Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann
In today's Daily Reload, we pay tribute to the legendary Ronnie James Dio on the second anniversary of his tragic death with a look at five amazing live performances; Slash's 'Apocalyptic Love' New York record release show is set to stream online; and Great White singer Jack Russell and his wife were involved in a boat crash.
Read MoreOverkill’s Bobby Blitz Talks ‘The Electric Age,’ Ramones Spotting + More
Overkill's Bobby Blitz Talks 'Electric Age,' Ramones Spotting
Read MoreSoundgarden’s ‘Live to Rise’ Takes No. 1 Spot on Active Rock Airplay Chart
Soundgarden have roared back into the rock world with a vengeance. Not only will the band release a new album later this year, but the grunge goliaths recently hit fans with their first 100-percent new song in 16 years, 'Live to Rise.' Now, the track off the 'Avengers Assemble' compilation has taken over the No. 1 spot on the Active Rock airplay chart.
Read MoreIt was two years ago today (May 16) that legendary metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio lost his battle with stomach cancer. After one of the most heartbreaking losses in metal history, there have been countless tributes for the late singer as well as a constant discussion between metalheads of how truly incredible Dio was. With a career spanning 43 years, Ronnie James Dio fronted the legendary bands Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath and Dio while also playing with his Sabbath brothers as Heaven and Hell. To celebrate the life of the man with a truly golden voice, we offer you Five Amazing Ronnie James Dio Vocal Performances:
Read MoreBlack metal frontman Trondr Nefas from the Norwegian band Urgehal has passed away at age 35. After 20 years of making black metal with Urgehal, Nefas suddenly died in a manner which the band described as "peaceful and natural" in an official statement.
Read MoreJune 2012 is certain to be yet another month when some of this year's most anticipated releases will be unleashed on your eager ears.
Read MoreClick, click. In today's Daily Reload, original Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward announced that he has officially dropped out of the Sabbath reunion shows after a long dispute regarding contracts; Slash debuts his video for 'You're a Lie,' Bret Michaels settles his Tony Awards lawsuit; and we're giving one lucky fan a chance to win a brand new Dean 'Dimebonics' ML guitar with a copy of Pantera's 20th anniversary reissue of 'Vulgar Display of Power.'
Read MoreToday (May 15) marks the 25th anniversary of the classic Motley Crue album 'Girls, Girls, Girls.' The album's significance not only comes from the quality of its contents, but also from the aesthetic and creative change the band made -- going from lace to leather.
Read MoreBill Ward Officially Bows Out of Black Sabbath Reunion Shows
After an incredibly drawn out and heartbreaking process, original Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward has announced to his fans that he will officially not be participating in the Sabbath reunion shows. The legendary drummer wrote a detailed explanation regarding his decision, adding, "I am sincerely passionate in my desire to play with the band, and I’m very, very sorry that it’s fallen to this."
Read MoreBaroness Release ‘Take My Bones Away’ From Upcoming Album ‘Yellow & Green’
Georgian progressive sludge-merchants Baroness have just released 'Take My Bones Away' from their upcoming 2012 full-length, 'Yellow & Green.' To say that this album is highly anticipated would diminish the insane online presence of Baroness' fans and their reactions to the new cut.
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