Heavy Metal
Mastodon Unleash New Song “Forged by Neron” from Dark Nights: Death Metal Soundtrack: Stream
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-12T13:11:12+00:00“>May 12, 2021 | 9:11am ET Surprise! Mastodon have unveiled the brand new song “Forged by Neron” as the leadoff track from the upcoming Dark Nights: Death Metal Soundtrack. The multi-artist album accompanies a new run of variant issues of the popular DC Comics’ series. Mastodon are expected to release their highly anticipated follow-up to 2017’s Emperor of Sand this year, but in the meantime, they’ve offered up the “Forged by Neron”, specifically written for the Dark Nights: Death Metal soundtrack. Neron is a demon from hell who appears throughout the comic-book series. “We are super excited and honored to be part of the Dark Nights: Death Metal Soundtrack! ,” sa...
2022 Monsters of Rock Cruise to Feature Alice Cooper, Queensrÿche, Skid Row, and Many More
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-11T14:33:14+00:00“>May 11, 2021 | 10:33am ET The Monsters of Rock Cruise will return in 2022 with a lineup headlined by Alice Cooper and featuring a who’s who of ’80s hair-metal bands. The rockin’ boat trip sets sail February 9th from Miami, hitting the Bahamas and Haiti before returning on February 14th. The cruise also serves as a trip back in time, as ’80s stalwarts like Queensrÿche, Skid Row, Cinderella’s Tom Keifer, L.A. Guns, Kix, Winger, Michael Monroe, Great White, Loudness, Vixen, and more will all be aboard. ’90s rockers Lit are also on the bill for the Monsters of Rock Cruise, which will be hosted by former That Metal Show stars Eddie Trunk, Don Jamieson, and Jim Flore...
Megadeth: “There Are Clearly Aspects of David Ellefson’s Life That He Has Kept to Himself”
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-11T03:52:14+00:00“>May 10, 2021 | 11:52pm ET Megadeth have issued a statement regarding a story in which bassist David Ellefson admitted to “embarrassing” online interactions with a young woman while denying allegations that he groomed her. To quickly recap, the 56-year-old Ellefson released his own statement on Instagram early Monday addressing a leaked video that showed the bassist engaged in a sexually explicit online encounter with a young woman. The veteran metal musician, who has been married for 27 years, admitted to the “private, adult interactions” while also sharing a statement from the woman herself, who revealed that she was not underage. She added, “It was all consen...
Iron Maiden Announce New Hellcat India Pale Lager Craft Beer
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-10T16:34:25+00:00“>May 10, 2021 | 12:34pm ET Iron Maiden have added to their family of craft beer with the new Hellcat India Pale Lager, arriving this fall. The 6% ABV beer is a new collaboration with BrewDog, which states that the lager is where “hops and malts collide.” Sporting a hazy gold appearance and a citrus-forward flavor with a malty backbone, the beer touts a complex taste and a strong potency — just like the music of Iron Maiden. “I’ve been looking for the perfect partner with whom to bring a fresh, exciting beer to the US,” said Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson. “I’ve long been an admirer of BrewDog, not just because of their beers, but also of their attitude and s...
Metallica’s James Hetfield: “I’m a Little Skeptical of Getting the Vaccine”
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-07T20:23:27+00:00“>May 7, 2021 | 4:23pm ET As the concert industry begins to open up again, Metallica frontman James Hetfield admits he’s “a little skeptical” about getting a COVID vaccine. It turns out that the metal legend didn’t even receive any vaccinations as a kid, due to religious reasons. In a recent interview with the Fierce Life podcast (transcribed by Blabbermouth), which focuses on hunting and firearms, Hetfield was asked if Metallica plan on doing some touring this year. He answered, “I have no clue. It’s not up to me. It really is up to the safety of everyone — not just the fans, but the crew and us. I’m not sure what that means in the future as far as vaccines. I’m...
The Original Misfits Replace My Chemical Romance at the 2021 Aftershock Festival
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-07T21:20:11+00:00“>May 7, 2021 | 5:20pm ET The 2021 Aftershock Festival lost one of its big headliners when My Chemical Romance decided to put off any touring until 2022, but the Sacramento, California, event has rebounded with a killer replacement: the Original Misfits. That’s right, Glenn Danzig and company will top the Saturday (October 9th) lineup, with Metallica headlining the Friday (October 8th) and Sunday (October 10th) bills. After last year’s edition of Aftershock was postponed due to the pandemic, promoter Danny Wimmer Presents announced that scheduled 2020 headliners Metallica and My Chemical Romance had committed to the 2021 event. The festival also added a fourth ni...
GWAR to Release Signature Ragnarök Rye Whiskey Provided They Don’t Drink It All Themselves
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-05T16:21:22+00:00“>May 5, 2021 | 12:21pm ET GWAR are set to release their new signature whiskey, Ragnarök Rye. A batch of 200 cases will be available on May 28th via Catoctin Creek Distilling Company. As the story goes, the distillers partnered with the interplanetary barbarians back in February, when Ragnarök Rye was supposed to come out. But the band, notorious for their alcoholic intake, apparently drank all of its own whiskey. “We knew working on this whisky with the legendary shock rock band GWAR would be troublesome, but we didn’t realize it would be this troublesome,” said Catoctin Creek founder and general manager Scott Harris in a press release. “Usually, we have the pro...
Willow Smith Reunites and Fronts Mom Jada Pinkett Smith’s Metal Band Wicked Wisdom for Mother’s Day Surprise: Watch
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-05-05T21:20:08+00:00“>May 5, 2021 | 5:20pm ET Willow Smith pulled off one helluva surprise for her mom, Jada Pinkett Smith, on the Mother’s Day edition of the family’s popular Facebook series Red Table Talk. The talented daughter of Will and Jada not only reunited her mom’s old metal band, Wicked Wisdom, she fronted them for a performance of their song “Bleed All Over Me”, much to Jada’s delight. Jada formed Wicked Wisdom in 2002, and recorded two albums with the band — 2004’s My Story and a 2006 self-titled effort. Among the band’s highlights were opening for Britney Spears on tour and playing the traveling 2005 Ozzfest. While the band never officially broke up, they haven’t been a...
Judas Priest’s Rob Halford: “People Will Still Be Banging Their Heads to Painkiller 500 Years From Now”
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