Stef Lach
Stef wrote close to 5000 stories during his time as Assistant Online News Editor and, later, as Online News Editor at Louder's former incarnation, TeamRock, between 2014-2016. An accomplished reporter and journalist, Stef has written extensively for a number of UK newspapers including The Herald and the Glasgow Times, and also played bass with UK rock favourites Logan. His favourite bands are Pixies and Clap Your Hands Say Yeah. Stef left the world of rock'n'roll news behind when he moved to his beloved Canada in 2016, setting just outside of Toronto, Ontario. He returned to Louder as a contributing news writer in late 2022, with his next 5,000 stories now firmly in his sights.
Latest articles by Stef Lach

"He had all the best qualities you’d want in somebody." Zakk Wylde speaks about Ozzy Osbourne for the first time since his death
By Stef Lach published
Zakk Wylde sings the praises of late friend Ozzy and says his toughness was among his most impressive qualities

Watch video for new Megadeth single Tipping Point
By Stef Lach published
Tipping Point is the 1st single from Megadeth's upcoming final album

"This is by no means the end of my path as a musician." Trivium part ways with drummer Alex Bent
By Stef Lach published
Drummer of 9 years splits with Trivium hours before Aftershock Festival show – Sepultura's Greyson Nekrutman steps in

"You forgot the bass!" Metallica's ...And Justice For All producer recalls his shock at hearing album's final mixes
By Stef Lach published
Flemming Rasmussen produced Metallica's ...And Justice For All and was as surprised as anyone else by the bass guitar sound

AC/DC smashed "permitted noise level" during Edinburgh show
By Stef Lach published
AC/DC performed at Murrayfield Stadium in the Scottish capital in the summer and – surprise, surprise – they were very loud

The Cure announce huge summer 2026 UK and Ireland shows with star-studded supporting cast
By Stef Lach published
Mogwai, Slowdive, The Twilight Sad and more will support The Cure in Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh and Manchester in 2026

Sonic Youth are teasing fans with the promise of something coming in 2026
By Stef Lach published
Band's official social media accounts make a Washing Machine-related post – which is shared by Kim Gordon

Brian May says Queen are "having conversations" about a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere
By Stef Lach published
Queen guitarist May wants to put on a "stupendous" run at shows at the revolutionary venue in Nevada

Judas Priest singer Rob Halford reveals he got married last year in front of a small group of friends and a "heavy metal cactus"
By Stef Lach published
The Metal God Rob Halford tied the knot with his long-term partner in a simple, private ceremony

"It's been a really amazing and bittersweet process." Matt Cameron on the emotion of making a new Soundgarden album using demo vocals recorded by the late Chris Cornell
By Stef Lach published
Work on a final Soundgarden album is about 70% complete – and it has been tough for the band to hear Cornell's voice "loud and clear"

"You're surrendering your senses completely to this little fascist in your hand." Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson really hates mobile phones
By Stef Lach published
Iron Maiden singer despises cell phones at gigs and doesn't want to perform for "a bunch of Android twerps"

The Darkness' Justin Hawkins responds to backlash over his criticism of Yungblud's Ozzy tribute
By Stef Lach published
Justin Hawkins and brother Dan said some things about Yungblud that angered fans – but The Darkness frontman is doubling down

BBC announces rescheduled Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home documentary will be broadcast on October 2
By Stef Lach published
Airing of documentary focussed on last chapter of Ozzy's life was delayed at the request of his grieving family

Nikki Sixx says Mick Mars' claims that Motley Crue don't play live are a "betrayal to the band who saved his life"
By Stef Lach published
Mick Mars' bitter feud with Motley Crue rumbles on as bassist Nikki Sixx dismisses backing track accusations

Foo Fighters return to stage for first time in a year with intimate last-minute show in California
By Stef Lach published
Foo Fighters announce show at 900-capacity venue in San Luis Obispo tonight (Saturday, September 13)

"We're probably the truest form of rock and roll there is." P.O.D.'s Marcos Curiel says the band are done trying to prove themselves
By Stef Lach published
P.O.D. guitarist says the band have stayed relevant by not following musical trends

The Who add one 'final' date to their North American farewell tour
By Stef Lach published
The Who will say goodbye to North America with a show in Greater Palm Springs, California, on Wednesday, October 1

"I had to learn to walk again." Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil reveals he had a stroke in December
By Stef Lach published
Issue that led to Motley Crue postponing Las Vegas residency had doctors doubting Vince Neil would ever perform again

"Being a rock star is overrated." Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx is falling out of love with touring
By Stef Lach published
Despite being pretty much the definition of a rock star, Motley Crue's Nikki Sixx has had enough of life on the road

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl to be honoured at LA gala for his volunteer work with people experiencing homelessness
By Stef Lach published
Former Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl's passionate service to local community will be recognised at Hope in the City of Angels gala

“Dear Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, we know what love is." Foreigner make their case to play at upcoming celebrity wedding
By Stef Lach published
Foreigner make public appeal to be the wedding band for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding

Watch unearthed 1991 Metallica interview in which they insist they are not a thrash metal band
By Stef Lach published
Restored interview not seen in decades features Lars Ulrich and James Hetfield speaking shortly before Black Album is released

Spiritbox, Turnstile, Cassyette, Disturbed and more to feature on heavy soundtrack to EA Sports' NHL 26
By Stef Lach published
EA Sports' new ice hockey game NHL 26 to feature soundtrack led by rock and metal acts
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