GUITARIST GUS G. JOINS KING DIAMOND’S BAND
King Diamond is thrilled to announce the addition of guitar virtuoso Gus G. (Firewind, ex-Ozzy Osbourne) to the band’s lineup. Gus G. joins as guitarist and will compose, record, and tour with King Diamond going forward, marking an exciting new chapter in the band’s storied history. The band extends their deepest gratitude and utmost respect […]
WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ONE SHOW, DAVID LEE ROTH CANCELS THE REST OF HIS TOUR DATES, SAMMY HAGAR INVITES HIM TO PERFORM AT HIS LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY IN SEPTEMBER
With the exception of one date, David Lee Roth has reportedly canceled his remaining tour dates. According to Roth‘s official web site, only his August 7th appearance in Sturgis, South Dakota remains on the schedule, while stops in Dillon, Colorado; Clear Lake, Iowa; Louisville, Kentucky; and East Moline, Illinois, have been removed. No reason was given for […]
MÖTLEY CRÜE DRUMMER TOMMY LEE DISCUSSES HIS BATTLE WITH ADDICTION, RECOUNTS SHOOTING UP JACK DANIELS ONCE
As per Page Six, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee recalled the lowest point in his drug addiction during the height of the band’s success. “There was a point where, I was with my bass player [Nikki Sixx], and we were just doing a s—t load of heroin and we ran out,” he recalled on Dax Shepard’s “Armchair Expert” podcast Wednesday. […]
SHARON OSBOURNE AND TONY IOMMI REMEMBER OZZY ON THE ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF HIS PASSING
It’s hard to fathom, that it has been a year since iconic frontman, Ozzy Osbourne, has passed away. His former Black Sabbath bandmate, Tony Iommi, honored the singer by writing on his Instagram: “Hi everyone. Well, it’s now a year since Ozzy’s passing and I still can’t believe that he’s not with us. I watch […]
JUDAS PRIEST’S “SAD WINGS OF DESTINY” 50TH ANNIVERSARY ARCHIVAL EDITION WILL BE AVAILABLE DURING THE BAND’S “FAITHKEEPERS” SUMMER 2026 TOUR
As previously reported, in celebration of its 50th anniversary, Exciter Records will be releasing special editions of Judas Priest‘s Sad Wings Of Destiny album. Sale of this archival edition will make its debut in CD format exclusively at merchandise stands during band’s Faithkeepers summer 2026 European tour. Created to celebrate one of heavy metal’s most influential and enduring […]
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: IN LIGHT OF IRON MAIDEN SELLING OFF HALF OF THEIR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, ALONG WITH THEIR MASCOT EDDIE’S IMAGE, HOW DO FEEL ABOUT BANDS THAT SELL OFF THEIR (ENTIRE) CATALOGS TO AN OUTSIDE SOURCE?
I am personally torn about this issue. If a musician, or band, is struggling financially, and has unexpected expenses, such as health issues, then I could understand the need to sell. However, if a band, or musician, is still successful and making money without financial struggles, I am less inclined to look favorably upon it. […]