Alex Skolnick

Testament's Alex Skolnick + Eric Peterson Rock + Reflect on Riffs

In this edition of Gear Factor, the two thrash legends look back at their earlier guitar inspirations and break down the riffs their most proud of.

Chad Childers

Hear the First Song From the Alex Skolnick Trio's New Jazz Album

The Testament guitarist 's jazz trio returns with their first new album since 2011.

Joe DiVita

Steve Vai, John 5, Gary Holt + Alex Skolnick Praise Zakk Wylde

After presenting Zakk Wylde with his Best Guitarist ‘Hand of Doom,’ the four equally talented shredders spoke about Zakk’s prowess as a true guitar hero.

Graham Hartmann

'Surviving the Music Industry' with Rex Brown, Frank Bello + More

We recruited Pantera's Rex Brown, Anthrax’s Frank Bello, Light the Torch's Howard Jones, Testament’s Alex Skolnick + Metal Blade Records’ Brian Slagel to speak.

Graham Hartmann

Testament's Alex Skolnick Defends Right to Pose With Israeli Flag

The guitarist says the photo and stage move should not be seen as a sign of endorsement of Israel's politics.

Chad Childers

2017 Loudwire Music Awards Announces Hard Rock & Heavy Metal Summit + Black Carpet Hosts

Get details on the inaugural Loudwire Music Awards Hard Rock & Heavy Metal Summit and the hosts of the 'black carpet' festivities at the LMAs.

Chad Childers

Alex Skolnick Reflects on Time in TSO + Loss of Band Founder

Having spent a decade touring with Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Alex Skolnick discussed the personal & cultural impact of the band in wake of Paul O'Neill's death.

Joe DiVita

Alex Skolnick Ponders His Longevity Playing Metal

Testament's Alex Skolnick doesn't want to be an 'aging metal guy,' pondering how long he will play heavy metal, adding that 'right now it's working.'

Joe DiVita

Alex Skolnick on Metallica + Lady Gaga Grammys Performance

Along with defending Lady Gaga, Skolnick expressed bewilderment at the show’s choice of 'Zumba class' dancers onstage.

Graham Hartmann

Kanye West Wears Testament Shirt, Alex Skolnick Responds

Kanye West was recently spotted on the town wearing a Testament tee and this resulted in Alex Skolnick offering one of the most hysterical responses ever.

Graham Hartmann