Tours

While he doesn't need to resort to hype to arouse interest in his music, that's just what Philip H. Anselmo did, in humorous, tongue-in-cheek fashion, with this first 'Technicians of Distortion' tour promo. When Philip talks, we listen. At least he makes it entertaining for us, right?

30 Seconds to Mars have always had a go big or go home attitude towards their music, and their latest album 'Love Lust Faith + Dreams' continues their epic journey. Having performed at European festivals this summer, the band is launching a U.S. tour in support of their album, starting with a Sept. 20 stop in San Diego for the 91x Fest at the Sleep Train Amphitheater.

Guitar god Joe Satriani has been a fixture in the music industry for over 27 years, and the artist is showing no signs of slowing down. After finishing up the European leg of his 'Unstoppable Momentum' tour, Satriani has set his sights on North America, starting with an Aug. 29 performance in San Diego, Calif. (Balboa Theatre).

Otherwise have moved on to 'Die for You,' the third single from their debut album 'True Love Never Dies,' and it comes at just the perfect time. The Las Vegas-based band have spent a substantial chunk of the past year on the road in support of the disc, and this summer should continue the neophyte outfit's momentum as they venture out on more touring with Sevendust, Devour the Day and Three Days G

The countdown clock hit zero Monday (July 8) and Pearl Jam's big revelation was the announcement of their fall 2013 North American tour. The trek will be split into two legs and will keep the band on the road from mid-October into early December.

Andrew Stockdale may have been the mastermind and main creative voice behind Wolfmother, but he has refused to let his career coast on the moniker's vaunted reputation. Stockdale's debut solo album 'Keep Moving' was released early last month to positive reviews, and now the musician is embarking on a U.S. tour to promote the effort.

The Acacia Strain's newest members will be thrown right into the fire this summer when the band heads back on tour. The group recently saw the exit of guitarist Daniel Laskiewicz, but they added a pair of axemen -- Devin Shidaker and Richard Gomez in his stead.

Joey Jordison is wasting no time getting his Scar the Martyr project off the ground and on the road.

Did you feel that? The earth just moved, since the fine folks at Aftershock, aka Northern California's biggest summer rock festival, have announced the impressive and expanded lineup for this year's event, with Five Finger Death Punch confirmed as the Sunday night co-headliner.

The 2013 Mayhem Festival is officially underway as the bands braved 100-plus degree temperatures in San Bernardino, Calif. to deliver their own scorching performances.