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Anthrax Rock 2013 Revolver Golden Gods With Pantera's Philip Anselmo + Rex Brown

Chad Childers — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:25:43 +0000

Anthrax kicked off the 2013 Revolver Golden Gods last night (May 2) with a set that included blistering performances of 'Caught in a Mosh' and 'Fight 'Em Till You Can't,' before the band welcomed the night's first surprise guests -- Pantera's Phil Anselmo and Rex Brown -- for a performance of Pantera

Philip Anselmo on Pantera Bandmate Vinnie Paul: 'First and Foremost, I'd Tell Him I Love Him'

Spencer Kaufman — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:35:35 +0000

The discord between singer Philip Anselmo and drummer Vinnie Paul has been well chronicled, with Anselmo recently expressing his desire to reconnect with his onetime Pantera bandmate.

'Metal Head Baby' Headbangs to Pantera – Best of YouTube

Loudwire Staff — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:57:41 +0000

This metalhead baby is the real deal! We don’t know if his parents should be praised or punished for subjecting him to Pantera‘s ‘F—ing Hostile,’ but what ensues is pure metal gold! This kid is totally into the song. He bangs his head and raises his fists at the exact right moments, and even starts [...]

Pantera / Down Frontman Phil Anselmo Praises Record Store Day's Passion

Chad Childers — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:41:03 +0000

It's Record Store Day today (April 20) and music fans around the world are heading to their local independent shops to support the longtime standard of how to purchase music. Making the experience even more of an event is the amount of bands and labels responsible for issuing unique vinyl releases and other specialty items tied to the day. One rocker enthused that there is such a thing as Record Store Day is Pantera / Down frontman Phil Anselmo.

Phil Anselmo Reveals Title, Release Date + Artwork of First Solo Album

Chad Childers — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:24:43 +0000

Phil Anselmo has fronted some of metal's best-known bands, but he's ready to step out on his own. The Pantera / Down / Superjoint Ritual frontman has announced that his first solo album, 'Walk Through Exits Only,' is now on schedule for a July 16 release date.

Vinnie Paul Has No Interest in Reconnecting With Former Pantera Bandmate Phil Anselmo

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:34:38 +0000

Phil Anselmo has been incredibly open lately about wanting to bury the hatchet with Pantera bandmate and Hellyeah drummer Vinnie Paul. Anselmo has repeatedly stated that his "door is wide open" for a reconciliation with Vinnie Paul, but in a new interview, the drummer reiterates that he simply has no interest in reconnecting with Anselmo.

Phil Anselmo Defends His Honor in Remastered Version of 'Pantera: Behind the Music'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:40:27 +0000

VH1's greatest cultural milestone, 'Behind the Music,' is set to re-air the program's 2006 retrospective on the career of Pantera this Saturday, April 6, at 9PM ETon VH1 Classic. However, this special airing of the Pantera documentary is dubbed, 'Behind the Music Remastered,' and the film contains new interviews with Phil Anselmo, Rex Brown, 'Dimebag' Darrell's longtime girlfriend Rita Haney and many others.

Phil Anselmo on Relationship With Vinnie Paul: 'It's Time for Some Peace'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 21:04:10 +0000

For years, Pantera fans have been praying for vocalist Phil Anselmo and drummer Vinnie Paul to make peace. As members of such a legendary band, both Anselmo and Vinnie Paul are constantly being asked about their relationship with one another, along with the possibility of some sort of Pantera reunion. Although there may not be much progress with either one, Phil Anselmo recently revealed that he's "wide open" to reconnecting with Vinnie Paul and even discussing a Pantera reunion with the drummer.

Metallica vs. Pantera – March Metal Madness 2013, Quarterfinals

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:49:37 +0000

In the Stage Dive Region of Loudwire’s March Metal Madness 2013, two heavyweight acts remain! The masses of fans have made their voices heard in our previous battles, but they now face a difficult choice in who advances to the final four. It’s no surprise that Metallica have advanced into the next round of March [...]

Favorite Pantera 'Reinventing the Steel' Song – Readers Poll

Chad Childers — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:00:25 +0000

Pantera were still in the prime of their career in 2000 when their 'Reinventing the Steel' album arrived. Sadly, the disc would prove to be the band's final studio album, but it remains a significant piece of the tremendous legacy the band left behind. In this Readers Poll, we ask you, the fans, to pick your favorite song off 'Reinventing the Steel.'

Rex Brown Goes In-Depth About His New Book and the Legacy of Pantera

Matt Wardlaw — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:26:14 +0000

As the longtime bassist for Pantera, Rex Brown toured the world many times around as a member of the band that would dominate and redefine the genre of heavy metal during the late ‘80s and ‘90s. Their reign continued into the current century, culminating with the release of Pantera’s ninth studio album, 2000′s ‘Reinventing the Steel’ [...]

Metallica vs. Motorhead – March Metal Madness 2013, Round 2

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:17:40 +0000

March Metal Madness 2013 has progressed into Round 2, and the Stage Dive Region has left us with some legendary pairings. These next two bands defeated their opponents during Round 1, and are looking to get even closer to the Championship round and gaining the distinction of labeling one of their works as the greatest ever.

Rex Brown Talks New Book About Pantera Years + Upcoming Kill Devil Hill Album

Full Metal Jackie — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:54:03 +0000

Former Pantera bassist Rex Brown was the guest on Full Metal Jackie’s radio show this past weekend. Brown spoke about his decision to write his book 'Official Truth, 101 Proof: The Inside Story of Pantera,' which reflects on his years with the legendary metal act. He also talks about upcoming material by his new band Kill Devil Hill. If you missed Full Metal Jackie’s show, check out her interview with Rex Brown below:

Pantera vs. Opeth – March Metal Madness 2013, Round 1

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:55:13 +0000

It's March Metal Madness 2013! To find the best metal album of all time, we're leaving it up to you to vote for your favorite records throughout the history of the genre. We've got two more innovators on the block in this Stage Dive region Round 1 matchup, with one of metal's most aggressive acts taking on one of the most eclectic acts in modern metal.

Rex Brown Unleashes Trailer for 'Official Truth, 101 Proof: The Inside Story of Pantera' Book

Chad Childers — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:44:45 +0000

Those looking to get more insight into one of metal's most popular bands -- Pantera -- should have plenty of opportunities over the next couple of years. Frontman Phil Anselmo is currently working on his memoir, but first fans will be able to look behind the curtain with bassist Rex Brown's autobiography, 'Official Truth, 101 Proof: The Inside Story of Pantera,' which arrives next month.

Pantera's Classic Songs Turned Into Lullabies by Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:03:18 +0000

Pantera's music has long served as inspiration for knocking somebody out, but for parents seeking a more responsible method to put their kids to sleep, a new CD, 'Lullaby Versions of Pantera,' has just been released by Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star.

Pantera's Phil Anselmo: 'It's a Shame' Vinnie Paul Never Reached Out to Me

Chad Childers — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:01:25 +0000
The rift between longtime Pantera bandmates Phil Anselmo and Vinnie Paul has been well documented, but that hasn’t kept Anselmo from offering olive branches to open communication in the media over the years. The former Pantera frontman once again opened up about his onetime band and their disintegrated relationships in Revolver magazine’s latest issue, which [...]

Pantera Win 2013 Loudwire Rock Bowl!

Chad Childers — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:27:31 +0000
Congrats are in order for Pantera, winner of the inaugural Loudwire Rock Bowl. The band’s song ‘F—ing Hostile’ emerged victorious with just shy of 64 percent of the final vote, besting Metallica’s ‘Seek and Destroy’ in the finals. ‘F—ing Hostile’ may have a difficult time being played in family friendly NFL stadiums due to its [...]

Metallica vs. Pantera – 2013 Loudwire Rock Bowl, Championship Round

Chad Childers — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 15:23:14 +0000

Talk about your clash of the titans! The 2013 Loudwire Rock Bowl championship is one for the ages with two heavy metal legends -- Metallica and Pantera -- sending their powerful, hard-hitting tracks against each other to determine which is the best football anthem.

Pantera vs. Slipknot – 2013 Loudwire Rock Bowl, Semifinals

Chad Childers — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 16:38:17 +0000
You may need some padding after this 2013 Loudwire Rock Bowl semifinal matchup is complete. It’s the circle-pit favorite ‘F—ing Hostile’ from Pantera squaring off the brutality of Slipknot‘s own slamming anthem ‘Wait and Bleed.’ Pantera eeked out the narrowest of victories against Drowning Pool’s ‘Bodies’ in the first round, taking home 53 percent of [...]