Torche had their van broken into between 1:30 a.m. and 4 a.m. on Friday after their show at the Congress Theater in Chicago. Much of the band’s belongings including their gear, luggage and laptops was stolen. Hydra Head has set up a Paypal donation page for fans wishing to help get the band back on their feet here. Torche have released a list of the gear stolen in hopes that it will be returned to them: Since the band had their passports stolen, they’re unable to join Coheed And Cambria and Circa Survive on tour in Canada. They’ve scheduled several[Read More…]
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Ronnie James Dio Passes Away at 67
The legendary Ronnie James Dio has passed away this morning as a result of his ongoing battle with stomach cancer. The following has been posted by his wife, Wendy Dio: Today my heart is broken, Ronnie passed away at 7:45am 16th May. Many, many friends and family were able to say their private good-byes before he peacefully passed away. Ronnie knew how much he was loved by all. We so appreciate the love and support that you have all given us. Please give us a few days of privacy to deal with this terrible loss. Please know he loved you[Read More…]
Craig Owens To Reveal Band Members
Craig Owens has posted a blog saying that he plans to begin revealing who has been working with him on his solo album and he promises to name one member of his band on Tuesday. Owens said, “So, for the past few months.. ‘we’ have been working really hard – creating a new record for our new band. ‘we’ have a ton of material & plan on spending a little more time perfecting the songs- to ensure that this is the best record we have ever written, as individuals, and as a group. ‘we’ really appreciate all of your patience[Read More…]
2010 Warped Tour Stage Names
The Main Stage will be named TEGGART STAGE. Its named after Stewart Teggart. He passed away this year. The other stages: ALTEC LANSING STAGE GLAMOUR KILLS STAGE AP / ADVENT STAGE SKULLCANDY STAGE KIA KEVIN SAYS STAGE ERNIE BALL BATTLE OF THE BANDS STAGE
Underoath Announce New Drummer
Underoath have announced that former Norma Jean drummer Daniel Davison will replaces Aaron Gillespie who announced his departure from the group in April. They will begin recording a new album later this month with producers Matt Goldman and Jeremy Griffith. A late 2010 release is expected.
Jimmy Eat World Guitarist To Sing Lead Vocals
Jimmy Eat World guitarist Tom Linton provided main vocals on a song that will likely appear on the band’s upcoming full-length, according to a post on the band’s site by Jim Adkins. Responding to a thread called “Why doesn’t Tom sing anymore?,” Adkins wrote: “tom cut a main vocal for a new song. it will most likely be on the album, and not a b-side.”
Saosin Part Ways With Label
Saosin have revealed in a recent tweet that they’re no longer signed to EMI/Virgin/Capitol and that they’re “excited about taking a DIY route again.”
Avenged Sevenfold Has A Drummer For Their Tour
Mike Portnoy will be drumming for Avenged Sevenfold for their upcoming tour. He did the drum tracks for the new Avenged Sevenfold album. Mike said though I wish I could stay on board with A7X in a more permanent capacity, the reality is that I am committed to Dream Theater as my main priority (that is my baby after all!), and I will need to resume work with DT to start a new album at some point in 2011….
Soundgarden Live At Reunion Show
Soundgarden played their first concert in over 13 years on April 16 at Seattle’s Showbox to 1,100 fans. For the masses who couldn’t be there, the band just released live performance video of their classic tune “Beyond the Wheel” from that night’s show. Watch below:
Linkin Park 8-Bit Rebellion! Action Adventure Game
Linkin Park, game developer Artificial Life, Inc. and Warner Bros. Records announced today the launch of the Linkin Park 8-Bit Rebellion! App for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad. Created by Linkin Park and Artificial Life, Inc., the Linkin Park 8-Bit Rebellion! App is a heightened app experience for music fans and gamers alike with multiplayer features. For more details about Linkin Park 8-Bit Rebellion!, please visit: http://www.botme.com/linkinpark The game’s trailer can be seen here: http://linkinpark.com/video/linkin-park-8bit-rebellion The Linkin Park 8-Bit Rebellion! App for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad is available for $4.99 from the App Store at: www.itunes.com/app/linkinpark8bitrebellion for the iPhone[Read More…]
Bret Michaels In Critical Condition After Brain Hemorrhage
Poison frontman Bret Michaels is reportedly in critical condition after sustaining a brain hemorrhage Thursday night. He was rushed to a hospital after complaining of an excruciating headache and doctors performed several CAT scans, MRIs and an aniogram before keeping him in the ICU.
You Say Party! We Say Die! Drummer Passed Away
You Say Party! We Say Die! drummer Devon Clifford passed away early Sunday morning after collapsing onstage during a show Friday night in Vancouver. He was only 30. Vocalist Becky Ninkovic pleaded for audience members to call 911 after Clifford passed out, and paramedics rushed him to a local hospital. Clifford is reported to have suffered a brain hemorrhage and endured emergency neurosurgery early Saturday morning. He was on life support for nearly a day. The band’s label, Paper Bag Records, released this statement: It is with absolute sadness to report that our dear friend Devon Clifford passed away just[Read More…]
Soundgarden Reunite At Secret Show In Seattle
Soundgarden surprised their hometown of Seattle with a secret show Friday night at Showbox At The Market. It was revealed that a band called Nudedragons an anagram of Soundgarden would be playing the venue Friday, tickets reportedly sold out in less than 15 minutes. Soundgarden played a two-hour set for their first show in 13 years in front of 1,000 fans. Setlist “Spoonman” “Gun” “Searching With My Good Eye Closed” “Rusty Cage” “Beyond the Wheel” “Flower” “Ugly Truth” “Fell on Black Days” “Hunted Down” “Nothing to Say” “Loud Love” “Blow Up the Outside World” “Pretty Noose” “Outshined” “Slaves and Bulldozers”[Read More…]
Type O Negative Frontman Peter Steele Passed Away
Type O Negative vocalist/bassist Peter Steele passed away Wednesday due to heart failure, according to a statement released by the band. He was 48.
In Memoriam: Sex Pistols Manager Malcolm McLaren
Former Sex Pistols manager Malcolm McLaren passed away this morning in New York following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 64. Born in North London, U.K., McLaren was an art-school dropout and clothing designer when he began managing the New York Dolls in the early ’70s. By 1975, he had become manager of the Sex Pistols and rose to fame when the band’s anti-establishment anthem “God Save The Queen” (which he provided vocals for) took the top spot on the U.K. charts during Queen Elizabeth II’s 1977 silver jubilee celebration. McLaren’s body will reportedly be transported to England where[Read More…]
Travis Richter Named Human Abstract Frontman
Altpress exclusively reveal that former From First To Last guitarist/vocalist Travis Richter is the new frontman for the Human Abstract. A statement released on behalf of the Human Abstract. “We’re excited to welcome Travis to the Human Abstract. We couldn’t be more pumped on the current state of the band and can’t wait to give our fans the best album our hard work has to offer.”
Aaron Gillespie Part Ways With Underoath
Underoath have announced that at the conclusion of their current European tour, they will part ways with drummer/vocalist Aaron Gillespie. The band posted the following statement on their MySpace blog. “We are taking this opportunity to sadly inform you the six of us have decided at the end of the current european tour, Aaron will no longer be playing in Underoath. This was not a decision made in haste but a thought out and prayed upon group agreement. It in no way effects any of the shows left on this tour. They will still be our best efforts and enjoyable[Read More…]
Taking Back Sunday Confirms Reunion
When news broke earlier this week of guitarist Matt Fazzi and bassist Matt Rubano parting ways with Taking Back Sunday. Word started going around that John Nolan and Shaun Cooper, who were both part of what is considered the band’s “original” lineup, were back in the band. Today they released a video confirming it.
Matt Rubano And Matt Fazzi Out Of Taking Back Sunday. John Nolan and Shaun Cooper Back In.
Two members of Taking Back Sunday have revealed today that they’re no longer with the band. There are messages posted on the band’s website from bassist Matt Rubano and guitarist Matt Fazzi, both saying that they’re leaving the band. Rubano’s statement read: “After seven years I’m sad to announce that I will no longer be playing the bass with Taking Back Sunday. I would like to thank Adam, Eddie and Mark for giving me this amazing opportunity that changed my life. I am proud of the music we made together and cherished every moment of it. And to Taking Back[Read More…]
Fat Mike of NOFX Banned From Venue After Serving Urine-Filled Shots To Audience
Fat Mike of NOFX has been banned from Emo’s Annex in Austin, Texas. After doing a stunt at last week’s South By Southwest Music Festival where his alter-ego, Cokie The Clown, served shots of tequila mixed with the singer’s own urine. He kicked off a solo performance by downing a few shots and then distributing more to fans in the audience. After 30 minutes of the singer speaking about disturbing topics like the hanging of one of his friends and smothering his ailing mother, Mike played an unedited video onstage showing himself urinating into the tequila that he had already[Read More…]