Rock music history is riddled with iconic guitars, signature sounds, and legendary partnerships between artists and world-class guitar brands. Slash’s enduring status as a Les Paul player is nearly 40 years in the making. The handcrafted tone of Brian May’s DIY build, the Red Lady, made him one of the top rock guitarists of all…
Acoustic guitars aren’t very metal. That is, until you hear the intro of Metallica’s Fade to Black, or till Black Sabbath’s Planet Caravan sparks a compulsion to turn the overdrive down and jam the riff to some bongos. From the most esteemed and expensive to the silent heroes of the guitar world, our list collects…
The year 2023 marked the loss of several revered figures in the metal music community, each leaving a distinct void in the genre’s rich tapestry. Fans and fellow musicians alike felt the impact of these departures, reflecting on the legacies and contributions that have shaped the sound and culture of metal music. 1. Algy Ward…
When we’re talking about influential metal bands, there is no more single influential band to heavy music than Black Sabbath – Full Stop. Whether it’s Ozzy’s bizarre singing style or Tony Iommi’s thimble-fingered guitar tone that could cut through even the darkest Birmingham fog clouds, the band’s unique sound was not the responsibility of one…
Choosing the greatest rock bands is always challenging because of how many great bands exist. Rock music has described culture and the music business for decades, with some bands being absolute icons. There are always great bands to choose from. In that regard, the greatest rock bands are defined by what they have done, what…
The New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) scene was legendary for bridging 70s rock and 80s metal – the relay runner who witnessed the gradual mutation of classic rock’s clean distortions into its off-shooting sub-genres, from glam rock to speed metal and, eventually, full-mud death metal. Dominated by a comparatively small handful of bands,…
90s rock songs never go out of fashion. Over thirty years on from Nirvana’s trilogy of teenage wasteland records, many top rock bands of the 1990s still hold the apathetic youth of today spellbound; their basement vibe empowering a deep-set love for real, band-written music, distinctly removed from the soulless songwriting process behind vast swathes…
When you are going to the karaoke bar as a hard rock fan, sometimes it can be hard to figure out exactly what you want to sing. So we’ve made a list for you of the 22 best karaoke songs that will make sure your night is rocking, And it will also keep you out…
To lovers of metal and rock music, the electric guitar is more than just an instrument. It’s a symbol of innovation, rebellion, and passion that has shaped the sound of music for generations. From the sultry blues to the high-octane riffs of rock and metal, the electric guitar has been at the forefront, providing musicians…