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WOW … Guns N’ Roses announce split with drummer, “The band thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity and sturdy presence over the past 19 years”

NEWS — In breaking news from the Guns N’ Roses camp, it has been announced that the band are parting-ways with their long-time drummer Frank Ferrer. Guns N’ Roses have already issued a statement which has hit the wire late this morning March 19th 2025. While there is no official announcement of a replacement, a source has informed Metal Sludge that the new drummer is a buddy of Duff McKagan‘s. The following is from Ultimate[…]

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CRUISE NEWS PART 1 … The Waste Some Time with Jason Green show has Documented both The 80’s Cruise and The Monsters of Rock Cruise

CRUISE NEWS — Many of our readers are familiar with the Waste Some Time with Jason Green podcast and we’re going to share a few of his recent Vlogs below and update this article as he releases new ones from the recent music cruises he attended. Green took part in both The 80’s Cruise and the Monsters of Rock Cruise, which lined up perfectly with only 1 day separating the two annual water festivals. The[…]

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SAVED By An ANGEL – Bobbie Brown recalls how she was Addicted to Meth, Weighed 90 Pounds and Partying on New Year’s Eve back in 1994, and Shares this Chilling Photo

“It was New Year’s eve and I was addicted to Meth weighing 90 pounds.” — Bobbie Brown SOCIAL MEDIA — Bobbie Brown took to social media today writing about one of the lowest points of her life when she was abusing hard drugs and partying. Brown shared a photo of her from New Year’s Eve 1994 recalling that night, and how her life seemed to be in a downward spiral, but little did she know[…]

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59 DEAD / 155 INJURED … Fire Rips through Nightclub Killing Dozens of Young Concert Goers after Band used Pyrotechnics in their Live Show

MACEDONIA — Horrible news to report as we learn of another fire at a nightclub that has killed dozens of young concert goers. According to online reports a band called DNK was performing at a small venue called “PULSE” in Kochani Macedonia when they set off pyrotechnics during their show, and their special effects (sparklers) ignited flammable ceiling tiles which soon engulfed the club in thick smoke and flames. Officials are saying that “stage effects[…]

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RIP … Troubadour Owner Eddie Karayan has Passed Away at 89

WEST HOLLYWOOD, California — Very sad news as we report the passing of Eddie Karayan. Karayan owned the famous Troubadour night club in West Hollywood with Doug Weston who passed away back in 1999. Karayan was a huge part of the Hollywood music scene and helped set in motion the careers of countless musicians and entertainers. The Troubadour night-club located in West Hollywood on Santa Monica Boulevard has been a staple in the music industry[…]

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MY NAME IS MUDD … Wes Scantlin Arrested for Alleged Felony Domestic Violence against Girlfriend and Drug Possession

TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA — Rock n’ Roll menace Wes Scantlin of Puddle Of Mudd has been arrested once again. Scantlin, 52, was taken into custody earlier in the week in Southern California after he got into a dust-up with his girlfriend. TMZ has reported on the singer’s arrest that included a charge for possession of drugs and another for alleged felony domestic violence against his girl. Below is the TMZ article from earlier today. More legal[…]

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MORC … Ted Poley to Paul del Boccio regarding his Heart-Attack: “You Didn’t Die Until the Final Hit was Over!”, the Drummer’s reply was Two Thumbs Up!

“Paulie is being moved to ICU 4. I’m coming back on the boat once it docks to pack our stuff. Looking very likely we will be flying to S Florida for further testing and treatment. His EKG looked good so far. He’s eating. All good news “ — Paulie‘s friend Laura‘s message on social media The Bahamas — It’s great to report that Paul del Boccio is currently recovering from his medical emergency that happened[…]

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DEVELOPING NOW … Ted Poley’s drummer Paul ‘Paulie’ del Boccio suffers a Heart-Attack while on Stage on the Monsters Of Rock Cruise

“We didn’t know exactly what was going on. Show ended, people were waiting for the group photo. Suddenly, parts of the drum kit were being thrown aside. Then everyone was “told” to get out. Looking back it looked like they were doing CPR, we thought he had fallen backwards. After getting out of the theater, and into another floor, we heard a ‘Alpha Emergency’ being broadcast, and crew running toward the stairs.” — A Fan[…]

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ROXX GANG … Kevin Steele opens up about his Father’s involvement in his Mother’s 1969 Murder and his Guitarist Eric Carrell’s Mysterious Death in 1986 on The Hair Metal Guru

PODCAST NEWS — In a brand new episode of The Hair Metal Guru the guest is Roxx Gang founder and lead vocalist Kevin Steele. Steele has been somewhat of a recluse over the years but every once in a while he pops up and this interview has plenty to offer for the hardcore 80’s rock fan. Roxx Gang was founded and formed in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1982 and by 1988 the group had signed[…]

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UPDATE … New report at TMZ says Police Have Video Showing Taime Downe’s Fiancée Going Overboard on The 80’s Cruise

“Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ … the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office in Florida is in possession of video that shows Kimberly climbing the ship’s rail and taking a step off.” — TMZ March 10th 2025 — In a brand new report at TMZ, the word is that Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office have video of the tragic incident that took place last Sunday on The 80’s Cruise involving Faster Pussycat‘s singer Taime Downe‘s fiancée Kimberly Burch. The[…]

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