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Richie Kotzen looks back on life in Poison, Mr Big, the Winery Dogs and more
Richie Kotzen has just arrived in Europe for a lengthy tour, with UK dates in July
Richie Kotzen has just arrived in Europe for a lengthy tour, with UK dates in July
Pop stars rarely cut their teeth in anarcho-punk and jazz-fusions bands, but then Björk isn't like other pop stars
Ministry might be looking to bow out after their next album, but they leave behind one of metal's most colourful and event-filled legacies. We asked frontman Al Jourgensen to look back on his life
In the late 70s, rock music was given a steel-booted kick up the backside by a new breed of band. The NWOBHM would go on to rule Britannia – and the world
Bright & Black have made one of this year's most compelling albums. We found out how it all came together
When Nightwish dismissed their lead singer via open letter, the fallout was so public and intense that even the Finnish prime minister got involved
Slayer guitarist Kerry King on his old band, his new band, his new solo album, humanity’s failure, and the pressure of going solo
From thrash revivalists to modern metal supergroup, this is Sylosis’ spotless back-catalogue in reverse-order of excellence
What happened when an Italian rock star got together with Motörhead, Uriah Heap, Slade and more to record as The European Team
On December 31, 1973, the fledgling AC/DC saw in the New Year by playing their very first gig at a bar in Sydney
P.O.D.'s fusion of rap and metal might pre-date nu metal, but the San Diego band still blew up when the genre rose to success. We asked them to take us for a tour of the city they call home
From Lars Ulrich to Lzzy Hale, these are the rare metal musicians who hit the big time on their very first go
As they start their Melodies Of Atonement campaign, Leprous leader Einar Solberg tells all about the emotional journey behind the prog metal stars’ upcoming album
From sword'n'sorcery loving power metallers All For Metal to Will Putney's all-star metalcore mob END, these are the bands you need to hear in June 2024
Released on May 31, 1994, Beastie Boys' fourth album Ill Communication sounds like the most fun you can have with your clothes on
Bury Tomorrow, Leprous and Puscifer are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite!
Protecting our hearing at concerts or when playing live is vital, so here are five important factors to consider when investing in a new pair of earplugs
Hearing damage doesn't just affect live music fans - years of touring can also take their toll on artists. Here are six who have spoken about the negative impact loud music has had on their health
Sebastian Bach pulls no punches answering your questions on everything from celebrity feuds to Skid Row regrets and hopes for the future