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What’s the First Guitar Riff Everyone Learns?
See tons of rock and metal guitarists playing the first riff that many players learn.
Other Guitarists Shred the Metallica Riffs That Made Them Want to Learn
Other guitarist play the Metallica songs and riffs that inspired them to pick up an instrument.
Jay Weinberg Addresses Split With Slipknot in New Statement
Jay Weinberg speaks out for first time since Slipknot announced they were parting ways with the drummer.
Slipknot Part Ways With Drummer Jay Weinberg
See the bands statement about the split with longtime drummer Jay Weinberg.
2023 MTV VMAs – Full Rock + Alternative Winners List
See which rock musicians took home a coveted Moonman at the VMAs.
Metallica – The Riffs That Launched Countless Music Careers
The Metallica riffs that inspired a new generation of guitar players to learn the instrument.
K-Pop Band Xdinary Heroes Impress Rock Fans With My Chemical Romance ‘Welcome to The Black Parade’ Cover
The K-Pop group Xdinary Heroes performed the emo hit ‘Welcome to The Black Parade' live.
What’s The Best New Song of 2023? – Rate the Best Of Loudwire Nights (So Far)
Think you could pick songs to play on the radio better than us? Now is your chance.
In This Moment Release New Song ‘The Purge’ + Announce ‘GODMODE’ Album and 2023 Tour Dates
The band's newly announce album 'GODMODE' album will arrive this year.
Enter for a Chance to Win a VIP Trip for Two to the Danny Wimmer Presents Festival of Your Choice
See how you can enter for a chance to win!
Gary Rossington, Last Original Lynyrd Skynyrd Member, Dead at 71
The legendary Southern rock band shared the news in a statement.
Enter For a Chance to Win a Trip for 2 to Los Angeles to see Rammstein Live
You think it’s hot now? Save some SPF for the flames.