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Top Songs of 2012 (So Far)
The year 2012 has already seen its share of memorable rock and metal songs. This list celebrates the tunes that have been rocking the radio and our headphones since the dawning of 2012. To qualify for this list, the single itself had to be released in 2012, whether the album came out this year or last year. That's why you may not see some of your current radio favorites here. We'll be updating this list as the new singles are released this year, but for now check out Loudwire's Top Songs of 2012 (so far).
Read More2012 Metal Tours + Festivals
Ethan Miller, Getty Images Although 2012 is still in its early stages, there have been an INSANE amount of incredible tours and festivals announced already. Metal fans are going to round out 2012 with an impressive collection of scars, bruises and other memories from 2012's top upcoming live experiences -- and we're going to make sure you don't miss a single one.
Read MoreTop 40 Rock and Metal Songs – February 2012
Atlantic This month, Shinedown's 'Bully' claims the No. 1 spot in the Top 40 Rock and Metal Songs of February 2012. Shinedown are set to headline the 2012 Avalanche Tour, taking Adelitas Way, New Medicine and Art of Dying with them. It has also just been announced that Shinedown will appear at the 2012 Rock on the Range Festival.
Read More10 Rock Cover Band Epic Fails
YouTube.com When it comes to amateur rock 'n' roll, talent competitions frequently lack talent, battle of the bands often are a war that nobody wins and bar bands are bar bands for a reason. One thing that is often common to all three is the cover song, which when done well is the perfect way to pay homage to your favorite tune by another group. When done poorly, it turns up on this tally of 10 Rock Cover Band Epic Fails:
Read MoreFive Insane Zakk Wylde Guitar Moments
Legendary master of the six-string Zakk Wylde turns 45 today (Jan. 14), and to celebrate we've rounded up five videos that will melt your brain into a useless paste. Having served as the lead guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne, fronting Black Label Society and collaborating with an endless list of musicians, Wylde has proven himself to be one of the most impressive and captivating musicians to ever pick up a guitar. In celebration of the virtuoso axeman's birthday, Loudwire presents the following Five Insane Zakk Wylde Guitar Moments:
Read MoreFive Awesome Dave Grohl Live Videos
Dave Grohl, one of modern rock's most successful multi-instrumentalists, is celebrating his 43rd birthday today (Jan 14). To show our thanks to Grohl for continuing to bring the rock, we've compiled five videos featuring Dave Grohl from five of the bands he's helped bring to the world's attention. Whether behind a drum kit, a guitar or a microphone, Grohl has flaunted his artistic prowess for nearly 25 years. So, with that in mind, Loudwire presents Five Awesome Dave Grohl Live Videos:
Read More10 Painful Onstage Blows to the Head
MTV When watching a show from the pit, fans not only prepare themselves to be crushed, shoved, stomped on and elbowed - some of them embrace it. Bands are usually protected by a defensive line of no-nonsense security guards, but one thing security can't protect the band against are random flying objects.
Read MoreTop 40 Rock and Metal Songs – January 2012
Press Photo, www.volbeat.dk Volbeat's 'A Warriors Call' takes the top spot in our list of the Top 40 Rock and Metal Song of January 2012. The Danish heavy metal band is set to raid the states during the 2012 Gigantour with Megadeth, Motorhead and Lacuna Coil starting Jan. 26 in Camden, N.J.
Read MoreTop 5 Avenged Sevenfold Videos Featuring Jimmy ‘The Rev’ Sullivan
Ethan Miller, Getty Images Jimmy ‘The Rev’ Sullivan will always be remembered as a true talent behind the drum set. It was a devastating loss for the metal and hard rock community when the Avenged Sevenfold drummer passed away two years ago on Dec. 28, 2009. We honor his memory by taking a look at five Avenged Sevenfold videos that feature Jimmy ‘The Rev’ Sullivan. These videos show the band’s brotherhood, as well as their immense talent, whether it’s onstage, in a jail, in a pit of fire or behind a drum set. Watch these awesome A7X videos below:
Read More10 Christmas Songs That Rock
Noel Vasquez / Kevin Winter, Getty Images It’s no secret the holiday season is filled with mundane, monotonous tunes. Thankfully, rock saves the day as this list of heavy hitters puts their own spin on these traditional songs. Acts like Guns N’ Roses and Motorhead's Lemmy Kilmister are just a couple of the rockers that raise our holiday spirits with screeching screams and heavy riffs. Try not to break anything when you get that circle pit going around the tree while listening to these tunes that are a part of our list of 10 Christmas Songs That Rock:
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