The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony went off without a hitch last Saturday in Cleveland…and without Guns N’ Roses singer Axl Rose (quipped comedian Chris Rock during the show: “A lot of people are disappointed that Axl Rose isn't here. But let's face it, even if he was going to be here, he still wouldn't be here yet”). Gunners Slash, Duff McKagan and Steven ... [read more]
RIP Jim Marshall
The world lost one of its true rock and roll pioneers today, when guitar amp innovator Jim Marshall died. Marshall, 88, passed away from complications due to cancer. Anyone who has been to a couple of rock shows has seen a big stack of Marshall amps. In the movie "This Is Spinal Tap", character Nigel Tufnel famously proclaimed that his Marshalls could "go to 11". Tributes ... [read more]
Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi diagnosed with early stage cancer
This morning, Black Sabbath made the following announcement on the band's Facebook fanpage. "With the news that Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma, his bandmates would like everyone to send positive vibes to the guitarist at this time. Iommi is currently working with his doctors to establish the best treatment plan--the “IRON MAN” ... [read more]
Black Sabbath Reunites! 11-11-11
BLACK SABBATH REUNITES TO RECORD FIRST NEW STUDIO ALBUM IN 33 YEARS AND LAUNCH MASSIVE WORLD TOUR IN 2012 OZZY OSBOURNE, TONY IOMMI, GEEZER BUTLER AND BILL WARD UNVEIL PLANS ON 11/11/11 AT A LOS ANGELES PRESS CONFERENCE AT THE WHISKY A GO-GO, WHERE THE BAND PERFORMED THEIR FIRST LOS ANGELES DATE EXACTLY 41 YEARS AGO After much speculation, the original four members of BLACK ... [read more]
DORO PESCH ANNOUNCES TWO U.S. DVD RELEASE SHOWS THIS FALL
In 2008, legendary metal queen, DORO PESCH, celebrated her 25th anniversary concert at the ISS Dome in her hometown of Dusseldorf, Germany. With over 8,500 people in attendance, the magical, full-documented performance included guest appearances by Overkill's Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth, Grave Digger's Chris Boltendahl, former Nightwish singer Tarja Turunen, Scorpions' Klaus Meine ... [read more]
Def Leppard Post Tribute to Joe Elliott’s Late Father: A tribute to Joe Elliott Sr.
As most of you are probably aware of by now, sadly Joe Elliott's father, Joe Elliott Sr., passed away last week. Here is a touching tribute to him by Malvin Mortimer (Def Leppard's tour manager) on Leppard's website. You can read the entire letter here: A tribute to Joe Elliott Sr. - by Malvin Mortimer (friend & tour manager) "At the age of 18 Joe had an opportunity to ... [read more]
STRYPER GET BACK TO THEIR ROOTS ON COVERS-HEAVY SET, ‘THE COVERING’
Christian rockers Stryper are offering fans a headbanging view of who their influences were early on, with the arrival of an almost entire album's worth of covers, 'The Covering.' Set for release on February 15th via Big3 Records, the album includes twelve rocking covers, as well as an all-new original tune, "God." And most significantly, the album marks the return of original ... [read more]
2011 LYNCH MOB tour w George Lynch from Dokken
Grammy nominated guitarist George Lynch reunites with LYNCH MOB for a new 2011 US tour. Ever since 1980 after joining the multi-platinum band DOKKEN to traveling the world over, George never stops rocking. He has over 25+ albums under his belt and can promise this show will not disappoint. Joined on this Lynch Mob tour is original singer Oni Logan and includes bass player ... [read more]
ShipRocked 2011 Presale Begins Monday, Dec-20!
PRE-BOOK YOUR CABIN BEFORE DECEMBER 31st FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A SHIPROCKED MERCHANDISE PRIZE PACK AND $250 ONBOARD CREDIT! It's been said by everyone from Ozzy to Godsmack and more recently Cage The Elephant... There ain't no rest for the wicked. That couldn't be more true for the crew at ShipRocked. A mere 30-days off the boat and we just can't wait any longer to throw up our ... [read more]