Five Finger Death Punch has released “AfterLife,” the title track from its forthcoming new studio album. The record, the band's ninth, once again was produced by longtime collaborator Kevin Churko (Ozzy Osbourne, Papa Roach, Skillet). “AfterLife” is now available to stream and download across platforms here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXImSx4kgeo The track’s release coincides with the band’s announcement of its upcoming 2022 North... Continue Reading →
Lamb of God, Megadeth team up for new version of ‘Wake Up Dead’
Lamb of God joined forces with Dave Mustaine and the current members of Megadeth for a new version of "Wake Up Dead," the lead single from Megadeth's multiplatinum 1986 album "Peace Sells ... But Who's Buying?" Lamb of God vocalist D. Randall Blythe, guitarists Mark Morton and Willie Adler, bassist John Campbell and drummer Art Cruz recorded the song remotely and recruited the Megadeth frontman himself to feature guitar and... Continue Reading →
The L.I.F.E. Project, featuring Stone Sour’s Josh Rand, to release Big 4 covers EP
The L.I.F.E. Project, the musical meeting of minds between Stone Sour guitarist Josh Rand and Paralandra vocalist/guitarist Casandra Carson, will release a new four-track EP, titled "Big F.O.U.R.," on March 18, 2022, via Bloodblast. The collection features covers of songs by Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax. The duo's take on Anthrax's "Caught in a Mosh" is available now to coincide with the EP's... Continue Reading →
Megadeth, Lamb of God announce ‘Metal Tour of the Year’ 2022 leg
Following the success of their 2021 co-headline U.S. tour, Megadeth and Lamb of God have announced the 2022 run of the "Metal Tour of the Year," with special guests Trivium and In Flames. Tickets for the tour, produced by Live Nation, will go on general sale at 10 a.m. local time on Friday, Jan. 14, at MetalTourOfTheYear.com. The... Continue Reading →
Welcome to Rockville announces 2022 lineup
Following its record-breaking 2021 event that featured 161,000 fans in attendance and an at-home livestream audience of 1.2 million, promoter Danny Wimmer Presents has announced the lineup for the 2022 addition of the Welcome to Rockville festival. Set for the weekend of May 19 to 22 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, the... Continue Reading →
John 5 to release new solo album ‘Sinner’ on Oct. 29
Guitarist John 5 will release his new album "Sinner" on Oct. 29, 2021, via Big Machine Records. Pre-orders are available here. A first taste of the album is available now "Que Pasa" featuring Megadeth's Dave Mustaine. Watch the official music video below, and find the track on streaming platforms here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgShnys4008 "When people hear this record, I... Continue Reading →
The Lucid, featuring former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson, releases first song, debut album set for Oct. 15
Vocalist Vinnie Dombroski (Sponge), guitarist Drew Fortier, bassist David Ellefson (Megadeth) and drummer Mike Heller (Fear Factory, Raven) have come together as The Lucid and have released "Maggot Wind," the first single from their self-titled debut album (Oct. 15, 2021, SpoilerHead Records). Pre-order the album here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9GGqHgwwP8 The album was produced by Mike Heller and mixed/mastered by Lasse Lammert. Track listing: Maggot WindDeaths... Continue Reading →
2021 FESTIVAL SPOTLIGHT: To Us Below
More and more, festivals are becoming the driving force for touring rock and metal bands. While obviously there were none in 2020, festivals are returning in force in 2021, mostly in late summer and early fall. Headliners and co-headliners include such heavy hitters as Metallica, Nine Inch Nails, Slipknot, Rob Zombie, the original Misfits, Korn,... Continue Reading →
Bassist James LoMenzo to rejoin Megadeth for upcoming tour
Former Megadeth bassist James LoMenzo will rejoin the band for the upcoming "Metal Tour of the Year," also featuring Lamb of God, Trivium and Hatebreed. Megadeth's Dave Mustaine said: “I’m happy to announce that former bassist and Megadeth alumni James LoMenzo has graciously stepped in on the 'Metal Tour of the Year.' Tour rehearsals just began,... Continue Reading →
Hatebreed replaces In Flames on Megadeth/Lamb of God tour
Due to international visa issues, Swedish band In Flames will not be able to join the "Metal Tour of the Year," with co-headliners Megadeth and Lamb of God, and special guest Trivium. However, Hatebreed will join the tour in place of In Flames. Tickets and VIP packages for the tour are on sale now at... Continue Reading →
