Some rock stars are so cool, they have to wear shades. Buddy Holly might have been the first, and John Lennon was also famous for his eye wear. These days, rockers wear shades sometimes because they have to – bright light sensitivity is a main reason – but often because of the image factor. While there is no real stigma in wearing regular prescription glasses, wearing dark glasses is different. In any other professions it[…]
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“So right now we’re just taking our time, because we have time. And we’ve got a couple guys on the radar that we’re gonna audition.” — Rachel Bolan of Skid Row Metal Sludge — The Skid Row singer saga continues and it seems there is hint of light at the end of the tunnel. In a recent interview with the band’s co-founders Rachel Bolan (bass) and Dave ‘Snake’ Sabo (guitars) the pair shared news from[…]
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“I played in Knoxville. The venue was massive – probably over 1,000 capacity – and 85 people showed up!” — Riki Rachtman on his One Foot in the Gutter Tour LOS ANGELES – His fascinating life a series of wild ups and downs, Riki Rachtman plans to go out with a bang. He’s expected to perform what figures to be one of his last public appearances July 22 at Backstage Bar in Las Vegas for[…]
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“I’ll show you where it hurts” — Paul Stanley of KISS to female interviewer Metal Sludge — The internet is forever and so are the videos and photos that get uploaded by the millions on a daily basis. In recent days a video has surfaced on YouTube that has caught the attention of rock fans as it features KISS co-founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley with a female interviewer. The 40 second clip shows the[…]
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“Regrettably we need to inform the fans of Jack Russell’s Great White that Jack will not be performing next weekend at Four Winds Casino due to an ongoing health issue.” — Four Winds Casino statement about Jack Russell’s Great White cancelling July 12th appearance Metal Sludge — Jack Russell’s Great White have been forced to cancel yet another show, and this time the singer’s appearance was slated for Friday July 12th 2024 at “Four Winds[…]
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“It’s embarrassing to me. Could you imagine Chuck Berry playing to [pre-recorded guitar] tracks? Or Keith Richards, or anything like that?” — Tracii Guns on bands using pre-recorded tracks Metal Sludge — In a brand new interview L.A. Guns founder and lead guitarist Tracii Guns says; “I Would Be Really Embarrassed To Even Think Of’ Playing Along To Pre-Recorded Tracks During Live Shows.” Guns spoke to The Rock Experience With Mike Brunn, and was asked[…]
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Metal Sludge — June 25th 1994 the American Noize Fan Forum was held in Burbank California at The Hilton Hotel and convention center and the weekend event hosted bands, performances, industry types and was attended by fans from around the world. The event was basically a NAMM type of convention but geared more towards fans and organized by American Noiz and Michelle Siddiqi. Now a full 30 years later to the day, a 90 minute[…]
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“It’s over, I can’t see you anymore.” — Johnny Monaco Metal Sludge — Nobody ever said breaking up was easy, but with social media it’s giving people an opportunity to share personal feelings that most of us would rarely see otherwise. Johnny Monaco is a rock guitarist, blogger and co-host of The Waste Some Time with Jason Green show and he has recently shared a very raw and honest breakup video. Monaco, who is in[…]
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“The group released its 2000 single, “Butterfly,” which rocketed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 music chart. Their debut album, “The Gift Of Game,” was also a success, selling more than 1.5 million copies.” — TMZ Metal Sludge — Sad news as we report the passing of Crazy Town frontman Shifty Shellshock. Shellshock real name Seth Binzer died on Monday June 24th 2024 at a Los Angeles residence. Below is an article as[…]
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“Usually when people my age want to listen to this type of stuff, it’s all music that’s 40 years old,” Evick says. “And that’s the music I love, too – those bands and songs are my influences. But I want to make music for people my age. I’m trying to fill that void that I feel is missing from modern rock.” — Gavin Evick Metal Sludge — Does the apple fall from the tree, or[…]
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