Posted by Chris Annunziata on June 9, 2020
And we have another mashup! This one comes from Spirit Machines as they put together Tool’s “Sober” and Led Zeppelin’s “Kashmir.” The best part about this mashup is that Tool gave their stamp of approval! Spirit Machine commented on the mashup and provided some background facts. “‘Kashmir‘ and ‘Sober‘ are the sole property of Led Zeppelin […]
Posted by Elise Yablon on April 30, 2020
Satellite radio provider SiriusXM has announced that they will be adding nine new limited-time, artist-focused stations to their rotation starting May 1. Artists getting dedicated stations include Metallica, Guns ‘N’ Roses, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones, Prince and George Strait. The new stations come at a very opportune time, […]
Posted by Matt Zaniboni on April 15, 2019
Last September, Mastodon lost their manager Nick John to pancreatic cancer. To honor John, the group covered the Led Zeppelin classic “Stairway To Heaven.” The single was released over the weekend for Record Store Day and proceeds are going to pancreatic cancer research. Listen to the song below: Mastodon are embarking on a North American […]
Posted by Zenae Zukowski on August 3, 2018
Last night (2nd), The Smashing Pumpkins celebrated their 30th Anniversary at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ. It was a remarkable evening that included guest performances from Deftone’s Chino Moreno, Courtney Love, Peter Hook and more. Luckily, Metal Insider contributing photographer Melinda Oswandel was there to capture the event. Check out the amazing […]
Posted by Zenae Zukowski on June 25, 2018
Vinnie Paul, another metal icon that is gone too soon, has shocked the entire community as many have shared their reactions on social media. While we still don’t know the official cause of death, it’s been reported that the 54-year-old Pantera/HellYeah drummer had a heart attack and died in his sleep on Friday night (22nd). […]
Posted by Zenae Zukowski on May 8, 2018
Mutoid Man have continued sharing their cover series with their take on Little Richard’s “Keep A-Knockin” as they gave the track a new name “Keepa Gnawkin.” Just last month they shared their spin on the Tom Jones cover with “She’s A Mutoid Lady”, then Led Zeppelin’s “Communication Breakdown.” Now we can order the covers EP and […]
Posted by Metal Insider on April 25, 2018
Heavy metal developed in the late 1960s and early 1970s, primarily in the United Kingdom, with roots in blues-rock and psychedelic/acid rock. The unbridled energy and abrasive sounds, characterized by frenetic guitar distortion, pounding rhythms and deafening screaming, portrayed an emotional intensity that had never been explored before. There were quite a number of emerging rock bands […]
Posted by Zenae Zukowski on February 27, 2018
To celebrate fifty-years of Led Zeppelin a little early, the group will have their first-ever Record Store Day release. On April 21st, the band will unleash a limited edition 7-inch single, which is produced by Jimmy Page and pressed on yellow vinyl. The single will have two previously unreleased versions, which were handpicked by Page […]
Posted by Zenae Zukowski on September 26, 2017
According to the new Fine Brothers Entertainment video, Led Zeppelin isn’t for everyone. With the limited radio stations available on the road, there’s always that one classic rock channel playing Led Zeppelin hits every hour. Based on the new Kids React To clip, a few of these children most likely listen to the said […]
Posted by Bram Teitelman on August 16, 2017
Slayer might be the most fearsome of the Big Four, but they’ve gotta soundcheck too. Instead of busting out songs they’ve been playing for over 30 years, they appear to enjoy busting out some classic rock covers. One of the perks of their VIP packages is allowing fans to attend their soundchecks, and while Kerry […]
