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Tom Morello Unsure If Rage Against the Machine Will Ever Perform Again

Mary Ouellette — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 20:08:09 +0000

With the recent release of ‘Rage Against the Machine - XX,’ the 20th anniversary edition of Rage Against the Machine's self-titled debut disc, fans had plenty of reason to celebrate in hopes that it marked only the beginning of fresh new things to come from the band. However, guitarist Tom Morello has squashed that dream for now, even going so far to say that the band may never play together again at all. Say it isn’t so, Tom!

Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello: Not All Band Members Ready to Make a New Album

Anne Erickson — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 18:14:50 +0000

With the 20th anniversary edition of legendary rap-rockers Rage Against the Machine’s self-titled debut on target to arrive Nov. 27, rumors have been swirling that the band might be planning a new album. Guitarist Tom Morello dashed any of those hopes in an interview with Billboard earlier this month, and now, he’s chiming in on why the band might not regroup for a new set.

Tom Morello Says 'No Plans' for Rage Against the Machine Beyond Reissue of Debut Album

Chad Bowar — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:12:16 +0000

With the 20th anniversary edition of their self-titled debut set to be released Nov. 27, Rage Against the Machine fans are wondering if the band plans on recording a new album.

Tom Morello, Serj Tankian + Tim McIlrath Release Pro-'Occupy' Song 'We Are the 99 Percent'

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 19:25:13 +0000

Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello, System of a Down singer Serj Tankian and Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath have joined forces to create an unofficial anthem for the Occupy Wall Street movement. Morello recently performed a free show to mark the one-year anniversary of Occupy and to help "re-energize" the political faction.

Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello Bashes Vice Presidential Candidate Paul Ryan

Jeff Giles — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 13:17:09 +0000

One of the things that can be frustrating about being an artist is your inability to control the way your work is interpreted or enjoyed — as Rage Against the Machine‘s Tom Morello is rediscovering this week, upon learning that Republican Vice Presidential nominee Paul Ryan is a big fan of his band.

Tom Morello Calls for 10,000 Guitarists To Join Him in NYC Park as Part of Occupy Rally

Spencer Kaufman — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:58:16 +0000

Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello has put the word out for 10,000 guitarist to join him in New York City’s Bryant Park on Tuesday, May 1, at noon ET, as part of the May Day Occupy Wall Street demonstrations.

Tom Morello Calls Randy Rhoads the 'Greatest Hard Rock Guitarist'

Tree Riddle — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 18:35:07 +0000

Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Randy Rhoads influenced many axe-men before his tragic death 30 years ago — one of them being Rage Against the Machine‘s Tom Morello. The mad-scientist of hard rock guitar explains how Rhoads gave him the courage to find his own unique sound.

Rage Against the Machine to Rush Limbaugh: 'Hey Jackass, Stop Using Our Music'

Tree Riddle — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:05:00 +0000

In the aftermath of Rush Limbaugh’s controversial rant regarding Georgetown law student Sandra Fluke, sponsors and musicians alike have been cutting ties with his popular radio show. Now, the controversial radio host has caught the wrath of Rage Against the Machine, who didn’t mince words when demanding Limbaugh stop using their music.

Tom Morello Gets Annoyed By Rage Against The Machine Questions [VIDEO]

Tree Riddle — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 18:05:05 +0000

In the latest installment of Tom Morello’s web series ‘The Nightwatchman Speaks’ he confirmed something that we unfortunately found out first hand — he gets annoyed when asked about Rage Against the Machine. Rage Against the Machine pioneered an entirely new brand of music when they burst onto the scene with their self-titled 1992 debut. [...]

All That Remains Singer Calls Out Tom Morello – Rock Tweets Of The Week

Tree Riddle — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 21:46:43 +0000

This weeks rock tweets include the usual goofiness like ninjas and extra small condoms, but it also features All That Remains vocalist Phil Labonte's harsh criticism of Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello regarding an Occupy Wall Street performance. Philip Labonte (@philthatremains): Thank god @tmorello performed for #occupywallst. Proving he, and those peeps have NO [...]

Zakk Wylde, Staind, Seether, Tom Morello Record 'Baseball Tonight' Themes

Tree Riddle — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 21:01:57 +0000

ESPN is looking to replace their 'Baseball Tonight' theme song and have enlisted Zakk Wylde, Staind, Seether, and Tom Morello to record their own versions of the track, hear them all here.

Tom Morello, Tim McIlrath, And Wayne Kramer At The Machine Shop

Tree Riddle — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 20:47:11 +0000

Tom Morello Plays At The Banana Studio

Tree Riddle — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:12:52 +0000

Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine stopped by the Banana studio to jam a couple of Nightwatchman tunes with Wayne Kramer of the MC5 prior to their gig at The Machine Shop. Check out the pics taken while they performed 'Black Spartacus Heart Attack Machine' and 'Union Town'.

Win Tickets To See Tom Morello

Chris Monroe — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:38:01 +0000

Want to go see Tom Morello, Tim McIlrath and Wayne Kramer at The Machine Shop? Sign up now for your chance to go see the “Justice Tour” which supports labor unions in the midwest! Enter to win after the jump! Click here for your chance to win tickets to the show to see: Tom Morello [...]

Tom Morello Talks Justice Tour, Rage Against the Machine, And More

Tree Riddle — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:30:20 +0000

Tom Morello gives us the scoop on his upcoming Justice Tour, The Nightwatchman, the future of Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave, his new comic book 'Orchid' and more in this exclusive interview.

Tom Morello Disses Rage Against The Machine Copycats

Tree Riddle — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:33:43 +0000

Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello speaks out on record labels, sell out bands, and how they inherited the audience they didn't deserve. That's what we always loved about Rage: they spoke the truth regardless of who was listening.

Tom Morello Of Rage Against The Machine And Tim McIlrath Of Rise Against Bring 'The Justice Tour' To Flint's Machine Shop

Tree Riddle — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:10:19 +0000

Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello, is embarking on a three day tour to support labor unions in the Midwest. He will be joined by Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath as the duo hits The Machine Shop in Flint, Michigan this September.

Rage Against The Machine's Tom Morello Launches New Comic Book 'Orchid'

Tree Riddle — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 18:15:45 +0000

Tom Morello has often been called 'The Mad Scientist of Rock' for the innovative and unusual sounds that come out of his guitar. Now the Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave axeman looks to make his mark in an entirely new medium; the world of comics.

Rage Against The Machine Vs. Tool: A History Lesson By Tom Morello

Tree Riddle — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:31:12 +0000

In the days leading up to Rage Against the Machine's L.A. Rising show, the band has been posting a series of 'Guerilla Videos' to promote the event. The latest video features Rage guitarist Tom Morello talking about the band's origins and their competition in those early days: a band named Tool.

Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello Solos on Google Guitar [VIDEO]

Anne Erickson — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 16:00:06 +0000

Have you played Google's guitar yet?

The web-based company unveiled their virtual guitar on Thursday (June 9) to honor Les Paul's birthday, and due to its popularity, the guitar now has a permanent home on the website.

Apparently, even the great Tom Morello can't get enough of Google's six-string, as he uploaded a killer YouTube video that shows him soloing on it.