Amy Sciarretto
Zakk Wylde Survives Guitar World Roast
Zakk Wylde was roasted last night (Jan. 20) at the first-ever Guitar World Roast and guess what? He survived, if a little singed. But was there ever any doubt that the guitarist would take it like a man? He was subjected to barbs and punishment for two hours in Anaheim, Calif., as a variety of musicians, metalheads and comedians took shots at him. He may have been burnt to a crisp, but he still ma
Slash-Produced Horror Film ‘Nothing to Fear’ Picked Up by Anchor Bay
‘Nothing to Fear,’ the first horror movie to be produced by guitar god Slash via his newly launched Slasher Films banner, has seen its rights acquired by production and home entertainment company Anchor Bay.
Biohazard Bassist Hospitalized Before and After Gig
It’s been a rough couple of days for Biohazard, with bassist/vocalist Scott Roberts being rushed to the hospital last night (Jan. 20) at the start of the band’s ‘Persistence Tour 2012′ in Deinze, Belgium.
Wonder No More What ‘Jersey Shore’ Guidette Snooki Looks Like Without Makeup [PICTURE]
‘Jersey Shore’ alpha guidette Snooki snapped a photo of herself sans makeup and then promptly tweeted the shot. Without any basketball-hued bronzer, heavy eye gunk or spidery eyelashes the ‘make under’ revealed that when you strip off all those layers of cosmetics, the Snookster is kind of cute.
Tool Return to the Stage Over the Weekend
It had been well over a year since Tool took the stage to perform but the absence from live playing is over. The band kicked off its brief winter run over the weekend in Reno, Nev., performing a set list filled to the brim with classics and fan favorites.
Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi ‘Overwhelmed’ by Support After Lymphoma Diagnosis
The metal community was rocked earlier this week by the revelation that Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi was suffering from lymphoma. His diagnosis came right in the middle of Black Sabbath’s comeback trail, which includes a new album and touring. A flood of support from fans and fellow musicians followed the announcement of his illness. Now, the legendary axeman has issued his first personal st
Godmack Singer Sully Erna Tweets Photos of Surgically Repaired Knee
Godsmack singer Sully Erna has found a way to pass the time while rehabbing his knee, on which he recently had surgery. He has been busy Tweeting photos of his recovering joint and of his physical therapists. Erna had been quiet on Twitter for the past few months, but he’s back in action, killing time while healing.
Alice in Chains’ Jerry Cantrell Offers Latest on Band’s Upcoming Album
Call it a comeback of a comeback! After Alice in Chains‘ 2009 effort ‘Black Gives Way to Blue’ landed Grammy nominations and enjoyed healthy sales amid the debut of new singer William Duvall, who replaced the late, great Layne Staley, the band is currently writing new material and working on the follow up. AIC should enter the studio early this year.
Godsmack Singer Sully Erna Recovering From Knee Surgery
Godsmack singer Sully Erna recently underwent knee surgery, and is now at home resting and recovering from the procedure.
Sixx: A.M. Already Working on Third Album
Nikki Sixx, who doesn’t appear to have a moment of downtime thanks to the fact that he pulls double duty in both Motley Crue and Sixx: A.M. and writes books, posted a Facebook update to share some good news about Sixx: A.M. The group is already writing its third album and is possibly eyeing a 2013 release.
Van Halen ‘A Different Kind of Truth’ Track Listing Leaks
The track listing for Van Halen‘s much anticipated ‘A Different Kind of Truth,’ the first album fronted by David Lee Roth in three decades, has leaked to the web. It was only a matter of time before song titles were revealed, given all the hoopla surrounding the album, due out Feb. 7. In the past few days, VH have shared details about their upcoming tour and album. It’s starting to feel like we li
Guns N’ Roses Keyboardist Dizzy Reed Recalls Early Days + Friendship With Axl Rose
Guns N’ Roses keyboardist Dizzy Reed went from playing the Whisky in Hollywood on Thursday nights to flying to clubs in private jets overnight when he joined the ranks of GN’R in 1990. Reed hooked up with the band when they were at their musical and cultural apex AKA the biggest, baddest band in the world. If Reed wanted a trial by fire, he got it. He recalled his early days in the band while the