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

"It got so blown out of proportion." Slash on Axl's latest outburst and "killer" new Guns N' Roses drummer Isaac Carpenter
By Stef Lach published
New Guns N' Roses drummer Isaac Carpenter not to blame for Axl Rose's latest onstage meltdown

Jon Bon Jovi hangs with fans on the tube as he prepares for long-awaited return to touring
By Stef Lach published
Commuters on London Underground were stunned to bump into Jon Bon Jovi – "Rock legends take the tube too"

"She was not a Rush fan." Geddy Lee on Anika Nilles, who will attempt to fill the very big shoes of Neil Peart
By Stef Lach published
Geddy Lee says new Rush drummer Anika Nilles did not grow up a fan of the band – but she is shining in the role

"I don't think it would be the right environment for a proper rock and roll show." Guns N' Roses man Slash on Las Vegas Sphere
By Stef Lach published
A Guns N' Roses residency at Las Vegas' groundbreaking Sphere venue seems unlikely

Limp Bizkit bass player Sam Rivers dead at 48
By Stef Lach published
Limp Bizkit mourn the loss of their "heartbeat" as bassist Sam Rivers dies at the age of 48

Slipknot are suing anonymous owner of the slipknot.com domain name
By Stef Lach published
The metal giants have been using slipknot1.com for more than 20 years as someone else owns the preferred web address

Avenged Sevenfold's M. Shadows records video message for freed Israeli hostages
By Stef Lach published
Two Israeli hostages freed after peace deal are huge Avenged Sevenfold fans – and they received a personal message from frontman

No Doubt add 6 dates to Las Vegas Sphere residency after "incredible" response from fans
By Stef Lach published
No Doubt's Vegas Sphere residency has doubled from 6 dates to 12 with fans clamouring for tickets

Two men arrested on suspicion of murder after Lostprophets singer and convicted paedophile Ian Watkins killed in prison
By Stef Lach published
Ex girlfriend who helped bring Ian Watkins to justice describes his death as "a relief"

Watch unmasked Ghost frontman Tobias Forge perform with Swedish star Lars Winnerbäck
By Stef Lach published
Ghost mainman Tobias Forge was a surprise guest for Swedish musician Lars Winnerbäck's at show in Linköping

Mayor of Belgian municipality reportedly cancels Disturbed show over singer David Draiman's stance on Gaza conflict
By Stef Lach published
Disturbed's David Draiman has been vocal in his support of Israel – and it now appears to be hurting his band's bottom line

Watch unmasked Slipknot in soundcheck ahead of year 2000 show in South Dakota
By Stef Lach published
Rare footage of unmasked Slipknot at the peak of their early powers has found its way onto the internet

Joan Jett and the Blackhearts drummer Thommy Price dead at 68
By Stef Lach published
Thommy Price also worked with Blue Oyster Cult, Billy Idol, Debbie Harry, Roger Daltrey, Ronnie Wood and more

Tattoo designer says Sleep Token's record label had her Instagram shut down over alleged copyright infringement
By Stef Lach published
Fans have hit out at the action taken by Sleep Token's label and management firm

Watch video for new Rob Zombie single Punks and Demons taken from upcoming album The Great Satan
By Stef Lach published
Rob Zombie's 8th album will be released in February 2026. Watch video for new single Punks and Demons

"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"
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