Joe DiVita

5 days ago | loudwire.com | Joe DiVita

YouTube: Beardo and WeirdoSHARETWEETIn the latest episode of the Beardo and Weirdo podcast with comedian Craig Gass and Five Finger Death Punch bassist Chris Kael, the co-hosts were joined by legendary heavy metal figures — Slayer's Kerry King and Metal Blade Records founder Brian Slagel. Naturally, the talking points are endless with such prominent icons in the metal world and, in the clip below, the focus is on the early days for both King and Slagel.

6 days ago | loudwire.com | Joe DiVita

provided by AtomSplitter PRSHARETWEETHere's 10 of the most essential rock and metal bands from France, chosen by Nicolas Delestrade, bassist for French progressive metalcore group Novelists. From black metal to pop-punk, the historic European country has been reliably churning out heavy music for decades. However, with its veterans still going strong and legions of new artists contending for tomorrow's crown, France is arguably enjoying its finest share of rock and metal exports than ever before.

1 week ago | loudwire.com | Joe DiVita

Ronen GordonSHARETWEETHere's five things we learned from the Musicians Institute In Conversation Series with Iron Maiden legend Bruce Dickinson, presented by Z2 and Loudwire. Hosted by respected music industry veteran Ryan J. Downey, the basis of the interview was centered around The Mandrake Project, which is both Dickinson's latest solo album and ongoing comic series in partnership with Z2.

1 week ago | loudwire.com | Joe DiVita

YouTube: Beardo and WeirdoSHARETWEETIn the latest episode of the Beardo and Weirdo podcast with comedian Craig Gass and Five Finger Death Punch bassist Chris Kael, we learn of Kael's awakening to the true genius of Metallica and how to do comedy like a rock star. Talking about close friends who have been a part of his life long before he joined one of the world's biggest hard rock bands, Kael recalls auditioning for a band after having spent two whole months learning how to play bass.

1 week ago | 1063thebuzz.com | Joe DiVita

Two more big name artists have been added to Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath's Back to the Beginning farewell concert and the moment will provide added significance for both beyond the salute to the metal legends. Aerosmith's Steven Tyler and the living members of Soundgarden have been added to the lineup for the July 5 performance at Villa Park in Birmingham, England. For both acts, it will be a rare opportunity to see them onstage again.