RIOT TO RECORD NEW MUSIC, THEIR FIRST SINCE THE PASSING OF GUITARIST MARK REALE

Riot have confirmed they’re gearing up to release their first album since the death of founding guitarist Mark Reale. But, they may change their name in recognition of the fact that he was the last original member of the band. Reale passed away in 2012, aged 56, after a lifelong battle with Crohn’s Disease. He […]

HAS A NEW GUNS N’ ROSES SONG LEAKED ONLINE?

What might be a brand new Guns N’ Roses song has leaked online, and according to MetalSucks, guitarist Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal has actually confirmed that the song is legitimate – although that verification has subsequently been deleted. The song, titled Going Down, features lead vocals from bassist Tommy Stinson, with Axl Rose on backing duties. […]

SCORPION CHILD ANNOUNCE HEADLINING FALL TOUR STARTING IN SEPTEMBER

Fresh off the just-completed Rockstar Mayhem festival circuit which took them to 17 different U.S. states & Canada, Austin rockers Scorpion Child are set to heat up the last days of summer with a headlining tour this September/October with direct support from labelmates Kadavar from Germany plus Gypsyhawk from Los Angeles, Wilson from Detroit (select […]