Author: Tim Musikae

[ad_1] Musicians and metal content creators are rallying behind Nik Nocturnal’s recent announcement of a content hiatus, made earlier today (May 21).The metal YouTuber and guitarist shared a farewell video on his channel, revealing that after 11 years of making content and being in front of the camera, he needs to step back and prioritize his personal life.”I’ve never actually taken the time to just pause,” Nocturnal confessed, alluding to past moments when he used content creation as a way to distract himself from difficult situations. “I should have taken a moment to stop. But as I’ve matured, I’ve realized…

[ad_1] Iron Maiden is known for their extravagant stage performances in heavy metal, but you may want to reconsider recording any moments during their forthcoming European “Run for Your Lives Tour.” In comments from their longtime manager Rod Smallwood, the band is requesting that fans “greatly reduce” phone usage at the upcoming shows. “We genuinely want fans to soak in the experience live, rather than through their small screens,” Smallwood stated in a post on the band’s official website. “The current level of phone usage detracts from the enjoyment, especially for the band who see a sea of phones in…

[ad_1] Photo: Shirlaine Forrest/Getty Images Indeed, New Jersey is not for the faint-hearted. Bruce Springsteen has intensified his feud with Donald Trump by releasing an entire live EP filled with anti-Trump sentiments. Per Variety, the collection includes songs and passionately charged introductions from the opening night of his latest tour. Recorded in Manchester on May 14, Land of Hope and Dreams features four tracks along with two fiery speeches. These remarks led Trump to respond with erratic posts on Truth Social, echoing generalized frustration over issues like Columbus Day. How did the relationship between the Boss and the President turn…

[ad_1] Clyde Chorus, a vibrant three-day multi-venue music celebration commemorating Glasgow’s 850th anniversary and its status as a UNESCO City of Music, has unveiled a lineup of exciting fringe events scheduled for next week, running from Thursday, May 29 to Saturday, May 31, 2025.The festivities kick off on Thursday, May 29, with a lively riverside procession, inviting everyone to take part in a cheerful march along the Clyde. The event begins at 4:45 PM, departing from Millennium Square at Pacific Quay (situated between the BBC and Glasgow Science Centre), featuring dynamic performances by local dance troupes Indepen-dance and YDance before…

[ad_1] Sure! Here’s the rewritten content while keeping the HTML tags intact: Rosé’s latest single “Messy” enters the U.K.’s Official Singles chart at No. 100, marking her lowest … More solo debut thus far, as “Apt.” featuring Bruno Mars holds a much higher position. NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 14: Rosé, also known as Roseanne Park MBE, is spotted in Midtown on October 14, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by TheStewartofNY/GC Images)GC Images Rosé has dropped a new single, typically a reason for celebration and a strong debut on global charts; however, it hasn’t seen much promotion (at…

[ad_1] Here’s the rewritten content with the HTML tags preserved: Open this photo in gallery:Rich Peppiatt, Naoise ó Cairealláin, DJ Provaí, and Mo Chara from Kneecap arrived at the Britain Independent Film Awards in London on December 8, 2024.Thomas Krych/The Canadian PressOn Wednesday, British authorities charged a member of the Irish hip-hop collective Kneecap with a terrorism-related offence, following allegations that he displayed a Hezbollah flag during a performance.The Metropolitan Police reported that 27-year-old Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh faces charges under the Terrorism Act for exhibiting a flag supporting a banned organization. The incident reportedly took place at the Kentish…

[ad_1] Sure! Here’s a rewritten version while keeping the HTML tags intact: A rare and unreleased Limp Bizkit song has come to light, thanks to the newly discovered archives from the Pinkpop festival. This track—known as “Breaking My Back” or “Strain”—was recorded during the band’s performance on May 18, 1997, in the Netherlands, before the launch of their debut album Three Dollar Bill, Y’all.The song has never been officially released or recorded in full and was performed live only a few times before being put aside. With Pinkpop now sharing professionally filmed footage of ’90s performances from Rage Against The…

[ad_1]  ALICE IN CHAINS guitarist/vocalist Jerry Cantrell has unveiled the official music video for the title track of his latest solo album, “I Want Blood”. The LP, co-produced by  Cantrell and  Joe Barresi (known for his work with TOOL, QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE, and MELVINS), was recorded at  Barresi’s  JHOC Studio in Pasadena, California. This album features contributions from prominent bassists  Duff McKagan (GUNS N’ ROSES) and  Robert Trujillo (METALLICA), drummers  Gil Sharone (TEAM SLEEP, STOLEN BABIES) and  Mike Bordin (FAITH NO MORE), along with backing vocals from  Lola Colette and  Greg Puciato (BETTER LOVERS, ex-THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN).Cantrell…

[ad_1] In a recent interview with Made In Metal, IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith discussed his musical partnership with the band’s vocalist, Bruce Dickinson. Adrian shared (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “When Bruce initially joined IRON MAIDEN in ’82, we’d rehearse and then everyone would head home. I was not married at that time, nor was Bruce. However, Bruce and I would grab a beer or play pool afterward, as I was helping him acclimate to the band. I’ve always been a songwriter, so I’d play him riffs, and we began writing songs together. That’s the essence of our musical relationship.…

[ad_1] Sure! Here’s your content rewritten while maintaining the HTML tags: Panda Bear Chris Shonting/Courtesy of the artist hide caption toggle caption Chris Shonting/Courtesy of the artist Set List “Ends Meet” “Anywhere but Here” “Praise” Noah Lennox, known for his work with Animal Collective, has crafted some of the standout albums of the 21st century under his Panda Bear alias. Records such as Person Pitch and Panda Bear Meets the Grim Reaper overflow with creativity and innovation. In his latest album, Lennox navigates various sonic landscapes with remarkable fluidity. “If it feels right, I tend to go along with it…

[ad_1] Arcade Fire’s Pink Elephant fails to make the Billboard 200, marking the band’s first full-length album not … Moreto appear on the charts, even with strong pure sales. MIJAS, SPAIN – AUGUST 31: Singer Win Butler from Arcade Fire performs at Cala Mijas Fest on August 31, 2023 in Mijas, Spain. (Photo by Pablo Gallardo/Redferns)Redferns Over ten years ago, Arcade Fire made waves at the Grammys by winning Album of the Year for The Suburbs. The Canadian rock band became one of the rare independent acts to clinch victory in this highly coveted category during music’s biggest evening. The…

[ad_1] Grinderman, the side endeavor of Nick Cave alongside his Bad Seeds colleagues Warren Ellis, Martyn Casey, and Jim Sclavunos, has revealed reissues of their complete discography. Their three albums—Grinderman (2007), Grinderman 2 (2010), and Grinderman 2 RMX (2012)—are set to be released on environmentally friendly black vinyl on July 18. Digisleeve CD versions will also be available on that date.Formed in 2005, Grinderman served as a raw and primal outlet for Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, echoing the sound of Cave’s early post-punk band, the Birthday Party. The band recorded their self-titled debut under the direction of producer…