Slayer guitarist Kerry King has finally released his debut solo album, From Hell I Rise, through Reigning Phoenix Music. The project’s brand-new video, Toxic, can be seen below. Similar to King‘s acclaimed Residue video (which can be seen here), which was released last month, Toxic was shot at a downtown Phoenix studio and features a fiery, high energy, heavy assault of performance from King‘s new band: Mark […]

The Rock For Ronnie Year of the Dragon Concert Celebration, an afternoon of rock music and fun for the entire family, will take place on May 19th, 11AM to 6PM, at the Lou Bredlow Pavilion at Warner Center Park in Woodland Hills, CA. Headlining the Rock For Ronnie event will be heavy metal veterans Quiet […]

Greg Prato for Ultimate Guitar spoke with former Megadeth bassist Dave Ellefson, where the bassist discussed the early days of thrash metal. Ultimate Guitar: You were a part of the scene when thrash metal was being defined. What did you think of the other bands like Slayer and Metallica, and what impressed you about them? […]

Sebastian Bach has today (May 18th) released a new video for Freedom, the latest track from his just-released and much-anticipated Child Within The Man (Reigning Phoenix Music) album—his first solo effort in 10 years. The new single by singer, songwriter, author, Broadway star, and actor features lyrics by Sebastian Bach, music by him and John 5 (who […]

Mike Tramp’s White Lion, the band fronted by former White Lion singer Mike Tramp, will embark on a U.S. tour this summer. So far the following shows have been announced: Aug. 23 – [to be announced] – Las Vegas, NVAug. 24 – Club 44 – Glendale, AZAug. 29 – Arcada Theater – St. Charles, ILAug. 30 – Epic […]

GRAMMY® Award Winning musician, producer, author as well as founding member of hard rock bands Creed, Alter Bridge, and Tremonti, Mark Tremonti is announcing his next batch of solo headline dates in support of his recent releases Tremonti Sings Sinatra and Christmas Classics New & Old. Mark will be joined by members of Frank Sinatra’s touring band who have become the […]

Mötley Crüe guitarist Mick Mars was a recent guest on Kalamazoo’s WRKR‘s, The Rocker Morning Show. Snippets of what was discussed appear below as transcribed by blabbermouth.net. When asked about the variety of sounds, and musical styles, covered on his debut solo album, The Other Side Of Mars. He said , “I think that me being on my own really […]

During a new appearance on the Rockonteurs With Gary Kemp And Guy Pratt podcast, frontman Joe Elliott once again dismissed suggestions that Def Leppard is a heavy metal band. He said (as transcribed by blabbermouth.net), “I have an issue with the term ‘heavy metal’ because everybody outside of rock always thinks if you’re a heavy metal band, it’s like bad news… You […]

Sebastian Bach has a lot to celebrate today. It’s the release day for his much-anticipated Child Within The Man (Reigning Phoenix Music) album—his first solo effort in 10 years—and tonight he’ll launch the U.S. leg of his What Do I Got To Lose? Tour. The singer, songwriter, author, Broadway star, and actor has also released a new […]

Coming off two acclaimed studio albums (Black Dawn, Tightrope),and an energized historic live album, Birth Of Cactus, founding member and world-renowned drummer Carmine Appice returns with the ultimate tribute to his legendary rock band. Temple of Blues – Influences And Friends merges the members of Cactus with a super ensemble of guest artists, all of whom have called the group among their biggest […]

The Dead Daisies have released Light ‘Em Up, the first single and title track of their upcoming album. The full-length disc will follow on September 6th through Germany’s SPV and Japan’s Ward Records. The Dead Daisies frontman John Corabi said, “Hey, gang. We are releasing our first single Light ‘Em Up, from our new record, aptly titled Light ‘Em Up, as well. It’s a kick-ass, […]

Mr. Big will release its tenth studio album, Ten, on July 12th. The LP features 11 new original tracks written by singer Eric Martin and guitarist Paul Gilbert, along with André Pessis and Tony Fanucchi. In a tribute to their late drummer Pat Torpey, Martin, Gilbert and bassist Billy Sheehan have enlisted the exceptional talents of Nick D’Virgilio on drums for Ten, which was produced by Jay Ruston and Mr. Big. As a […]

Heavy metal fans, prepare for the most electrifying tour of the year! Heavy metal frontrunners KK’S Priest – featuring Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award winning/nominated musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (vocals) – and Teutonic metal originators Accept will join forces this fall 2024 for an unmissable North American tour, Both bands […]

Black Country Communion, the renowned rock supergroup featuring the talents of Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa, Jason Bonham, and Derek Sherinian, has just released Enlighten the latest single from their much-anticipated fifth studio album, V, set for release on June 14th. Now available on all major streaming platforms, Enlighten is a triumph of lyrical depth and […]

The Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce honored rocker Sammy Hagar with the 2,779th star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame earlier on April 30th at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard. Hagar received his star in the category of Recording. Speakers included emcee Guy Fieri, who was joined by John Mayer and Tom Consolo, Hagar‘s longtime manager. Video of the ceremony can be found below. The Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce […]

Fresh from a 95-date world tour and album release with The Winery Dogs in 2023, Richie Kotzen returns with a brand new single and lyric video called Cheap Shots released today (May 1st). A gloriously powerful slice of guitar-driven and hard-riffin’ heavy rock, with Kotzen’s passionate vocals calling out haters and people who take advantage of others, […]

This fall, the Klash Of The Titans makes its triumphant return to North America. Fans will enjoy an epic night of metal with thrash royalty Testament and Kreator co-headlining the run. The 33-date trek will kick off on September 12th in Reno making its way across the U.S. and will include seven Canadian dates before concluding in San Francisco on October […]

Deep Purple has shared the official music video for the band’s new single, Portable Door. The track is taken from the British hard rock legends’ upcoming album, =1, due on July 19th through earMUSIC. The song marks Deep Purple‘s first material with new guitarist Simon McBride, who stepped in two years ago following Steve Morse‘s departure. McBride said, “The new album will reflect […]

Mammoth WVH frontman Wolfgang Van Halen joined Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators on stage last night (April 29th) at Zenith in Paris, France to perform a cover of the AC/DC classic Highway To Hell. Fan-filmed video of his appearance can be seen below. Paris was the final night of Mammoth WVH‘s month-long European tour as the support act for Slash Featuring Myles […]

Mötley Crüe has released the official music video for their new single, Dogs Of War. The track was made available via the band’s new deal with Nashville’s Big Machine Records. “It’s always great getting back in the studio with the guys in the band,” bassist Nikki Sixx says. “We know you’re gonna like this one.” Bob Rock, who produced the new single, […]