Metal

Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine says he wants to form a Megadeth/Metallica supergroup. He told Texas radio station 97.1 The Eagle Rocks, “I’ve talked to Lars and James about me and David doing a supergroup record with Lars and James. “Well, James said ‘no,’ but it’s still kind of out there in the air,” he said. “I’m gonna keep hammering on him...

Thrash metal fans worldwide should most definitely start preparing themselves as the iconic Metallica announce four 30 year anniversary shows to mark their first performances back in California. The band promise a special and unique couple of performances, with the insanely low price of $6 (or £3.60!) for a ticket – the price of a ticket to their old gigs...

A rock band wouldn’t be complete without a great drummer. Sometimes drummers play other instruments on the album, sing (back) vocals and co-write the songs as well. But we most appreciate those impressive drum solos. It’s a given that they value sound quality, comfort and customization. It’s time to look at the brands of their choice: Tico Torres – Bon...

James Hetfield's acceptance speech included a cool story about being forced to choose between football and music. James Hetfield struggled with family problems during the two years he spent at Downey High School in Downey, CA. At the time he had no idea he would go on to sell a million records as the singer and a guitar player in...

Lou Reed is about to take a walk on the wild side with Metallica. A few months ago, guitarist Kirk Hammett hinted that a new record was “not really 100 percent a Metallica record.” And so yesterday, the California-based heavy metal rockers revealed in a statement on their website that they have completed a full-length album with the legendary Velvet...