Joe is Loudwire's Editor-In-Chief since 2024 and started as a freelancer with the site in 2013. A fan of rock and metal since residing in the womb, raised on GN'R and only the best of the hair metal era, his gateway to everything else came via 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4' where Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast" was in the soundtrack. Nothing has been the same since. Instagram: @icenerveshatter
Joe DiVita
Halestorm Book ‘Halloween Scream’ 2017 Tour With Starset + New Years Day
In the month leading up to rock's favorite holiday, Halestorm will headline the 'Halloween Scream 2017 U.S. tour.
The Contortionist Announce ‘Clairvoyant’ Album, Release Video for Ethereal ‘Reimagined’
The Contortionist continue their musical evolution with the new track 'Reimagined,' which is featured on the forthcoming 'Clairvoyant' album.
Chris Cornell’s Manager Recalls Singer Being ‘Happy and Optimistic’ as Ever in Months Before Death
Chris Cornell's manager has weighed in on the unexpected death of Chris Cornell, stating the singer was in good spirits in recent months.
Soundgarden’s ‘Black Hole Sun’ Covered by 225-Person Choir
This cover of the Soundgarden classic is one moving tribute to the late Chris Cornell.
Pierce the Veil + Sum 41 Offer Up Second Behind the Scenes Look at the ‘We Will Detonate’ Tour [Exclusive Video]
Pierce the Veil and Sum 41 take fans on and off the stage as they continue their 'We Will Detonate' tour.
Beastmaker, ‘Inside the Skull’ – Exclusive Album Stream + Interview
If you like riffs, horror and doom, this exclusive album stream of Beastmaker's 'Inside the Skull' is just what you need.
Nickelback’s ‘Silver Side Up,’ ‘The Long Road’ + ‘All the Right Reasons’ to Be Reissued on Vinyl
Three of Nickelback's biggest albums that were instrumental to their massive worldwide success will be reissued on vinyl through Rhino Records.
Goatwhore Announce Headlining 2017 North American Tour With Anciients
As they prepare to release their new album, 'Vengeful Ascension,' Goatwhore will embark on a headlining tour with Anciients as support.
James Hetfield: Technical Issue During Metallica + Lady Gaga Grammy Performance Was ‘A Blessing’
Time heals all wounds as James Hetfield reflected on the microphone mishap during Metallica's Grammy performance with Lady Gaga, calling it 'a blessing.'
Danzig Takes One ‘Last Ride’ in Dark + Bluesy New Song
'Last Ride' is a classic sounding Danzig track with a permeating dark atmosphere guided by Glenn's soulful croon.