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As the sun set over Perth, Foo Fighters’ frontman Dave Grohl emerged from the luxurious confines of the Ritz Carlton, radiating high spirits and anticipation ahead of the legendary band’s long-awaited concert on Wednesday night. As reported by Perth Now – Sporting a dark grey shirt and shorts paired with skate shoes, a black cap, and a distinctive cross choker …

In the ever-evolving landscape of music merchandising, Tool, the enigmatic progressive metal giants, have recently found themselves at the center of a storm. The uproar stems from the band’s decision to offer jackets on their official website at a staggering price point of $300 each, leaving many fans scratching their heads and drawing comparisons to Korn’s controversial collaboration with Adidas. …

In a recent Twitter update, iconic rocker Nikki Sixx sheds light on a critical issue plaguing the lives of many public figures—the menace of stalking. Sixx, known for his candid and outspoken nature, revealed that new video surveillance footage capturing instances of stalking is currently being handed over to law enforcement agencies. The crux of Sixx’s concern lies in the …

Roger Waters’ son Harry recently reminisced about the fateful day in 2016 when he was fired from his father’s band during in a recent interview with Rolling Stone. After fourteen years playing the keyboard and the organ in the band, and three massive world tours, Harry Waters was fired, shortly before the planned “Us + Them” tour: “I was fired. …

The somber reality of Ozzy Osbourne’s health struggles unfolds, painting a melancholic picture of the looming loss that the rock world is bracing itself for. From spinal pain to Parkinson’s disease, the Prince of Darkness has faced a relentless battle, with no discernible end to his tribulations. Contemplating the prospect of returning to the stage, Osbourne bared his soul, confessing, …

In the hallowed arena of Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, the legendary Kiss graced the stage once more on Saturday, November 25, reigniting the flames of rock and roll. In the fan-captured footage, the band, resilient and undeterred, embraced the spotlight, demonstrating the indomitable spirit that has defined their illustrious career. Amidst the sonic spectacle, Paul Stanley, the charismatic Starchild, …

In a surprising turn of events, André 3000 has etched his name into the record books by surpassing Tool for the longest-running Hot 100 hit of all time. This milestone, reported by Billboard, comes as his track “I Swear, I Really Wanted To Make A ‘Rap’ Album But This Is Literally The Way The Wind Blew Me This Time” from …

Jason Becker had a tough time fighting ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, aka “Lou Gehrig’s disease”). The former Cacophony/David Lee Roth guitarist wanted to spend some time with his hero Eddie Van Halen. It all came true on August 31, 1996 when Halen met Becker at Becker’s home in Southern California. According to Ultimate Guitar, Becker’s manager and personal assistant, Stephen …

Duff Mckagan opened up about working with Iggy Pop during an interview with Spin. According to Rock Celebrities, he even shared his favourite three influential singers for him, but Axl Rose isn’t on the list. It’s worth noting that Duff has enjoyed working with some big names, and when asked about recording and touring with Iggy Pop, Duff had this …

In a recent interview with CTV Morning Live, Geddy Lee shed light on the possibility of collaborating once again with his former Rush bandmate, Alex Lifeson. The air of anticipation surrounding this potential reunion is not merely about the revival of Rush but rather a beacon of hope for new musical ventures and creativity. Via Blabbermouth – Addressing the speculation, …