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LAMB OF GOD's MARK MORTON: 'EDDIE VAN HALEN Is The Sole Reason I Ever Dreamed Of Playing Guitar'
LAMB OF GOD's Mark Morton has paid tribute to Eddie Van Halen, who died earlier today (Tuesday, October 6) at the age of 65. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist's death was confirmed by his son, and VAN HALEN bassist, Wolfgang Van Halen. Morton said in a statement: "Edward Van Halen is the world's gre...October 6, 2020
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EDDIE VAN HALEN's Ex-Wife VALERIE BERTINELLI: 'I'm So Grateful WOLFIE And I Were Able To Hold You In Your Last Moments'
Eddie Van Halen's ex-wife Valerie Bertinelli has paid tribute to the iconic guitarist who died earlier today (Tuesday, October 6) at the age of 65. His death was confirmed by Eddie and Valerie's son, VAN HALEN bassist Wolfgang Van Halen. Earlier today, Valerie shared a photo of her, Eddie and Wolfga...October 6, 2020
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DEF LEPPARD's JOE ELLIOTT And VIVIAN CAMPBELL Pay Tribute To EDDIE VAN HALEN
DEF LEPPARD's Joe Elliott and Vivian Campbell have paid tribute to Eddie Van Halen, who died earlier today (Tuesday, October 6) at the age of 65. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist's death was confirmed by his son, and VAN HALEN bassist, Wolfgang Van Halen. Elliott said in a statement: "I saw VAN HAL...October 6, 2020
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Rockers React To Passing Of EDDIE VAN HALEN
Paul Stanley (KISS),Gene Simmons (KISS),David Coverdale (WHITESNAKE),Neal Schon (JOURNEY),Richie Faulkner (JUDAS PRIEST) and Flea (RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS) are among the rockers who have reacted on social media to the passing of Eddie Van Halen. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist died earlier today...October 6, 2020
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EDDIE VAN HALEN Dead At 65
Eddie Van Halen has passed away after a long battle with cancer. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist was 65 years old. His death was confirmed by his son, and VAN HALEN bassist, Wolfgang Van Halen. Wolfgang wrote: "I can't believe I'm having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has...October 6, 2020
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VAN HALEN: Officially Licensed Face Masks Now Available
VAN HALEN has released officially licensed face masks. They are available in four different designs, including a neck gaiter, which can also be worn as a neck warmer, headband, bandana or wristband. An awesome spin on the classic face mask, these feature elastic ear loops with an adjustable toggle f...October 6, 2020
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BLACK SABBATH's GEEZER BUTLER Is Working On A Book
In a new interview with Ricky Aarons from Australia's Wall Of Sound, BLACK SABBATH bassist Geezer Butler spoke about how he has been spending his downtime during the COVID-19 pandemic. He said: "This is the longest I have been home in fifty years. My dogs and cats are loving it — not so much my wife...October 6, 2020
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MEGADETH, ANTHRAX Members Guest On 'Metal For Kids United''s Cover Of DEEP PURPLE's 'Burn'
"Metal For Kids United - All-Star Charity Jam" will celebrate its fifth anniversary with the worldwide release of an all-star video jam tribute to the fathers of heavy metal with an extended version of DEEP PURPLE's classic "Burn", featuring 25 metal artists from around the world. The Italian organi...October 5, 2020
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QUIET RIOT's CHUCK WRIGHT On FRANKIE BANALI: 'We Were The Best Hard Rock Rhythm Section Of The '80s Era'
QUIET RIOT bassist Chuck Wright says that his bandmate Frankie Banali was "a very unique and special human being." Frankie was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer on April 17, 2019 and given six months to live. He put up an inspiringly brave and courageous 16-month battle to the end and contin...October 5, 2020
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GEDDY LEE Says 'There Are Really No Unreleased RUSH Songs That Were Worth A Damn'
RUSH bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee discussed the band's longevity in a new interview with Canada's National Post. "We had a long career; we always went our own way; we weren't afraid to laugh at ourselves — that sense of humour was definitely something we made sure was present in our live shows," he sa...October 5, 2020
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MOTÖRHEAD Releases 'Faces Of Lemmy' Face Masks
MOTÖRHEAD has released a "Faces Of Lemmy" three-pack, a package of three cotton masks with two ear loops and images of late frontman Lemmy Kilmister's face across the entire design. The set of face masks can be purchased from the band's official store for just $20. Lemmy died in December 2015 at the...October 4, 2020
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DAVE MUSTAINE: New MEGADETH Album Is 'One Of The Most Ferocious Records We've Done' Since 'Rust In Peace'
MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine, who went public with his throat cancer diagnosis in June 2019, spoke to Mankato, Minnesota's "The Five Count" radio show about the progress of the recording sessions for the band's follow-up to 2016's "Dystopia" album. Asked for an update on his health, he said (hear...October 4, 2020
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SUPERJOINT Bassist Doesn't Know If Band Is Retired: 'I Have No Idea'
SUPERJOINT bassist Stephen Taylor says that he has "no idea" if the band will ever make more music or tour again. SUPERJOINT's latest album, "Caught Up In The Gears Of Application", came out in November 2016 via singer Philip Anselmo's Housecore record label. Since then, Anselmo and Taylor have focu...October 3, 2020
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WARRIOR SOUL To Release 'Cocaine And Other Good Stuff' Covers Album
WARRIOR SOUL will release a covers album called "Cocaine And Other Good Stuff" on November 13 via Livewire/Cargo Records. The LP will be preceded by a single, "Elected", on October 9. "Cocaine And Other Good Stuff" is an incendiary compilation of songs that everyone in the band, both current and pre...October 2, 2020
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JOHN BUSH On FRANKIE BANALI's Battle With Pancreatic Cancer: 'Nobody Needs To Go Out That Way'
ARMORED SAINT singer John Bush has reflected on the passing of QUIET RIOT drummer Frankie Banali. Banali, who joined QUIET RIOT in 1982 and played on its breakthrough album, 1983's "Metal Health", the first heavy metal LP to top Billboard's album chart, died in August after a 16-month battle with pa...September 29, 2020
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