Liz Ramanand has been a concert junkie and metal head since the ripe age of 9 years old. Now that passion has turned into an obsession. While working for AOL's heavy metal unit Noisecreep.com as well as Roadrunner Records, she graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Journalism and English from Brooklyn College. She makes it her priority to attend at least four concerts a week any less would make her a very unhappy metal head.
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Zakk Wylde Rocks Apple Store With Q&A Session + Acoustic Performance in NYC
Some may go into the Apple Store to check out the latest iPad or iPhone, but Friday night (Jan. 17) metalheads gathered at the Apple Store in New York City's SoHo neighborhood for an intimate question and answer session along with an acoustic performance featuring the one and only Zakk Wylde.
Tom Morello Dishes on Working With Bruce Springsteen on the Road and In the Studio
Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello is an influential musician in his own right but in a new interview with UltimateClassicRock, he talks all about working with legendary Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Morello not only filled in for guitarist Steve Van Zandt during an Australian trek, but he also plays on eight tracks on the new Springsteen album 'High Hopes.'
Halestorm’s Arejay Hale and Josh Smith Reveal What They’d Like for Christmas
Halestorm received a major present at the beginning of the year with a nice shiny Grammy. The band has been trekking nonstop in support of their latest album ‘The Strange Case Of…,’ and during their New York date at Terminal 5 we had the chance to speak with drummer Arejay Hale and bassist Josh Smith about what they'd like for Christmas.
In This Moment’s Maria Brink Talks Success of ‘Blood,’ ShipRocked 2014 + More
In This Moment have had incredible success with their latest album ‘Blood,’ which has sold 200,000 copies in the United States alone since being released in August 2012. They're rounding out 2013 with their headlining Hellpop Tour and will start 2014 with another leg of the trek (go here for dates).
Five Finger Death Punch Drummer Jeremy Spencer Reveals Details About Upcoming Autobiography
Five Finger Death Punch fans know that the band and its members relay honesty through their music, lyrics and live performance. When we sat down with drummer Jeremy Spencer, he spoke very honestly about an autobiography he is currently working on.
Soil Bassist Tim King Talks New Album ‘Whole,’ Return of Singer Ryan McCombs + More
Chicago rock band Soil have had one hell of a ride, with over 15 years of making music and six studio albums to their name, they march on with their latest release, aptly titled ‘Whole.’ The band recently wrapped up their North American tour with Dope, but they have another run of U.S. dates set to kick off in late November, followed by an early 2014 tour of Europe with Skindred. For a full list o
Trivium’s Matt Heafy on Producer David Draiman: ‘Vocally, He Was a Huge Asset for Me’
Trivium fans will certainly be able to hear David Draiman’s influence on the band's new album, ‘Vengeance Falls.’ Draiman is best known as the singer of Disturbed and Device, but he stepped into the role of producer for Trivium’s latest release.
P.O.D. Release Touching New Video for ‘Beautiful’
P.O.D. have revealed their brand new music video for their track beautiful via VEVO. The song is the band's third single off of their latest album, 'Murdered Love.'
Cryptic Murmurs Give ‘CNN Cyborg’ Anderson Cooper His Own Metal Theme Song
If any journalist deserves their own metal anthem, it’s Anderson Cooper. And Canadian metal band Cryptic Murmurs have given him just that.
Danko Jones Discusses His First Guitars and Admiration for Eddie Van Halen
Singer-guitarist Danko Jones and his band were recently confirmed for this year’s Uproar Festival after wrapping up an early 2013 tour with Volbeat. These new dates will find the group continuing to support their latest album 'Rock and Roll Is Black and Blue.'
In This Moment Unleash Racy ‘Adrenalize’ Video
In This Moment will have hearts, among other body parts, racing with the video for their new single ‘Adrenalize’ off of their latest album ‘Blood.’
Metallica Tap Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones + More for 2013 Orion Festival
Metallica started 2013 in a big way by revealing that they would be staging their second annual Orion Music + More Festival in Detroit on June 8 and 9. Now, the band has unveiled the bands that will join them at the two-day extravaganza. Among the acts sharing the stage with Metallica will be Red Hot Chili Peppers, Deftones, Rise Against and more.