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AC/DC’s Angus Young opens up about retirement, Axl

AC/DC’s Angus Young opens up about retirement, Axl

by Bram Teitelman | Aug 1, 2016 | Touring, Updates

It’s been a trying few years for AC/DC, with quite a few lineup changes. Their former drummer tried to kill someone, their rhythm guitarist and founding member is suffering from dementia, their lead singer suddenly had to retire from touring or risk going deaf,...
Ranking AC/DC’s songs that say “rock” in them

Ranking AC/DC’s songs that say “rock” in them

by Metal Insider | May 26, 2016 | Lists, News

Tomorrow, comedian Jim Breuer will release his debut music album, Songs From the Garage, on Metal Blade Records. As we’ve mentioned before, the album, which was produced and features guitar from Volbeat/Anthrax guitarist Rob Caggiano, has now-former AC/DC...
Jim Breuer brings Brian Johnson out of semi-retirement on “Mr. Rock n Roll”

Jim Breuer brings Brian Johnson out of semi-retirement on “Mr. Rock n Roll”

by Bram Teitelman | May 17, 2016 | New Music, News

Jim Breuer has been worshiping AC/DC since before he was on Saturday Night Live. Breuer’s spot-on imitation of the band’s former (?) vocalist Brian Johnson has been a staple of his stand-up set for years. But unlike mere mortals, the comedian has been able...
AC/DC responds: “A lot of people think Brian was fired. That’s not the case”

AC/DC responds: “A lot of people think Brian was fired. That’s not the case”

by Alix Vallecillo | May 6, 2016 | News, Updates

After Brian Johnson was let go from AC/DC after facing permanent hearing loss, many wondered what the motivation behind it was. The plot thickened when Johnson’s friend and comedian Jim Breuer expressed his displeasure about AC/DC giving their long-time singer...
AC/DC responds: “A lot of people think Brian was fired. That’s not the case”

AC/DC update: Axl appears with band, Breuer reiterates Johnson deserved better

by Bram Teitelman | May 5, 2016 | News, Touring, Updates, Video

It still feels weird that we live in a world without David Bowie and Prince and Brian Johnson was replaced in AC/DC by Axl Rose. None of that makes that much sense, but here we are, and on Saturday, the first-ever AC/DC show featuring their fourth vocalist will take...
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Martijn Westerholt’s Eye of Melian unveil “Symphonia Arcana” video
Martijn Westerholt’s Eye of Melian unveil “Symphonia Arcana” video

Martijn Westerholt's Eye of Melian project has unveiled a new video for their latest single, "Symphonia Arcana." The track is the second single from their upcoming album, Forest of Forgetting, scheduled for release on February 20, 2026, via Napalm Records. Founded by...

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Myrath unveil cinematic video for new single “The Funeral”
Myrath unveil cinematic video for new single “The Funeral”

Myrath have released a cinematic video for their latest single, "The Funeral." The track is taken from their upcoming album, Wilderness of Mirrors, which is scheduled to arrive on March 27, 2026, via earMusic. Watch the clip below and pre-order the album here: ...

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In Vain say final farewell to beloved vocalist, drop his final project
In Vain say final farewell to beloved vocalist, drop his final project

Norwegian progressive death/black metal outfit In Vain have left a parting gift for 2025 and, in honor of late vocalist Sindre Nedland, are sharing the release of his final solo album, Embers. The record was completed just days before Nedland's passing in March 2025,...

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New & Noteworthy: Echoes In Releases – 11/7/2025

New & Noteworthy: Echoes In Releases – 11/7/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. November kicks off with new music from the likes of Finger Eleven, Agnostic Front, Armor For Sleep, Drain and Alcatrazz among the many...

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New & Noteworthy: Releases Go in the Forest – 10/31/2025

New & Noteworthy: Releases Go in the Forest – 10/31/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This Halloween saw new music from the likes of Avatar, Aephanemer, Despised Icon and Primitive Man, as well as an early holiday EP from...

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New & Noteworthy: You Are Safe From Releases Here – 10/24/2025

New & Noteworthy: You Are Safe From Releases Here – 10/24/2025

New & Noteworthy is Metal Insider’s weekly column highlighting some of the newest rock and metal releases coming out each week. This week saw new music from the likes of Warrant, Mammoth, Serj Tankian, The Acacia Stain, Dayseeker and Soulfly amongst the many...

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