Jon Wiederhorn
29 Years Ago: Anthrax Release ‘Persistence of Time’
On Aug. 21, 1990, Anthrax released their 'Persistence of Time' album with a lot of drama surrounding them.
42 Years Ago: Motorhead Release Their Self-Titled Debut Album
On Aug. 21, 1977, Motorhead began their career ascent with their self-titled album.
Interview: Slipknot’s Clown Explains Why the New Album Is So Artsy
'It’s all just fucking art,' says the percussionist.
21 Years Ago: Korn Take Nu Metal to the Masses With ‘Follow the Leader’
On Aug. 18, 1998, Korn catapulted to massive fame with the release of 'Follow the Leader.'
29 Years Ago: Cannibal Corpse Pile on the Gore With ‘Eaten Back to Life’
Get the story behind Cannibal Corpse's groundbreaking first album.
28 Years Ago: Metallica Release ‘The Black Album’
On Aug. 12, 1991, Metallica released their biggest selling disc, known as 'The Black Album' to fans.
Eight Years Ago: Warrant Singer Jani Lane Dies
On Aug. 11, 2011, Warrant frontman Jani Lane was found dead in a hotel in Woodland Hills, California.
An Analysis of Influences Heard on Slipknot’s ‘We Are Not Your Kind’
Some Artists That Are Kinda Slipknot’s Kind
Interview: Slipknot’s Corey Taylor Once Again Embraced Pain to Create Unflinching Art
The singer digs into his depression, the album's Bowie-influence and more.
33 Years Ago: Ozzy Osbourne Exonerated in ‘Suicide Solution’ Fan Death Lawsuit
On Aug. 7, 1986, a judge tossed out a lawsuit against Ozzy Osbourne and his record labels tying the song 'Suicide Solution' to the death of a teen.