Basildon synthesizer legends Depeche Mode dealt with social awareness earlier than you would think. The tougher, industrial-clanged third LP Construction Time Again marked a creative leap forward for the group, along with principal songwriter Martin Gore’s thematic obsessions with guilt, pain, and plenty of sex. On their biggest hit, ‘Everything Counts’, they tackled the 1980s’ … Read more
Gene Simmons told Michael Franzese that KISS didn’t need popular songs to be legendary. “In a very strange way, KISS became a massive band without hit songs,” the bassist said of their swift climb to stardom. It was all about live performances.” Simmons added, “If inquisitive, visit YouTube. We thrashed any performer that shared the … Read more
After nearly a decade, Savatage regrouped in 2023 to record their long-awaited new album. Metal Pilgrim interviewed vocalist Zak Stevens on the album’s progress. “We’ve been at it for a while, recording and crafting new material,” Stevens said. I have eight or nine songs with Jon [Oliva], and he keeps coming up with new ideas. … Read more
In an interview with Pod Scum host Rexx Ruger, Cannibal Corpse drummer Paul Mazurkiewicz acknowledged Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo with shaping his career. When questioned about his musical influences, Mazurkiewicz replied quickly. He remarked, “Slayer’s Dave Lombardo is my biggest influence, of course.” “I probably wouldn’t be doing what I’m doing without him.” He explained … Read more
Rock and metal artists have taken to social media to spread festive cheer as we head into the winter holidays and the new year. Ozzy Osbourne, the “Prince of Darkness,” is a legendary figure who deserves your attention every Christmas season. Usually, it’s something completely out there and amusing. As horrific as Ozzy’s photo shoot … Read more
Despite the fact that it is a holiday week, there were still some fresh rock and metal tour announcements made during a week that was otherwise very quiet. The five fresh tour announcements that have been made this week are dominated by up-and-coming artists, with Austin Meade and Zulu heading the pack. A few more … Read more
Billy Sheehan is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished bassists of the modern era; nonetheless, he is not sure who he considers to be the best bassist of all time. Sheehan voiced his support for the iconic Paul McCartney of The Beatles during an appearance on the Mistress Carrie Podcast, which can be … Read more
The nature of the cause of death of Amen singer Casey Chaos has been disclosed. By posting a message on their social media accounts over the weekend, the band reported that the vocalist had passed away at the age of 59. Currently, the photographer Dean Karr, who was a close friend of Chaos, has revealed … Read more
Santa Claus has been portrayed in a wide variety of different ways throughout the course of several decades; however, our favorite has to be the rock and metal Santa. As a gift to you and to ourselves, we have compiled more than a dozen photographs of this form of Santa Claus. If we so want, … Read more