Monthly Archives: February 2025

Dååth Tap Cynic’s Paul Masvidal For Cover Track

Dååth Tap Cynic’s Paul Masvidal For Cover Of Air’s “Run” Band Photo: Cynic (?) Progressive death metal outfit Dååth have released their rendition of Run, originally by French electronic duo Air. This reimagined version features Cynic’s Paul Masvidal on vocals and guitar, with mixing handled by Igorrr mastermind Gautier Serre. Dååth guitarist Eyal Levi shared […]

Metallica Singer Allegedly ‘Cheats’ Playing Live

While speaking about the many injuries he has suffered throughout his career in a recent interview with Laughingmonkeymusic, Exodus’ Gary Holt made the claim that Metallica’s James Hetfield “cheats” while strumming his guitar in order to make it easier on himself when playing “brutal,” fast paced, riffs. “We all cheat,” Holt said. “We’re f*cking 60 […]

10 Best Eddie Vedder Songs of All Time

Eddie Vedder, the iconic voice of Pearl Jam and a celebrated solo artist, has carved a remarkable legacy in the world of rock music. With his deep, resonant voice and unparalleled ability to convey raw emotion, Vedder has captivated audiences for decades. Whether fronting the grunge revolution of the ’90s or exploring introspective themes in […]

Johnny Venus & 6lack Share Sweet Song ‘So Beautiful’

You know, seeing that Johnny Venus — also known as Olu of Earthgang — had a new love song out featuring Spillage Village compatriot 6lack, you might have thought you’d hear 6lack doing the crooning and Olu rapping. As it turns out, “So Beautiful” does things the other way around (a nice example of how […]

Paul Stanley Defends Exclusion of Kiss Alumni at Farewell Show

Paul Stanley has explained why no former members of Kiss appeared at or were mentioned at the group’s final concert. The Dec. 2, 2023 show featured Stanley and co-founding bassist Gene Simmons joined by the group’s most recent and longest-tenured lead guitarist and drummer: Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer. Although they were occasionally featured in […]

PRESIDENT Teases Music Ahead Of Download Festival Performance

UPDATE: 27/02/25 A new teaser video from PRESIDENT has just been posted to Instagram. With the caption reading ‘We All Choose To Find Hope’, the short clip sees a figure stood at a church altar with their back turned to the camera, before the phrase ‘In The Name Of The Father’ appears. Watch it below: […]

Kevin Liles, Def Jam and UMG Sued by Woman for Sexual Assault

Longtime music executive Kevin Liles, Def Jam Recordings and Universal Music Group are reportedly being sued by a woman for sexual assault. Former Def Jam Employee Accuses Kevin Liles of Rape On Thursday (Feb. 27), Variety broke the news that an anonymous female accuser recently filed the suit in New York Supreme Court claiming she was sexually […]

5 New Wave Bands That Belong in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s history with ‘80s new wave acts has been inconsistent and, at times, downright head-scratching. Several of the genre’s biggest artists have now been inducted, but there’s seemingly been no rhyme or reason as to how long they’ve had to wait. Talking Heads got the Hall call in the […]