Liz Ramanand has been a concert junkie and metal head since the ripe age of 9 years old. Now that passion has turned into an obsession. While working for AOL's heavy metal unit Noisecreep.com as well as Roadrunner Records, she graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Journalism and English from Brooklyn College. She makes it her priority to attend at least four concerts a week any less would make her a very unhappy metal head.
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Halestorm’s Arejay Hale and Josh Smith Reveal What They’d Like for Christmas
Halestorm received a major present at the beginning of the year with a nice shiny Grammy. The band has been trekking nonstop in support of their latest album ‘The Strange Case Of…,’ and during their New York date at Terminal 5 we had the chance to speak with drummer Arejay Hale and bassist Josh Smith about what they'd like for Christmas.
In This Moment’s Maria Brink Talks Success of ‘Blood,’ ShipRocked 2014 + More
In This Moment have had incredible success with their latest album ‘Blood,’ which has sold 200,000 copies in the United States alone since being released in August 2012. They're rounding out 2013 with their headlining Hellpop Tour and will start 2014 with another leg of the trek (go here for dates).
Black Label Society Give Preview of ‘Unblackened’ CD and DVD in New York City
Black Label Society are known for being loud -- very loud -- but with their new ‘Unblackened’ DVD and CD, they show off their more melodic side while still keeping their thunderous sound. Even though 'Unblackened' isn't due until Sept. 24, frontman Zakk Wylde gave a select few a preview of the new discs at the Collective School of Music in New York City.
Five Finger Death Punch Unleash Clip of New Song ‘Burn MF’
When it comes to unrelenting aggression, Five Finger Death Punch definitely knows what they’re doing. The band has unveiled an audio clip of their track ‘Burn MF’ off of their forthcoming album, ‘The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Righteous Side of Hell Volume 1,’ which will be released July 30.
Ivan Moody Reveals Special Guest Artists on New Five Finger Death Albums + Discusses Side Project
This year is an exciting one for Five Finger Death Punch fans, the band has already unleashed their first single ‘Lift Me Up’ featuring Judas Priest vocalist Rob Halford. Frontman Ivan Moody is spilling details on more guest vocalists set to appear on the band's double-disc release, 'The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Righteous Side of Hell,' with 'Volume 1' coming out July 30.
Five Finger Death Punch Announce New Release Date for Upcoming Album
Five Finger Death Punch fans are going to have to wait a tad bit longer for the band’s forthcoming album, as the release date has been pushed back one week.
In This Moment Unleash Racy ‘Adrenalize’ Video
In This Moment will have hearts, among other body parts, racing with the video for their new single ‘Adrenalize’ off of their latest album ‘Blood.’
Metallica Tap Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones + More for 2013 Orion Festival
Metallica started 2013 in a big way by revealing that they would be staging their second annual Orion Music + More Festival in Detroit on June 8 and 9. Now, the band has unveiled the bands that will join them at the two-day extravaganza. Among the acts sharing the stage with Metallica will be Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones, Rise Against and more.
Killswitch Engage Set To Unleash New Album ‘Disarm the Descent’ on April 2
Killswitch Engage have announced that their new album will be titled ‘Disarm the Descent’ and will hit stores on April 2. This disc is the band’s sixth album, but first with original lead singer Jesse Leach since 2002's ‘Alive or Just Breathing.’
Megadeth Make Progress on New Album While Dave Mustaine Sells Gear From Old Studio
Megadeth spent 2012 touring nonstop but now the legendary metal group is hard at work on its 14th album.
Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale Talks Latex Pants, Christmas Presents + More
Halestorm may have received an early Christmas gift with their Grammy nomination but when we spoke to frontwoman Lzzy Hale she humorously reflected on the presents she got last year and explains what she would like this Christmas.
Buckcherry Offer Free Download of New Single ‘Gluttony’
We recently reported that Buckcherry unleashed their brand new single 'Gluttony' off of their forthcoming album 'Confessions.' The band is now offering a free download of the track for today (Dec. 10) only.