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Axl Rose Blames Mistakes, and Slash, for Guns N’ Roses’ Late Concert Start Times
More clips from Guns N’ Roses leader Axl Rose‘s upcoming interview on ‘That Metal Show’ have emerged. In one, the singer blames the band’s notoriously late concert start times on various daily mistakes, and also says their reputation for such behavior developed twenty years ago, partially as a result of problems with former guitarist Slash.
Van Halen Reportedly Sign to Interscope Records
According to a reliable source, Van Halen have signed a record deal with Interscope Records, meaning their upcoming album will be the band’s first ever not to be released by their longtime label, Warner Brothers.
Led Zeppelin ‘IV’ Re-Created Through Cover Versions
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Led Zeppelin's fourth album turns forty years old today, and one of the easiest ways to measure the impact the record has had is to look at the long list of artists who have covered its songs over the years. W
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Ace Frehley on New Book: ‘I See it on the Big Screen!’
Legendary original Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley has released his long awaited memoirs, ‘No Regrets,’ which details his time in that band and his own very successful solo career. The book comes partially as the result of five years of sobriety for Frehley, who has very publicly battled addictions to drugs and alcohol in the past.
Justin Bieber Joins AC/DC in the Big Balls Club
Normally we would never write about Justin Bieber, but when we came across a news headline entitled ‘Justin Bieber’s Balls Have Dropped,’ well, we couldn’t help but think it’s time for him to channel his inner Bon Scott and start working on an AC/DC covers album.
Van Halen to Appear On Grammy Nominations Show
Van Halen are reportedly going to appear at the Grammy nominations show on Wednesday, Nov. 30 to make a “special live announcement,” presumably regarding their much-discussed new album and tour.
Axl Rose Interview Clips Air on Eddie Trunk’s Radio Show
TV and radio host Eddie Trunk shared the first audio clips from ‘That Metal Show”s upcoming interview with Axl Rose of Guns N Roses on his radio program last night (Nov. 4), with the singer detailing the effort he puts into preparing for the band’s three hour long concerts.
Black Sabbath To Make ‘Special Announcement’ Next Week
Black Sabbath has reportedly revealed that they will make a special announcement at a press conference next Friday, Nov. 11. This is widely suspected to be related to recent reports that the legendary band is planning to reunite for a new album and tour.
Pink Floyd’s David Gilmour Recalls ‘Painful’ Start of ‘Wish You Were Here’ Sessions in New Interview
Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour recounts the “difficult” and “painful” beginnings of the studio sessions for the band’s 1975 album ‘Wish You Were Here’ in a new interview promoting the upcoming expanded two-disc and box set reissues of that classic record.
Lou Reed & Metallica Album ‘Lulu’ Gets Blasted By Reviewers
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Lou Reed & Metallica must have known their intentionally difficult new album 'Lulu' would elicit a wide range of critical response, but we're guessing even these thick-skinned music legends might be a bit surprised by some of the venom that has been thrown their way via various album reviews from across the world.
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Sammy Hagar Accuses Van Halen of Using Tapes of Michael Anthony’s Voice in Concert
Sammy Hagar has accused his former bandmates in Van Halen of using their ex-bassist Michael Anthony‘s backing vocals via tape in concerts on their 2008 tour with singer David Lee Roth, even though Anthony was not performing with the band at the time.
Axl Rose Falls Off Stage at Guns N’ Roses Show
Axl Rose of Guns N’ Roses was captured on a fan-shot video falling off stage briefly during the band’s Mexico City concert this week. The incident happened as he was performing ‘Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door,’ and we’re here to say that he handled the slip like a true pro.