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Slayer Drummer Dave Lombardo Dismissed From Australian Tour After Financial Dispute

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:12:23 +0000

Legendary Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo has just detonated a pipe bomb regarding the thrash band's business dealings and internal turmoil. One week ago, on Valentine's Day, Lombardo was notified by the band's lawyers that his services behind the kit would not be needed for Slayer's upcoming Australian tour dates. The entire story feels beyond odd and incredibly cold, and Lombardo has detailed the sudden decision in an official statement.

Lamb of God, HellYeah, and In Flames Coming to the Orbit Room!

Ned — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 16:00:34 +0000

Speechless is a common word used in situations where you just think to yourself....HOLY CRAP! Recently released from a Czech prison, Randy Blythe of Lamb of God promised that they would reschedule their cancelled Lamb of God/Dethklok tour with a big tour. Turns out he wasn't joking...

GWAR and Devil Driver to DESTROY The Intersection on November 20th!

Ned — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 16:00:50 +0000

If you love metal like I do, you most likely have heard of GWAR! These guys are not from earth, they are from another world! They have decided that before they take over this puny world, they are going to dominate North America one venue at a time! So why not make a stop in Grand Rapids, MI?

Iron Maiden Will Dominate DTE Energy Theatre In July!

Ned — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:50:18 +0000

With the recent announcement of a tour, heavy metal legends Iron Maiden will be making a tour stop at DTE Energy Music Theatre on July 18…and yes…they will DOMINATE! On the road support will be Alice Cooper for the first half, then Coheed and Cambria for the second leg of the tour. Tickets will be [...]

Iron Maiden Planning 2012 Tour!

Ned — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:30:46 +0000

There are some bands that refuse to go away! What you think that's a bad thing? Well your crazy! Man, if this year wasn't already full of amazing bands hitting the road for tours, out of left field comes effin' Iron Maiden. Planning a 2012 tour!

Godsmack, Staind, and Halestorm Join Forces For Spring Tour!

Ned — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:18:25 +0000

The concert year of 2012 is really starting to heat up! Heading out in support of the new albums they have all either released or are in the process of releasing, 2012 seems to be a promising year. There is a little surprise to this tour though….what might that be? The cool thing about this [...]

RAMMSTEIN Hits The Road For North American Tour!

Ned — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:44:10 +0000

Coming from the country of Germany, Rammstein is nothing more than PURE METAL. When you hear this band, all you can think of is hard riffs, pyro, even more pyro, and more metal. Seems like they want to bring this to America!

Hatebreed Talks of New Album, World Tour, And Breaking Stuff

Ned — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 19:00:01 +0000

This past Saturday at the Deltaplex, Hatebreed took the show by storm and showed Grand Rapids how to DESTROY EVERYTHING! Supports Five Finger Death Punch and All That Remains for the 'Share the Welt' Tour. I sat in with lead vocalist of Hatebreed Jamey Jasta as we discussed current plans for Hatebreed, a World Tour, and overall craziness on the road.

Trivium and In Flames Announce North American Tour!

Ned — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:00:27 +0000

Two extremely talented and kick ass metal bands are creating an unholy alliance! Trivium and In Flames are setting out for a 2012 tour! Tour dates were announced this morning, and here they are: Jan. 12 – The Rave – Milwaukee, WI Jan. 13 – Royal Oak Music Theatre – Royal Oak, MI Jan. 14 [...]