Guitar Metallica Used To Pay Tribute To Ozzy Osbourne Is Up For Auction

Metallica's Kirk Hammett, Cheap Trick and Pat Benatar are among several artists contributing instruments to a new charity auction. Gibson Gives and Julien's Auctions "Played, Worn and Torn" auction features 15 instruments that have been played on stage and signed by some of music's biggest artists. The list of instruments also includes some played by Lzzy Hale, Rise Against, Mana and the All-American Rejects. Hammett's donation is a guitar that he played during Black Sabbath's "Back to The Beginning" festival earlier this year. Bidding is open on Julien's Auctions' official website between now and November 20th. All proceeds from the auction will benefit Gibson Gives, supporting musicians worldwide through music education and health and wellness programs.

Kings Of Leon Announce Two Night Las Vegas Residency

Kings of Leon will be ringing in the New Year in Nevada. The band is set to play two New Year's Eve shows in Las Vegas. The "Kings of LEon: Live in Las Vegas" will take place on December 30th and 31st, 2025, at the Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. The announcement follows the recent release of their four-track "EP Number Two."

No Doubt Add Dates To Residency At Sphere In Las Vegas

No Doubt are adding six more shows to their 2026 "Live at Sphere" residency due to strong demand. The group announced that the new shows for "No Doubt Live at Sphere" will take place on June 3rd, 5th, 6th, 10th, 12th, and the 13th. General tickets go on sale this Friday. The new dates come after the band previously added half a dozen shows last month for May 2026.

Hellfest 2026 Will Feature 183 Bands Including Bad Omens, Papa Roach And More

Whoever your favorite metal band is, chances are good you can see them in one place next year. Hellfest 2026 has announced 183 bands for its four-day festival happening June 18-21 in Clisson, France. The headliners are Iron Maiden, Bring Me the Horizon, Limp Bizkit, and The Offspring. Other major acts include Deep Purple, Alice Cooper, Megadeth, Anthrax, Mastodon, Opeth, Napalm Death, and Behemoth. The festival features six stages with performances across different genres of metal and hard rock. Hellfest is one of Europe's biggest metal festivals and drew 180-thousand people in 2019. The event was canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic but returned in 2022 with two weekends of shows. Around 90 percent of the lineup comes from international acts, with 20 percent of attendees traveling from other countries.

Pearl Jam Member Defends Stone Temple Pilots

Pearl Jam bassist Jeff Ament has expressed his belief that Stone Temple Pilots deserve a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. A fan suggested that Pearl Jam should acknowledge STP after past false accusations of copying their sound. Ament revealed that he has created a new shirt listing Rock and Roll Hall of Fame snubs, with STP included. Despite early comparisons between the two bands, mutual respect has grown over time, highlighting STP's lasting impact on rock music and the legacy of Scott Weiland.

MARK TREMONTI Is 'Working Real Hard' On Ideas For New CREED Music

Creed guitarist Mark Tremonti has revealed plans to start working on new music with vocalist Scott Stapp in the middle of next year. The band's busy touring schedule has delayed the recording process, but Tremonti assures fans that new material is on the horizon. The last new music from Creed was released in 2009, so the upcoming collaboration between Tremonti and Stapp is highly anticipated by fans eager for fresh tunes from the band. Stay tuned for updates on Creed's return to the studio and the release of new music.

GENE SIMMONS Gives Heartfelt Speech About ACE FREHLEY At 'Love Ride' Charity Motorcycle Event

KISS will leave a chair empty for late bandmate Ace Frehley's spirit at the Kennedy Center Honors ceremony next month. The rock band, along with other honorees, will be inducted at the prestigious event. Frehley passed away recently, and his absence will be felt by his bandmates. Gene Simmons paid tribute to Frehley at a recent event, expressing sadness that he won't be present to see KISS honored by President Donald Trump. Country star Garth Brooks will perform a cover of "Shout It Out Loud" in honor of KISS, with a chair left empty for Frehley's spirit.

Jon Bon Jovi Welcomes Second Grandchild as the Bongiovi Family Grows Again

Jon Bon Jovi's family is celebrating the arrival of a new baby girl, the second grandchild for the rock legend. The baby was born to Jon's son, Jesse Bongiovi, and his wife, Jesse Light, with the announcement made on Instagram. Fans were quick to offer warm wishes and comments on the baby's name, with some suggesting the name "Jesse" and others praising the choice of "Blair Lucy." The family's joy and excitement were evident in the heartfelt post and the outpouring of love from fans online.

Goo Goo Dolls set charity hometown show in Buffalo

The Goo Goo Dolls, a band from Buffalo, New York, will be performing a benefit show at Buffalo's Town Ballroom on November 20 to raise money for FeedMore WNY. Tickets for the show will go on sale on November 12, with all proceeds going to the charity. The band recently performed two charity shows in New York City to support the Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation. In addition to their upcoming New Year's Eve show in Atlantic City, the band has two festival dates scheduled for next year.

Slayer launch 'Hell On Tour' digital exhibit

The official Slayer online museum, Slaytanic Verses, has launched a new digital collection called Hell On Tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Hell Awaits and revisit the band's 1985 world tour. The exhibit features Slayer's original handwritten tour notebook, providing a day-by-day account of their rise. The collection includes exclusive interviews with Tom Araya and Kerry King, offering insights into the band's chaotic and intense era. Despite lineup changes, Slayer's legacy as one of the Big Four thrash metal legends endures, with surprise festival appearances in 2024 and upcoming one-off performances. Fans can explore Slayer's history and legacy through Slaytanic Verses.

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