Joe DiVita

Joe is Loudwire's Editor-In-Chief since 2024 and started as a freelancer with the site in 2013. A fan of rock and metal since residing in the womb, raised on GN'R and only the best of the hair metal era, his gateway to everything else came via 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4' where Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast" was in the soundtrack. Nothing has been the same since. Instagram: @icenerveshatter

40 Years of Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine Talking About Metallica

In this Loud List, watch video clips from across four decades of interview featuring Megadeth's Dave Mustaine talking about Metallica.

A Very Awkward Joe Walsh Story

In the latest episode of the Beardo and Weirdo podcast with comedian Craig Gass and Five Finger Death Punch bassist Chris Kael, Gass shares some personal stories about his friend and Eagles legend Joe Walsh. Sporing an Eagles hoodie ...

The 11 Best Death Metal Albums of the 2020s (So Far)

It's been an outstanding decade for death metal so far! See what we said are the 11 best death metal albums of the 2020s.

Fernando Ufret Plays His Favorite Riffs (And Sings Like Eric Cartman)

Guitarist and popular streamer Fernando Ufret plays his favorite riffs on Gear Factor and sings like Eric Cartman of 'South Park.'

Fit for an Autopsy Guitarist Launches Eyewear Initiative for Other Musicians + Crew

Fit for an Autopsy guitarist Pat Sheridan has helped launch a helpful initiative for touring musicians and crew.

5 Best New Thrash Bands Since 2010, Chosen by Warbringer’s John Kevill

Warbringer frontman John Kevill shouts out the best of new school thrash with bands who got their start in the 2010s or later.

The Real Story Behind the Greatest Stage Rant Ever

In this Beardo and Weirdo podcast clip, an infamous frontman reveals the truth about his viral stage rant.

The 5 Best Nu-Metal Songs of the 2020s, Chosen by Magnolia Park

The members of Magnolia Park name the best nu-metal songs of the 2020s so far, in advance of the release of their new album 'VAMP.'

Sunfyre Plays Her Favorite Drum Parts

Popular Twitch streamer Sunfyre (SunfyreTV) is the latest guest on Gear Factor, playing her favorite drum parts.

5 Lessons Bayside Learned From Being a Band for 25 Years

Bayside bassist Nick Ghanbarian reflects on lessons learned throughout the band's 25-year career.

Slayer Announce Huge 2025 U.S. Stadium Show

After announcing a small handful of 2025 shows, Slayer have added one more stadium gig to this year's schedule.

Running Into Metallica in Hawaii

In this Beardo and Weirdo podcast clip, Craig Gass tells Chris Kael about spotting Metallica members in Hawaii while others were oblivious.