Weekly Music News 17.7.22
A roundup of music news for the week beginning July 17, 2022.
A second single and a new video from Slipknot's "The End, So Far", due on September 30. "The Dying Song" may open with a soft, soothing chorus, but then "Die" rings out in Corey Taylor's roar, reminding us that Slipknot have not really changed. Directed by percussionist Shawn “Clown” Crahan, the video also introduces new masks for some of the members.
Another single from an upcoming album, this time from "Alter Bridge", who deliver "Pawns & Kings", the title track from their ten-song album due on October 14. An epic running past six minutes, it brings together everything we love about the band: heavy, sweeping riffs and wonderful melody.
New York City has voted to name the corner of Ludlow and Rivington on Manhattan's Lower East Side "Beastie Boys Square". The intersection became famous on the cover of the band's second album, 1989's "Paul's Boutique". The decision ends a long public campaign.
Worrying news from "Limp Bizkit". On Sunday, singer Fred Durst said the band were postponing their European tour because of an unexpected health issue. Wacken Open Air also announced the cancellation of their festival appearance. Durst did not disclose the nature of the problem.
If you were in San José del Cabo, Mexico, this week, you might have stumbled upon an impromptu jam with Serj Tankian and System Of A Down's John Dolmayan. They surprised passersby by joining local street musicians for "Aerials". The brothers-in-law were there to celebrate Dolmayan's fiftieth birthday. Footage shows him behind the drums before Tankian steps up to the microphone.
A huge disappointment for "Pearl Jam" fans who bought tickets for Vienna and Prague, including some of our friends. The band are feeling the effects of Europe's heatwave and fires. On Wednesday they cancelled Vienna, explaining that singer Eddie Vedder had developed vocal problems after their Paris show. On Thursday they also cancelled Friday's Prague concert.
"Halestorm" are releasing another single and video from "Back From The Dead", which came out in May. Singer Lzzy Hale says the song and its video represent her struggle with darkness and her ability to emerge into the light. Dustin Haney, who also directed the previous video, is behind this one.
The man and the legend, Mike Patton, has shared some details about the mental-health struggles that forced the late cancellation of Faith No More and Mr. Bungle's touring plans. He says he initially welcomed lockdown as a chance to stay in his home studio and make music. Over time, something changed: he became isolated, avoided people and struggled with anxiety and other issues he prefers not to discuss. He acknowledges that this was difficult for his family and bandmates. After seeking professional help, he was diagnosed with agoraphobia, involving fear of situations where escape or help may be difficult. For someone who has spent so much of his life performing, being afraid of people and the stage was deeply unsettling. He is feeling better and receiving treatment, and hopes to return toward the end of the year if his health allows.
The late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton will be honored with a new beer authorized by his estate. "Cliff 'Em All" IPA is a partnership between KnuckleBonz, Calicraft Brewing Co. and online retailer CraftShack. At 6.4% ABV, it celebrates the legendary musician's music, life and legacy. A portion of proceeds will go to the Cliff Burton Music Scholarship Foundation, supporting and encouraging young musicians.
The Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne, has another single from the much-anticipated "Patient Number 9". This time, "Degradation Rules" features none other than Tony Iommi. The album, due on September 9, also features guitarists Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Mike McCready and, of course, Zakk Wylde, who plays on most tracks. Chad Smith handles drums on most songs, while the late Taylor Hawkins also guests. On bass, Robert Trujillo plays on most tracks, with Duff McKagan and Chris Chaney appearing on several songs. This will be the first time Ozzy's friend, collaborator and king of riffs, Tony Iommi, appears on one of his solo albums.
"Muse" are also landing a heavy new single on us: "Kill Or Be Killed". If you want double-bass drumming and scorching riffs from Muse, you are going to love it. Singer Matt Bellamy calls it the band at their heaviest. He says they wanted to update their hard-rock sound, and here they have found a modern metal approach with double-bass drums and even growling. Get to the middle and you will hear what the fuss is about. And wow, that Bellamy solo... He also says the lyrics were inspired by "Live And Let Die", his favorite song by Paul McCartney.
We are sure you will remember this day for a long time. Why? Because "A Day to Remember" have released a great new single ahead of their tour, which begins in Baltimore on July 27. The Florida quartet's "Miracle" shows both their tough hardcore side and their poppier instincts.
Remember Karl Logan, former guitarist of "Manowar"? Arrested in 2018 over child sexual abuse material and expelled from the band afterward, he has now been sentenced to five and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to two federal counts. We have always thought Ross The Boss was the best guitarist for this band, especially since he is one of our own...
Singer Bruce Dickinson did not hold back when a fan lit a flare during Iron Maiden's Athens show. He called the fan a "Greek cunt" and a "fucking cocksucker". It happened as the band began the tenth song in their set, "The Number Of The Beast". After the opening line, Bruce saw the flare and angrily shouted:
"The cunt with the fucking flare, I've gotta sing up here," Bruce shouted into the microphone. "You fucking cocksucker. You Greek cunt. All right. I've gotta fucking sing. All right. Fuck you."
We have only just celebrated his birthday with a detailed review, and he is already making headlines again. On July 22, 2022, the rock opera "The Witches Seed", composed by Stewart Copeland, premiered. Chrissie Hynde contributed songs to the production, which tells the story of three women accused of witchcraft during Europe's witch hunts.
In June, "Megadeth" finally announced their sixteenth studio album, "The Sick, the Dying... And the Dead!", their first in six years and their first since Dave Mustaine's recovery from throat cancer. The announcement came with "We'll Be Back" and its wild video, the first in a trilogy telling Vic Rattlehead's story. Today, July 22, we get single number two, "Night Stalkers", featuring ICE-T.
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