More News From the Pit: Bon Jovi’s Richie Sambora Fired, Melvins Bottled Off Stage

- The ongoing saga between Bon Jovi and estranged guitarist Richie Sambora has reportedly led to his firing from the band's current tour. [Ultimate Classic Rock]

- The Melvins' Vancouver performance was cut short after a bottle-throwing incident. [Loudwire]

- Kid Rock broke his own concert record with the help fellow Detroit native, Bob Seger. [Ultimate Classic Rock]

- Baroness' John Baizley speaks with Loudwire about the band's bus crash recovery, their 'Yellow & Green' touring and more. [Loudwire]

- Ulcerate exclusively premiere their new song 'Weight of Emptiness.' Listen here: [Loudwire]

- Hawkwind's Nik Turner reveals his 2013 album and tour plans. [Ultimate Classic Rock]

- The Gorguts' Luc Lemay provides a track-by-track conceptual breakdown of their 'Colored Sands' disc. [Loudwire]

- What is it about the age of 27? Loudwire revisits the string of rockers who have died at the age of 27. [Loudwire]

- Alice Cooper pitching school supplies? Iggy Pop promoting insurance? Check out five odd rock star endorsements. [Ultimate Classic Rock]

- The Rock It Out! Blog's quest to showcase independent music venues provides a glimpse at San Francisco's Great American Music Hall. [Rock It Out! Blog]