15 Years Ago: Slipknot Unleash 'Vol. 3: The Subliminal Verses'
In the blackened world of Slipknot, dysfunction and turbulence have often coincided with artistic triumph.
Anniversaries
36 Years Ago: Dio Release 'Holy Diver'
The first album after Ronnie James Dio was kicked out of Black Sabbath.
32 Years Ago: Death Start a Revolution With 'Scream Bloody Gore'
On May 25, 1987, Death delivered one of the first death metal albums with 'Scream Bloody Gore.'
33 Years Ago: AC/DC Release ‘Who Made Who’
On May 24, 1986, AC/DC released 'Who Made Who,' the soundtrack for the Stephen King film 'Maximum Overdrive.'
9 Years Ago: Slipknot Bassist Paul Gray Dies
On May 24, 2010, the body of Slipknot bassist Paul Gray was found in a Johnston, Iowa hotel room.
22 Years Ago: Foo Fighters Release 'The Colour and the Shape'
On May 20, 1997, Foo Fighters released what would become their biggest selling album, 'The Colour and the Shape.'
31 Years Ago: Judas Priest Flash Metal Form on 'Ram It Down'
Following the less than positive reception to 'Turbo,' Judas Priest made an effort to get back to metal basics on 'Ram It Down' without shaking off the synths.
36 Years Ago: Iron Maiden Release 'Piece of Mind'
It’s easy to understand why Iron Maiden’s 'Piece of Mind' remains one of bassist Steve Harris’ favorite albums.
9 Years Ago: Ronnie James Dio Passes Away
We take a look back at the life and death of metal legend Ronnie James Dio.
32 Years Ago: Motley Crue Release 'Girls, Girls, Girls'
On May 15, 1987, Motley Crue released their 'Girls, Girls, Girls' album.