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5 'Star-Spangled Banner' Performances to Salute on July 4

It’s one of the most nerve-wracking performances an artist can prepare for. Will they remember the words? Will they hit the right notes? Should they take a chance, or play it straight? We’ll talking about the “Star-Spangled Banner.” The national anthem kicks off just about every sporting event in... Read More

Metallica's James Hetfield Rocks Out to Slayer in the Car

There’s no rivalry here. James Hetfield of Metallica was fueled by another member of the “Big Four” of 80’s thrash metal when he got behind the wheel recently. Hetfield posted a video on Metallica’s Instagram that shows him rocking out to Slayer ’s “Angel of Death” on the road. The frontman manages... Read More

See Alice Cooper as an Animated Disney Character

Alice Cooper has been shocking fans for five decades, but his latest performance is more intriguing and entertaining than eye popping. Cooper makes an animated appearance in an upcoming episode of Mickey and the Roadster Racers on the Disney Channel. The legendary rocker guest stars as Alistair... Read More

Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi Attend Black Sabbath Bridge Dedication

Founding members Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler arrived by boat to dedicate a bridge to Black Sabbath in their hometown. The official naming of the Black Sabbath Bridge in Birmingham, England coincided with the unveiling of a so-called heavy metal bench. It sits on top of the bridge and features... Read More

The Black Keys Take Us Inside 'Let's Rock'

The wait is just about over for The Black Keys . Five years after releasing Turn Blue , the no frills rock duo is ready to unwrap their 9th studio album Let’s Rock . The title seems straightforward enough for a band that creates music with fuzzy, distorted guitars and tight grooves, and it is a... Read More

David Gilmour Guitar Auction Raises Millions, Sets Multiple Records

An auction of more than 100 guitars owned by David Gilmour of Pink Floyd was one for the record books. Collectors paid more than 21 million dollars for 126 guitars. Christie’s says that makes it the most valuable musical instruments sale in auction history. The prize was Gilmour’s legendary Black... Read More

See Hollywood Vampires Cover David Bowie on 'Kimmel'

Hollywood Vampires brought their century of combined rock and roll experience to the outdoor stage of Jimmy Kimmel Live on Wednesday. The supergroup that features Joe Perry of Aerosmith , Alice Cooper and Johnny Depp led off with a mesmerizing hard rock cover of David Bowie ’s “Heroes.” Depp... Read More

Frances Bean Cobain Shares a 'Very Sad Song'

Frances Bean Cobain has shared what she called a very sad song on social media. The daughter of late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love did not give a title for the song, which she also called raw and truthful, but it seems to be clear who it’s about. I know you weren’t meant to stay in... Read More

Rival Sons Capture Intensity of Live Shows in New Video for 'Sugar on the Bone'

The lights go down and the audience starts to roar in anticipation. But it’s not time yet. As Rival Sons walk to the stage - out of sight in the darkness, the sound of a thunderous heartbeat envelopes the venue. The image behind the stage shows a heart pulsating inside the skeleton of the dog from... Read More

Jack White Says He's Never Owned a Cell Phone

It’s 2019, but there are still some people out there who choose to go without a cell phone. Knowing that species exists, it’s probably not a surprise that Jack White is among them. The old school musician says he’s never owned a cell phone, and finds it amusing to watch crowds of people all... Read More