10 Craziest Boomers vs. Heavy MetalLoudwire2019-07-22 | Heavy metal will never die, but that doesn't mean #crazy #boomers didn't try to kill it. Check out these 10 insane moments.
#LoudLists #Loudwire #Top10 #PMRC #Metal #HeavyMetalRockers Play Eddie Van Halens Greatest RiffsLoudwire2023-10-16 | There's no question that Eddie Van Halen is one of the most iconic and revered guitar players of all time.
Through many, many episodes of Gear Factor, we've heard shredder after shredder tell us that Van Halen inspired them to pick up the guitar, and that Eddie's riffs continue to inspire them to this day.
See rockers from John 5 and Devin Townsend to Jared Dines and Myles Kennedy play and talk about the Van Halen songs that rocked their worlds.
Eddie van Halen and his brother/drummer Alex formed Van Halen in 1973 with vocalist David Lee Roth and bassist Michael Anthony. In this video, you'll hear the songs, like "Ain't Talkin Bout Love," "Panama" and "Eruption," that made them one of the biggest acts in rock history.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterOther Musicians Playing The Iron Maiden Songs That Inspired ThemLoudwire2023-10-09 | Here are the Iron Maiden songs that inspired countless musicians to learn how to play an instrument.
Through many, many episodes of Gear Factor, we've heard plenty of musicians talk about the Iron Maiden songs that made them want to pick up a guitar, bass or drum sticks and start a band.
See artists from Winery Dogs' Mike Portnoy, Anthrax's Frank Bello, Dream Theater's John Petrucci, Sum 41, NOFX's Fat Mike and so many more playing classic Maiden tracks.
Hear the iconic tunes that inspired countless musicians to learn how to play an instrument in the first place.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterThe Black Sabbath Riffs That Were The Blueprint for MetalLoudwire2023-10-02 | There's no doubt Black Sabbath have inspired countless metal musicians to pick up a guitar and start a band.
Through many, many episodes of Gear Factor, we've heard shredder after shredder say the same thing. The first song they learned? The band that made them want to play in the first place? Their favorite riffs? The metal architects Black Sabbath.
See artists from Steel Panther's Satchel and High on Fire's Matt Pike to Dream Theater's John Petrucci and Gus G, plus many more, playing iconic Black Sabbath riffs.
Hear the iconic riffs that inspired countless guitar player to learn how to play the instrument in the first place.
Black Sabbath are the undisputed godfathers of heavy metal. Beginning with their eponymous debut and seminal sophomore LP, ‘Paranoid’ (both released in 1970), the quartet from Birmingham, England, coalesced the scattered contributions of numerous bands (from Blue Cheer to Led Zeppelin) into the powerful, uncompromising and surprisingly malleable style we recognize today.
After a succession of influential albums, Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward parted ways with singer Ozzy Osbourne in 1979, and, for a brief time, enjoyed nearly as much success with former Rainbow vocalist Ronnie James Dio, at the helm.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterIs Metal Better Off Because Metallica Fired Dave Mustaine?Loudwire2023-09-22 | When Dave Mustaine was infamously fired from Metallica it impacted the future of metal music forever.
If you know you have to end a business partnership with someone, what responsibility do you bear to treat them right as you show them the door? Maybe they’re not pulling their weight, maybe their behavior is too unpredictable, maybe you just straight up don’t like them. Is the onus on you to be fair and to give plenty of warning before you kick them to the curb, or is it better to just rip the bandaid off?
In 1983, a young Metallica was finally getting traction. They had just signed their first record deal and were now touring across the country, but between bandmates, things weren’t as peachy.
The resulting actions would go on to not only have a huge impact on the lives of all four members but also metal music as a whole.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterPantera Tell The Story of Vulgar Display of Power [Full Documentary]Loudwire2023-09-15 | On Feb. 25, 2017, Loudwire released this three-part documentary marking the 25th anniversary of Pantera's Vulgar Display of Power. Now you can watch the documentary in full where Pantera tell the story in their own words.
As part of our Loudwire Legacy series, we examined the album that many credit for saving heavy metal during a transitional time for the genre. The documentary features interviews with all three (at the time) surviving members of Pantera (Philip Anselmo, Vinnie Paul and Rex Brown), the album's producer, Terry Date, and the album's cover art photographer Brad Guice.
Also featured are metal luminaries Mike Portnoy, Slayer's Kerry King, Megadeth's Dave Mustaine and David Ellefson, Korn's Brian 'Head' Welch, Black Label Society's Zakk Wylde and several others, all professing their admiration of Vulgar Display of Power and the impact it had on heavy metal.
The documentary is divided into three parts: 'The Making Of,' 'The Impact' and 'The Secret Story,' with the last one debunking a long-running urban legend about the iconic image on the album's cover.
This documentary on the untold story of 'Vulgar Display of Power' was filmed before Vinnie Paul died in June of 2018. Rest In Peace to the Abbott brothers.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterGuitarists Shred the Metallica Riffs That Made ThemLoudwire2023-09-08 | There's no doubt Metallica have inspired countless musicians to pick up a guitar and start a band.
Through many, many episodes of Gear Factor, we've heard shredder after shredder say the same thing. The first song they learned? The band that made them want to play in the first place? Their favorite riffs? The mighty Metallica, of course.
That's why we decided to revisit a multitude of players, from Ghost's Tobias Forge to GWAR's Pustulus Maximus, gushing about the Metallica riffs that inspired them to learn to play and even want to start a band in the first place.
Formed in Los Angeles, in 1981, before relocating to San Francisco two years later, Metallica helped both spearhead and define the thrash metal genre. In the ‘90s, they embraced more accessible sounds and new compositional styles that took them to new heights.
One song that many guitarist say they first learned is "Seek and Destroy" from 1983's Kill 'Em All. And, of course, you'll hear a lot of "Master of Puppets" from their 1986 album of the same name and, perhaps their most well-known song, "Enter Sandman" from their eponymous 1991 album.If you're new, Subscribe! → http://bit.ly/subscribe-loudwire
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterRichie Faulkner (Judas Priest, Elegant Weapons) Plays His Favorite Guitar RiffsLoudwire2023-06-23 | #RichieFaulkner of #JudasPriest and #ElegantWeapons takes us through his history of playing guitar, from what first inspired him as a child through today. He also plays his favorite Judas Priest riffs, including classic ones and ones he wrote, as well as some riffs off Elegant Weapons' new album, #HornsForAHalo, which is out now.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterWhat You Didnt Notice About Guns N Roses November Rain VideoLoudwire2023-06-19 | What really happened in Guns N' Roses' 'November Rain' video? In this video, we break down Del James' 'Without You,' the story that the 'November Rain' video is based on, how it also connects to the videos for 'Don't Cry' and 'Estranged' and some Easter eggs you may not have noticed.
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Well, a rise in strange and dark crimes across America led to a Satanic Panic — and politicians were looking for a scapegoat. Watch this mini documentary to learn more about the Satanic Panic of the 1980s, why everyone was so afraid of heavy metal, how musicians responded and the censorship of music that followed.
In the mid 1980’s, a war against heavy metal began. Music deals in metaphors, euphemisms, symbolism, and hyperbole. A lot of songs have dark, twisted, even evil lyrics, but the meaning in those lyrics are often intentionally vague. Where is the line between protecting children from harmful messages and outright censorship?
A committee called the Parents Music Resource Center, or PMRC, took a case to the United States Senate with hopes in censoring any record they dubbed “P*** Rock,” by stamping Parental Advisory labels on them. And so America watched as another debate over the interpretation of the 1st Amendment unfolded.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterFamous Musicians Busking in the StreetLoudwire2023-06-12 | Imagine walking down the street and your favorite rock or metal musician is out there #busking like it's no big thing. Some lucky fans went to catch a subway ride and happened upon two #LinkinPark members playing a classic for everyone. Even #DaveGrohl has hit the street for a quick session! Watch a bunch more famous musicians busking in the Loud List.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterMusicians Talking About Dave GrohlLoudwire2023-06-05 | #DaveGrohl is one of the most beloved figures in rock, but even the #Nirvana and #FooFighters legend has a couple naysayers amid those who share gushing praise, including a certain pair of brothers who just never agree on anything!
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterWhere Did Rock + Metals Devil Horns Come From?Loudwire2023-06-02 | Where did the "devil horns" come from in rock and metal? In this video, we explore the history of the horns, how it's used in other parts of the world and whether or not a particular artist can take credit for making it part of rock and metal culture. Read more: loudwire.com/where-did-metal-devil-horns-hand-come-from
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterRock + Metal Musicians Flipping Out at TechsLoudwire2023-05-29 | Hey, it happens to the best of 'em! Things can get tense on #tour and unfortunately sometimes a #guitartech or #lightingtech or some other crew member will face the wrath of a disgruntled #rock or #metal musician. People are only human and #mistakes happen!
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterCorey Taylors Advice to His 21-Year-Old SelfLoudwire2023-05-19 | #CoreyTaylor was on the #AllisonHagendorfShow and had some really, really important advice for his 21-year-old self. Let's hope none of you will ever need this advice! 😂
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Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterSingers You Didnt Realize Play GuitarLoudwire2023-05-15 | Some of your favorite rock and metal singers are also capable guitarists, even if they don't usually play guitar live. #AxlRose, #BruceDickinson, #StevenTyler and more all appear in this Loud List!
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterMusicians Crowd Surfing at Their Own ShowLoudwire2023-05-08 | Have you ever witnessed a time time when a musician crowd surfed at their own show? Relive some of the wildest #crowdsurfing moments from band members! This type of fun isn't just for fans, ya know!
Here's to one of rock's real life superheroes, the ever-memorable, totally unforgettable #DaveGrohl. Who could ever get enough of this guy?!
What could ever be cooler than being cast as the metal-loving devil in Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny? As you'll see in this Loud List, getting into the full costume and makeup was no easy task and required a lot of patience and dedication from Grohl. It made for one of the most iconic scenes in rock and metal related movies though, so it all seems pretty worth it.
Going from devil to troll — a fun-loving prankster, not the under-the-bridge creature — Grohl and the rest of the Foos famously had some fun antagonizing the intolerant, exceptionally right wing Westboro Baptist Church Christian extremist group, with a full band rig rolling by in the bed of a truck as they played music by everybody's favorite disco act, the Bee Gees.
Giving back is also important to Grohl, who playfully engaged with youngster drummer and viral sensation Nandi Bushell in a series of challenges.
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Metallica emerged in the '80s as one of metal's brightest new stars. The upstart rock band consisted of singer/guitarist James Hetfield, guitarist Kirk Hammett, drummer Lars Ulrich and bassist Cliff Burton and these "four horsemen" rode to the top of the metal genre on the strength of the 'Kill 'Em All', 'Ride the Lightning' and 'Master of Puppets' albums.
But on Sept. 27, 1986, in the midst of a European tour, tragedy struck as Burton was killed in a bus crash.
In this mini Metallica documentary we look at some lingering questions about the legendary bassist. What was it that Cliff Burton added to the band? And why is it that to this day, there’s a moniker among Metallica fans toward the four-string shredder …Metallica’s secret weapon.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterWhat Is Butt Rock?Loudwire2023-04-25 | What is butt rock? We are about to get into everything you never knew you needed to know about the controversial rock “genre.” Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code LOUDWIRE at http://Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at http://manscaped.com and use code LOUDWIRE. Unlock his confidence and always use the right tools for the job with MANSCAPED™.
Throughout the course of this video, we’ll explain where the term “butt rock” came from, what it means, what it looks like and which bands fall under the category, so stay tuned to see if your favorite artist has been given the label.
Plus, if you stick around until the end, we’ll tell you which new artist is being hailed by major publications as the future of butt rock.
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Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterHow Bobby Blitz Unintentionally Became The Singer of OverkillLoudwire2023-04-21 | #Overkill's 20th album #Scorched is out now! We chat with frontman #BobbyBlitz about the music of his teenage years and how friendships forged in metal led to his audition for the band... but he didn't know he'd have to sing!
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterBrantley Gilbert Destroys Bud Light Can Onstage During Queen Cover, Doesnt See the IronyLoudwire2023-04-19 | Country star Brantley Gilbert destroyed a can of Bud Light onstage during a recent show in boycott of Anheuser-Busch's campaign with trans activist Dylan Mulvaney. Gilbert's band was playing a cover of Queen's 'Another One Bites the Dust' during the incident. Read more: loudwire.com/brantley-gilbert-bud-light-can-smash-onstage-video-queen-cover
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterMost Outrageous Breakdown Callouts EverLoudwire2023-04-17 | There's more to a breakdown than just hitting the bell on the ride cymbal before the chugs start! Here's the most memorable and outrageous breakdown callouts ever 😤
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterRockers Singing Without a Mic + Its Beautiful (Well... Mostly Beautiful)Loudwire2023-04-10 | No mic? No problem! Here's some of your favorite rock and metal musicians singing without a mic.
Some are behind the mic in a studio, but these aren't recordings through that mic 😊
What are some of your favorite moments of a rocker singing without a microphone?
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterMick Mars Files Lawsuit Against Motley Crue, Band Fires Back in StatementLoudwire2023-04-06 | Months after announcing his retirement from touring, Mick Mars has filed a lawsuit against his Motley Crue bandmates, claiming that they've been trying to kick him out and 'gaslighting' him. Motley Crue have since issued a statement on the lawsuit, calling it 'unfortunate' and 'off-base'. Read more: loudwire.com/motley-crue-statement-mick-mars-lawsuit
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterWolfgang Van Halen Is Officially the Funniest Person on the InternetLoudwire2023-03-23 | Wolfgang Van Halen released a new Mammoth WVH song called 'Another Celebration at the End of the World,' and called someone a grape on Twitter for trying to insult him.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterTye Trujillo Plays His Favorite Bass Parts of SongsLoudwire2023-03-22 | Tye Trujillo is the latest guest to sit down with Loudwire's Gear Factor to play his favorite bass parts of songs.
Though just 17-years-old, Trujillo has already made a name for himself in the music industry. He has his own bands OTTTO and Feed The Beast and has served as a fill-in for Korn and Suicidal Tendencies during their shows.
He even provided some shredding for Metallica's "Master of Puppets" on the 'Stranger Things' finale. As you may have guessed, Tye is the son of Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletter 00:00 What Made Me Want to Play Bass 01:36 The Green Day Song That Was The Perfect Start 02:39 Learning Bass Scales 03:28 How Do These Metal Bass Players Gallop So Fast? 04:25 Teaching Myself With Some Help From Dad 04:36 Learning Metallica's '(Anesthesia) - Pulling Teeth' With Pointers From Dad 05:15 Writing the First OTTTO Bass Intro at 10 Years Old 05:59 The Galloping Part of 'Rising Machines' 06:38 Favorite OTTTO Bass PartsHow The Cures Robert Smith Got Ticketmaster to Issue Refunds to Fans Over Insane FeesLoudwire2023-03-17 | The Cure frontman Robert Smith was 'sickened' after fans claimed Ticketmaster tacked high fees onto their tickets for the band's 2023 tour, and he got the company to issue partial refunds to everyone who was affected. Read more: loudwire.com/robert-smith-ticketmaster-partial-refund-the-cure-tickets
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterPop Punk Guitarist Téa Campbell Plays Her Favorite Riffs (Meet Me @ The Altar)Loudwire2023-03-15 | Pop punk guitarist Téa Campbell of new generation torchbearers Meet Me @ The Altar joins Loudwire's Gear Factor to play her favorite riffs.
As a guitarist for a quickly growing pop-punk band, Campbell talks about the first riff she learned (what's up Paramore?), guitar techniques she found the most difficult to master and the Meet Me at The Altar songs she's the most proud of and more in our latest episode of Gear Factor.
MM@TA's debut record, 'Past // Present // Future' is out now on Fueled By Ramen: meetmeatthealtar.com
In this episode... 00:00 The First Riff I Learned 00:41 How I Taught Myself To Play Guitar 01:18 Guitar Techniques I Struggled With 01:59 Favorite Song To Play During Soundcheck 02:24 First Solo I Attempted 02:48 Favorite Meet Me @ The Altar Riffs 03:48 First Riff I Wrote for Meet Me @ The AltarAvenged Sevenfold Reactions - What Do Fans Think of New Song Nobody?Loudwire2023-03-14 | Avenged Sevenfold's new song 'Nobody' just dropped and fans have mixed reactions. The new Avenged song is the first single from their upcoming new album 'Life Is But a Dream,' and the band hyped its release by sending fans on a scavenger hunt searching for clues.
See what fans think of the new track — good and bad — as we round up reactions from the internet.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletterThe Best Metal Album Of All Time?Loudwire2023-03-10 | 'Number of the Beast' was the album that took Iron Maiden from New Wave of British Heavy Metal purveyors to one of the greatest metal bands of all time. That alone put's it in the running for the title of Best Metal Album Of All Time.
In this mini Maiden documentary we dive into the risks Iron Maiden took on 'Number of the Beast' that led them to greatness.
Follow us → instagram.com/loudwire Get our newsletter → http://loudwire.com/newsletter 00:00 Introduction 01:36 Bruce Dickinson Replaces Paul Di'Anno 02:43 Drawing From Horror and History 04:57 Satanic Panic, Controversy and Burning Albums 05:12 The Definitive Iron Maiden Song? 06:30 Number of the Beast Most Important Metal Album of All Time?The History of Guns N Roses in 60 SecondsLoudwire2023-03-08 | The entire story of Guns N' Roses in 60 seconds.