What’s the continuing attraction, in 2012, for the long-gone Led Zeppelin? From movie trailers to “American Idol,” these long-haired, often-shirtless heavy-metal rock-gods — disbanded since the turn of the 1980s, mind you — remain front of mind. You May Also Like: Why ‘Celebration Day’ Provided the Perfect Farewell for LedRead More

There are moments when it all comes together on one concert bill, when the opening act works seamlessly to get the crowd ready for the headliner. Then, there are the other times. These times. You May Also Like: When the National Anthem Was Simply Terrible: Gimme Five

For some time, co-founding drummer Bill Ward has said he’s waiting on a “signable contract” before joining the rest of Black Sabbath for its pending reunion project. Now, he’s ready to reveal the sticking points You May Also Like: No related posts.

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“They were like product, almost,” Aerosmith’s Joe Perry argues.

Check out David Lee Roth’s hand-written lyrics for the song “Blood and Fire,” one of the stand-out tracks from Van Halen’s new project A Different Kind of Truth. You May Also Like: Why Complaints About Van Halen’s ‘A Different Kind of Truth’ Were Overblown

Done with chemotherapy, Black Sabbath co-founding guitarist Tony Iommi says a course of radiation is next, as he continues an ongoing battle against lymphoma. “Hopefully,” the 64-year-old metal legend says, “my body will start to get back to normal soon.” You May Also Like: Why Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi WasRead More

Though I still have quibbles with the spelling of the band’s name, the retro sound White Wizzard brings to the table is awesome.

No word yet on when the new album will drop, but Aerosmith is definitely hitting the road this summer. Steven Tyler, Joe Perry and Co. have announced a 18-date American tour, to be played between June 16 and August 8. You May Also Like: Steven Tyler – We’re All SomebodyRead More

Leighsa Montrose, wife of Ronnie Montrose, says she has been “so moved and completely at a loss for words” over the outpouring of love and respect for the late legendary rock guitarist. You May Also Like: No related posts.