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Maynard James Keenan Sued By Former Business Partner Over Gin Venture

Maynard James Keenan (Tool, Puscifer, etc.) is currently facing a lawsuit related to his gin venture. A former business partner named Dave Sanclement took legal action after he was allegedly relieved of his duties at the Potions distillery for reasons unrelated to work. PotionG and co-managers Tim White and Calvin Arnold were listed as defendants…

June 10, 2026

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News, Puscifer, Tool

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Trust Of The Late Dimebag Darrell (Pantera) Responds To Summary Judgement In Dean Guitars Lawsuit

In 2021, the estate of the late Dimebag Darrell Abbott (Pantera) filed a lawsuit against Dean Guitars after accusing them of breach of contract, “unauthorised and fraudulent trademark registrations” and more. However, the court ended up issuing a summary judgment in favor of the manufacturer’s parent company Armadillo Distribution Enterprises. Now, Abbott’s trust has responded…

June 5, 2026

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News, Pantera

Armadillo Distribution Enterprises, Dean Guitars, Dimebag Darrell, lawsuit, Metal, Pantera
Marilyn Manson Loses Attempt To Have Ashley Walters’ Sexual Assault Lawsuit Dismissed

As previously reported, Marilyn Manson’s former assistant Ashley Walters recently revived her sexual assault lawsuit against him after it was dismissed. Now, according to Rolling Stone, Manson has lost his attempt to have the case thrown out once again. Walters initially filed the suit after accusing the shock rocker of sexual assault, sexual battery, sexual…

June 5, 2026

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Marilyn Manson, News

Ashley Walters, lawsuit, Marilyn Manson, Metal
Chris Beattie’s Lawsuit Against Hatebreed To Move Forward Following New Ruling

As previously reported, ex-Hatebreed bassist Chris Beattie filed a lawsuit against the band and vocalist Jamey Jasta after claiming he was fired for financial reasons. This led the group to file a motion in an effort to dismiss the claims against them. However, that request has since been struck down. Beattie was removed from the…

May 4, 2026

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Hatebreed, News

Chris Beattie, Hatebreed, Jamey Jasta, lawsuit, Metal
Summary Judgement Issued In Favor Of Armadillo Over Dimebag/Dean Guitars Lawsuit

In 2021, the estate of the late Dimebag Darrell Abbott (Pantera) filed a lawsuit against Dean Guitars after accusing them of breach of contract, “unauthorised and fraudulent trademark registrations” and more. However, the court have since issued a summary judgment in favor of the manufacturer’s parent company Armadillo Distribution Enterprises. The following was said in…

April 28, 2026

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News, Pantera

Armadillo Distribution Enterprises, Dean Guitars, Dimebag Darrell, lawsuit, Metal, Pantera
Ex-Mushroomhead Singer Jeffrey Nothing Reaches Settlement With Drummer Steve “Skinny” Felton In Case Over Unpaid Royalties

Former Mushroomhead singer Jeffrey Lewis Hetrick (aka Jeffrey Nothing) has reached a settlement with the band’s drummer Steve “Skinny” Felton. This news comes after he filed a lawsuit against Felton over copyright infringement and unpaid royalties. The follwing was said about the settlement: “The parties have settled their disputes, and this action is hereby dismissed…

February 10, 2026

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Jeffrey Nothing, Mushroomhead, News

Jeffrey Nothing, lawsuit, Metal, Mushroomhead, Steve “Skinny” Felton
Mick Mars’ Attorney On Arbitrator Ruling In Favor Of Mötley Crüe: “It’s Ridiculous”

As previously reported, Mötley Crüe recently scored a victory amid their legal dispute with ex-guitarist Mick Mars. Arbitrator Patrick J. Walsh ruled that Mars gave up his right to touring revenue upon his departure. He was also ordered to pay over $750,000 in unrecouped tour advances and had to recant his claims regarding the band’s…

January 30, 2026

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Mötley Crüe, News

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Mötley Crüe Score Victory In Legal Dispute With Mick Mars

According to Classic Rock, Mötley Crüe have emerged victorious amid their legal dispute with ex-guitarist Mick Mars. Independent arbitrator Patrick J. Walsh ruled that Mars gave up his right to touring revenue upon his departure. He will also have to pay over $750,000 in unrecouped tour advances. Mars initially sued the band after claiming that…

January 28, 2026

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Mötley Crüe, News

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Ashley Walters’ Sexual Battery Lawsuit Against Marilyn Manson Successfully Revived

As previously reported, Marilyn Manson’s former assistant Ashley Walters recently attempted to revive her sexual battery lawsuit against the singer after it was dismissed for a second time. Now, according to Rolling Stone, a judge has granted her request. Walters initially filed the suit after accusing the shock rocker of sexual assault, sexual battery, sexual…

January 27, 2026

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Marilyn Manson, News

Ashley Walters, lawsuit, Marilyn Manson, Metal
Slipknot Dismiss Cybersquatting Lawsuit Against Slipknot.com

According to Domain Name Wire, Slipknot have dismissed their lawsuit against slipknot.com. The band, who operate under slipknot1.com, initially sought legal action for cybersquatting and pay-for-click advertisements leading fans to counterfeit merch, tickets, and VIP passes. The filing was made under the Anti-Cybersquatting Consumer Protection Act in an effort to reclaim the domain, which has…

January 22, 2026

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News, Slipknot

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