Month: June 2021

Marilyn Manson agreed to turn himself into police in Los Angeles over an outstanding warrant for allegedly spitting on a videographer during a concert in New Hampshire back in 2019. The warrant is for two counts of misdemeanor simple assault; Manson has agreed to have Los Angeles police book and process him for the charges.

New Hampshire Police Chief Anthony J. Bean Burpee told the paper in an email, “What this all means for us is that… it has forced Mr. Warner to finally address his outstanding NH warrant, which will, in turn, allow the victim of the crime to have her say/day in Court in order to hopefully hold Mr. Warner accountable for his actions.”

Corey Taylor was one of the first major artists to hit the road this year, and he just wrapped up a month-long US run. Now, the singer announced he had added a new summer leg to his solo tour, just weeks before Slipknot will hit the road for their fall tour

Taylor’s new solo leg kicks off August 6th at the House of Blues in Las Vegas and runs through an August 19th show at Denver’s Sculpture Park. Taylor will also play a July 16th gig at Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. Taylor will then join up with his Slipknot bandmates in September for the previously announced “Knotfest Roadshow” tour, which also features Killswitch Engage, Fever 333, and Code Orange.

For more information, click the link – here.

In celebration of their recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, as well as the release of their documentary film The Go-Go’s last year, The Go-Go’s have announced five North American tour dates on the West Coast for winter 2021-2022.

The Go-Go’s said in a statement:  “We really missed seeing and playing for our fans and we are happy we can experience and enjoy live music with each other once again.  We are looking forward to celebrating and bringing in a brighter new year with everyone.”

The tour includes performances in San Francisco (December 28th), Los Angeles (December 29th), Las Vegas (December 31st and January 1st), and San Diego (January 3rd). Tickets go on sale today, June 25th at 10:00 a.m. PT/1:00 p.m. ET at Ticketmaster.

Blink-182’s bassist/vocalist Mark Hoppus has shared that he is battling cancer and that he is in the middle of undergoing chemotherapy treatment for the illness. Hoppus did not reveal the type of cancer he is battling, or what stage he is in.

The 49-year-old Hoppus posted on Twitter: “For the past three months I’ve been undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. It sucks and I’m scared, and at the same time I’m blessed with incredible doctors and family and friends to get me through this.  I still have months of treatment ahead of me but I’m trying to remain hopeful and positive. Can’t wait to be cancer free and see you all at a concert in the near future. Love to you all”. 

Hoppus is a founding member of Blink-182, along with drummer Scott Raynor and guitarist/vocalist Tom DeLonge. Following Hoppus’ reveal, DeLonge took to Twitter to say he was aware of Hoppus’ cancer diagnosis and offered his support.  Drummer Travis Barker took to his Instagram Stories to voice support for his bandmate, writing, “Love you @markhoppus” and also said in a statement: “Mark is my brother and I love and support him. I will be with him every step of the way on stage and off and can’t wait for us to play together again soon.” 

Fresh off their full-capacity NYC Madison Square Garden show this past weekend, Foo Fighters announced they will reopen Los Angeles’ Fabulous Forum at a full-capacity performance.  The band announced the show will take place July 17th, the first show at the Forum in over a year.

Unlike the MSG show, fans who are not vaccinated can still get in if they provide proof of negative COVID test within the last 72 hours. The Forum website suggests wearing a mask inside, but it is not posted as mandatory.

Tickets will be on sale to the public this Friday, June 25 at 10am PT.  You can purchase tickets and find general information at the link: here.

Wolfgang Van Halen has reached the top of the charts with his hugely successful ‘Mammoth WVH’ album. Following its release on June 11, the album has hit No. 1 on the Top Rock Albums, Hard Rock Albums and Independent Albums charts, as well as No. 2 on the Top Album Sales and Current Album Sales lists, and at No. 12 on the Billboard 200.  Van Halen said on social media: “I’m blown away and eternally grateful for the support you’ve all given me. This is absolutely crazy. Thank you (Like seriously… a DEBUT ROCK album getting a top 15 placement on the Billboard Top 200 in 2021?! Absolutely insane. You are all incredible.)”

Van Halen debuted the album’s lead single “The Distance” – a tribute to his late father Eddie Van Halen – last fall to critical acclaim and huge popularity.  Wolfgang writes all the songs and performs all of the instrumentation and vocals for Mammoth WVH.   Said Wolfgang: “The name Mammoth is really special to me. Not only was it the name of Van Halen before it became Van Halen, but my father was also the lead singer. Ever since my dad told me this, I always thought that when I grew up, I’d call my own band Mammoth, because I loved the name so much. I’m so thankful that my father was able to listen to, and enjoy the music I made. Nothing made me happier than seeing how proud he was that I was continuing the family legacy.”

Mammoth WVH will hit the road this summer, joining Guns N’ Roses for a tour of US stadiums.

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