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Avenged Sevenfold, Five Finger Death Punch + Device Unite for 2013 European Trek

Chad Childers — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:24:34 +0000

It's been a little while, but Avenged Sevenfold are about to ramp up their activity. The band has scattered festival dates this summer, but they've just announced a full-scale 2013 European trek.

TONIGHT: 103GBF Damn Loud Rock Show With Alice In Chains!

Sandman — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:00:04 +0000

Grunge forefathers Alice In Chains are coming to the Aiken Theater at The Centre for a 103GBF Damn Loud Rock Show tonight. Tickets are still available for the concert and you can order them here. Meanwhile, we’re looking forward to the new Alice In Chains album, “The Devil Put Dinosaurs Here”, coming out on May [...]

Ozzy Osbourne Performs Black Sabbath + Solo Hits at 'An Evening with Women' Cancer Benefit

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:00:21 +0000

Black Sabbath vocalist Ozzy Osbourne dropped by the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center's 'An Evening with Women' cancer fundraiser on May 18. Hosted by comedienne Kathy Griffin, musicians Natasha Bedingfield and Sia performed at the function, but the highlight of the night was Ozzy himself, who performed a short set consisting of both Black Sabbath and solo hits.

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl Joins Rolling Stones at Anaheim Show

Chad Childers — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:58:09 +0000

Most assumed that the Rolling Stones' '50 and Counting' tour moniker was a reference to their 50 years in music, but it might eventually double as a status for the amount of special guests during their current run. The latest to join in the Rolling Stones fun was Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl, who hopped onstage to play guitar and sing during the band's Anaheim, Calif. stop Saturday night (May 18). Fan-shot footage can be seen above.

Who Is Opening For Alice In Chains May 22nd?

Sandman — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:00:49 +0000

That question has been asked of me often. Does Alice In Chains have an opening act, and if so…who is it? Well, this Wednesday night at the Centre, kicking off our 103GBF Damn Loud Rock Show is the band O’Brother. This band from Atlanta, Georgia made walls of sound. The band made its debut [...]

Brian 'Head' Welch Performs First Full Set With Korn Since 2005 Departure

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:25:57 +0000

Last night (May 15), Brian 'Head' Welch returned to the stage with Korn to perform his first full set with the band since leaving the multiplatinum act in 2005. A packed crowd in Belle Vernon, Pa., were the lucky bunch to witness Welch's return, and we've got all the details from the gig for you to sink your teeth into.

Motorhead, Rancid, AFI + More to Play Chicago's 2013 Riot Fest

Chad Childers — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:23:08 +0000

Motorhead, Rancid and AFI are among the top acts playing as part of the 2013 Riot Fest at Chicago's Humboldt Park Sept. 13-15. The first wave of performers has just been revealed with Fall Out Boy and Blink-182 headlining the music weekend, along with the third mystery band.

Linkin Park to Headline the 2013 Sunset Strip Music Festival

Chad Childers — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:08:53 +0000

As the festival announcements continue to roll out, Los Angeles' Sunset Strip Music Festival has a big name headlining this year's festivities. Linkin Park will top this year's bill, following in the footsteps of the Doors, Motley Crue, Slash and Ozzy Osbourne.

Drowning Pool + Eye Empire Unite for 2013 North American Dates

Chad Childers — Mon, 13 May 2013 17:02:25 +0000

Drowning Pool, fresh off dates with Flyleaf earlier this spring, will kick off a new leg of shows with support act Eye Empire toward the end of the month.

Metallica Offer Preview of 'Kirk's Crypt' Exhibit at Upcoming 2013 Orion Music + More Festival

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Sun, 12 May 2013 14:00:02 +0000

Metallica's second Orion Music + More Festival is creeping up on us as summer draws near. To get fans pumped for the diverse fest, Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has revealed a mass of details about the 'Kirk's Crypt' exhibit, which will include meet + greets, Hammett's massive collection of vintage horror film posters and more.

In This Moment Shooting First-Ever Concert DVD

Chad Childers — Sat, 11 May 2013 11:00:19 +0000

In This Moment shows are something special, but if you happen to be in Madison, Wis., later this month, the performance may be a little more spectacular than usual. That’s because the band is shooting their first-ever concert DVD that night. The band has booked the Orpheum Theater in Madison on May 21 to shoot [...]

Halestorm, Device + More Rock Weather-Shortened 2013 Carolina Rebellion Festival

Chad Bowar — Mon, 06 May 2013 22:24:59 +0000

2013 turned out to be a memorable year for the Carolina Rebellion festival, but not in the way organizers had hoped. Expanding to two full days at a new venue (Charlotte Motor Speedway) with a high profile lineup had anticipation and expectations at a high level. Unfortunately, Mother Nature did not cooperate.

Boston Strong: An Evening of Support and Celebration!

Sandman — Sun, 05 May 2013 17:00:27 +0000

Some of Boston's best known acts -- and more -- are coming together in support of the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings.

Boston Strong: An Evening of Support and Celebration, will take place at the TD Garden on Thursday, May 30, and will feature sets from a number of rock acts including Aerosmith, Godsmack, Extreme, The J. Geils Band and Boston.

Motley Crue Guitarist Mick Mars Knocked Over by Audience Member at Canadian Show

Chad Childers — Sun, 05 May 2013 16:37:03 +0000

Motley Crue guitarist Mick Mars had a scary moment last night (May 4) after an audience member got loose at their show and proceeded to rush the stage, knocking over Mars in the process while making a beeline toward Vince Neil.

Volbeat, HIM, All That Remains + Airbourne Set for 2013 Rock Allegiance Tour

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 02 May 2013 23:00:46 +0000

The lineup for this year’s Rock Allegiance tour has been announced and it features Volbeat, HIM, All That Remains and Airbourne. The Monster Energy Rock Allegiance tour began in 2011, as Buckcherry, Papa Roach, Puddle of Mudd and more toured on the inaugural tour. Rock Allegiance became a destination festival in 2012, as Stone Temple Pilots, Three Days Grace + [...]

Chino Moreno's Palms Debut New Track 'Patagonia,' Announce July Dates

Chad Childers — Thu, 02 May 2013 11:00:06 +0000

Chino Moreno has more than Deftones on his plate these days, and fans are now getting a chance to check out some music from his side group Palms. Moreno was recruited to sing on the album by three of the former members of Isis, who are also part of the group. Now the first song 'Patagonia,' from their self-titled effort has surfaced online.

Heavy MTL Adds Black Label Society, Phil Anselmo + Hellyeah! for 2013 Festival

Chad Childers — Wed, 01 May 2013 22:20:48 +0000

As if the 2013 Heavy MTL festival wasn't already rocking enough, organizers have just added some significant rockers to this year's bill. Among the top new acts joining the music weekend include Black Label Society, Philip H. Anselmo & the Illegals and Hellyeah! among others.

Newsted Confirmed for Megadeth's 2013 Gigantour Trek

Chad Childers — Wed, 01 May 2013 22:00:56 +0000

Megadeth's Gigantour trek is coming together quite nicely, with Newsted being the latest confirmation for the expected summer run. Newsted are currently off to a hot start with their 'Metal' EP and have been playing to enthusiastic audiences so far this spring. The group's debut full-length is expected later this year and the Gigantour trek will provide a great set-up to build to the album's release.

Starting Tomorrow: Register To Win An Orion Fest Flyaway!

Sandman — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:00:46 +0000

Starting tomorrow (May 1) You have a chance to Win a VIP Package to Orion Fest in Detroit, MI – featuring Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rise Against, Deftones,Dropkick Murphys, and many other bands. The full lineup is below! Loudwire If you win, you’ll receive •Roundtrip airfare from the winner’s city to Detroit Michigan [...]

Hellyeah Tapped for Megadeth's Gigantour 2013

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:44:09 +0000

Yet another band has been confirmed to support Megadeth on this year’s Gigantour. The fall trek now has four bands locked in, with Hellyeah having been announced over the weekend. This year’s Gigantour will be the fifth installment of the traveling fest, and Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine has continued the tradition of hand-picking each act. So [...]