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Sean Martin of politically-charged rock group, The Quarantined has just released a gritty acoustic cover video of Frank Sinatra’s “That’s Life.” The video features a shaggy-haired Martin on a tan couch in his home, as he wails the words of the iconic tune with raw emotion not unlike powerhouse rock vocalist, Mike Patton. The song […]
“I’m blaming American audiences,” laughs 80s icon LIMAHL about his recent resurgence in popularity. “After my music was featured in three popular US TV shows last year, my Spotify monthly streams jumped from 300,000 to 1.5 million!” Half jokingly, Limahl never really left pop culture prominence. His worldwide smashes “Neverending Story” and “Too Shy” (with […]
Multi-platinum band Shinedown has released their new single “Atlas Falls,” sharing a message of optimism and faith in humanity amid the COVID-19 pandemic. PRESS HERE to listen and watch the lyric video below. Until now, “Atlas Falls” has only been available as part of an exclusive T-shirt and song bundle for Shinedown‘s fundraising relief effort for humanitarian aid […]
During these crazy and surreal times, music is the grand healer. While bands can’t be on tour right now bringing music to their fans directly, STYX singer/guitarist TOMMY SHAW recognizes the continuing vital and soothing need for new music by releasing a previously unreleased acoustic version of the Led Zeppelin classic, “Going to California” via […]
Respected standard bearers for 21st century metal, DEVILDRIVER have spent almost the last two decades pursuing a course of uncompromising artistry and nonsense-free dedication to the road. Led by the prolific Dez Fafara, the Californian crew have earned their reputation as one of the hardest working bands on the planet, while issuing a steady succession of brutal but […]
Just months after releasing their first new material in 18 years, Stabbing Westward continues their newfound momentum, today announcing a recording deal with COP International to release the band’s upcoming fifth studio album Wasteland alongside at least one new single in 2020. In January, the respected industrial rock band released the EP Dead And Gone […]
Ska-punk trio Sublime With Rome has revealed that they will be teaming up with MusiCares for a virtual BBQ and full band performance on Saturday, May 23rd at 3PM PDT. The event will stream live on nugs.tv and all profits will benefit the MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund. Tickets to the live stream event are available for […]
Legendary Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider will release “For The Love Of Metal Live!” on July 31 via Napalm Records. For The Love Of Metal Live! isn’t your average live performance DVD/Blu-Ray collection – the epic set combines behind- the-scenes footage, interview clips, insightful personal commentary and electrifying live performances to create an entertaining experience that every heavy […]
American grunge legends, L7 recently received critical acclaim for their unabashed spin on a rock & roll classic: Joan Jett & the Blackhearts’ “Fake Friends.” Featuring lead vocals by Donita Sparks with Joan Jett joining in on guitar and vocals, the band has released a special fan-fueled new video for the track. Fans enthusiastically responded […]