Sebastian Bach Caught In Guns N' Roses Crossfire

"I just played with Duff and Matt Sorum in a band called the Rock'n'Roll Allstars with Gene Simmons and Joe Elliott. I'm also friends with Axl, and I don't want to piss off either side," Bach tells CleveScene. "When I stick up for Axl, Duff gets mad at me. When I stick up for Duff, Axl gets mad at me. It's totally true." He has a lot more to say.

Band Stops Label From Going After File-Sharing Fans

All Shall Perish were surprised back in April when they discovered that 80 people were facing up to $150,000 in damages in a lawsuit for sharing one of the band's albums via BitTorrent.

At the time that news of the lawsuit surfaced the band told fans on their Facebook page: "ALL SHALL PERISH ISN'T SUING ANYONE, least of all our fans. No idea what this blog is talking about. WE AREN'T SUING ANYONE. We have no knowledge of any lawsuit. Our management and legal representation know nothing about it. Nobody from this blog contacted us to ask about it, either. We are looking into it and exploring our options."

Last week the band's label announced: "Nuclear Blast also respects bands such as All Shall Perish that do not wish to pursue file sharers. All Shall Perish was not consulted about this course of action and did not wish to participate in it whatsoever. When they learned about it, they immediately asked us to cease all legal action against their fans, file traders or otherwise, as soon as they learned this action had been taken in their name. Therefore Nuclear Blast and World Digital Rights decided recently to stop legal actions against the file sharing with songs from the band All Shall Perish." Read the label's full statement.

Iron Maiden Vs Texting 'Wanker'

(hennemusic) Iron Maiden are halfway through the North American portion of their "Maiden England World Tour."

On Thursday, Maiden rolled into Indianapolis for a show at the Klipsch Music Center, along with tour mate Alice Cooper.

During their headlining set, Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson busted a fan for not paying attention. "Oh, for f***'s sake, the man the white shirt, you've been texting for the last three f***ing songs! You're a wanker!," said Dickinson to wild applause at the opening of "Wasted Years." Check out video here.

Staind Not Breaking Up

Staind frontman Aaron Lewis reassures fans in a new interview that the band is just taking a break and they will return.

"We've got this next tour and we might do something next year and then we're going to take a little break for a second," he tells Billboard.

"We're not breaking up. We're not gonna stop making music. We're just going to take a little hiatus that really hasn't ever been taken in our career. We put out seven records in 14 years. We've been pretty busy." Read the Billboard report here.

Iwrestledabearonce Singer Permanently Gone?

It looks like Krysta Cameron's absence from Iwrestledabearonce may be permanent, this according to a comment in an interview with the band.

Earlier this month the band announced that they had recruited Courtney LaPlante to sing for them on this summer's Warp tour after their singer Krysta Cameron discovered she was pregnant.

However, Propertyofzack.com asked the band "Krysta being pregnant I would imagine makes the band re-imagine some things. What may change until she's ready to go again? Or might she leave permanently?" and bass player Mike "Ricky" Martin responded "I'm going to say she's permanently gone." But Mikey Montgomery added "Fingers crossed though." You can read the full interview here.

Judas Priest Including Us Fest DVD on Screaming 30th Anniversary Edition

(hennemusic) Judas Priest are marking the 30th Anniversary of their 1982 album, "Screaming For Vengeance," with an expanded version of the release, which is due on September 4 (one day earlier internationally).

"Screaming For Vengeance – Special 30th Anniversary Edition" will feature not only the remastered original album plus bonus tracks, but also a live DVD from the 1983 US Festival show, filmed in San Bernardino, CA on May 29, 1983.

The US Festival was intended to be a celebration of evolving technologies; a marriage of music, computers, television and people — organized by Steve Wozniak, formerly of Apple. The "Screaming For Vengeance – Special 30th Anniversary Edition" live DVD was filmed at the second, and what turned out to be last, US Festival in 1983. Headlined by Van Halen, Sunday was the Heavy Metal Day, billed as "the day new wave died and rock 'n' roll took over." It set the single-day concert attendance record for the U.S. with an estimated 375,000 people. more on this story

Slayer's Hanneman Flesh-Eating Disease Free But Still Needs To Recover

(Gibson) Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman is free of the flesh-eating disease that struck him early last year, but his rehabilitation continues.

Speaking to Billboard.com, Slayer bassist-vocalist Tom Araya said, "Jeff's had a long ordeal. He's working on his playing ability, and that's something that's going to take some time. He's working on strengthening his arm and his ability to play. He can play, but it's not for an extended period of time. Like anything else when you have some kind of not only muscle damage but nerve damage, it takes a bit for a lot of your functions to come back. They're not going to come back easy and quick."

Araya praised Exodus guitarist Gary Holt for the "fantastic job" he's done filling in for Hanneman, but still he longs for Hanneman's return. "I just kind of look [on-stage] and think, 'Jeff, God, where are you? You worked 30 years for this. You should be here,'" Araya said. "He should be enjoying this part of his career. I can't wait for him to [be back]." more on this story

Cheap Trick and Aerosmith Jam Goes Online

(hennemusic) Cheap Trick have been rocking North America this summer as part of Aerosmith's Global Warming tour.

This past week, the classic rockers played two shows in Aerosmith's hometown of Boston.

On the second night, Aerosmith guitarist Brad Whitford joined Cheap Trick for their cover of Fats Domino's "Ain't That A Shame." Watch it here.

Izzy Reunites With Guns N' Roses For Wedding Jam

(hennemusic) Guns N' Roses played a private wedding concert in Saint-Tropez, France Saturday night.

The last-minute show featured guest Izzy Stradlin, who sat in with his former brand for most of the set.

GNR guitarist Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal tweeted the news, writing, "Wow. Diverted without info (or gear or clothes or sleep) to play a wedding in France. Yep. Guess it's not *one show left*", adding, "Crew working dangerously nonstop due to added show. Not ok with that..." More including photos.

Blink-182's Travis Barker Suffering From Six Ulcers

(Classic Rock) Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker was forced to give up drugs after doctors found six ulcers in his stomach.

Barker tells Red Bulletin: "I used to love smoking weed. I would smoke at night if I had anxiety. I always thought I'd be able to do it for the rest of my life.

"But when your health is on the line you don't mess around. I love being a dad and I love playing music – I'm not trying to give up any of that." more on this story

33 Queen Videos Coming To DVD

(Gibson) Queen will release a new boxed set featuring the rock legend's most famous videos and promotional films.

Greatest Video Hits will include two DVDs containing 33 clips from the '70s and '80s, according to Ultimate Classic Rock.

The DVDs will include commentary from Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor, as well as restored versions of the videos with DTS sound mixing. Greatest Video Hits will be available on August 28. more on this story

Hawkwind Fans Deemed Undesirable Or Just A Misunderstanding?

(Classic Rock) Hawkwind have been forced to cancel an all-day event in a Leicestershire venue after organisers claimed the band's fans are an undesirable audience, the band say.

The space-rock veterans were set to perform at the Conkers attraction in the National Forest, a scheme designed to create a new 200-square-mile area of woodland in central England.

They say bosses won't agree to run the September event, but they haven't been offered a full explanation. And they're astonished because the show was only booked after promoters approached the band, having enjoyed a previous festival set. But there are two sides to every story and the other side says it was a misunderstanding

Dead Sara Pull Summer Tour Plan Due To Injury

Up and comers Dead Sara have been forced to pull out of this summer's Warped Tour due to injury. The band advised fans on Thursday via their website:

"We are sad to announce that we are unable to play the remaining dates of the Vans Warped Tour due to our guitarist, Siouxsie, recently fracturing her ribs.

"Unfortunately, rib injuries are a tricky thing to heal and she has been advised to rest and recover for the next several weeks to avoid any permanent damage and cancellation of future shows."

See band's website for the latest.

Jon Anderson Plans Special One-Off Concert

Original Yes frontman Jon Anderson plans a special one-off concert on August 8th at the Sadler's Wells Theater in London.

This will be the first time Jon has performed in the UK since his successful tour with Rick Wakeman in 2010.

"The concert in London is with the Slovakian Chamber Orchestra with the help of my good friend composer Peter Machajdik plus a semi acoustic group I performed with a couple of years ago in Bratislava," says Jon. " 'Concert for Earth and Peace' – the show will be around one hour long, with classic YES songs, and Vangelis songs, plus 'Earth and Peace', a new song written with the music of Austin Haynes, and some surprises." Also performing, Miro Zbirka from Slovakia, a celebrated singer/songwriter with a career spanning 40 years. More info

George Harrison Documentary Nominated For 6 Emmys

Martin Scorsese's film 'George Harrison: Living In The Material World' has earned 6 nominations for the 2012 Emmy Awards.

We were sent these details: The film was nominated for Outstanding Nonfiction Special, Outstanding Cinematography For Nonfiction Programming, Outstanding Directing For Nonfiction Programming (Martin Scorsese), Outstanding Picture Editing For Nonfiction Programming, Outstanding Sound Editing For Nonfiction Programming (Single or Multi-Camera) and Outstanding Sound Mixing For Nonfiction Programming.

Martin Scorsese traces George Harrison's life from his musical beginnings in Liverpool through his life as a musician, a seeker, a philanthropist, and filmmaker. Scorsese weaves together interviews with Harrison and his closest friends, performances, home movies, and photographs. Much of the material in the film has never been seen (or heard) before. more on this story

Exhumed Reunite With Former Member For Summer Slaughter Tour

If you catch Exhumed on the Summer Slaughter Tour, you may notice a familiar face from the past on stage. The band have reunited with former bassist Bud Burke for the trek, which kicked off last week. Burke will taking over lead guitar duties for Wes Caley, who the band recently parted ways with.

Frontman Matt Harvey had this to say, "We're psyched to welcome Bud Burke back in the ranks of Exhumed, this time on lead guitar. For those of you who knew him as our bassist (from '99 - '04), you will be pleasantly surprised when he melts your face onstage with the band for the Summer Slaughter tour. Rob [Babcock], Mike [Hamilton] and I are all excited to have someone with killer chops and a deep history with the band on board. We look forward to coming to your town, drinking all your beer and then making fun of your record collection as usual!

"After the Canadian Ritual tour with Black Dahlia Murder, we made the decision to part ways with guitarist Wes Caley, and Bud was the perfect person to step in on lead guitar. I know Wes' new project, Downfall, is currently in the works and will be awesome and we wish him the best. In the meantime, we'll see all your drooling, sweaty faces on the road!"

Zappa Plays Van Halen

(hennemusic) Dweezil Zappa pays tribute to the legacy of his father, Frank, with his ongoing touring show Zappa Plays Zappa.

The group mixes a variety of tracks from Frank's catalogue with some choice covers of tunes by artists like the Allman Brothers and Van Halen.

Video from Zappa Plays Zappa's July 11 show in Raleigh, NC has surfaced, and the footage features an extended session of Van Halen material. Dweezil begins by sharing one of his favorite memories - how he met Eddie Van Halen. Check it out here.

The Wombats Plan American Tour With Morning Parade

The Wombats will be leaving their native Liverpool this fall, crossing the pond for a North American Tour with Morning Parade.

The 6-week nationwide tour includes stops at Austin City Limits and Seattle's Bumbershoot.

The new single off their latest album, The Wombats Proudly Present...This Modern Glitch (Bright Antenna/ILG), has been one of the band's biggest airplay records ever in the UK and Australia, marking their sixth Top 40 single overseas. The single is proving to have similar success in the U.S. - not only did it reach #1 on Sirius XM's "Alt Nation" countdown, but it just broke into the Top 25 Alternative Chart and continues to climb. more on this story

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Motley Crue Debut New Song Live

(hennemusic) KISS and Motley Crue launched their summer tour of North America on Friday in Bristow, VA.

The Crue delivered the live debut of their new single, "Sex," during Friday's tour opening; the band are expected to play it at each of the shows on the trek.

"Sex" is the Crue's first new song in four years; it was written when the band was together during their residency in Las Vegas last February. Check out video here.

The First Interview With Drowning Pool's Jasen Moreno Goes Online

Amber Lee from 93Rock in Green Bay conducted an interview with Drowning Pool's new frontman Jasen Moreno.

This is the first interview Jasen has ever done, which was conducted right after his first official show w/ the band at Rock USA in Oshkosh.

Very little is know about Moreno who just landed the gig with Drowning Pool, so this interview should act as a good introduction to fans. In addition to Moreno, the interview also includes CJ Pierce & Mike Luce. You can find the interview here.

Video Tour of Slash's Rehearsal Studio

(hennemusic) Slash continues to work hard to spread the word about his sophomore solo effort, "Apocalyptic Love."

Slash recently hooked up with Germany's Metal Hammer magazine and was joined by singer Myles Kennedy as he hosted a tour of his rehearsal studio.

"This is one of the places in L.A. where people rehearse at," says Slash. "I've been rehearsing here since the late '80s." Watch it here.

Scythia Deliver Spirit of the Quest Video

Scythia have released a new music video for their song 'Spirit of the Quest,' which comes from their sophomore album, ...Of Exile.

Scythia vocalist / guitarist Dave Khan had this to say about the new clip: "This video has been a long time in the making as we've made several attempts to capture our excitement and enthusiasm as well as the story on the album with an indie budget.

"Filming and editing it was an extremely fun and humorous process, we worked with James Weekes and Rosie Anson of Hammer Records to capture the footage. They were both great at capturing wicked content and amping us up to get into character." Watch it here.