Megadeth recently part ways with David Ellefson, now the former bass player. The reason behind that was a sexual video of Ellefson. Megadeth’s former producer Max Norman talked about this decision. Why did Megadeth part ways with David Ellefson? Earlier this month, David Ellefson was involved in a video scandal. These videos were about Ellefson and…
There are many ways to play the guitar, and certainly many Legendary Guitarists, such as Chet Atkins, Joni Mitchell, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, among countless others. While these are all stylistically varied and irrefutably great guitarists, they are not Metal Guitarists. The specific stylings of Metal Guitar are almost universal within the genre: Big Distortion,…
When we talk about the legends of metal music, we often think about the shredding guitarists and powerful vocalists who command the stage. But behind these frontmen (and women), there’s a force that drives the music forward with thunderous beats and jaw-dropping speed – the drummers. Metal wouldn’t be the same without these masters of…
While it is easy to notice the strength and passion of the young ones, the enduring power of metal music is epitomized by the legends who have shaped its sound over the decades. From groundbreaking albums to unforgettable live performances, these artists have not only contributed significantly to the metal scene but also boast impressive…
Some bands’ bold decisions, the time records were released, fans’ expectations, or simply bad publicity have relegated some great metal albums from the spotlight. We did the hard work for you and dove deep into metal history to rescue them from oblivion. These are some of those pearls saved from the sea of time and…
While the rock and roll bands in the ‘60s laid the foundations for rock and roll to take over the world, the top 12 rock bands from the ‘70s took everything to the next level. Yes, ready or not, in this decade, the world experienced some of the biggest, most ambitious, and most grandiloquent rock…
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…
While it is easy to notice the strength and passion of the young ones, the enduring power of metal music is epitomized by the legends who have shaped its sound over the decades. From groundbreaking albums to unforgettable live performances, these artists have not only contributed significantly to the metal scene but also boast impressive…
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,…