Jon Wiederhorn

On Aug. 21, 1977, Motorhead began their career ascent with their self-titled album.

'The Rev' passed away at the age of 28.

On Dec. 28, 2015, we lost an all-time legend.

On Dec. 8, 2004, Dimebag Darrell's life ended when he was shot by a gunman onstage during a Damageplan show in Columbus, Ohio.

On Dec. 3, 2015, the iconic Stone Temple Pilots singer died while on tour.

The last GN'R album with Slash and Duff.

Metallica stepping way outside their comfort zone.

On Sept. 27, 1986, Metallica's Cliff Burton was killed in a bus crash.

And with that, System of a Down exploded.

Turmoil, disaffection, misanthropy and self-indulgence have always been creative tools for Slipknot.

On Aug. 26, 2008, Slipknot issued their final album with the late Paul Gray, 'All Hope Is Gone.'

On Sept. 7, 1988, Metallica released '...And Justice For All,' their first album without Cliff Burton.