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Haris Ansari
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Dave Grohl: I would not be a musician if it weren’t for The Beatles

A new Beatles compilation ‘Tomorrow Never Knows’ was released today (July 24) exclusively on iTunes, and Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has written a letter in the digital liner notes of ‘Tomorrow Never Knows’ describing the impact the group’s music had on him. The 14 song collection includes what is described as the band’s ‘most powerful […]

Judas Priest to release ‘Screaming for Vengeance’

Judas Priest’s 1982 album ‘Screaming for Vengeance’ will see a special 30th anniversary edition released on Sept. 4. The band’s eighth album has been their biggest commercial success and was their first record to go double-platinum. It included the hit singles ‘You’ve Got Another Thing Coming” and “Electric Eye.’ The 2012 version of ‘Screaming for […]

Mark Lanegan to do vocals on new Mad Season album

After recent word that a new album of previously unreleased Mad Season material is in the works, the band’s drummer Barrett Martin has revealed that singer Mark Lanegan (Screaming Trees, Queens of the Stone Age) will be contributing vocals to the effort. The band’s original vocalist, Layne Staley (Alice in Chains), died in 2002. Mad […]

Jonathan Davis talks about Korn’s upcoming album as well as his solo project

Korn front-man, Jonathan Davis, has revealed that the band is getting ready to commence writing material for new record, and has also spoke about his electronic solo project, J Devil. In a recent interview, the band’s lead vocalist revealed: “We’re getting ready to start writing a new record. Our motto is to keep ever-evolving. I’m […]

Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich explains Deep Purple’s presence in his life

Since the passing of Deep Purple legendary keyboardist, Jon Lord, on July 16, several iconic rock musicians along with fans have been paying their respects to the keyboardist. However, Metallica drummer and percussionist, Lars Ulrich, is the first metal giants to write an in-depth tribute to Lord. In his thorough narrative, the drummer explained about […]

I’m not a huge fan of Lady Gaga, says Marilyn Manson

Marilyn Manson, an American musician, has revealed that he is not a huge fan of Lady Gaga music despite once appearing on the Chew Fu Ghettohouse Fix remix of her ‘Lovegame’ single back in 2009. “I like the general idea of what she’s about. I have a hard time liking her music. It’s not my […]

Deep Purple keyboardist Jon Lord passes away at 71

Jon Lord, the legendary Deep Purple keyboardist, has passed away at the age of 71 in London on Monday, July 16. The renowned musician had been undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer since August 2011. The English composer, pianist and Hammond organ player was known for his pioneering work in blending rock and classical music, especially […]

Allen Blickle: Baroness wanted to do something more expansive with ‘Yellow and Green’

In a recent interview, Baroness Drummer and percussionist, Allen Blickle, has revealed about why the band decided to come up with a double-disc set for their third studio album, Yellow and Green. When asked why the band decided to release a double album, the drummer revealed: “Trying to do an album after ‘Red Album’ and […]

Baroness’ Allen Blickle unveils about the new album

Baroness founding member and drummer, Allen Blickle, has revealed in an interview that the new album, Yellow and Green, would be getting shipped out to distributors. The band’s latest record will hit the stores on July 17. The progressive metal band, which was formed in 2003, has thus far released two full length studio albums, […]

Drowning Pool unveil Jasen Moreno as their new vocalist

Drowning Pool, an American rock band, have unveiled Jasen Moreno as the replacement of Ryan McCombs as the band’s vocalist. Morena made his debut with the band at a gig in Ardmore on July 8. C.J. Pierce, the band’s guitarist, recently revealed in an interview that they are working on a new studio album, which […]

Kiss is one of my favourites bands, says Sebastian Bach

Sebastian Bach, the former Skid Row front-man, has revealed that Kiss has remained one of his favourite heavy metal bands in the history. The 44-year-old singer, who remained the lead vocalist of Skid Row from 1987 to 1996, expressed his admiration for Gene Simmons, and asserted that he is one of the best performer in […]

Alien Ant Farm hit the studios to record new album

Alien Ant Farm, an American alternative rock band, has reportedly entered the studio to record a new album, which should hit the stores in 2013. The band released their last studio album, Up in the Attic, way back in 2006. The American band has chose Groovemaster Studios in Chicago, and will be working with Johnny […]

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