Randy Blythe Gets Trial Date, Marilyn Manson Loses Ear + More News

Randy Blythe from Lamb of God will stand trial on manslaughter charges in the Czech Republic in February.

The trial is slated for February 4, 2013. Blythe, who was jailed this summer, has maintained his innocence regarding the death of a fan at a LOG show in May 2010.

He has said he will return to the country to face the charges. [Loudwire]

Marilyn Mansonneeded 24 stitches in his ear after a fight in Switzerland. The shock rocker tweeted: "I was hit by a glass table in a dangerous fight. I was however, the victor but had to have 24 stitches to keep my ear from becoming Van Goth." He also shared a photo of the injury.

The Black Dahilia Murder will spend their summer vacation on the Vans Warped Tour. Vocalist Trevor Strnad said, "We look forward to seeing you and your friend's fancy haircuts this summer at the Van's Warped Tour. I think it's safe to say that all of us in TBDM have attended this tour at various points and have fond memories of this great American punk rock freak show. This time, we shall be the freaks... the sore thumb poking at your eyeball. We are proud to be the fastest, craziest, and most evil band that has ever played Warped Tour... hundreds of bands will enter, one band will leave. Us. We will emerge from the rubble like the giant cockroach men we are. See ya this summer... let's get warped!!!" [Via Press Release]

Along came a spider...named Dave Mustaine. The Megadeth frontman has seen a newly discovered species of tarantula named after him. The scientific name is Aphonopelma Davemustainei. [Via Twitter]

Vince Neil of Motley Crue is opening a restaurant at the Hooters Casino Hotel in Las Vegas. It will be called Wildside Saloon and will be a rock 'n' roll sports bar. It is slated to open within a month. [Via VH1 Classic]