Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan offered heartfelt insights into the new Foo Fighters drummer, Josh Freese, in a recent conversation with The Guardian. Amidst the conversation, he also shared poignant memories of the late Taylor Hawkins, painting a vivid picture of the camaraderie they shared. McKagan, in his characteristically candid manner, reflected on the […]
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Casey have revealed details of their third album, ‘How to Disappear’. The new record is set for release on January 12 via Hassle Records and has been heralded by the release of its anthemic title track today. It will also contain the recently released tune ‘Puncture Wounds To Heaven’. Have a listen to the forthcoming […]
According to Pitchfork, guitarist Jeff Schroeder has announced his departure from the iconic rock band, The Smashing Pumpkins, a decision he described as a means to carve out space for a new and different path. Joining the band during its mid-2000s reunion, Schroeder’s tenure with the group has spanned over 16 years, leaving behind a […]
System Of A Down frontman Serj Tankian has revealed he’ll be releasing his memoir in May next year. Image credit: Kevin Winter Titled ‘Down With The System’ (we see what you did there), the nu-metal legend’s book will be available in hardback, audio and e-book via Headline Publishing Group on May 14, 2024. It’s said […]
Creed teased a massive tour announcement during a recent press conference at a Texas Rangers game. It has been noted that The Rangers have found some inspiration from an unlikely source during their postseason run—the rock band Creed, who had quite a run in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Texas has been playing Creed […]
Pendulum have shown their Swiftie credentials, by covering Taylor Swift’s huge hit ‘Anti-Hero’. Image credit: YouTube, triple J (L) / Kevin Winter (R) The Aussie rock and electronic outfit performed the cover as part of triple j’s ‘Like A Version’ series. The band’s frontman Rob Swire explained his reasoning for the choice of track, saying: […]
Pearl Jam, the iconic rock band, is commemorating the tenth anniversary of their tenth studio album, Lightning Bolt, with an exciting auditory revelation. Fans of the band were initially torn when the album was first released on October 15, 2013. Some embraced its fresh direction, while others hesitated to regard it as a classic in […]
When We Were Young Festival brought us an incredible amount of collabs and onstage antics, and 5 Seconds of Summer’s set was no different as they brought out Good Charlotte’s Joel Madden. Image credit: (L-R) Greg Doherty / Corey Perrine 5 Seconds of Summer were working their way through an enthralling set, which opened with […]
Pearl Jam, one of the iconic torchbearers of the ’90s grunge movement, is set to commemorate the 30th anniversary of their groundbreaking 1993 album with ex-drummer Dave Abbruzzese, ‘Vs.,’ in a manner befitting its place in rock history. This anniversary celebration, marked by a series of special releases, is more than just a stroll down […]
Boys Like Girls frontman Martin Johnson guides us through the making of ‘Sunday At Foxwoods’, the band’s first album together in over a decade. Plus, you can pick up the album on hand-signed CD alongside a 7″ vinyl of the single ‘Blood & Sugar’, exclusively through Rock Sound. Head over to SHOP.ROCKSOUND.TV or click on […]










