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Ray Manzarek, Legendary Keyboardist of The Doors, Dies at 74
Ray Manzarek of the legendary rock band The Doors has died at the age of 74. The keyboardist passed away today (May 20) in Germany following a battle with bile duct cancer.
Doors guitarist Robby Krieger released the following statement: "I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my friend and bandmate Ray Manzarek today...
Lawyer: Steroids to Blame in As I Lay Dying Frontman’s Murder-for-Hire Case
On May 17, As I Lay Dying vocalist Tim Lambesis appeared in Vista Superior Court for a bail hearing. Lambesis is currently facing charges on allegedly attempting to hire a hitman to kill his estranged wife earlier this month, and in this new hearing, Lambesis' defense lawyer blamed steroid use for the singer's actions...
Stone Temple Pilots Tap Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington as New Singer
A few months after firing longtime frontman Scott Weiland, Stone Temple Pilots have returned to the scene with Linkin Park's Chester Bennington as their new singer. The revamped band performed over the weekend at the KROQ Weenie Roast in Los Angeles, in addition to releasing the new song 'Out of Time...
Nine Inch Nails Welcome Robin Finck Back to the Band
Just a couple days after Eric Avery backed out of Nine Inch Nails, the industrial rockers have recruited former member Robin Finck to rejoin the group. NIN mastermind Trent Reznor revealed the news in a tweet to his fans.
Chicago’s Riot Fest Announces Initial 2013 Lineup
The initial list of bands playing Chicago's 2013 Riot Fest has been unveiled and it features a number of prominent punk, rock, alternative and metal acts. Fall Out Boy and Blink-182 are two of the three headliners, with the third act a mystery as of now.
As I Lay Dying Vacate Slot on Killswitch Engage Tour
As I Lay Dying have officially dropped off their upcoming North American tour with Killswitch Engage, and the news comes as no surprise as AILD frontman Tim Lambesis remains incarcerated on alleged murder-for-hire charges.
Ronnie James Dio Remembered by His Widow Wendy Three Years After His Death
Today (May 16) marks the third anniversary of Ronnie James Dio's death. The iconic Black Sabbath / Rainbow / Dio / Heaven & Hell vocalist gave his all to music for over 50 years before succumbing to stomach cancer in 2010. To celebrate the live of Ronnie and to mourn his passing, the singer's widow, Wendy Dio, released a tribute to her late husband.
Memorial Celebration Set for Late Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman
Two weeks after the tragic passing of legendary Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman, the band has announced a memorial celebration to honor his legacy. The event will take place at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on May 23.
Nine Inch Nails Lose Bassist Eric Avery
Nine Inch Nails have just lost their new bassist. Eric Avery, who formerly played the four-string for Jane's Addiction, has left Nine Inch Nails after feeling "overwhelmed" by the band's upcoming tour schedule.
Lamb of God Frontman Randy Blythe Calls for Caution in New Essay
The past year of Randy Blythe's life has been a roller-coaster ride of emotion. After being jailed in the Czech Republic on accusations of manslaughter stemming from a 2010 concert incident, the Lamb of God singer was found not guilty on all charges in March of this year.