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VOTE: Better 2000s Supergroup - Audioslave vs. Velvet Revolver

Which was the better of the major 2000s supergroups? Vote for either Audioslave or Velvet Revolver in this week's Chuck's Fight Club on the Loudwire Nights radio show. Continue reading…
Dave Mustaine on Current Relationship With Ex-Metallica Bandmates

Megadeth's Dave Mustaine shares his thoughts on the continually evolving relationship with his former Metallica bandmates James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich. Continue reading…
Fat Mike Got Sued by Longtime NOFX Bandmate

Ahead of a NOFX roundtable at the Punk Rock Museum, Erik Sandien revealed that there was an ongoing legal matter between Fat Mike and Eric Melvin. Continue reading…
Roger Waters Defends Ozzy Osbourne Comments to Piers Morgan

Roger Waters defended the controversial remarks he previously made about Ozzy Osbourne during a conversation with Piers Morgan. Continue reading…
13 Best Debut Albums by Progressive Black Metal Bands (Ranked)

Initial LPs that blend high-pitched shrieks, gloomy atmospheres and prog metal complexity. Continue reading…
The Devil Wears Prada Guitarist - Summer of Loud Tour Was Tribute

Jeremy DePoyster shares his pride in helping complete the vision of late The Devil Wears Prada agent Dave Shapiro by taking part in the 2025 Summer of Loud festival. Continue reading…
Poison Nix Tour After Bret Michaels Demands 600% More Than Band

They had planned a 40th anniversary trek for 2026, but Rikki Rockett cites a financial divide for it not happening. Continue reading…
Why Jason Momoa Was 'Terrified' About Back to the Beginning Show

The actor recently revealed how nervous he was to host the Back to the Beginning show. Continue reading…
Motley Crue + Nikki Sixx Commemorate Band's 45th Anniversary

"I hope you’ve enjoyed the ride as much as we have," Sixx said while reflecting on the band's humble beginnings. Continue reading…
The 11 Best Alt-Rock Ballads of the ‘90s

The '90s produced some of alt-rock's most memorable and defining ballads. These 11 songs showcase the genre at its most emotional and introspective. Continue reading…
The Best Rock Song of Each Year Since 1970

Rock still rolls through the years. Join us as we revisit the best rock songs of each year of music since 1970. Continue reading…
Slipknot's Clown Addresses Status of Next Album

Slipknot percussionist Shawn 'Clown' Crahan offers some insight into the band's current status and where they stand with new music. Continue reading…
Brian May Reveals Why Queen Refuse to Play Iconic U.K. Festival

Brian May has once again asserted his stance on Glastonbury Festival and that Queen will not play it because of their stance on badger culling. Continue reading…
The Best Album by 11 Legendary 2000s Rock Bands

These are the best albums by the most legendary rock bands that rose to fame during the 2000s, including Disturbed, My Chemical Romance and Shinedown. Continue reading…
Ratt’s Stephen Pearcy Names Metal Song He Wants at His Funeral

Longtime Ratt singer and solo artist Stephen Pearcy named the song he wants played at his funeral and revealed other personal musical favorites during a recent Q&A session. Continue reading…