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Black Label Society Join Lineup for Megadeth's Gigantour 2013 + Dates Announced

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:45:03 +0000

Megadeth's 2013 edition of Gigantour has finally revealed its full lineup along with a full list of tour dates. Including Megadeth, five bands had already been confirmed for the annual tour, but apparently six is the magic number, as Black Label Society will also hit the road for the North American tour this summer.

Heavy MTL Adds Black Label Society, Phil Anselmo + Hellyeah! for 2013 Festival

Chad Childers — Wed, 01 May 2013 22:20:48 +0000

As if the 2013 Heavy MTL festival wasn't already rocking enough, organizers have just added some significant rockers to this year's bill. Among the top new acts joining the music weekend include Black Label Society, Philip H. Anselmo & the Illegals and Hellyeah! among others.

Black Label Society's Setlist for 'Unblackened' Performance Revealed

Chad Childers — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 20:57:33 +0000

Black Label Society first discussed the idea of unplugging their instruments for a special performance last year, and Wednesday night (March 6) in Los Angeles the special semi-acoustic taping finally came to fruition. Zakk Wylde and crew let the cameras and audio equipment roll during the performance at Los Angeles' Club Nokia for what will eventually be a new CD/DVD release called 'Unblackened.'

Zakk Wylde Recording Hurricane Sandy Benefit Song With Members of Sevendust + Candlebox

Chad Childers — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 16:53:59 +0000

Several members of the hard rock community are mobilizing to help those in need by recording a benefit track to raise funds for those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The collective, which consists of Black Label Society's Zakk Wylde and JD Deservio, Sevendust's Morgan Rose, Candlebox's Kevin Martin and New York outfit the Infinite Staircase, will record the as-yet-untitled song with plans to release it as an iTunes exclusive on Jan. 8.

Former Megadeth / Black Label Society Bassist James LoMenzo Joins the Cast of 'Amazing Race'

Mary Ouellette — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 19:36:11 +0000

The rock world has really been representing when it comes to reality TV shows lately. First former Kittie bassist Jenn Arroyo moved into the ‘Big Brother’ house and now bassist James LoMenzo who has played with Megadeth, Black Label Society and White Lion throughout his career, is joining the new season of ‘The Amazing Race.’

Sunset Strip Music Festival Announces Set Times

Chad Bowar — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 13:51:49 +0000

Organizers for the Sunset Strip Music Festival have announced venues and set times for the Aug. 18 street festival. Among the 70 plus performers will be rock acts Marilyn Manson, the Offspring, Bad Rel

Zakk Wylde Gives Couple His Blessing as Radio DJ Proposes to Girlfriend On the Air

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 20:59:15 +0000

During a radio interview with Black Label Society frontman Zakk Wylde, Missoula, Montana disc-jockey KC proposed to his pregnant girlfriend. With Wylde giving KC his blessing, the 96.3 The Blaze DJ popped the question with a special Black Label Society silver ring.

Zakk Wylde Gets Philosophical on His Beard, Male Lingerie, Black Sabbath + More

Liz Ramanand — Tue, 08 May 2012 20:05:14 +0000

Zakk Wylde on His Beard, Male Lingerie + More

Black Label Society's Zakk Wylde Calls Himself a 'Soldier of Christ'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:34:13 +0000

In a recent interview with Australian news website the AU Review, former Ozzy Osbourne and current Black Label Society guitarist / vocalist Zakk Wylde gave readers a rare look at his spiritual side. It turns out that the intimidating, viking-like guitarist is a dedicated Christian -- and he isn't afraid to show it.

Zakk Wylde Talks Christmas EP and Touring With Guns N' Roses

Liz Ramanand — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:14:57 +0000

Talented axeman and Black Label Society frontman Zakk Wylde offers his enthusiasm about touring with Guns ‘N’ Roses, how Sarah McLachlan influenced his Christmas EP and the holidays truly mean for him in a new interview with Gibson.

Black Label Society's Zakk Wylde Talks Holiday EP and Digging Christmas

Anne Erickson — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:17:12 +0000

Zakk Wylde and his heavy metal band Black Label Society are turning things down a notch for the holidays and getting in the jolly spirit. Wylde recently released an album of acoustic, instrumental Christmas classics, ‘Glorious Christmas Songs That Will Make Your Black Label Heart Feel Good,’ which is now for sale on iTunes and eOne Music.

Black Label Society Release Christmas EP, Plot Tour With Guns N' Roses

jon Wiederhorn — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:00:09 +0000

Deck the halls and hang up your stockings (not that kind!), 'cuz Zakk Wylde and Black Label Society have just delivered some heartwarming Christmas jeer. In preparation of the holidays, the band recorded an EP of acoustic instrumental holiday classics called 'Glorious Christmas Songs That Will Make Your Black Label Heart Feel Good,' which is now available on iTunes and eOne Music.

Zakk Wylde Crowned ESPN's 'Baseball Tonight' Theme Song Winner

Mary Ouellette — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 21:29:40 +0000

The shredding riffs that Black Label Society guitarist Zakk Wylde laid down for ESPN’s ‘Baseball Tonight’ theme song contest has earned the axe-man the winning trophy! Wylde won the tournament of songs, outlasting several other contestants that included some pretty stiff competition, including Tom Morello, Staind, and Seether. Each competitor contributed their own take on [...]

Black Label Society Recruit Breaking Benjamin Drummer

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:53:07 +0000

Zakk Wylde and his band Black Label Society have inducted a new touring member into their fold! Breaking Benjamin drummer Chad Szeliga is the latest to join their legion, and will be filling in behind the kit on their upcoming tour run with Judas Priest.