by Zach Shaw | May 16, 2012 | Festivals, That's Unfortunate
When hearing the term “Christian Music Festival,” most metal fans’ initial reaction is to run away. Over the past few years, though, the Cornerstone Festival has had a heavy dose of Christian metal and hardcore bands on its bill. However, that’s about to change since...
by Zach Shaw | May 8, 2012 | That's Unfortunate
It’s always disappointing to hear stories of musicians’ gear getting stolen while onstage. And apparently Shadows Fall drummer Jason Bittner is the latest victim of backstage robbery. Following the band’s show in Atlanta, GA last night (May 7), Bittner posted the...
by Zach Shaw | May 3, 2012 | That's Unfortunate
Talk about a tough break for the Texas Hippie Coalition. It has been revealed today that guitarist Randy Cooper will be forced to sit out of the “Band Of Outlaws” upcoming plans for the immediate future after suffering a serious arm injury. The band’s manager Brad...
by Zach Shaw | May 2, 2012 | That's Unfortunate
Though he may not be touring with Fear Factory any more, drummer Gene Hoglan has been keeping quite busy. Lately the “Atomic Clock” has been filling in on drums for Testament (and will soon take part in the Death To All Tour). However, during their recent stop in...
by Zach Shaw | Apr 30, 2012 | That's Unfortunate
It turns out that the Decibel Magazine Tour hasn’t been all fun and games for The Devil’s Blood. After their show in San Antonio, TX last night (April 29), the group were reportedly robbed and stranded by their driver on the tour. And you better believe that The...
by Bram Teitelman | Apr 5, 2012 | That's Unfortunate
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYrBqO45PTk[/youtube] As you’ve probably heard by now, Jim Marshall, founder of Marshall Amplifiers, died earlier today. The Marshall amp is synonymous with rock and roll, and while Marshall led a long and fulfilling life,...