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The Infinite Staircase Featuring Zakk Wylde + More Unveil 'The Pride' Benefit Video

Chad Childers — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:47:21 +0000

Late last year, the music community was rallying around the victims of Hurricane Sandy and a number of name rockers decided to do their part by recording a benefit song. New York outfit the Infinite Staircase garnered guest turns from Black Label Society's Zakk Wylde and JD Deservio, Candlebox frontman Kevin Martin and Sevendust drummer Morgan Rose for a song called 'The Pride.' With the track now out, a video from the recording sessions has surfaced.

Zakk Wylde Recording Hurricane Sandy Benefit Song With Members of Sevendust + Candlebox

Chad Childers — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 16:53:59 +0000

Several members of the hard rock community are mobilizing to help those in need by recording a benefit track to raise funds for those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The collective, which consists of Black Label Society's Zakk Wylde and JD Deservio, Sevendust's Morgan Rose, Candlebox's Kevin Martin and New York outfit the Infinite Staircase, will record the as-yet-untitled song with plans to release it as an iTunes exclusive on Jan. 8.

Zakk Wylde Praises Randy Rhoads, Talks Black Sabbath + Recalls Funny Ozzy Osbourne Moment

Chad Bowar — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 20:19:51 +0000

Black Label Society recently wrapped up a Canadian tour, and Rock Cellar caught up with frontman Zakk Wylde for a wide-ranging conversation about those shows and numerous other subjects.

Zakk Wylde Likens Potential Pantera Reunion to Led Zeppelin Getting Back Together

Chad Childers — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 19:21:41 +0000

Zakk Wylde's name has come up more than a few times this year as a fill-in for a potential Pantera reunion, but before that could ever happen, the remaining members would have to determine if a reunion without the full original lineup is in their best interest. Wylde tells Brave Words that Pantera getting back together after the death of Dimebag Darrell is similar to what Led Zeppelin had to consider when offers continued to flood in after the loss of John Bonham.

Phil Anselmo Says Quotes About Zakk Wylde and Pantera Were 'Taken Way Out of Context'

Chad Childers — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:44:05 +0000

There have been several stories over the past year on the topic of Zakk Wylde filling in for the late Dimebag Darrell should Pantera ever decide to reunite for shows, but singer Phil Anselmo says comments he made to that effect were taken out of context.

Zakk Wylde Unveils Video Teaser For 'Guitar Apprentice' Instructional Video Series

Mary Ouellette — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 14:38:32 +0000

Zakk Wylde’s new signature edition guitar instruction collection titled ‘Guitar Apprentice’ is now available exclusively at Guitar Centers in the U.S. as of Oct. 1 and now the leader of the Black Label Society has released a humorous clip to promote his rock ‘n’ roll lessons. Recorded live at Wylde’s on Black Vatican studio in [...]

Phil Anselmo Open to Pantera Tour Featuring Zakk Wylde Filling in for Late Dimebag Darrell

Spencer Kaufman — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 23:04:36 +0000

Throughout the past year, the surviving members of Pantera have commented on the possibility of Zakk Wylde filling in for the late Dimebag Darrell if the band were ever to reunite. While it's all been speculation thus far, singer Phil Anselmo now reveals that he recently discussed the topic with Wylde himself.

Zakk Wylde to Host Sports Talk Radio Show

Chad Bowar — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 19:49:53 +0000

Zakk Wylde, founder of Black Label Society, will host a new weekly sports talk series on SiriusXM. ‘Wylde on Sports’ will debut Sept. 4 and air every Tuesday for six weeks on SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio. The co-host will be Ken Thomson, Wylde’s brother-in-law and a veteran sports talk host.

Zakk Wylde, Iron Maiden's Steve Harris + More Confirmed For 'That Metal Show' Season 11

Liz Ramanand — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 16:28:40 +0000

Metalheads can breathe a sigh of relief, as VH1 Classic’s That Metal Show, which stars Eddie Trunk, Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson, will return for its 11th season. Scheduled guests for the upcoming season include Zakk Wylde, Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris, King Diamond, former Queensryche singer Geoff Tate + many more.

Phil Anselmo 'Not Too Sold' on Zakk Wylde Playing in Potential Pantera Reunion

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Fri, 18 May 2012 18:30:55 +0000

Pantera are one of the very few bands whose power and influence has remained legendary for decades. As Pantera consistently remain one of the most discussed bands in metal history, the subject of a partial reunion comes up fairly regularly. However, the question remains — who would fill the spot of the late, great “Dimebag” Darrell Abbott?

Zakk Wylde Talks New Book, Sobriety, Pantera, and Going 'Un-Blackened' [INTERVIEW]

Tree Riddle — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:00:31 +0000

Black Label Society frontman Zakk Wylde talks about his new book 'Bringing Metal to the Children,' as well as sobriety, jamming with Ozzy again on an upcoming tour, sobriety, his thoughts on going solo, the rumored Pantera tribute/reunion performance and his future plans with BLS in this exclusive interview.

Zakk Wylde Brings 'Metal To The Children' In New Book Promo [VIDEO]

Tree Riddle — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 20:18:59 +0000

Zakk Wylde takes on the role of the cool uncle you never leave your kids with as he coverts a group of young’uns into metal heads in this hilarious new promo video for his upcoming book. Zakk Wylde has already earned his honor badge for “guitar badassery,” now the Black Label Society and former Ozzy [...]

Vinnie Paul: If a Pantera Reunion Happened, Zakk Wylde Would Fill Dimebag's Spot

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:18:43 +0000

Hellyeah / ex-Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul recently spoke about a hypothetical Pantera reunion during an interview with radio station 97.1 The Eagle Rocks. During the discussion, Paul revealed that if a Pantera reunion were to happen, his first and only choice to fill in for his late brother “Dimebag” Darrell Abbott would be Black Label Society shredder Zakk Wylde.

Zakk Wylde Book Out April 10

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 15:36:32 +0000

Zakk Wylde can add author to his long list of accomplishments. The guitarist’s heavy metal handbook ‘Bringing Metal to the Children’ will land at book retailers on April 10 via William Morrow, which is a HarperCollins imprint. Wylde penned the book with the help of Eric Hendrikx. Despite the title, it’s not a book four youngins by any means.

Black Sabbath European Shows Rebooked as 'Ozzy + Friends' Wiith Zakk Wylde and Slash

Spencer Kaufman — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:49:17 +0000

With Tony Iommi battling lymphoma and Bill Ward in a contract dispute with the band, Black Sabbath will now only play one gig on their previously scheduled European tour. Other than the U.K.’s Download Festival on June 10, the rest of the shows will be billed as ‘Ozzy & Friends,’ in which singer Ozzy Osbourne [...]

Jim Breuer Tells Unflattering Zakk Wylde Story After Declining Roast Invite [AUDIO]

Tree Riddle — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:51:44 +0000

Comedian Jim Breuer recently explained that he declined his invite to the Rock and Roll Roast of Zakk Wylde after an inappropriate experience caused him to “lose all respect” for the metal icon. SNL alum Jim Breuer is a well known lover of metal who has professed his love of Metallica and AC/DC on several [...]

Zakk Wylde Talks About His Upcoming Roast [VIDEO]

Tree Riddle — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:46:46 +0000

Zakk Wylde recently spoke about being the first victim of Guitar World's first Rock and Roll Roast, which will feature rock roasters like Ozzy Osbourne, Corey Taylor, and Chris Jericho as well as comedians like Jim Norton, Brian Posehn, and Jim Breuer -- check out Zakk's thoughts and the trailer here.

Zakk Wylde Penning Kids Book He Dubs The 'Bible Of Stupidity'

Tree Riddle — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:52:54 +0000

Zakk Wylde is known for many things, most of them relating to music or being an all-around badass. His latest endeavor has the Black Label Society frontman storming the literary world with what he calls the 'Bible of Stupidity.'

Zakk Wylde Joins Guns N' Roses For AC/DC Jam [VIDEO]

Tree Riddle — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:45:01 +0000

Once upon a time Zakk Wylde auditioned to be the second lead axeman in Guns N' Roses, last week fans in Indianapolis got a chance to see what that pairing might've been like...minus Slash, Duff, Matt Sorum, etc.

Zakk Wylde Gets 'Unholy' On New Black Veil Brides 'Rebels' EP

Tree Riddle — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:33:31 +0000

Black Label Society frontman Zakk Wylde will be grinding his axe to the tune of Kiss on the new Black Veil Brides EP, ‘Rebels,’ which is due for release this Christmas. It’s BLS meets BVB on the upcoming ‘Rebels’ EP. The disc will feature the leather clad rockers covering Billy Idol’s ‘Rebel Yell,’ an original [...]