Despite a dramatic incident on Tuesday (April 8) involving the shooting and arrest of Jillian Lauren Shriner, the wife of Weezer’s bass player Scott Shriner, the band remains determined to perform at Coachella this Saturday (April 12). A source with ties to the music festival says that Weezer’s scheduled set at 3:10 pm inside the…… MORE
Billy Corgan caused plenty of animosity while The Smashing Pumpkins headlined Lollapalooza in 1994, as detailed in the new book, LOLLAPALOOZA: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock’s Wildest Festival. Originally slated as Nirvana’s replacement after Kurt Cobain’s death, Corgan faced challenges stepping into the headlining role and admitted to being combative with the audience. The…… MORE
On Tuesday (April 8), Slash announced his departure from X/Twitter due to repeated hacks and a desire to change his communication methods. The Guns N’ Roses guitarist directed fans to instead follow him on other social platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook for updates. Slash did not reference X/Twitter owner Elon Musk in his statement,…… MORE
On Wednesday (April 9), Green Day announced that they will be releasing an expanded deluxe edition of their 2024 album, Saviors, on May 23rd through Reprise Records. The deluxe edition, dubbed Saviors (édition de luxe), includes five new studio songs – including the just released track, “Smash It Like Belushi” – as well as acoustic…… MORE
The Sex Pistols dedicated their show in Sydney, Australia on Tuesday (April 8) to the late Blondie drummer Clem Burke. The punk legends have been touring with former Gallows vocalist Frank Carter as their frontman, and the singer took a moment to pay tribute to Burke at the start of their set. “Very quickly, I…… MORE
In the just released teaser trailer for the new documentary, Metallica Saved My Life, fans of the heavy metal band share their personal and powerful stories, celebrating the deep connection and sense of community formed through their love of Metallica’s music. Directed by Jonas Åkerlund, the documentary captures four decades of fan camaraderie, highlighting how…… MORE
Weezer bassist Scott Shriner’s wife, Jillian Lauren, was charged with attempted murder after firing a gun during a police manhunt in Los Angeles. Police were searching for three suspects when Lauren emerged from her home and began firing her weapon, possibly targeting one of the suspects. After ignoring commands to drop the gun, police shot…… MORE
It was announced on Wednesday (April 9) that twenty-five sound recordings, including Amy Winehouse’s Back to Black, Elton John’s Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, and the Hamilton Original Cast Album, have been inducted into the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry. The annual honor is a way to showcase the diverse music history and culture of…… MORE
On Tuesday (April 8), Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace announced the dates and details of their co-headlining 2025 US tour, with support coming from Los Angeles alt-rock band Return to Dust. The 25-date trek will hit arenas and amphitheaters throughout the country this summer/fall, starting on August 29 in Ridgedale, Missouri, and concluding on…… MORE
A newly published book, LOLLAPALOOZA: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock’s Wildest Festival, by Richard Bienstock and Tom Beaujour, recounts some wild stories from Lolla’s past, including festival founder Perry Farrell’s fight to keep Green Day off the 1994 lineup. Former Lollapalooza stage manager John Rubeli recalls, “I can’t think of a single time that…… MORE
On Tuesday (April 8), Arcade Fire announced the upcoming release of their seventh studio album, Pink Elephant, which is set to arrive on May 9, along with sharing the lead single, “Year of the Snake.” The album features 10 tracks recorded at Win Butler and Régine Chassagne’s Good News Recording Studio in New Orleans, and…… MORE
On Monday (April 7), Metallica announced that they have partnered with the American Red Cross on their upcoming M72 World Tour to encourage fans to donate blood at selected tour stops during this spring and summer. Organized by the band’s All Within My Hands foundation, fans can donate blood in exchange for a limited-edition t-shirt…… MORE
On Tuesday (April 8), Blink-182 announced the dates and details of their upcoming Missionary Impossible Tour, where the SoCal pop punk trio will bring their infectious hits to arenas across the United States this fall. The 20-date tour will kick off in Hollywood, Florida on August 28, and make stops in cities such as Buffalo,…… MORE
In a new interview with Cassius Morris, Don Dokken reflected about why Dokken’s 2023 album, Heaven Comes Down, will be their last, and how he’s ready to finally retire from performing live due to recent health issues. “I feel after 50 years and 13 records, I figure I’ve written enough music,” Dokken says. “I’m okay…… MORE
During a recent Instagram Live session with Z2 Comics, Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson surprised fans by announcing plans for a new solo album following the release of The Mandrake Project in 2024. The heavy metal legend hinted at a quicker turnaround this time, rather than the 19 year gap that followed 2005’s Tyranny Of…… MORE
Slipknot’s Corey Taylor played an impressive acoustic set during the Spookala horror convention in Florida over the weekend. Taylor performed a series of Stone Sour and Slipknot classics, including “Song #3,”“Taciturn,””Bother,””Through Glass,” and “Snuff,” as well as covers of rock anthems like Foo Fighters’ “Everlong,” Incubus’ “I Miss You,” Nine Inch Nails’ “Something I Can…… MORE
On Monday (April 7), Slayer revealed the details of their massive show in Hershey, Pennsylvania on September 20th, which will serve as the metal legend’s only North American headlining concert in 2025. In addition to a full set by Slayer, the show will also feature a stacked lineup including Knocked Loose, Suicidal Tendencies, Power Trip,…… MORE
Clem Burke, the renowned drummer for Blondie and influential figure in the New Wave movement, has passed away at the age of 70 after a private battle with cancer. Burke joined Blondie in 1975 and contributed to their iconic early albums such as their self-titled debut, Parallel Lines, and Eat to the Beat. Recognized by…… MORE
Taschen Books has just published 75 Years of Atlantic Records, a massive new coffee-table book honoring the record label’s illustrious history. The book, weighing a hefty 11 pounds and measuring 14″ x 14″, features stunning photos by celebrated photographers like Annie Leibovitz, Anton Corbijn, and David LaChapelle, who captured striking images of legendary musicians in…… MORE
Disturbed’s “I Will Not Break” moves up one spot this week to claim No. 1 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. This marks the band’s 13th career chart-topper, while putting them in a three-way tie with Godsmack and Van Halen for the sixth-most leaders on the chart since its inception in 1981. “I Will Not…… MORE
