Metal Anarchy

  • Former Guns N’ Roses Manager Alan Niven Files Lawsuit After Accusing The Band Of Blocking The Release Of His Memoir

    Former Guns N’ Roses manager Alan Niven has filed a new lawsuit against the band. He made the move after accusing them of blocking the release of his memoir “Sound N’ Fury: Rock N’ Roll Stories.” That book was delayed several times and it is now set to be released on March 31.

    The complaint says Guns N’ Roses “blocked publication of the book through repeated threats to Niven and contact with” publisher ECW Press. It continued:

    “[Guns N’ Roses wrote a letter] invok[ing] the confidentiality clause in its 1991 buyout agreement with Niven… despite the [fact that] the agreement was not signed by all of its members; GN’R’s members have commented publicly on Niven; one member encouraged him to write the book; and he has been speaking about his time in GN’R for over a decade.”

    Niven’s attorney also added:

    “Publication has been delayed for months, even though it received a favorable review from the Los Angeles Times, and has received many preorders.”

    [via Blabbermouth]

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  • John Joseph (Bloodclot, Etc.) Blasts Activist Bands For Not “Fighting The System” During The Pandemic Years

    John Joseph (Bloodclot, ex-Cro-Mags) previously made headlines for blasting vaccine requirements and perceived government overreach during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it appears he is still not over the safety protocols. The musician recently took to social media to call out activist bands for their response during that era.

    Joseph said the following:

    “Why is it that 99.9% of the bands who made a living putting out records over the years about “fighting the system” didn’t release a single fcking song against the bullsht “the system” pulled in 2020 and the years that followed? Answer: They were either scared of getting cancelled by the online muppets – or they backed what “the system” was doing.

    As for us we were sneaking into studios during the illegal lckdowns to make a record that spoke truth to power. “SOULS” – the opening line of the title track says it all- “Caught in a vicious cycle, ever impending deth – darkness pushed illusion – spoken through their breath – nature holds what they deny – humans forced to d*e – madmen at the controls – for the manipulation of souls.”

    He also shared more thoughts in the comment section. Among the things stated there was the following:

    “the only dudes who got their panties in a bunch over this post are the ones who drank the kool aid……..”

    [via The PRP]

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  • He Is Legend Announce 2025 “Holiday Hootenanny” Show

    He Is Legend have revealed the details for their 2025 “Holiday Hootenanny” show. The concert will take place at the Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro, NC on December 19 and it will find the band joined by ASG, Vanna, Thoughtcrimes, and Valletta. Tickets will be available on November 6.

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  • BLACKGOLD Drop Off CKY’s Bristol, UK Show After Having Issues With Chad I Ginsburg

    BLACKGOLD have dropped off CKY’s November 4 show at The Fleece in Bristol, UK. The band cancelled their set after having issues with CKY vocalist/guitarist Chad I Ginsburg.

    The group said the following in a new video:

    “What’s happening people of Bristol? Unfortunately we will not make the show this evening. We can not do another gig next to the frontman of CKY. We can not support that type of narcissism. Our whole touring party just doesn’t want to be around it. We want to play for you guys and we do this for fun, but this has turned not fun. We can not be around that guy.

    So unfortunately, we are out. We will be back real soon to play another show. We thought this was gonna be fun, little bit of nostalgia to end the year for us, but it turned out to be absolutely horrendous. We can’t support it. But hey, at least we got to see a really bad vocal cover of [“96 Quite Bitter Beings“.] Fuck Chad.”

    They also added the following in a caption:

    “PEOPLE OF BRISTOL. It hurts to say that we won’t be playing Bristol tonight.

    Our whole touring crew cannot perform alongside the frontman of CKY. The level of disrespect we’ve been shown by this individual, leaves us no choice but to exit. Don’t be a narcissist, don’t be a dick..

    We’ll be back soon with a headline. #knowyourworth”

    [via The PRP]

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  • Born From Pain Premiere “MY WAR” Music Video

    Born From Pain have premiered a new video for their new song “MY WAR.” This track is from the band’s new EP, “SIEGE MENTALITY,” which will be released on November 20. The group said the following about the single:

    “‘MY WAR‘ is an uncompromising anthem and declaration of war on a personal level in a world that’s becoming more chaotic and relentless by the day. A genuine musical and lyrical statement about what is truly important and worth fighting for in life.”

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  • Scott Weiland’s Son Noah To Pay Tribute To His Late Father During Orange County Show

    Noah Weiland, son of the late Scott Weiland (Stone Temple Pilots), will be marking the 10th anniversary of his father’s death with a tribute show at the Garden AMP in Orange County, CA on December 3. Jakob Nowell, son of the late Bradley Nowell (Sublime), and Ameer Isaiah will open.

    Noah told Rolling Stone the following about the show:

    “My old therapist gave me the idea to throw a party, get-together for my father. I didn’t even realize it was about to be 10 years until he brought it up. My brain started cooking ideas up instantly.”

    “Considering we thought of this whole thing and locked it in two weeks ago, I got a whole lot of rehearsals, AA meetings, and praying to do. I’m keeping [the setlist a] surprise. Just expect hits from different eras and even some deep cuts, underrated songs. I’ll definitely do a solo song or two of my own tunes, but they will be more rock and grunge based to fit the vibe of the show.”

    “I can honestly say I’ve had a very tough posthumous relationship with my father. Most of my life I grew up on rap music, but I always go through deep phases of listening to other genres. Lately, it’s been mostly rock bands that I have been tapped in with again, and I definitely have a place in my heart for my dad’s music.”

    “It’ll be chilling. Very surreal, like a throwback to the tours I grew up going on as a kid, but instead I’m performing… We want it to be an experience rather than just a concert.”

    He also commented on Nowell’s appearance:

    “Jakob and I have known each other for a grip now. Mind you, he’s doing this show with me even after the little beef we had for a brief moment. And the fact that we were able to put aside our pride, talk about our differences like adults and still show love, makes me love the dude even more.”

    He also revealed that he hasn’t talked to his father’s Stone Temple Pilots bandmates:

    “I really haven’t talked with any of them in almost a decade now. I’m not sure if it has something to do with their relationship to my mom, but she isn’t in my life either. I’m always open to catching up.”

    He also added that his main focus is his son:

    “Being a dad is hard and it makes me forgive my father for his struggles. It wasn’t his fault and he wasn’t even all that bad when the dude wasn’t all too sober. I wish I could’ve spent more time with him regardless of where he was in life, which is why I’ll always make time for my son Anakin.”

    He also added the following about future shows:

    “The goal is that if this show goes well, we want to do a mini ‘Encore Tour’ with the same exact setup and setlist. I’d love to take this all the way.”

    Before the concert, Noah plans to release a new mixtape titled “Crashout Junkie.” Musically , the effort will include elements of grunge, rock, rap, hyperpop, and more.

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  • New Found Glory Premiere New Song “Treat Yourself”

    New Found Glory have premiered a new song titled “Treat Yourself” This track is from the band’s new album “Listen Up!,” which will be released on February 20. Guitarist Chad Gilbert said the following about the single:

    “This is a fast more west coast punk style song. It’s about how people are very hard on themselves when it comes to mistakes and failure and how a lot of that is put on by false expectations of the world and people around you. People seem to forget about the hard times they already have been through and conquered in their past, which should be a reminder that they are capable of getting through tough times. A reminder that we are our own worst enemies at times and we have to give ourselves a break. We gotta treat our own selves better.”

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  • Katatonia Announce Headlining North American Dates

    Katatonia have booked some headlining shows around their North American tour with Opeth. Here’s the dates:

    02/09 Pittsburgh, PA – Thunderbird Café & Music Hall
    02/27 San Francisco, CA – August Hall
    02/28 Los Angeles, CA – Regent Theater
    03/01 Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater
    03/03 Austin, TX – Come and Take It Live
    03/05 Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Hell)
    03/06 Orlando, FL – The Beacham
    03/07 Charlotte, NC – The Underground
    03/08 Towson, MD – The Recher
    03/10 Toronto, ON – Mod Club
    03/11 Montreal, QC – Le Studio TD
    03/12 Brooklyn, NY – Elsewhere (The Hall)

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  • Puddle Of Mudd Premiere “Monsters” Music Video

    Puddle Of Mudd have premiered a new video for their latest single “Monsters.” You can check that out below:

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  • Nothing Announce New Album “a short history of decay”, Premiere “cannibal world” Music Video

    Nothing will be releasing a new album, titled “a short history of decay,” on February 27. A video for the effort’s first single, “cannibal world,” can be found below:

    “a short history of decay” Track Listing:

    01. “never come never morning”
    02. “cannibal world”
    03. “a short history of decay”
    04. “the rain don’t care”
    05. “purple strings”
    06. “toothless coal”
    07. “ballet of the traitor”
    08. “nerve scales”
    09. “essential tremors”

    Frontman Domenic “Nicky” Palermo commented:

    “I’m writing about things that I’ve never really talked about before. Things I’ve always been scared to write about.”

    Among the things he covered were his abusive upbringing, past substance abuse, his battle with essential tremors, and more. He added the following about the tremors specifically:

    “It’s another thing that just makes you think, ‘my body’s in a decline right now.’ Things are starting to fall apart.”

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