change

Skid Row has parted ways with singer Erik Grönwall. Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale, a longtime friend of the band, will handle vocal duties for upcoming scheduled concerts. Grönwall, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in ’21, decided that the travel and rigors of the road was not conducive to his overall health and recovery. Skid Row wrote that they…

Mr. Big Gets Help

Mr. Big Gets Help

As singer Eric Martin deals with an unspecified vocal issue, Mr. Big has recruited Michele Luppi (Whitesnake) to assist with the lead vocals during the band’s current U.K. tour. “So after these last couple shows with my voice going in and out and struggling to keep it together,” wrote Martin in a post.  “I had a crazy idea that…

Asia
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Asia

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…

Ace Frehley’s “10,000 Volts” Has Dropped
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Ace Frehley’s “10,000 Volts” Has Dropped

Original KISS guitarist, Ace Frehley, has dropped his eighth solo album “10,000 Volts.” The set features the title track, “Walkin’ On The Moon” and “Cherry Medicine.” “10,000 Volts” Tracks: 01. 10,000 Volts02. Walkin’ On The Moon03. Cosmic Heart04. Cherry Medicine05. Back Into My Arms Again06. Fightin’ For Life07. Blinded08. Constantly Cute09. Life Of A Stranger10. Up In The Sky11. Stratosphere Frehley was in KISS from 1973–1982 and 1996–2002.

“The Other Side Of Mars” Is Out
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“The Other Side Of Mars” Is Out

Former Mötley Crüe guitarist Mick Mars has released his debut solo album, “The Other Side Of Mars.” “I know that a lot of people were expecting probably more of a blues-oriented thing or kind of an extension of Mötley or something like that,” shared Mars. “And I wanted to go a whole different route and leaning more…

Santana/Counting Crows North American Tour

Santana/Counting Crows North American Tour

Legendary guitarist Carlos Santana and Counting Crows have announced this summer’s “Oneness” North American tour.  The two bands will perform 29 shows. The trek will launch in Hollywood, FL at Hard Rock Live on June 14th and wrap up in Phoenix, AZ at Footprint Center on September 2nd. The complete schedule is below. “Oneness” North American Tour Dates: Ticket Information:…