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Phil Buerstatte, Drummer for White Zombie and Last Crack, Dies at 44

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:36:08 +0000

Sad news to report as one-timeÂ White ZombieÂ drummer Phil Buerstatte has passed away at 44 years old. The stickman was also a member of the band Last Crack. Buerstatte was a member of White Zombie from 1992-1994, hitting the road with the iconic industrial act for its ‘La Sexorcisto’ tour. The percussionist also recorded three songs [...]

Megadeth Unveil New Song 'Kingmaker' + 'Super Collider' Album Track Listing

Chad Childers — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:27:54 +0000

Little by little, Megadeth are unveiling more pieces to their upcoming album, 'Super Collider.' But by no means is the latest gem from the band "little." Megadeth come rocking out of the gates with the new song, 'Kingmaker,' which has surfaced online ahead of the band's 'Super Collider' album release along with the disc's full track listing.

Megadeth Frontman Dave Mustaine Addresses His Reputation and Being Misunderstood

Chad Childers — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:47:28 +0000

Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine has spent his fair share of time making headlines over the years, and not always in a positive light, but the rocker says that in a lot of cases he's been misunderstood and he feels his reputation has suffered as a result.

Robin Finck Rejoins Nine Inch Nails

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:07:50 +0000

On May 15, bassist Eric Avery revealed that he had left the newly resurrected Nine Inch Nails. Avery, a founding member of Jane's Addiction, recently spent a year on the road with Garbage, leaving the musician "overwhelmed" at the prospect of hitting the road again with Nine Inch Nails. Avery's departure left NIN fans deflated, but thankfully, on Trent Reznor's birthday no less, the Nine Inch Nails mastermind has announced the return of classic member Robin Finck.

Black Sabbath Perform 'End of the Beginning' on 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:28:29 +0000

After much anticipation, Black Sabbath finally premiered the new track 'End of the Beginning' on CBS cop drama 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.' Sabbath got some pretty good TV time on the program, performing the new song before vocalist Ozzy Osbourne showed off his acting chops during an after-show interview.

Brian 'Head' Welch Performs First Full Set With Korn Since 2005 Departure

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:25:57 +0000

Last night (May 15), Brian 'Head' Welch returned to the stage with Korn to perform his first full set with the band since leaving the multiplatinum act in 2005. A packed crowd in Belle Vernon, Pa., were the lucky bunch to witness Welch's return, and we've got all the details from the gig for you to sink your teeth into.

Slayer Announce Los Angeles Memorial Celebration in Honor of Guitarist Jeff Hanneman

Chad Childers — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:40:37 +0000

The music world has been rocked by the death of Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman and there will now be a place for his family, peers and fans to come together to mourn his loss and celebrate his life. The Jeff Hanneman Memorial Celebration is scheduled for May 23 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.

Black Sabbath Shown Behind the Scenes of Upcoming 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation' Cameo

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:32:07 +0000

If you're a fan of both Black Sabbath and 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,' you're about to be given both an eyegasm and eargasm all at once! The legendary heavy metal band will be appearing on the season finale performing a new song "End of the Beginning,' but here's a behind-the-scenes clip that you can check out right now.

Metallica Offer Preview of 'Kirk's Crypt' Exhibit at Upcoming 2013 Orion Music + More Festival

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:53:02 +0000

Metallica's second Orion Music + More Festival is creeping up on us as summer draws near. To get fans pumped for the diverse fest, Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett has revealed a mass of details about the 'Kirk's Crypt' exhibit, which will include meet + greets, Hammett's massive collection of vintage horror film posters and more.

As I Lay Dying Singer's Divorce Papers Reveal Wife's Concern Over Recent Behavior

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:28:50 +0000

More details have emerged in the case of As I Lay Dying frontman Tim Lambesis, who was arrested earlier this week in a murder-for-hire plot in which he allegedly sought someone to kill his estranged wife Meggan. The couple's divorce papers offer some perspective on the situation and bring to light Meggan's concerns over Tim's recent behavior in relation to parenting their three adopted children from Ethiopia.