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Gibson Unveils Sully Erna Les Paul Studio Guitar

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:10:59 +0000

With years of success as a member of Godsmack and a burgeoning solo career, Sully Erna is being honored by Gibson with his own signature guitar. The legendary guitar makers recently revealed their Sully Erna Les Paul Studio model. The guitar, seen below, is ebony black with a pearlescent Godsmack sun emblem emblazoned on the body, paying homage [...]

Aerosmith, Godsmack + More Step Up for 'Boston Strong' Benefit Concert

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 03 May 2013 17:20:23 +0000

In the wake of the tragic bombings at the Boston Marathon on April 15, the local community has sprung into action, raising funds for those impacted by the devastation. Now, several bands with ties to the bay state are stepping up to participate in the ‘Boston Strong: An Evening of Support and Celebration’ benefit show on May 30 at the TD Garden, with net ticket proceeds donated to The One Fund Boston.

First Sully Erna Photos From 'Army of the Damned' Surface

Chad Childers — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:43:14 +0000

Filming is about to get underway on the upcoming movie 'Army of the Damned' with Godsmack's Sully Erna playing one of the lead roles. In the film, he's a police sheriff named Bridge who uncovers more than he bargained for when answering a domestic disturbance call. Erna, making his feature film debut, has been taking part in rehearsals and some of the first photos from the film with the singer in his role have surfaced online. They can be seen below.

Godsmack's Sully Erna to Make Feature Film Acting Debut in 'Army of the Damned'

Chad Childers — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:36:53 +0000

Godsmack's time off is giving the band members to spread their wings a little and explore some of their passions. For frontman Sully Erna, that means he's getting the opportunity to branch out to the big screen. The vocalist has signed on to make his feature film acting debut in the upcoming Woodhaven Pictures film 'Army of the Damned.'

Godsmack, Limp Bizkit + Sebastian Bach Booked for Canada's 2013 Boonstock Music & Arts Festival

Chad Childers — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:51:11 +0000

The worlds of hard rock and electronic music don't cross paths that frequently, but at Canada's upcoming Boonstock festival, there will be a full-on collision of the two genres. Booked for June 27-30 over the Canada Day weekend, the festival will take place in Gibbons, Alberta, with Godsmack, Limp Bizkit and Sebastian Bach leading the way.

Godsmack's Sully Erna Takes 'Avalon' Golden Ticket Winner to Catalina Island

Chad Childers — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 16:19:28 +0000

Godsmack's Sully Erna is proud of his deeply personal solo record 'Avalon,' so much so that he's planned special trips for a handful of fans that purchased the box set edition of his disc. Erna included "golden tickets" with select box sets that would provide the winner with one of five luxury trips to a special location. The cameras joined Sully and his significant other Joanna as they met with the first winner -- Jeremy Hodge Costello and his girlfriend Carlye -- at California's Catalina Island just last week (March 1-3).

Godsmack, Van Halen + Avenged Sevenfold to Headline Wisconsin's 2013 Rock USA Festival

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 22:40:59 +0000

The annual Rock USA Festival set for this summer in Oshkosh, Wis., has expanded to a four-day event this year, scheduled for July 17-20. The nonstop rock fest that promises to “break a few rules” just announced its lineup with an eclectic mix of headliners ranging from Avenged Sevenfold and Godsmack to Bret Michaels and Van Halen.

Godsmack's Sully Erna Revisits Poker Passion

Chad Childers — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:37:08 +0000

Godsmack's planned year-long break in the schedule is not only giving frontman Sully Erna a chance to pursue his solo career, but he's also taking the time to revive one of his other passions -- poker.

Godsmack's Sully Erna Announces Dates for 2013 Solo East Coast Tour

Chad Childers — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:21:17 +0000

Godsmack may be taking some time off, but that doesn't mean that Sully Erna is slowing down any. The vocalist has just announced six new East Coast solo shows where he'll continue to promote his 'Avalon' solo album.

Godsmack's Sully Erna Pulls Out of Texas Marathon Due to Injury

Liz Ramanand — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 21:30:09 +0000

After announcing his participation in the San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll marathon a couple of months ago, Godsmack frontman Sully Erna has been forced to pull out of the Nov. 11 race as the result of an unspecified injury.