Monthly Archives: June 2023

When Topless Iggy Pop Ate Steak With His Hands in Top Restaurant

Josh Homme told of his memorable visit to a Beverly Hills gourmet restaurant with Iggy Pop, which underlined to the Queens of the Stone Age leader that the punk icon was his main inspiration. In a recent interview with Apple One, Homme told Zane Lowe that Pop had always wanted to visit Lawry’s The Prime Rib, so […]

Trophy Eyes, ‘Suicide and Sunshine’ | The Album Story

Trophy Eyes frontman John Floreani talks us through the band’s latest album ‘Suicide and Sunshine’, from writing lyrics to developing the sound, choosing the artwork and the title. Plus, we have teamed up with the band to create this exclusive t-shirt design, available for delivery worldwide and only from Rock Sound. Read Trophy Eyes, ‘Suicide […]

10 Best James Brown Songs of All Time

James Brown, widely known as the “Godfather of Soul,” was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and dancer. Born on May 3, 1933, in Barnwell, South Carolina, Brown revolutionized the music industry with his electrifying performances, dynamic stage presence, and innovative fusion of soul, funk, and rhythm and blues. From the 1950s until his passing in […]

YNW Melly Murder Trial Day Three – What We Learned

After day one of YNW Melly‘s double-murder trial included a Fredo Bang connection and day two found the rapper promoting the trial on his own Instagram page, day three includes its own memorable moments. Day Three of the YNW Melly Trial With opening statements on Monday (June 12), the double-murder trial for Florida rapper YNW Melly […]

Announcing The Inaugural Metal Injection Festival This September Feat. TESTAMENT, MAX & IGOR CAVALERA, MACHINE HEAD, FEAR FACTORY & More!

I’m elated to announce the first-ever Metal Injection Festival, which will take over Orange County, CA on September 16 @ the The Observatory and September 17 @ House of Blues Anaheim. The full lineups are: Advertisement. Scroll to continue reading. September 16 @ The Observatory (BUY TIX HERE) Max & Igor Cavalera (Morbid Visions and […]

How Extreme Finally Moved Past the Stigma of ‘More Than Words’

Extreme’s 1991 single “More Than Words” has a complicated legacy. The stark acoustic ballad struck an emotional chord with many listeners, giving the Boston-based group their first and only No. 1 single. But even back then, “More Than Words” was an outlier. “A lot of our contemporaries had a lot of rock hits and they […]

Motley Crue Legend Reveals Robert Plant Can’t Sing Classic

In the world of rock music, certain collaborations and reunions hold a special place in the hearts of fans. The recent news of John Corabi’s return to The Dead Daisies has sparked excitement and anticipation among rock enthusiasts worldwide. Corabi, known for his time as the vocalist of Mötley Crüe, fronted The Dead Daisies from […]

10 Best Kurt Cobain Songs of All Time

Kurt Cobain, the enigmatic frontman of the influential grunge band Nirvana, left an indelible mark on the music industry with his raw talent and deeply introspective songwriting. Despite his tragic departure from this world at a young age, Cobain’s legacy endures, and his impact on rock music remains immeasurable. Through his distinct blend of blistering […]

Wiz Khalifa Shares ‘See Ya’ Surprise Mixtape Before Touring

Wiz Khalifa is busy preparing for his High School Reunion Tour with Snoop Dogg, but not too busy to share his surprise mixtape, See Ya. The mixtape arrived today featuring 25 new songs with guest appearances from Chevy Woods, Lil Vada, and Young Deji. Wiz had been teasing a project for a while, dropping songs […]

Duff McKagan Announces ‘Lighthouse’ Album and Shares Title Track

Duff McKagan has announced his third solo album, Lighthouse, which he’ll release on Oct. 20. The new LP is available to preorder now in various formats. McKagan is previewing the collection with the title track, which opens the album. You can listen to “Lighthouse” and see the full track listing below. McKagan took a sanguine tone while describing the […]