Anne Erickson holds bylines in several Gannett publications as well as Ultimate Classic Rock, Gibson Guitar, Premier Guitar, Guitar Edge and beyond. She's also a radio DJ and is currently working on-air on Townsquare Media rock station Banana 101.5-FM and is the programmer and managing editor of Audio Ink Radio. She holds a master’s degree from Michigan State University. Interview highlights: Billy Corgan from the Smashing Pumpkins, Ozzy Osbourne, Maynard James Keenan from Tool and A Perfect Circle, Alice Cooper, Skillet, RED, As I Lay Dying, Cake.
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Creed Hope To Start Tracking New Album in June
It’s official: New Creed is on the way! Guitarist Mark Tremonti posted the news via his official Facebook page yesterday (May 20), and he seems more than stoked with the results.
Papa Roach Frontman Jacoby Shaddix Says New Album Will Drop in September
Papa Roach are gearing up for a busy summer, as the hard rockers are playing the Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival this August and also readying a shiny new album. Speaking with Army Sergeant Russell Toof of American Forces Network Europe, frontman Jacoby Shaddix revealed that fans should expect a new Papa Roach album by this September.
Candlebox Singer Kevin Martin Inspired by Tool, Mastodon + Iron Maiden
Candlebox are back in full force with a new album, ‘Love Stories and Other Musings,’ and lead singer Kevin Martin says the album’s inspiration came from a very different place in his life than it did when the band first broke out in the early '90s. He also offers a surprising list of metal acts among the bands that help inspire his songwriting.
Lostprophets, ‘Bring ‘Em Down’ – Song Review
Welsh hard rockers Lostprophets sound convicted and ambitious on their latest single, 'Bring ‘Em Down,' off 2012’s 'Weapons.' The band’s fifth studio album is polished and well-crafted as a whole, and 'Bring ‘Em Down' is indicative of that vibe, while it also shows off the angry side of Lostprophets.
Nightwish’s Anette Olzon Talks ‘Imaginaerum’ in ‘Nightmail’ Session
Symphonic metal group Nightwish are getting ready to hit North America later this year on a headlining tour that kicks off in September and runs through mid-October. To get fans pumped for the release, the Finnish and Swedish band have posted a new “Nightmail” session featuring fan questions answered by vocalist Anette Olzon and the gang.
Metallica Looking to Record Next Album with Rick Rubin
Following Metallica’s less-than-popular collaboration with Lou Reed last year, the metal gents are ready to get back into the studio and craft a proper Metallica set. Speaking with Metal Hammer (via Blabbermouth), frontman James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich hinted that the next Metallica album will be another one with producer Rick Rubin in tow.
Slash on Solo Project: I Haven’t Had This Much Fun Since Guns N’ Roses Started
Slash is gearing up to unchain his sophomore solo album, 'Apocalyptic Love,' on May 22. With so much drama surrounding Slash during his tenure with Guns N' Roses and again recently with Axl Rose's refusal to show up for GN'R's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame last month, the guitarist is happy to be involved in a project that’s drama-free.
Theory of a Deadman’s Tyler Connolly Asks ‘Do You Know Who I Am?’ in New Video
If Theory of a Deadman’s Tyler Connolly were to walk up to you on the street and ask, “Do you know who I am?” would you know? That’s the basis behind the Canadian hard rock band’s latest behind-the-scenes video. The clip has Connolly walking through the streets of New York City, asking everyone and anyone, “Do you know who I am?” The results are pretty hilarious, and instead of ruining it for you,
Tom Cruise Sings Guns N’ Roses and Def Leppard on ‘Rock of Ages’ Soundtrack
In the upcoming film adaptation of the Broadway hit musical ‘Rock of Ages,’ Tom Cruise plays fictional ‘80s rock frontman Stacee Jaxx. On the film's upcoming soundtrack, the actor belts out a pair of the best known hard-rock songs of all time.
Deuce, ‘Nine Lives’ – Album Review
As the frontman and co-founder of rap-rock group Hollywood Undead, Deuce mastered the art of creating a catchy, anthemic song, complete with rebellious lyrics and hooks so catchy, they’re stuck in the listener’s head for days.