The best 80s metal bassists often represent a very underrated area of the genre. Bassists in general don’t get a lot of attention in music, although they often have a peculiar role in metal. They can ...

Heavy metal has produced legendary artists celebrated for groundbreaking music, powerful live performances, and innovative sounds. Yet, some bands receive accolades and acclaim that many feel surpass ...

Acoustic guitars aren’t very metal. That is, until you hear the intro of Metallica’s Fade to Black, or till Black Sabbath’s Planet Caravan sparks a compulsion to turn the overdrive down and jam the ...

Metal bands had their heyday in the 80s and, believe it or not, controversy also helped. These were the days of the “satanic panic” and a lot of parents were concerned about metal music. A lot of ...

1. Zack De La Rocha The most venomous voice of the anti-establishment movement in the 1990s vanished like a whisper in the air at the beginning of the 2000s. The remaining members of Rage Against the ...

12 Old Metal Bands that Wouldn’t Have a Lot of Popularity Today The evolution of the music industry and changing listener preferences mean that some classic metal bands, despite their groundbreaking ...

The world of guitar playing is vast and diverse, with legends like Chet Atkins, Joni Mitchell, and Stevie Ray Vaughan showcasing unique styles and undeniable talent. However, their mastery doesn’t ...

When It comes to heavy metal, band breakups are as legendary as the music itself. These splits often lead to new beginnings, with former members forging paths that sometimes eclipse their original ...

Music has always been a powerful medium for conveying messages, emotions, and stories. Throughout history, many musicians have drawn inspiration from various sources, including religious texts. The ...

The explosion of Guns N’ Roses at the beginning of their career was a phenomenon that has placed its members among stellar figures among metal artists, beyond what has been the rest of that career.

My favorite metal guitarist and lifelong inspiration was Randy Rhoads, an American guitarist known for his work with Ozzy Osbourne and Quiet Riot. He combined classical music influences with heavy ...