SLAYER, the Grammy-winning, undisputed kings of thrash/punk/metal, in 2008 joined forces with O'Neal USA, one of the leading manufacturers of motorcycle and BMX accessories, to produce a limited edition of SLAYER helmets that feature the band's distinguished and celebrated artwork.

BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward has thanked the band's fans for their support after he announced that he will not be able to participate in the recording of the reunited group's new album or perform with them on tour unless he is presented with what he described as a "fair agreement" and a "signable contract" that financially reflects his contributions to SABBATH's history and his standing as a fo

Jose Mangin, host/producer MTV.com's web-only show "Headbangers Ball" (and program director/DJ on SiriusXM Octane and Liquid Metal), recently conducted an interview with drummer Mike Mangini and vocalist James LaBrie of progressive metal giants DREAM THEATER.

"American Idol" singer Adam Lambert says that his comments were taken out of context when he was quoted as saying that he will join the legendary British rock band QUEEN for a tour this summer.

Massachusetts metallers SHADOWS FALL have finished recording their seventh album at Zing Studios in Westfield, Massachusetts with longtime friend, producer/engineer and KILLSWITCH ENGAGE/TIMES OF GRACE guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz.

A number of GUNS N' ROSES fans chipped in to buy an LA Weekly ad wishing singer Axl Rose a happy 50th birthday.

ICED EARTH guitarist/mainman Jon Schaffer recently answered a number of questions that were submitted by the band's Iranian fans.

ANTHRAX drummer Charlie Benante has posted the following message on his official web site: "Okay, I gotta get this out...

Stellar Revival will release their new record ‘Love, Lust, And Bad Company‘ on May 8th. Check ‘em out on Facebook.

Saliva have debuted their new single "All Around the World" at this location. The track is the band's first with new front-man Bobby Amaru (ex-Burn Season) who replaced after the departure of Josey Scott last year.

Candlebox will release a new studio album ‘Love Stories and Other Musings‘ on April 3rd.

Downplay have streamed a clip of the track "Bury Myself Alive" at this location. Their latest release 'Beyond the Machine is out now.

Seether’s ‘Remix‘ EP can be streamed in it’s enirity on Spotify. The EP is due on February 7th.

Footage of Korn performing "Narcissistic Cannibal" and "Get Up!" from their appearance on the Jimmy Kimmel Live! show can be viewed at this location.

Pantera will reissue ‘Vulgar Display of Power‘ for it’s 20th Anniversay. The new edition will feature the previously unreleased track “Piss” and is due later this year.

Footage of Evanescence performing "The Other Side" from their appearance on Conan can be streamed here.

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Van Halen accept they can’t write music like they used to, says singer – so they’re keeping ‘safe, mature’ distance [read more]

Memorial photobook added to rock museum collection as long-lost interview confirms iconic 70s frontman had plans to make horror movies [read more]

Crue bassist Nikki reignites his war of words with Godsmack singer as the glam giants prepare for their casino residency [read more]

Former frontman Leach refuses to confirm or deny whether he’ll return – and insists he’ll support band whatever they decide [read more]