Mike Shinoda claimed in a new official podcast episode that Brad Delson was ‘hesitant’ to rejoin Linkin Park. Shinoda said Armstrong and Brittain supplied enthusiasm, but Delson may wreck the band’s chemistry. We didn’t want to burden Emily or Colin, but Brad was apprehensive. His resistance was slight. We understood all the baggage was hard, … Read more
Max Cavalera of Sepultura spoke about Korn’s 30th anniversary on the ‘Talk Toomey’ podcast. The musician remembers discovering the band. “Yes, very nostalgic. My late stepson Dana—Gloria’s son, who was slain in 1996—came home. Dana brought both records home along with Korn’s one-song promo and Deftones’ “Adrenaline.” I heard them both. I have no notion … Read more
Alicia Taylor describes the new Corey Taylor mask. Slipknot unveiled nostalgic looks for their 25th anniversary tour in April, but the frontman has already changed his mask. His ’99-inspired mask now has red LEDs around his eyes. Alicia posted a snapshot of the new look on X during Knotfest Brasil with the comment “five nights … Read more
Serj Tankian addressed fears that SOAD will continue with a new singer. Guitar World asked the rocker if there have been discussions about a new leader. I doubt System could exist without us. I never wanted to be in that band with others because we do something unique. Occasionally, a sub may be substituted for … Read more
Redditors’ comments concerning Corey Taylor’s relationship with his daughters on X were addressed by Alicia Dove. One message stated, “He did have a daughter with his ex, Stephanie,” in reference to Taylor’s claimed estrangement from his oldest and youngest daughters. She was born shortly before he and her split, but I wouldn’t rule out Corey’s … Read more
They’ll play the UK and Ireland next year! Limp Bizkit scheduled five March 2025 giant arena performances in Glasgow, Dublin, Birmingham, Manchester, and London. Like their North American tour this year, Bones, Ecca Vandal, N8NOFACE, Karen Dió, and Riff Raff will support them. Friday, October 25, at 9 a.m. BST, tickets will go on sale. … Read more
Jaime Bennington raises additional questions concerning his father’s death. After his father’s death, Jaime lost relations with his family and held contentious beliefs concerning Chester’s death. Jaime called his grandma ‘Susan’ in an interview and stated he doesn’t use family titles because they’re undeserved. Like his father, he was abused by his stepfather, Jeremy, and … Read more
Conquest Music said that 66-year-old former Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno died at his Salisbury home. Iron Maiden tweeted, “We are all deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Paul Di’Anno earlier today.” “Paul’s contribution to Iron Maiden was immense and helped set us on our path for almost five decades.” They said, “His … Read more
Bruce Kulick spoke to VRP Rocks on KISS’s ‘worst’ and darker record, ‘Carnival of Souls.’ Kulick said fans could have praised the album more. The band was confused, ‘Well, let’s make a darker and meaner KISS album.’ Paul became disillusioned with that stuff, but when he needed a riff, he wrote ‘Master & Slave,’ the … Read more
Ozzy Osbourne told The News why he won’t perform again. I went to the doctor, and you believe everyone knows what they’re doing. My son Jack has a video of me saying, ‘I’ll see you in a few minutes,’ before surgery. After his 2019 fall-related spine surgery, the singer revealed, “I haven’t walked properly since.” … Read more