Joe is Loudwire's Editor-In-Chief since 2024 and started as a freelancer with the site in 2013. A fan of rock and metal since residing in the womb, raised on GN'R and only the best of the hair metal era, his gateway to everything else came via 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4' where Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast" was in the soundtrack. Nothing has been the same since. Instagram: @icenerveshatter
Joe DiVita
The 14 Biggest WTF Moments of 2024 in Rock + Metal
It's been another wild year in rock and metal. Take a look back at the biggest WTF moments of 2024.
The Hit Iron Maiden Song Adrian Smith Didn’t Think Steve Harris Would Like
If Steve Harris didn't overhear Adrian Smith's song, it may have never wound up on an Iron Maiden album.
Iron Maiden’s ‘Thank You’ Tribute to Nicko McBrain Might Make You Cry
Iron Maiden salute their drummer of 42 years after he retired from touring.
Creed Announce 2025 Summer of ’99 North American Tour Dates
Creed are hitting the road again in 2025, with 3 Doors Down, Daughtry, Big Wreck and Mammoth WVH at different stops.
Rock + Metal Musicians Pay Tribute After Iron Maiden’s Nicko McBrain Retires From Touring
Mike Portnoy, Scott Ian, Geddy Lee and more salute Nicko McBrain's 42-year career in Iron Maiden.
Rock + Metal Legends Talking About Dimebag Darrell
Scott Ian, Rob Halford, Zakk Wylde, Jonathan Davis and more highlighted in a video compilation about Dimebag Darrell.
Who Is Simon Dawson, Iron Maiden’s New Drummer? What You Need to Know
Get to know more about Simon Dawson, Iron Maiden's new drummer stepping in after Nicko McBrain's recent retirement from touring.
Fans React to Iron Maiden’s New Live Drummer Simon Dawson
Iron Maiden have revealed their new live drummer hours after Nicko McBrain played his final show with the metal legends. See how fans have reacted.
The 27 Best Death Metal Albums of 2024
Get brutal with us and check out 2024's best death metal albums.
My Dying Bride Announce First-Ever Show Without Aaron Stainthorpe
Doom metal legends My Dying Bride have announced a new live singer for the first-ever show without Aaron Stainthorpe.
Maze of Terror! Halestorm’s Paranormal Problem
Watch the latest episode of 'Paranormal Prison' where Halestorm may have been followed by a ghost after everything was done.
Sadus Drummer Accused of Abuse by Partner, Disturbing Videos Surface
Sadus drummer Jon Allen is accused of abusing his medically ailing partner amid the surfacing of two videos.