Rob Halford told Houston Chronicle he’ll play a pop tune on his deathbed. The singer remarked, “What’s remarkable about people like Gaga or Taylor Swift is their longevity.” These are pop artists. Is that the proper term? No idea. Pop, as far as I can remember, has been practically unnecessary because there’s so much of … Read more
Mike Portnoy posted on Instagram about his first Dream Theater gig in London in 14 years. “I am overwhelmed with thoughts and emotions, unsure where to start…Seeing numerous messages from fans who attended last night, I’ll let their photographs and words speak for themselves, the drummer stated with a photo. “I’ll just sum it up … Read more
Oasis’ Liam Gallagher has been criticized for not having supporting bands on their tour. He responded to backlash with one social media post. “To all the folk who are crying about us not supporting young bands, there’s LEVELS to this game and I’m afraid 99 percent of ya are way off,” he wrote on X. … Read more
Alex Van Halen released the whole six-minute version of ‘Unfinished,’ his farewell song with his late brother Eddie. The instrumental track features Eddie’s 4:35 guitar solo. The song appears in Alex’s new memoir Brothers’ audiobook. The drummer narrates the audiobook. Alex told Billboard he wants to release more Eddie Van Halen material carefully. I’m not … Read more
Korn guitarist Brian Head Welch expressed gratitude to the writers of ‘South Park’ in an Instagram post, reflecting on his experience. “I will always remember recording our lines for KoRn’s ‘South Park’ episode ‘Groovy Pirate Ghost Mystery’ at a secluded studio while touring in the US in 1999,” he stated in the post’s caption. “Witnessing … Read more
Liam Gallagher of Oasis has responded to the unexpected demise of former One Direction member Liam Payne. “Life is invaluable, children, and you experience it only once; proceed with caution,” Gallagher conveyed on X. Upon being inquired by a fan about the news, the rocker said, “I have; it is very tragic.” He expressed, “Very … Read more
The All Within My Hands Foundation, established by Metallica, donated $100,000 to provide disaster relief for victims of Hurricane Milton. The band said on Instagram, “Following Hurricane Milton, our All Within My Hands Foundation is contributing $50,000 to both Feeding America and ITDRC to aid in their recovery efforts.” They stated, “Merely days following Hurricane … Read more
The most recent episode of Steve-O’s Wild Ride podcast showcased KISS lead vocalist Paul Stanley. In the conversation, the veteran rocker contemplated the conclusion of KISS’s touring period while also addressing the band’s future plans, especially their much awaited avatar performance. Host Steve-O inquired of Stanley his sentiments regarding KISS’s assertion that their performance concluding … Read more
Initially, one may perceive little similarities between Elvis and Green Day. Upon closer examination, two of these musical groups’ most significant singles share a common thread of inspiration. Despite the decades separating each track’s release, their interconnection demonstrates that music—and, more broadly, the human experience—remains largely consistent. When transcending the minutiae and delving into the … Read more
Veteran Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Rickey Medlocke has released a provocative new track titled “Rise Again” with his solo ensemble. The song is a country-infused rock anthem that serves as the sequel to the Rickey Medlocke Band’s track “Never Run Out of Road,” released in early 2024. The ensemble comprises Lynyrd Skynyrd pianist Peter Keys, Mark … Read more