Children of Bodom’s Alexi Laiho Has Died
One of the most renowned guitarists in the world, Alexi Laiho, has passed away. The musician, most notably known as the front man of Children of Bodom, died in his home in Helsinki, Finland, last [...]
Pantera/Hellyeah/Damageplan Drummer Vinnie Paul Dead at 54
It is with a heavy heart that we report that Vinnie Paul has died; he was 54. Best known for the band Pantera that he founded with his brother Dimebag Darrell (RIP), word is [...]
Mushroomhead, Vyces, Gabriel and the Apocalypse, Align the Tide – May 18, 2018 – Portland, Oregon – The Analog
After some controversy, and a quick ownership change, the Analog (or new unnamed venue) held this long-awaited show. The controversy of the quick ownership change surrounded some bad yelp reviews and Facebook posts that made [...]
Nile and Soulfly Co-Headlining Tour – May 14, 2018 – Portland, Oregon – Hawthorne Theater
I love Nile. When I found out I had the interview, I was elated, and a bit nervous. I had seen a Reddit interview Karl Sanders of Nile did with his fans, and the opening [...]
John 5 – April 20, 2018 – Portland, Oregon – Paris Theater
The revived Paris Theater is a beautiful venue. Small, intimate, well laid out, and sensually decorated. The show was ambitious with five bands, and that proved to be challenging. We arrived early and had [...]
Doyle, “Hideous Monster” – March 13, 2018 – Portland, Oregon – Hawthorne Theater
It was probably the most nervous I’ve ever been for an interview since my first ever interview with the drummer from Dying Fetus about eight or nine years ago. I’m not the biggest Misfits fan, [...]