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Several groups have taken their name from a novel or a film. The trick is to pick a one that has some relevance or personal meaning. The film “Drowning Pool” was playing in the background when bassist Steve Benton lost his virginity. It worked out, ‘Drowning Pool’ is a pretty awesome name for a Alt….
The Dillinger Escape Plan are bringing down the curtain on their career for a second time after calling it quits in December 2017. The line-up of guitarists Ben Weinman and James Love, bassist Liam Wilson and drummer Billy Rymer along with original vocalist Dimitri Minakakis (who left in ’01 but retuned in ’23) have been…
Marilyn Manson will release his thirteenth studio album “One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2,” on August 14th. The set was co-produced and co-written with Tyler Bates. In conjunction with the announcement, Manson has shared the album’s first single, “Exit Wound” – available on all streaming platforms. Exit Wound “One Assassination Under God – Chapter 2” Tracks: 01. Unalive02. Don’t…
Underoath has announced plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their fifth album “Define The Great Line“ with a special anniversary tour that kicks off on November 5th in St. Louis and will wrrap up in the band’s hometown of Tampa on December 18th. Define The Great Line Underoath’s Chris Dudley comments: “What this album has meant to us,…
Ronnie James Dio (Ronald James Padavona) had an impressive career arc. Each band was in was more successful than the previous one. And while no one forgot Ozzy Osbourne, Dio’s stint with Black Sabbath was significant. So much so, it allowed him to front a band that bore his name (or at least his stage name). When…
“Crying Fire” is the new standalone single from Avatar. “‘Crying Fire’ is very special to all of us. It was written and recorded as part of the ‘Don’t Go In The Forest’ (album) sessions,” explained Avatar vocalist Johannes Eckerström. “When making the final selection for album tracks, this one was a given. But then we started asking ourselves something:…
Mötley Crüe came together in ‘81. Bassist Nikki Sixx (Frank Ferrano) teamed with drummer Tommy Lee (Bass). Guitarist Mick Mars (Bob Deal) signed-on. The original lead singer lasted two days before he was dumped in favor of Vince Neil (Wharton). #10. Same Ol’ Situation (S.O.S.) The song tells a story of a boy meeting two…
In This Moment, led by Maria Brink, has released the single “Sleeping With The Enemy.” “With ‘Sleeping With The Enemy’ and our upcoming album, we’re confronting the darkness — whether it’s inside us or external,” reflects Brink. “It’s about looking that darkness in the face and transforming it into empowerment. We feel so exhilarated and ready to show the…
Tom Morello (pictured above) has released “Adjourn It,” featuring Serj Tankian from System Of A Down and the Rage Against The Machine guitarist’s son, Roman Morello. Clips from the 1954 film “Salt Of The Earth” appear in the “Adjourn It“ music video promoting the theme of resistance in the face of prejudice and injustice. The film was based on a true story of Mexican-American miners fighting…
The Devil Wears Prada has released the official music video for the song “When You’re Gone.” The track is from the band’s ninth album, “Flowers,“ which dropped last November. “It’s impossible for Prada to write a happy song.,” noted vocalist Mike Hranica. Guitarist Jeremy DePoyster, who co-wrote “When You’re Gone,” added, “I like straightforward lyrics and want to…