Mark Morton’s “Desolation: A Heavy Metal Memoir” Is Out

Mark Morton’s “Desolation: A Heavy Metal Memoir” Is Out

Lamb Of God guitarist Mark Morton has released his memoir, “Desolation: A Heavy Metal Memoir” (co-written with Ben Opiari). The book covers his musical career and journey from addiction to recovery. “Initially, I started writing this book just to see if I could do it,” offered Morton. “Unpacking my story, I was able to observe events in…

Metallica’s X Account Compromised?

Metallica’s X Account Compromised?

It’s suspected that Metallica’s official X account may have been compromised. On 6/25 the account was promoting a token with the ticker METAL. There were a flurry of Tweets promoting “a dynamic new token on the Solana blockchain” that would revolutionize event experiences and online shopping. The posts claimed this was in collaboration with Ticketmaster. Posts…

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New Music: Mötley Crüe’s “Dogs Of War”

Mötley Crüe have released “Dogs Of War. “A lot of people said it’s a different sound, but I’ll be honest with you, I don’t necessarily agree with that.,” said bassist Nikki Sixx on “Busted Open.”  “If you listen to the verses, they’re very similar to a lot of stuff that we’ve done — that simple, grinding…

Crazy Town’s Shifty Shellshock Died From An Accidental Overdose

Crazy Town’s Shifty Shellshock Died From An Accidental Overdose

Crazy Town frontman Shifty Shellshock (Brian Binzer) died at his home in L.A. on Monday (6/25) at the age of 49. The cause of death was determined to be an accidental drug overdose. Crazy Town is best known for their ’99 ballad single “Butterfly,” which went to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The band’s debut album,…

Delain’s 2025 North American Tour

Delain’s 2025 North American Tour

Delain will embark on a North American headlining tour with Xandria early next year. While Delain is going to play fan favorites, they will also be promoting their latest album “Dark Waters” (pictured). Xandria are touring in support of their latest set, “The Wonders Still Awaiting.” “After such a warm welcome and meeting so many amazing…

Ghost’s “Rite Here Rite Now” Is A Box Office Hit

Ghost’s “Rite Here Rite Now” Is A Box Office Hit

Ghost’s’ “Rite Here Rite Now,” screened from June 20th through 23rd, is the highest-grossing Hard Rock cinema event ever in North America. “Having wanted to make a movie for most of my life, I was overwhelmed to see the interest our fans showed in the film before it was even released,” said Ghost frontman Tobias Forge….

Foo Fighters London Show Has A Swift Error

Foo Fighters London Show Has A Swift Error

“Never criticize or make a joke at Taylor Swift’s expense,” should be a showbiz axiom. Violate that rule and you will suffer mightily. Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl (pictured above) found that out over the weekend in London where both the Foos and Swift were performing. Swift is currently on her hugely successful “Eras Tour.”…

Wrongful Death Lawsuit Dogs KISS

Wrongful Death Lawsuit Dogs KISS

The family of KISS guitar tech Fran Stueber, who contracted COVID and died during the band’s “End Of The Road World Tour,” won a round in their wrongful death lawsuit against KISS members – guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley, bassist Gene Simmons and KISS’s longtime manager Doc McGee. Tour promoter Live Nation and hotel chain Marriott (where Stueber…

“Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple” Doc Is On HBO

“Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple” Doc Is On HBO

“Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple,” a documentary about the E Street Band guitarist and ‘The Sopranos” actor, is on HBO. The film premiered at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City. The documentary includes testimonials from Paul McCartney, Eddie Vedder, Bill Wyman, Bono, Darlene Love, Joan Jett, Peter Gabriel, and, you guessed it, Bruce Springsteen….

Rosa Laricchiuta Makes Her Debut With Vixen

Rosa Laricchiuta Makes Her Debut With Vixen

Rosa Laricchiuta made her debut with Vixen on Friday (6/21) at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. She was recruited following the recent departure of Lorraine Lewis. “The band has taken a different direction,” Lewis stated last month, concluding a five-year run with Vixen. A day later, the band announced it had found a replacement lead…