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Michael Thomas

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Michael Thomas is a music historian obsessed with the '70s and '80s rock scene. He collects vinyl and argues about Led Zeppelin daily.
22 June

Ozzy Osbourne’s Iconic Final Performance Throne Is Going on Display in Birmingham

  • byMichael Thomas
Ozzy Osbourne’s final-stage throne is heading home. The black gothic chair used during Black Sabbath’s “Back to the…
22 June

“If You Have Ideas, Making a Record’s Easy”: Deep Purple Are Already Talking About Another Studio Album in 2027

  • byMichael Thomas
Deep Purple may not even have released Splat! yet, but the band is already looking past it. In…
22 June

LISTEN: Roger Waters shares Reimagined version of Pink Floyd’s classic Comfortably Numb with new lyrics in English and Arabic

  • byMichael Thomas
The legendary catalog of Pink Floyd has always been deeply political, but co-founder Roger Waters has taken things…
22 June

“A brilliant guitar player”: The Guitarist Keith Richards Says Consistently Left Him Amazed

  • byMichael Thomas
Keith Richards
Keith Richards has spent most of his life separating the real players from the rest. He has praised…
22 June

“The one that had the vision”: Don Henley Once Made a Surprising Call About Who Really Led the Eagles

  • byMichael Thomas
henley
Don Henley has never been shy about the inner workings of the Eagles, but one remark he made…
22 June

“Cancelling Music Is the Same as Taking Books Off Shelves”: Jonny Greenwood Hits Back at Concert Cancellations

  • byMichael Thomas
Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood has spoken out firmly against the cancellation of his 2025 UK tour dates with…
22 June

GWAR Under Federal Secret Service Investigation after mock Donald Trump Execution In DC

  • byMichael Thomas
The theatrical universe of shock-rock has collided head-on with federal law enforcement. GWAR, the satirical heavy metal collective…
21 June

Former GODSMACK Drummer SHANNON LARKIN Defends Band’s Choice To Recruit ‘Overqualified’ MIKE MANGINI For New Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
When a legendary rock band undergoes a major lineup shift, the internet rock community is inevitably flooded with…
21 June

Anthrax Drummer Charlie Benante Injures His Hand and Pulls Out of Summer Shows

  • byMichael Thomas
Charlie Benante has been forced to step away from a stretch of Anthrax’s summer touring after injuring his…
21 June

Mick Jagger Explains the Political Heart of The Rolling Stones’ New Album: “It’s About America as an Idea”

  • byMichael Thomas
Mick Jagger has opened up about the surprisingly political edge on The Rolling Stones’ forthcoming album Foreign Tongues,…
21 June

Kirk Hammett Falls Off Stage in Dublin During Metallica Concert, Laughs It Off as “Slip & Destroy”

  • byMichael Thomas
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett took a literal tumble but kept the show going with his signature humor during…
21 June

Keith Richards Admits Age Forced Him to Give Up a Longtime Habit: “I Wasn’t Far From the End of the Runway”

  • byMichael Thomas
Keith Richards
Keith Richards has revealed that age finally forced him to rethink one of his longest-running habits. In a…
21 June

Stewart Copeland Says He Still “Gets Along Great” With Sting Despite Police Royalties Lawsuit

  • byMichael Thomas
Stewart Copeland
Stewart Copeland is pushing back against the idea that the Police’s ongoing royalties dispute has poisoned his relationship…
21 June

“I Nearly FUCKing Fainted!” — Rod Stewart Sparks Severe Health Panic After Mid-Concert Medical Emergency

  • byMichael Thomas
Rod Stewart
The relentless touring schedule of an 81-year-old rock icon has once again sparked heavy concern across the music…
21 June

See Rush Make History With First-Ever Show In Mexico City During ‘Fifty Something’ Tour

  • byMichael Thomas
Progressive rock titans Rush made history on June 18, 2026, delivering their first-ever concert in Mexico City at…
21 June

“Unfortunately, It’s Absolutely Not What They Want” — K.K. Downing Shuts Down Hopes of a Permanent Judas Priest Reunion

  • byMichael Thomas
The dream of seeing heavy metal’s most iconic twin-guitar attack permanently back together has been dealt a definitive…
21 June

Billy Corgan Refuses to Use AI in His Music, Calling It “a Deal With the Devil”

  • byMichael Thomas
Billy corgan
Billy Corgan is drawing a hard line on artificial intelligence in songwriting. In a new interview on the…
19 June

Iron Maiden Enforces Strict Phone-Free Policy for Paris Concert

  • byMichael Thomas
bruce Dickinson
Iron Maiden is doubling down on creating an immersive live experience by implementing a strict phone-free policy for…
19 June

“I Could Be Dead Within a Week”: Trent Reznor on Pulling Back From Addiction to Create Nine Inch Nails’ Year Zero

  • byMichael Thomas
Trent Reznor, the uncompromising creative force behind Nine Inch Nails, has never shied away from confronting his inner…
19 June

Gene Simmons Declares “The Middle East Needs Israel to Exist” in Passionate Defense of His Birthplace

  • byMichael Thomas
KISS co-founder and rock legend Gene Simmons has once again made headlines with his outspoken support for Israel,…
19 June

Brent Smith Embraces Life as a True Minimalist With No Physical Home: “I’ve Never Had an Issue Being on the Road”

  • byMichael Thomas
shinedown
Shinedown frontman Brent Smith is redefining what it means to live the rock star life, revealing he has…
19 June

WATCH: Erik Grönwall Tears Through Skid Row, Black Sabbath & Deep Purple Covers at Finnish Rock Festival

  • byMichael Thomas
Former Skid Row frontman Erik Grönwall brought his soaring vocals and undeniable stage presence to the Lisää Löylyä…
19 June

Keith Richards Is Uncertain if the Rolling Stones Can Tour Anymore

  • byMichael Thomas
Keith Richards
For decades, one thing always seemed certain: if there was a Rolling Stones tour being discussed, Keith Richards…
19 June

Saxon Announce “Gods of Thunder” 2027 UK & Ireland Tour with Epic Eagle Stage Return

  • byMichael Thomas
New Wave of British Heavy Metal pioneers Saxon have unleashed details of an epic 11-date UK and Ireland…
19 June

Lemmy’s Ashes Find New Home at O2 Apollo Manchester After Emotional Download Festival Tribute

  • byMichael Thomas
Motorhead legend Lemmy Kilmister’s ashes have a powerful new permanent home at a venue he loved deeply, continuing…
19 June

The Rolling Stones Reveal “Jealous Lover” as Their Next ‘Foreign Tongues’ Single

  • byMichael Thomas
The Rolling Stones are keeping the momentum going behind their upcoming album Foreign Tongues with the announcement of…
19 June

Chicago Co-Founder Walt Parazaider Dies at 81 After Long Battle With Alzheimer’s

  • byMichael Thomas
The music world is mourning the loss of Walter “Walt” Parazaider, the founding member and visionary behind Chicago’s…
19 June

“This Is a Rebirth”: Jon Bon Jovi Declares Voice “Fully Recovered” Ahead of Emotional Comeback Shows

  • byMichael Thomas
jon bon jovi
Jon Bon Jovi is stepping back into the spotlight with renewed confidence and a powerful message of perseverance.…
19 June

“I Was in Such a Hole”: Aimee Mann Admits She Nearly Turned Down Epic Rush Reunion Performance

  • byMichael Thomas
Aimee Mann has opened up about nearly missing one of the most memorable moments of her career —…
19 June

“I Have Never Had More People Come Up To Me Than At A Slipknot Concert”: Why Margot Robbie Refuses To Be Embarrassed By Her Metalhead Roots

  • byMichael Thomas
When you picture the typical heavy metal fanatic, your mind probably drifts toward denim vests caked in band…
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