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Vinnie Paul Has No Interest in Reconnecting With Former Pantera Bandmate Phil Anselmo

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:34:38 +0000

Phil Anselmo has been incredibly open lately about wanting to bury the hatchet with Pantera bandmate and Hellyeah drummer Vinnie Paul. Anselmo has repeatedly stated that his "door is wide open" for a reconciliation with Vinnie Paul, but in a new interview, the drummer reiterates that he simply has no interest in reconnecting with Anselmo.

Pantera's Classic Songs Turned Into Lullabies by Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:03:18 +0000

Pantera's music has long served as inspiration for knocking somebody out, but for parents seeking a more responsible method to put their kids to sleep, a new CD, 'Lullaby Versions of Pantera,' has just been released by Twinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star.

Phil Anselmo Talks Boxing With Rapper 50 Cent

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 22:47:49 +0000

As one of metal's most aggressive vocalists in history, it's no surprise to learn that Pantera / Down vocalist Philip Anselmo is a huge fan of boxing. Surely tracks such as 'F---ing Hostile' and 'Mouth for War' have inspired many fists to bust through walls, along with faces, so Boxing Insider welcomed Anselmo for an exclusive interview, but here's the catch: Philip Anselmo was brought in to conduct an interview with yet another musician and boxing fan … rapper 50 Cent.

Dimestock 2012 – Tribute to Dimebag Darrell

KC — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:07:14 +0000

It is that time of year again. We gather to honor the memory of the legendary Pantera axeman, Dimbag Darrell Abbott. Dimestock 2012 Saturday December 8th The Dark Horse (1805 Regent Missoula, MT) Live Music from - Blessiddoom Universal Choke Sign Mahamawaldi Each band will cover some of their favorite Dimebag songs. Plus drink specials, [...]

Blaze Baby Reacts to Hearing Pantera for the First Time

KC — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:51:39 +0000

With Dimestock coming soon, I felt I needed to introduce my son to Pantera today. I have done a pretty good job in the last few months of not being "that guy." The guy that forces pictures of their kid into your face. But today, I felt I needed to share with you pictures of the newest addition to the Blaze family, and his reaction to Pantera's music.

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 Interested In Hypothetical Pantera Reunion

KC — Wed, 23 May 2012 00:08:30 +0000

There has been rumors that Pantera is considering a reunion. As we all know, the band could not be complete without the legendary Dimebag Darrell. And the band feels that the thought of a reunion could bring back haunting memories of the past. But, hypothetically, if they were to reunite, not a lot of guitarists could match what Dimebag brought to music. The only person who even comes close is Zakk Wylde.

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

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Fri, 18 May 2012 14:59:55 +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?

Foo Fighters Team Up With Mick Jagger, Godsmack & Pantera Drop Albums Tomorrow — Angel's Rock Report

Angel — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:00:34 +0000

Let's start with my favorite news of the week. Mick Jagger won't be performing with his Rolling Stones bandmates when he hosts Saturday Night Live this week -- he's picked three acts to play with that could be musical guests in their own right. Foo Fighters and Arcade Fire -- both vete

Soundgarden Hookin' You Up With Their New Single For Free, Pantera's Rex Brown Owes Back Taxes — Angel's Rock Report

Angel — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:09:56 +0000

Metallica, Neil Young and Crazy Horse, Foo Fighters, Stevie Wonder and Jack White will headline the fifth annual Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival, August 10th through the 12th at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco.

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Former Pantera Bassist Rex Brown Owes $450,000 in Back Taxes

Jeff Giles — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:38:30 +0000

It’s Tax Day, which means you might not be in a very good mood right now. But cheer up, because even if you’re writing the IRS a check this year, chances are you don’t owe anywhere near as much as former Pantera / Down bassist Rex ‘Rocker’ Brown.

Watch Full Stream of Metal Masters 3 Clinic Featuring Phil Anselmo, Geezer Butler + More

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:30:58 +0000

If you were cursing your geographical locale and luck last night (April 12) because you could not attend the third edition of Samson’s ‘Metal Masters‘ clinic, which is essentially a heavy metal all-star jam, then you’re in luck. If you’ve got three hours, you can enjoy a stream of the entire event which took place at the famed Key Club on Hollywood’s even more famed Sunset Strip.

What Do You Think About The 'New' Pantera Track "Piss"? [POLL]

Angel — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:39:16 +0000

How can there be a ‘new’ Pantera song? I know, that’s what I said too. While putting together the 20th anniversary reissue of ‘Vulgar Display of Power,’ drummer Vinnie Paul rediscovered the forgotten track ‘Piss’ in the archives. It was the only track recorded during that cycle that didn’t make the final cut. Vinnie says [...]

Do You Like The 'New' Pantera Song?

Angel — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:43:34 +0000

What do you think about the 'lost' Pantera track "Piss"?

Exclusive Audio, Brent Smith Of Shinedown Talks About 'Amaryllis' E-Book — Angel's Rock Report

Angel — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:39:12 +0000

Shinedown are not only releasing a new album, Amaryllis, on March 27th — there’s also publishing an e-book. For Your Sake: Inside the Making of Shinedown’s Amaryllis is 75 pages long and will be available through the iTunes store for iPads. The e-book is broken down into four chapters and combines text and photos as [...]

Korn, Trivium + New Pantera Music Video Added to 2012 Revolver Golden Gods Lineup

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:08:14 +0000

The Revolver Golden God Awards have just announced a new batch of rockers to appear at the 2012 ceremony. Not only will Korn, Tenacious D, Dee Snider and Trivium present and perform in the show, but drummer Vinnie Paul will debut a never-before seen Pantera music video from the ‘Vulgar Display of Power’ recordings.

Vinnie Paul Turns 48

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 18:01:12 +0000

Happy birthday to Pantera and Hellyeah drummer Vinnie Paul, who turns 48 today. Even as he approaches the age of 50, the drummer still smashes away at the skins, using his arms and legs in ways that most men his age couldn’t even consider at this point. But he’s still got plenty of gas left in the tank.

New Band Holiday?

Lafe Boucher — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 03:16:45 +0000

Well, today is the national holiday known as Valentine’s Day and I am celebrating by satisfying my love of music and listening to as much music as possible. I was watching some videos of Dimebag Darrell and celebrating his life. I watched many videos by many other artists and I started to wonder, who is [...]

50 Of The Best Viral Videos Of 2011

KC — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 05:14:52 +0000

A look back at some great viral videos, which have become such a huge part of our lives.

Zakk Wylde Remembers Dimebag Darrell

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:14:08 +0000

Today (Dec. 8 ) marks seven years since the tragic death of Dimebag Darrell and three other victims at a Damageplan show in Columbus, Ohio. Guitarist Zakk Wylde recently talked to Revolver about what Dimebag meant to the metal community as well as the legacy he leaves behind.