Metallica Release Secret Show Video Footage

Earlier in the evening, the members of Metallica were at Comic-Con to preview and discuss their forthcoming 3D film, "Through The Never." Check out the footage here.

Puddle of Mudd's Wes Scantlin Arrested For Felony Vandalism

(Radio.com) Puddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin has done it again. The rocker, famous for such songs as 2002 hit "She Hates Me," has been arrested multiple times over the past few years for a litany of offenses ranging from domestic abuse to cocaine possession.

Yesterday (July 24), Scantlin again found himself on the wrong side of the law, this time after the 41-year-old had it out with a neighbor, defacing the neighbor's property in the process.

Scantlin reportedly revved up a buzz saw and picked up a sledgehammer to have at a concrete wall the singer claims was built on his property.

Sgt. Albert Gonzalez of the LAPD confirmed to Radio.com that Scantlin was indeed booked into the Hollywood Community Police Department on the charge of felony vandalism. However

Megadeth's Dave Mustaine Fears 'Time Is Short'

(Classic Rock) Megadeth mainman Dave Mustaine is already writing a follow-up to new album Super Collider after the death of Slayer's Jeff Hanneman convinced him his time might be running out.

Super Collider was only released last month, but the band have already booked studio time to get to work on what will be their fifteenth studio album.

"We're planning our next time to start demoing our next record," Mustaine tells 93X Radio. "Time is short. Nobody knows how long they're going to live. You see what happened with Jeff Hanneman – so I want to write as much as I can while I can."

Meanwhile, Mustaine has confirmed he's getting ready to jam Metallica track Metal Militia with Jason Newsted. Read about that here.

Student's Van Halen Hot For Teacher Lawsuit Dismissed

(hennemusic) A Federal judge has dismissed a Michigan student's lawsuit against Oakland University after he was suspended for writing about his attraction to his teachers in a class journal based on a Van Halen classic.

57-year-old Joseph Corlett sued the school in March for $2.2 million and four lost credits, claiming his free-speech rights were violated after he was suspended in 2012 after writing about his writing instructor. He titled his essay "Hot for Teacher," the name of a Van Halen song.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports U.S. District Judge Patrick Duggan dismissed Corlett's lawsuit and ruled in favor of Oakland University in suburban Detroit on Tuesday. more on this story

Ozzy Can Now Die Happy

(TeamRock Radio) Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne says he can "die a happy man" after released reunion album 13. It's the band's first-ever number one hit and topped the charts all over the world.

Ozzy says: "After 45 years it's kind of a hard thing to swallow. It's great. I'm not saying I don't want it to be number one – but I just don't understand why now.

"I wasn't really happy with the way it ended before, but this album has been received really well all over the world. I know I can now rest my head and die a happy man."

But he recalls worrying that the new material wasn't going to click with fans, after they played the first of two shows in Auckland, New Zealand. Ozzy explains here.

Nirvana Still Lives According To Confused College Student

(Radio.com) A self-proclaimed Nirvana fan from Virginia Tech University is gaining notoriety on the Internet for a well-intentioned, but severely misguided letter they sent to the band's record label.

In the note, which was revealed on Sub Pop's Tumblr earlier today (July 24), the student asks Nirvana to send a recorded message for the college's homecoming week.

"It would simply be 'What's up Virginia Tech? This is Nirvana! Just wanted to wish you guys a Happy Homecoming Week and good luck at the game this Saturday. LETS GO HOKIES!" the student writes.

The unidentified student–who refers to themselves as the school's mascot–goes on to explain that the band would be just one of the artists sending a message for a video collage the school is making, mentioning that Big & Rich, Ying Yang Twins, the Cataracs, Slightly Stoopid and "three famous NFL Players" are also expected to participate.

Besides the obvious problem that Kurt Cobain passed away 19 years ago, there are a few other issues with the request, like the fact that the student says this video will "provide great publicity" for Nirvana and identifies the band as a "her."

Nevertheless, Sub Pop has obliged the request, letting fans know a video is indeed on the way: "Video forthcoming with the script: 'What's up Virginia Tech? This is Nirvana! Just wanted to wish you guys a Happy Homecoming Week and good luck at the game this Saturday. LET'S GO HOAGIES!' Or something like that."

The video has since been released and features four Sub Pop team members doing their best (worst?) Nirvana impression. Watch it here.

Avenged Sevenfold, Deftones, Ghost Tour Details Revealed

Avenged Sevenfold have revealed the details for their North American headlining "Hail To The King Tour" that will feature support from Deftones and Ghost (a.k.a. Ghost B.C.).

The fall tour is set to kick off on October 3rd in Chicago at the Allstate Arena and will conclude on October 26th in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Events Center.

As we reported earlier this month, Avenged Sevenfold will be launching the tour, their first full North American tour since 2011, in support of their new album, Hail To The King.

The new album was produced by Mike Elizondo and is set to be released on August 27th and the band gave fans a taste of what is come by releasing an online stream of the album's title track here.

Avenged Sevenfold have also announced a special free Hail To The King record release show on August 26th at the Hollywood Palladium. more on this story

Alter Bridge Announce New Album and Fall Tour

(hennemusic) Alter Bridge will release a new album, "Fortress," this fall and embark on a European tour with Shinedown and Halestorm joining the band on select dates.

Due October 8 in North America, "Fortress" is the band's fourth studio album and first since 2010's "ABIII." The project was produced by long-time Alter Bridge producer Michael "Elvis" Baskette (Falling In Reverse, Story Of The Year, Incubus).

"When we started pre-production on this album, we pushed ourselves harder and further than we ever have previously in order to make the most out of every individual arrangement," says guitarist Mark Tremonti.

"We wanted this album to be our most unpredictable and exciting one yet. From the early feedback we have received, it looks like we have achieved what we set out to do." more on this story

Deep Purple's Perfect Strangers Live Coming This Fall

(hennemusic) Deep Purple will release "Perfect Strangers Live" on DVD this fall which will feature a bonus tour documentary. Eagle Rock have set an October 14th UK and October 15 in North America for the DVD.

The 15-song project captures the 1984 long-awaited reunion of the classic Deep Purple Mark II lineup of Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Jon Lord and Ian Paice; it was the first time they had been together since 1973.

The lineup recorded a brand new studio album, "Perfect Strangers", and headed out on tour. The band's show in Melbourne, Australia was professionally filmed and is the only full-length concert recording of Deep Purple at this time. more on this story

Devildriver and Trivium Announce Coheadlining Tour

Devildriver and Trivium will be teaming up this fall to launch a North American coheadlining tour that will feature support from After the Burial and Sylosis.

The tour will be kicking off on September 12th in Boise, ID at the Knitting Factory and is set to conclude on October 17th in San Diego, CA at SOMA.

Devildriver are embarking on the North American tour in support of their new studio album "Winter Kills," which will be released on August 27th and Trivium will be supporting their forthcoming album.

Devildriver frontman Dez Fafara had this to say about the trek, "It's been almost a year since Devildriver have toured the US. I am Stoked to finally be getting the chance to go back out and hit the road with The Groove Machine!

"This tour will be a mixture of Devildriver favorites and a bunch of new stuff off of our new record Winter Kills. I cannot wait for the record to come out and to get back to what we do best, play live. Touring with our friends in Trivium, After the Burial and Sylosis is just the f**king bonus!

"Come on out for a great night of metal, get ready to get down and dirty, see you in the pit!" more on this story

Slipknot's Joey Jordison Reveals Scar The Martyr Band Lineup

Slipknot's Joey Jordison has revealed the lineup for his new band Scar The Martyr as they prepare to released their debut album and hit the road for a North American tour.

Jordison is joined in the band by frontman Henry Derek, former Strapping Young Lad guitarist Jed Simon, former Darkest Hour guitarist Kris Norris, Blush Response keyboardist and Fear Factory contributor Joey Blush, and former In This Moment bassist Kyle Konkiel.

The group will be releasing their self-titled debut album on October 1st and will be embarking on a North American tour with Danzig, Doyle from The Misfits and Huntress.

Danzig's 25th anniversary tour will be launching on August 9th in Toronto, ON at Sound Academy and will conclude on August 31st in Tempe, AZ at the Marquee Theatre. more on this story

Phish Announce Fall Tour Dates

Phish have announce the details for their first fall tour since 2010. The new fall tour dates will be focused on the east coast of the United States to follow their western focused summer trek.

The tour will be kicking off with three nights at Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, VA on October 18th, 19th and 20th and will conclude with a three-night-stand in Atlantic City at Boardwalk Hall that will begin on Halloween night and conclude on November 2nd.

Phish phans in the western U.S. still have the opportunity to see the band this summer with shows lined up in George, Wa, Stateline, NV, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Commerce City, CO. more on this story

Deep Purple, Yes, Dream Theater Members Tribute Steve Miller

Members of Deep Purple, Yes, Asia, XTC, Dream Theater and more are featured on a brand new tribute album to the one and only Steve Miller Band.

The new album, 'Fly Like An Eagle - An All-Star Tribute To Steve Miller Band,' was produced by Yes and Circa star Billy Sherwood and features performances from Peter Banks, Rick Wakeman, Tony Kaye, Colin Moulding, John Wetton, Steve Morse, Steve Hillage, Fee Waybill, Rod Argent, Sonja Kristina, Jordan Rudess, Steve Stevens and more.

Sherwood had this to say about the album, "Steve Miller has written so many great songs, working on this record gave me a chance to look deeper into the inner workings of the material and explore it all with so many amazing guest artists.

"It was an honor producing and playing on this project. I think the fans of the music will appreciate the contributions of all the artists involved." more on this story

Motorhead Reveal More New Album Details

(Classic Rock) Motorhead have revealed the tracklist for upcoming album Aftershock. The 13-song record, their 21st studio outing, is set for release in the autumn, although the date remains to be confirmed.

Guitarist Phil Campbell recently reported that frontman Lemmy was on the road to recovery, after being hospitalized with a hematoma and cancelling a series of shows.

Campbell said: "Better prepare yourselves big time, because our mind-blowing new record Aftershock will be coming out. Lemmy is on the mend and we are gonna be touring our asses off. Business as usual real soon!" Check out the tracklist.

Voivod Drummer Streaming New Field Recordings Album

(Prog) Voivod drummer Michel 'Away' Langevin will release an album of field recordings on Saturday and you can listen to an online stream of the album today.

Cities was made over two years of touring with the Canadian band, and it was inspired by the values of musique-concrete and tape collage. Langevin says of his debut solo work: "I've always been fascinated by field recordings. I was introduced to it by Piggy as a youngster."

Utech Records will release Cities on a limited-edition of 500 CDs. The label explains: "Field recordings capture more than just the sound of an area – they capture a mood and spirit of the place and people.

"Local colour and nature recordings clash with riots and discord, capturing the full human experience across the world." More including the stream.

Don Dokken Writing New Music For Possible Dokken Album

(Gibson) Don Dokken says New Dokken album may happen. In an interview with Classic Metal Show, the veteran rocker said his treatment for throat problems played into his feeling that Dokken was finished.

"With chemo and radiation and my age I thought, 'I've had a great run. God bless everybody,'" he explained. "You know, 30 years is a great run, a lot of bands had one hit and then 'adios'. But I don't know, I kind of fell in love.

"I think it's my dog. I have a new dog, a little golden doodle, and he's kind of inspired me. I want to stay home, and he goes, 'grrr grrr grrr grrr,' and that means 'get your ass back on the road.' I've got to feed him, so I'm writing a new Dokken record."

Dokken muddied the waters a bit by also saying he wasn't sure his current writing sessions would turn into a new Dokken record. "I'm just writing songs," he said. "I have five done, very up-tempo, kind of like 'Hot for Teacher' Van Halen. Very up, happy kind of arena rock." more on this story

Rolling Stones Story Told In 50 Songs

(Gibson) An authority on the Rolling Stones has compiled back stories to 50 songs that chronicle the band's career. Hitting book stores this week, Rocks Off: 50 Tracks That Tell the Story of the Rolling Stones was written by Bill Janovitz, frontman for the alternative band Buffalo Tom.

Speaking to Rolling Stone, Janovitz said he was drawn to the project because it was more about the music than a straight-up biography. He cited "Respectable," from the Stones classic 1978 Some Girls album, as an example of how he approached the book, saying the track was "about [the Stones] reclaiming their rock & roll rebellion thing when the threat of punk was being taken pretty seriously by rock fans."

"I hadn't anticipated becoming the Stones authority,'" Janovitz added. "I really wanted to write about the specifics of what I love, how things work. I have all this inside information from being in the studio all these years. It wasn't a difficult pitch." more on this story

Soulfly Reveal New Album Details

Soulfly have announced that their new studio album, "Savages," will be released on October 1st in North America and October 4th in Europe and will be released in various configurations.

"Savages" was produced by Terry Date (Pantera, Deftones, Soundgarden), and will be the band's first album to feature Max Cavalera's 21-year-old son Zyon on drums.

The album will also feature guest appearances from Tony Campos, Max Cavalera's other son Igor Cavalera (Lody Kong), Clutch's Neil Fallon, Napalm Death's Mitch Harris and Jamie Hanks of I Declare War.

Nuclear Blast will be releasing "Savages" as a as a limited edition digipak CD, as well as a 2LP vinyl record set and as a digital download. more on this story

Mercenary Streaming Entire New Album Online

(TeamRock Radio) Mercenary have made seventh album "Through Our Darkest Days" available for streaming. The album is being released in the UK tomorrow via NoiseArt.

The band say: "The title of the album is meant very positively, and thematises both the journey through darkness and the ability to break through it."

The album, the continue, is "very much about making the most of life and not getting caught up in negativity."

The Danish four-piece hired artist Mircea Eftemie to create the cover art. "Last year we considered reaching out to Mircea to ask if he'd like to give our new cover a shot," they explain. "We liked his recent stuff and wanted to try someone with a fresh approach.

"Against all odds, however, he actually beat us to it and contacted us first with the exact same offer." Check out the stream here.

New Movie For Warren Zevon, Keith Richards Sideman Waddy Wachtel

(Gibson) King of the Sidemen is a film that chronicles Waddy Wachtel's experiences backing such major artists as Warren Zevon, Jackson Browne and (most notably) Keith Richards. Richards is among those who appear in the documentary.

"He is a natural maestro," says Richards, who recruited Wachtel to be in his solo band, the X-Pensive Winos. "He can take a song to further heights than you expected, beyond expectations. I envy him, quite honestly."

Stories of key sessions are included in the film, including the one that produced "Take It So Hard," a classic track from Richards' 1988 album, Talk is Cheap.

In an interview with Rolling Stone, Wachtel said the song was the first the band ever cut. "The level of musicianship in that band was really about as high as it gets," he reveals. "It was take one and we were all standing there going, 'Oh, my God, that was pretty amazing.' I don't even know if we really rehearsed." more on this story

35th Anniversary George Thorogood's 'Move It On Over' In The Studio

The latest episode of the web series and syndicated radio show In The Studio features George Thorogood celebrating the 35th anniversary of George Thorogood and the Destroyers second album, "Move It On Over."

During the interview, Thorogood explains to host Redbeard how he discovered the blues, "I discovered it (the blues) just like 90% of every other kid in America: I discovered it from The Beatles and the Rolling Stones!

"I wanted to be a comedian. I never missed the Red Skelton show every Tuesday night. I never missed any comedy sitcom... I watched every comic I could on Ed Sullivan.

"And one time I was watching Ed Sullivan and they had these four guys and they were from England, and they had these real tight pants and suede boots, and they had their hair real long. And they didn't tell any jokes. And all these girls were screaming, and I said, ' Now that's a good job'." Check out the special here.

Hoobastank, The Icarus Line, Enuff Z'nuff Added Sunset Strip Fest

Semi Precious Weapons, Enuff Znuff, Bang Tango, Cherri Bomb, Hoobastank and The Icarus Line are the latest additions to the lineup for the sixth annual Sunset Strip Music Festival.

The new lineup additions will be performing at famed Sunset Strip music clubs The Roxy, Viper Room and Whisky A Go-Go during the three-day festival on August 1st, 2nd and 3rd.

Apart from the shows at the famed venues, the final night of the event will feature a street festival with two outdoor stages with performances from Linkin Park, Awolnation, Wale, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Logic, Slick Rick/Doug E. Fresh, Asher Roth, Finch and Street Drum Corps.

Organizers sent over the full three-day festival lineup , check it out here.

Singled Out: Jared James Nichols' Let You Go

Today 22-year-old blues-rock guitar prodigy Jared James Nichols tells us about the song "Let You Go" from his brand new EP "Old Glory & The Wild Revival," which was released this week. Here is the story:

The main guitar hook for the first single "Let You Go" off of our new EP " Old Glory & The Wild Revival" was actually written a few years back on an old acoustic guitar. At the time, I was listening a lot to old recordings by bluesman Jimmy Reed along with the classic rock group FREE. Its a tip of the hat to a certain slinky, swagger groove I've always admired.

The theme and lyrics of the song send the message about finding a true love and trying to express the emotion and feeling that brings along with the trials that every relationship has. The vocal delivery is very honest, while the verse lyrics are off the cuff, the chorus lyric sums up the attitude of the whole song. "I don't wanna let you down, I don't wanna let you go, even if it takes all my life.." These lines struck a chord in me while the song developed into what it is on the recording.

Besides vocally, I also try and work out all the emotions I feel through my guitar, and deliver the true expression of what the song represents. From low moans and cries, to moments of pure joy, I try to touch on all emotions. This song is a favorite of mine as it comes across very powerful when we play it live as well. It starts to take on a life of it own..

Hearing is believing. Check out some of the tracks from the EP here, check out the EPK here and Jared kicks off his The Wild Revival Tour this Saturday, grab the dates and learn more about the EP right here!

Asking Alexandria Release 'The Death of Me' Video

Asking Alexandria are priming their fans for the release of their new studio album with the premiere of their new music video for the song "The Death of Me."

The song is the new single from Asking Alexandria's forthcoming full-length album, From Death To Destiny, which is set for an Aug 6th release.

The band recruited director Frankie Nasso (Escape The Fate, Emmure) to film the new video which you watch online at Youtube here.

Rush Visited By Trailer Park Boys At Recent Concert

(hennemusic) Rush were joined by the Trailer Park Boys during the second of two shows in Halifax, Nova Scotia last week as part of their Clockwork Angels tour, and video of the appearance has surfaced.

The stars of the Canadian mockumentary series – Ricky, Julian, Bubbles and Randy – crashed the stage near the end of the Rush's second set. While the band were playing "YYZ", the TV stars chased each other around the stage with Julian keeping Randy away from Bubbles, who raised his fists at the Assistant Trailer Park Supervisor.

Rush have a shared history with the Trailer Park Boys that includes a guest appearance on the series by guitarist Alex Lifeson, who also had a cameo in the 2006 film, "Trailer Park Boys: The Movie" - Lifeson and bassist Geddy Lee performed a cover of "I Fought The Law" on the film's soundtrack as part of The Big Dirty Band, while the characters were featured in the companion video for the song. Check out the video here.

Sons Of Hippies Release Bloody New Video

(Classic Rock) Sons Of Hippies have released a new music video for their track Rose, in which carwash fun turns to bloodbath hell. It's taken from the Florida three-piece's upcoming third album, Griffons At The Gates Of Heaven, due out on August 26 via Cleopatra.

The label explain: "SOH's musical head-trips call up the kind of psychedelic netherworld occasionally conjured by the likes of The West Coast Pop Art Experimental Band, The Black Angels, and the bleak and blasted soundscapes of Desert Rock combos of yore such as Thin White Rope, or even The Jesus and Mary Chain."

The band are spending the summer on the road in the US with the likes of Wishbone Ash and Nektar. Check out the new music video here.