Rob Carroll is a music and pop culture writer based in central Illinois. His work has appeared in several publications throughout the suburban Chicago area including the Northwest Herald and the Daily Chonicle. Rob also is a published author having produced two books chronicling the history of the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field. In his free time, Rob enjoys collecting vinyl, live music, photography and trying (and failing) to keep up with his kids.
Rob Carroll
The Most Played Song Live Off Every Slipknot Album
We went through Slipknot's setlist to find the most played song from every album.
Dimebag Darrell’s Favorite Guitar Solo, According to Charlie Benante
Pantera made an addition to their setlist during their most recent tour, a song that features the late Dimebag Darrell's favorite guitar solo.
Is It Legal to Keep Your Loved One’s Skull Following Their Death?
Maybe it's a little something to remember them or just some super realistic Halloween decoration.
What Happens When You Play Metallica Without Distortion?
A metal fan is making a case that Metallica songs are just a bunch of surf rock music under a hefty layer of distortion.
Courtney Love Lets Loose on ‘Not Important’ Taylor Swift
Madonna, Lana Del Rey and Beyonce´ also caught strays during a recent interview to promote Love's new series that celebrates women in music.
O.J. Simpson Dead at 76 Following Battle With Cancer
Simpson reportedly died in Las Vegas on April 10.
Someone Is Trying to Sell Final Damageplan Show Ticket Stub for $15K
Here's how that eye-popping asking price compares to other "final show" ticket stubs.
Video of Kids Shredding Ozzy’s ‘Crazy Train’ on Xylophones Goes Viral
A resurfaced video showing kids banging out Ozzy Osbourne's "Crazy Train" on xylophones, steel drums, bells and other percussion instruments found a whole new audience this week.
Hardcore Bands Are Doing Plushie Collabs Now?
Turnstile, Power Trip and Scowl among the acts working with brand to create limited edition stuffed animals.
Jelly Roll Reveals the One Fan Interaction That Has Meant the Most to Him
Jelly Roll recently pointed to one viral moment from a Las Vegas show as his favorite fan interaction.