Metal playlists from the underground
Last night the mighty Volbeat graced Long Islanders with their presence at The Paramount in Huntington, NY. Supporting the Danish metal giants were Hellyeah and Iced Earth. Here are some scattered thoughts along with grainy iPhone photos: –Volbeat was fantastic. They currently have the most interesting and unique sound in hard rock and heavy metal. […]
One thing that Axl Rose has proven through the years is that he can take a stage fall like a real champ. The Guns N’ Roses frontman has more slips, trips, and falls on his resume than any of the all-time greats. Not only does he never fail to offer high quality wipeouts, but he […]
It is time to listen to another new Whitechapel song from their forthcoming self-titled album. This one is called “I, Dementia” and it is very groove heavy, oh yes. This is a punishing track of monstrous proportions. You can listen to “I, Dementia” here. The self-titled album hits the stores on June 19. Also, check […]
Last week, Ugly Kid Joe released the music video for their newest single “Devil’s Paradise.” Today, you can listen to their entire comeback EP Stairway to Hell in full right here. The album is streaming below courtesy of tunecore. This is the band’s first release since 1996’s Motel California.
According to a new poll from the UK, Iron Maiden’s The Number of the Beast is the best British album in the last 60 years. That means Maiden is better than The Beatles (Sgt. Pepper), Pink Floyd (Dark Side of the Moon), Queen (A Night at the Opera), and Led Zeppelin (IV). Over 50,000 people […]
Slash is currently on his way to perform with Ozzy and Friends for 3 shows. That means the legendary hard rock guitarist will likely perform alongside Zakk Wylde and Gus G. Also possibly performing with Ozzy Osbourne is Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler. Slash is on the bill for the following upcoming Ozzy & Friends […]
Tesla is doing something unique for their concert goers and serving up live CDs of the show immediately after the band’s set. The DiscLive Network will press the discs at the venue making them available for you at the actual show, or they will send it to your home. These CD sets are limited and […]
Alfred Music has published a new drum lesson book called Essential Drum Lessons with the Greats and it features lessons with Mike Portnoy (Adrenaline Mob/Ex-Dream Theater), Neil Peart (Rush), Tim Alexander (Ex-Primus), and more. The book comes with 2 CDs with over 2 hours of audio recorded by the drummers. Check out the video for more info: […]
This weekend is one of the largest hard rock and heavy metal festivals in the world, Rocklahoma. Three days, four stages, and dozens of bands will rock Pryor, Oklahoma. We will post the best video performances right here as they come rolling in. Slash featuring Myles Kennedy at Rocklahoma “Paradise City” (thanks to @mwadler00) Rob […]
Check out these two great videos of Slash and Myles Kennedy performing on acoustic guitars at the SiriusXM headquarters in New York City. “Sweet Child O Mine” (excellent version, one of the best ever) “Not For Me” These performances will be available on the Octane channel and will also feature an interview conducted by the […]