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Mötley Crüe’s Nikki Sixx responds to accusations band plays with backing tapes

Mötley Crüe’s Nikki Sixx responds to accusations band plays with backing tapes

Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live NationMötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx is hitting back at an accusation the band performs with backing tapes on their tour. As previously reported, the accusation was made by former Vanilla Fudge drummer Carmine Appice, who claimed that guitarist Mick Mars, who retired from touring with Crüe, was “unhappy” touring with the band because “basically, everything was on tape.” A fan on…read more »

Linkin Park shares throwback Chester Bennington video on late singer’s birthday

Linkin Park shares throwback Chester Bennington video on late singer’s birthday

Michael Tran/FilmMagicLinkin Park has shared a throwback video of Chester Bennington on what would’ve been the late vocalist’s 47th birthday. The clip, posted to LP’s Twitter, compiles footage of Bennington having fun on the road and backstage, as well as from past birthday celebrations. “Happy Birthday @ChesterBe,” the caption reads, along with a heart emoji.…read more »

Virginia Tech basketball fans sing Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” after arena banned from playing it

Virginia Tech basketball fans sing Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” after arena banned from playing it

Blackened RecordingsMetallica’s “Enter Sandman” still rung out during Virginia Tech’s opening game during the NCAA women’s basketball tournament, despite a rule preventing it from being played. As The Roanoke Times explains, even though Virginia Tech was hosting the game at its home Cassell Coliseum, the NCAA defines tournament matches as “neutral,” meaning the arena isn’t allowed…read more »

Twenty One Pilots cover Blink-182 songs during Lollapalooza South America shows

Twenty One Pilots cover Blink-182 songs during Lollapalooza South America shows

Marcelo Hernandez/Getty ImagesTwenty One Pilots headlined Lollapalooza Argentina and Chile over the weekend in place of the sidelined Blink-182. For those in the crowd missing Blink, Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun gave a nod to the reunited trio during their sets. According to Setlist.fm, the “Stressed Out” outfit performed a cover of “All the Small…read more »

3 Doors Down announces 20th anniversary ‘Away from the Sun’ tour

3 Doors Down announces 20th anniversary ‘Away from the Sun’ tour

Universal Motown Records3 Doors Down has announced a U.S. tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of the band’s 2002 sophomore album, Away from the Sun. The headlining outing begins June 14 in Baltimore and will conclude with the annual Better Life Foundation charity concert, taking place October 21 in Cherokee, North Carolina. Candlebox will also be…read more »

Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen issues statement on Florida attack

Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen issues statement on Florida attack

Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images For The Rock and Roll Hall of FameRick Allen, the drummer of Def Leppard, issued a statement exclusively to ABC News on Sunday in response to being violently assaulted in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, last week. “Thank you everyone for your overwhelming support. Your love and prayers are truly helping. My wife Lauren…read more »