“Experience Hendrix” 2019 kicked off this weekend featuring guitar legends Joe Satriani, Zakk Wylde, Eric Johnson, Jonny Lang, and Dweezil Zappa, Dave Mustaine pay tribute nightly to the genius and career of Jimi Hendrix. The shredders perform with the all-star tribute led by Jimi’s Band Of Gypsy’s. Mustaine of thrash legends Megadeth is on his first time out on the tour. Watch video of him performing with the band. Continue reading
Following up on yesterday’s story, on doctors’ orders, Ozzy Osbourne has now postponed the full UK and European “No More Tours 2” tour dates with Judas Priest due to Ozzy being in poor health. After seeing his physician again, he has been diagnosed with a severe upper-respiratory infection which the doctor feels could develop into pneumonia given the physicality of the live performances and an extensive travel schedule throughout Europe in harsh winter conditions. Concert-goers should hold on to their tickets, as they will be honored for the rescheduled dates (details of which will be announced in the coming months). Refunds are also available at point of purchase. We hope Ozzy gets well soon and can keep up with the rest of his dates the rest of 2019. Continue reading
Black Label Society, led by Zakk Wylde, has booked a spring tour of the USA, dubbed “20 Years of Sonic Brewtality Tour,” a brand-new batch of 2019 North American tour dates in conjunction with the release of a new, reimagined version of the band’s iconic 1999 debut LP, Sonic Brew, on May 17, 2019 titled Sonic Brew – 20th Anniversary Blend 5.99 – 5.19, original formula with enhanced flavor.. Support will come from Conan and Atomic Bitchwax. The band will be on the road supporting the Remastered reissues of BLS’ entire back catalog, coming over the next few years from their label eOne. The Company has licensed the following titles: Sonic Brew, Stronger Than Death, 1919 Eternal, The Blessed Hellride, Hangover Music Vol. VI, Mafia, and Shot to Hell.
Ozzfest has been resurrected as a one-night-only New Year’s Eve Concert and party, taking place at The Forum in Los Angeles. After the festival concludes, Ozzy will help fans ring in the New Year with a countdown. Ozzy, Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Jonathan Davis of Korn, Body Count, and Black Label Society have been announced. BLS will headline a second stage outside the Forum, with more bands to be added along with other holiday festivities. Tickets for the Live Nation-produced Ozzfest 2018 go on sale Friday, October 26 at 10:00 A.M. PT. Ticket prices range from $49.50 for general admission to $179.50 for a reserved seat. VIP packages are also available at the link below. Continue reading
Although Nightwish vocalist Floor Jansen (then still with her previous band, After Forever), and Pagan’s Mind guitarist Jorn Viggo Lofstad had never actually met before, when they played a handful of cover versions during an ‘All-Star Jam’ at Progpower USA in 2007, the two hit it off immediately. Discovering they both shared a fondness for basic, stripped down heavy rock music, the pair sat down the following year and wrote an album’s worth of music quite different to what they were both producing at the time.Continue reading
Ozzy Osbourne recently canceled his final four shows from of his “No More Tours 2 Tour” due to two emergency hand surgeries to treat infections. Ozzy has now rescheduled those shows for next summer that were to take place at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California (October 6), Mattress Firm Amphitheatre in Chula Vista (October 9), the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles (October 11) and MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas (October 13). Ticketholders for the four shows should hold on to their tickets, as they will be honored for the rescheduled dates. Refunds are also available at point of purchase. New dates are below. Continue reading
Blending his biggest hits from his solo career and a bit of Black Sabbath nostalgia, Ozzy Osbourne kicked off his farewell as a touring last night in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Stone Sour provides the direct support on all dates. Dubbed the “No More Tours 2” Tour, this is reportedly Ozzy’s final stint of long runs of concert dates, although like Sabbath he hasn’t ruled out one-off festival appearances and concerts in the future. He is adamantly not retiring and has wavered off and on about making new music. He also hinted at a future Ozzfest in New York City, but it appears there won’t be one in 2018.Continue reading
The second annual Fear The Riff Expo is coming up fast. The popular Effects, Pedals and Guitar Gear Expo has announced the full artist schedule and new appearances by legends. Taking place August 11 in Brooklyn, NY at the Brooklyn Expo Center, the event now features Zakk Wylde (Wylde Audio, Black Label Society) and John Petrucci (Dream Theatre), guitar clinics hosted by Gil Parris & Ken Haas (Reverend) and Mark Holcomb (Periphery), a performance by Morley Artist David Mercado & guests Al Mercado & Alex Garcia and more.Continue reading
The second annual Fear The Riff expo will come to Brooklyn, New York on August 11. Gearheads, effects aficionados and fans who want to meet their heroes alike will enjoy the event, happening at the Brooklyn Expo Center from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m.Fear The Riff expo will feature many artists showcasing their endorsed product, including Zakk Wylde will be on hand showcasing his brand Wylde Audio while meeting fans and doing a signing session. Zakk will be doing his meet-and-greet from 12:15 PM to 1:30 PM.
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Zakk Sabbath has announced a few tour dates this summer. The Black Sabbath cover band led by Zakk Wylde can only play a few gigs this summer due to his extensive touring planned with Ozzy Osbourne. In addition to Wylde, Zack Sabbath includes in its ranks bassist Blasko (Ozzy Osbourne, ex-Rob Zombie) and drummer Joey Castillo (Danzig, Queens of the Stoneage, Bloodclot). Continue reading