Queensrÿche, Tesla, Michael Schenker, Krokus, Extreme, Winger, Stephen Pearcy (Ratt) and More Booked for Monsters of Rock Cruise



The annual Monsters of Rock Cruise (MORC) hard rock and heavy metal fan immersive music cruise, is returning for its thirteenth year. Promoter, On the Blue Cruises, has announced the Norwegian Cruise Line‘s Norwegian Joy® will set sail from Port of Miami, Florida March 10 2025, for 5 days/5 nights. It will include performances from over 35 artists on multiple stages, stops at Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau, Bahamas, photo experiences with artists, theme nights, and special events. Head into the article below for more.
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CONCERT REVIEW: Mr. Big – Jared James Nichols Live at KK’s Steel Mill


You can always tell how busy KK’s Steel Mill is going to be by the amount of available parking spaces near the venue. Tonight there are none. Not a one. Forget being able to swing a cat, inside KK’s tonight there’s barely enough room to swing a tardigrade.Continue reading


Jared James Nichols Booked to Play Gibson Garage London – On Tour Now



Gibson ambassador, Jared James Nichols, is to perform at the Gibson Garage London Saturday, March 23. The event will take place from 12:00-2:00pm and includes a live performance, Q&A, and a guitar clinic. Nichols is currently in the midst of a winter tour (including dates with Mr. Big) in support of his latest self-titled studio album, Jared James Nichols available via Black Hill Records. Check out his recent video for “Saint or Fool” and live details below.
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John Garcia (ex-Kyuss) Books North American East Coast Tour Dates



American desert rock pioneer, John Garcia known for his work with bands such as Kyuss, Hermano, Slo Burn, and more – has announced a North American East Coast tour for this spring. He will be performing classic songs from some of his iconic bands. Kicking off May 15 in Madison, WI, support comes from Jared James Nichols, psych-rock duo Telekinetic Yeti, and Left Lane Cruiser.Prior to the tour, John Garcia will be performing a free show in Austin, TX on March 16 with support from Midnight. Find more details in the article below.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Jared James Nichols – Jared James Nichols


 

Critics who claim Rock And Roll is dead have not listened to Wisconsin native Jared James Nichols’ self-titled third album (Black Hill Records) which is filled with twelve pieces of evidence to the contrary. Nichols is known for his signature pick-less style and is one of only four global ambassadors for Gibson Guitars, which certainly sets expectations high for what you are about to experience.Continue reading


INTERVIEW: Jared James Nichols on Festivals, Touring, and New Music Coming Soon!


 

Keefy caught up with Jared James Nichols at Aftershock Festival this year. Jared discussed his new singles from his upcoming new self-titled album, released on January 13th via Black Hill Records. Jared discussed performing at festivals, what a typical day on tour is like, touring with Black Label Society, what to expect from his new album, and more!

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AC/DC’s “Back In Black to be Celebrated by Guns N’ Roses, Alice In Chains, Anthrax And Lamb Of God in a Livestream This Week


 

“Back in Black 40th Anniversary: A Virtual Celebration” livestream event will take place this Friday, July 24 At 5:00pm ET/2:00pm PT . Hosted by Jared James Nichols, the “Back in Black 40th Anniversary: A Virtual Celebration” will feature Slash, Sebastian Bach, members of Alice in Chains, Cage the Elephant, Anthrax, Trivium, Lamb of God, Refused, Airbourne, GWAR, Cherie Currie, Dave Amato, Orianthi, Sergio Vallin of Mana, Emily Wolfe, Brian Posehn, and many more. The special event will include AC/DC testimonials, appearances, tutorials, and performances. Tune-in on Friday, July 24 at 5:00PM ET to watch the free livestream, “Back in Black 40th Anniversary: A Virtual Celebration” across the Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Twitch channels of Consequence of Sound. To kick the event, enter to win AC/DC gear including the Gibson Custom Shop 1961 Les Paul SG “Red Devil” guitar in Cherry Red just like Angus Young’s of AC/DC, as well as, two Gibson SG Standard’s in Ebony.

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The 2017 Hellfest Open Air Festival Lineup Has Been Revealed


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The 2017 Hellfest Open Air Festival will be taking place from June 16th-18th in Clisson, France next year, and the final lineup has now been confirmed. Continue reading


On The Road… with Zakk Wylde – Book Of Shadows II Tour


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One thing about Zakk Wylde he never does what is expected of most guitar heroes. In his nearly 30 year career, he has always thrown curveballs at listeners, paved his own road, and still delivered for fans. Continue reading