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According to Blabbermouth, Topps has created a series of collectible cards dubbed as the "Heavy Metal Autographs" baseball set. What exactly is this? Well, Scott Ian from ANTHRAX recently chatted with ESPN's "Mint Condition" about being featured in the set. You can watch the chat below. The "Heavy Metal Autographs" insert set features:
- Sebastian Bach (ex-SKID ROW)
- Tommy Lee (MÖTLEY CRÜE)
- Kip Winger (WINGER)
- Reb Beach (WINGER, WHITESNAKE)
- Lita Ford
- Stephen Pearcy (RATT)
- Scott Ian (ANTHRAX)
- Dee Snider (TWISTED SISTER)
- Bobbie Brown (WARRANT's "Cherry Pie" video)
- Axl Rose (GUNS N' ROSES)
The 10-card autograph set will be one of three additional insert sets to the previously announced 2013 Topps Archives release. There will be a standard version of the cards as well as one that will be limited to 25 copies and printed on metal. 2013 Topps Archives Baseball is slated for release on May 29.
Heavy Music history was written on Thursday, May 2 at Club Nokia in downtown Los Angeles, CA. Not only did the Revolver Golden Gods Awards welcome the elite of the music we all love, but the energy inside the sold out venue was incomparable. Here is a scoop of who won what, and who performed with whom.
Prior to the event we took over the Black Carpet and chatted with Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal from GUNS N' ROSES! Yeah, we know he is not SLASH (who we interviewed last year) but "Bumblefoot" rocks as you will see on this interview.
The entire event was dedicated to SLAYER's Jeff Hanneman, who passed away recently from liver failure. Details HERE!
During a recent interview with Cameron Adams from HIT, GUNS N' ROSES frontman Axl Rose updated his fans on the bands plans for 2013. He also discussed his relationship with Slash back in the day. Read on... CA: Happy New Year! You played India for the first time late last year. There must not be too many places Guns N' Roses haven't played yet - did you get a chance to see the sights? AR: Happy New Year! We always look forward to playing new places. Africa has always been a goal. I definitely didn't get to see the sights as much as I'd hoped but I had a great time and loved it there. We hope to get back there for more shows as soon as we can. CA: Will these Australian shows be an extension of the Appetite For Democracy tour? Or something different? AR: We'll let ya know! CA: That tour marked 25 years since Appetite was released - which is something to be proud of... you must notice how that record is discovered by new ears each year? AR: Happy New Ears! Yes we've been very fortunate in that regard. Also surprising and equally rewarding has been how many fans around the world enjoy and sing along with our newer material live. CA: A lot of fans were hoping for a 25th anniversary re-issue of Appetite - was that ever on the cards? AR: I wouldn't mind re-mastering it sometime. CA: Is there anything left in the vaults from the Appetite sessions that could see the light of day? AR: Not that I'm aware of but it's worth a look. There aren't any new or different songs but maybe a couple versions of things that we felt didn't quite make the grade, although most of that made it out as bootlegs back in the day. CA: Can we expect new music from GN'R in 2013 by chance? Find out HERE!
Last night (Wednesday, October 24), Axl Rose from GUNS N' ROSES took part in his first sit-down, live television broadcast interview in more than 20 on ABC-TV's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!". Keep in mind that his first broadcast interview in years aired on November 11, 2011 via VH1 Classic's "That Metal Show". That interview took place at 5:30 AM following GNR's performance on October 29, 2011 at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida.
This appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" is another in
a series of firsts for the celebrated GUNS N' ROSES frontman, who will
spend this fall at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for a
12-night run of shows. The historic "Appetite For Democracy" residency
will run October 31 through November 24.
You can now watch Rose's appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" here:
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" airs weeknights at 12 AM PT/11 PM CT on ABC.
Today more than ever before, people want their information fast and presented to them in an original form. While we always strive to bring you the most up to date Heavy Music news and tour updates, we understand that many of you are busy with your own personal lives and lets face it: our generation are lazy readers.
We recently premiered a brand NEW series called "TURN THE PAGE". The concept is very simple, we want to bring you guys the most relevant up to date Heavy Music news and tour information in a video format. While we select what we believe is the most important information and post it here on a daily basis, keep in mind that our main platform (www.HornsUpRocks.com) is the place where you can get the majority of the information you need.
Without further due, here is the fourth installment of "TURN THE PAGE", this is the 10/3/2012 edition. Filmed at New York City's NEW arena "Barclay's Center"! We hope you enjoy it!
Full details on the news stories and tours mentioned on the video above, can be seen on our archive (located on the right hand side column) ----------------------->
This just in: the controversial GUNS N' ROSES frontman Axl Rose will be appearing on ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Wednesday, October 24. This will be the first time in over 20 years that Rose takes part of a sit-down, live television broadcast interview in more than 20 years! While Rose appeared on VH1 Classic's THAT METAL SHOW last November, THAT METAL SHOW is a pre-recorded show (for which he showed up hours late).
The appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" (IF he shows up) is another in a series of firsts for the celebrated GUNS N' ROSES frontman, who will spend this fall at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for a 12-night run of shows. The historic "Appetite For Democracy" residency will run October 31 through November 24.
If would like to participate in Rose's appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" can visit www.jimmykimmellive.com for ticket information.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" airs weeknights at 12 AM PT/11 PM CT on ABC.
Recently, 80s Rock icons GUNS N' ROSES were inducted into the Rock N' Roll Hall Of Fame. The ceremony took place on Saturday, April 14 in Cleveland, Ohio. As it was anticipated, singer Axl Rose wasn't part of the induction ceremony. GREEN DAY's Billie Joe Armstrong inducted the band into the Hall Of Fame!
There is no question that without 'Appetite For Destruction' (released July 21, 1987 via Geffen Records), the record that helped the band to become a worldwide phenomena, GUNS N' ROSES would have probably never made it into the Rock N' Roll Hall Of Fame. After all, 'Appetite For Destruction' hit the top of the Billboard 200 album charts at number 1 in both 1988 and 1989.
What made 'Appetite For Destruction' such a great record was the overall quality that combined excellent musicianship, catchy lyrics, and top notch production. To this day, hit song such as "Welcome To The Jungle", "Sweet Child O' Mine" and of course "Paradise City", are constantly cranked at sports arenas, concert halls, television shows, and beyond.
Here are some vital stats about 'Appetite For Destruction':
Track listing:
1. "Welcome to the Jungle"
2. "It's So Easy"
3. "Nightrain"
4. "Out ta Get Me"
5. "Mr. Brownstone"
6. "Paradise City"
7. "My Michelle"
8. "Think About You"
9. "Sweet Child o' Mine"
10. "You're Crazy"
11. "Anything Goes"
12. "Rocket Queen"
Total length: 53:52
Personnel:
- Guns N' Roses
• W. Axl Rose – lead vocals, percussion on "Welcome to the Jungle", synthesizer and whistle on "Paradise City"
• Izzy Stradlin – rhythm guitar, backing vocals, co-lead guitar on "Nightrain" and "Think About You", percussion on "Paradise City"
• Slash – lead guitar, co-rhythm guitar on "Nightrain" and "Think About You", acoustic guitar on "Sweet Child O' Mine" and "Think About You", talkbox on "Anything Goes"
• Duff McKagan – bass, backing vocals
• Steven Adler – drums
Additional personnel:
• Mike Clink – production
• Steve Thompson – mixing
• Michael Barbiero – mixing
• George Marino – mastering
• Victor Deyglio, Dave Reitzas, Micajah Ryan & Julian Stoll – engineering assistance
• Andy Udoff – engineering assistance
• Jeff Poe – engineering assistance
• Robert Williams – paintings
• Michael Hodgson – art direction, design
• Robert John – photography
• Jack Lue – photography
• Greg Freeman – photography
Original cover art work:
With the 25th anniversary of 'Appetite for Destruction', Noisecreep sat down with original GNR drummer Steven Adler to discuss the album. Here is what went down:
To: Cleveland, Ohio, Guns N’ Roses Fans and everyone who’s shown support for my decision regarding the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.
I seriously didn’t plan on or expect the overwhelmingly positive response and public support for my decision regarding the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. With such a generous outpouring of solidarity from fans, media outlets, writers and other artists, I’m truly humbled, blown away and unbelievably relieved! To be honest, I thought it would go the other way and was just hoping to weather the storm. As I said, I sincerely didn’t want to disappoint anyone. It gets old being the outlaw even if “it’s only rock and roll”.
It took a lot of focus and soul searching to be sincere and informative while making a genuine effort to be somewhat diplomatic. We made, what I feel, are real efforts to learn about the Hall and the Board, spoke as I said with the president and various members, and though I inducted Elton John and Bernie Taupin in ’94 saying something to the effect of “I’m learning what the Hall’s about…”
I still don’t exactly know or understand what the Hall is or how or why it makes money, where the money goes, who chooses the voters and why anyone or this board decides who, out of all the artists in the world that have contributed to this genre, officially “rock” enough to be in the Hall?
This isn’t an attack. These are genuine issues I don’t have enough verified information on to have more than rough ideas. Certainly not enough information to make any judgments about.
I would like to apologize to Cleveland, Ohio for not apologizing to them beforehand for not attending [the ceremony] in their city. I think they know how much I genuinely love performing there. Cleveland does in fact Rock!!
Now that the smoke’s cleared a little, any desperate, misguided attacks have been just that, a pathetic stab at gossip, some lame vindictiveness, the usual entitlement crap, he’s obsessed, crazy, volatile, a hater. I once bought a homeless woman a slice of pizza who yelled at me she wanted soup. We got her the soup. You can get your own.
Again: HUGE thanks to the fans and to everyone for the incredible public support. My congratulations to the other artists inducted. And my apologies to the city and people of Cleveland, Ohio. I hope you’ll forgive me and we hope to see you again soon!
Keep Rockin’,
Axl
Unlike my open letter to the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, Guns N’ Roses Fans and Whom It May Concern this was written for GNR’s official website, Facebook account and my personal twitter account and not intended as a press release. If anyone does choose to pick this up as has been done previously I’d appreciate if you’d run in full including this paragraph so as not to give a partial picture, have things taken out of context or to imply or inadvertently give the impression this was intended for other outlets.
This past weekend, 80s Rock legends GUNS N' ROSES were inducted into the Rock N' Roll Hall Of Fame. The ceremony took place on Saturday, April 14 in Cleveland, Ohio. As it was anticipated, singer Axl Rose wasn't part of the induction ceremony. GREEN DAY's Billie Joe Armstrong inducted the band into the Hall Of Fame!
"The first time I saw GUNS N' ROSES on MTV, I thought, 'One of these guys could end up dead or in jail,'" He raved about "Appetite For Destruction", calling it "the best debut album in the history of Rock and Roll. Every song hits hard. It takes you a trip to the seedy world of Los Angeles. The thing that set them apart from everyone else was guts. They never lost their edge for one second." Billie Joe also praised each of the GN'R members, before saying, "Let's see, who am I missing?" to a round of boos. He then referred to Rose as "one of the best frontmen to ever touch a microphone," and added, "And you're fucking crazy. Most singers in bands are, I can vouch for that."
During the ceremony, former GNR members Slash, Duff McKagan, Steven Adler, Matt Sorum and Gilby Clarke performed three "Appetite For Destruction" songs with Myles Kennedy on vocals. Kennedy, who handles lead vocals in Slash's solo band and ALTER BRIDGE, sang "Mr. Brownstone", "Sweet Child O' Mine" and "Paradise City", with "Use Your Illusion"-era member Sorum sitting behind the drum kit on "Brownstone" and the man he replaced in GN'R, Adler, pounding the skins for the other two songs.
"I am overwhelmed," McKagan said of the honor. He also addressed singer Axl Rose's absence during his acceptance speech, saying, "I don't know if it matters who's here tonight because it's about the music that band created."
Slash said, "We have new fans who have never seen the original lineup and they're pulling for us."
Adler quoted QUEEN's "We Are the Champions": "You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it, and I thank you all."
Seminal Rock icons Guns N’ Roses, are set to invade Los Angeles following the series of intimate shows that the band performed in New York City. GN'R will be taking over three different venues in March, the complete list of tour dates can be seen below.
It has been 22 years since GUNS N' ROSES last visited the Hollywood Palladium, where they have set their first stop on the "Los Angeles Takeover" on March 9. Additionally, GN'R will make their first appearances at The Wiltern on March 11, and at the House of Blues on March 12.
Pre-sale for the "Los Angeles Takeover" will begin on Thursday, March 1 at 10 AM PT, public onsale is slated for Friday, March 2 at 10 a.m. PT.
GUNS N' ROSES U.S. tour dates:
- March 01: Tabernacle in Atlanta, GA
- March 03: House of Blues in Orlando, FL
- March 05: Fillmore Miami Beach in Miami, FL
- March 09: Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, CA
- March 11: The Wiltern in Los Angeles, CA
- March 12: House of Blues in West Hollywood, CA
The latest reincarnation of Guns N' Roses performed this past Thursday, February 16th at the Hiro Ballroom in New York City. You can now watch the majority of the performance below thanks to our good friends over at Nextmosh.com.
Guns N' Roses today is composed of original member Axl Rose (vocals), who is joined on stage by guitarists Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, Richard Fortus and DJ Ashba, bassist Tommy Stinson, keyboardists Dizzy Reed and Chris Pitman and drummer Frank Ferrer.
In other Guns N' Roses news, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced that Guns N' Roses will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at the 27th annual Induction Ceremony, which is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 14, 2012 in Cleveland and premiere on HBO in early May. The 2012 ceremony will again be open to the public, as it was – for the first time in the event’s history – at the 2009 Inductions in Cleveland. Apparently, all of the original members of the band will be present at the ceremony.
Seminal rock icons, Guns N’ Roses, are set to invade New York during fashion week with a series of intimate shows then continue with additional stops through the northeast, announced today. Six shows confirmed so far including the historic return to The Ritz (now Webster Hall), 24 years after the filming of their heralded “Live At The Ritz” – the MTV concert continues to be one of the most sought after trades in bootleg circles. For the Webster Hall date, GN’R will celebrate their return by reclaiming the venue as The Ritz with signage and the name appearing on the marquee. The New York takeover in February marks the first time the band will appear at Roseland and Terminal 5, beginning on February 10, 2012. Full list of dates below.
Ticket presale on Tuesday, January 31 at 10:00am ET for the NY run, public on-sale is Wednesday, February 1. Chicago, Silver Spring and Atlantic City presale is Wednesday, February 1 at 10:00am EST, with public on-sale Friday, February 3. Tickets and VIP packages for all six dates will be available at gunsnroses.com.
In other Guns N' Roses news, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced that Guns N' Roses will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at the 27th annual Induction Ceremony, which is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 14, 2012 in Cleveland and premiere on HBO in early May. The 2012 ceremony will again be open to the public, as it was – for the first time in the event’s history – at the 2009 Inductions in Cleveland. The big question is whither the original members of the band will be present at the ceremony.
Guns N’ Roses Tour Dates:
- February 10: Roseland Ballroom in New York, NY
- February 12: Terminal 5 in New York, NY
- February 15: The Ritz (Webster Hall) in New York, NY
- February 19: House of Blues in Chicago, IL
- February 23: The Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD
- February 24: House of Blues in Atlantic City, NJ
The latest reincarnation of Guns N' Roses performed this past Friday, December 30th at The Joint in Las Vegas, Nevada. The show was streamed via iClips as a pay-per-view event, and you can now watch the entire performance below. The band has been touring the U.S., ever since their October 28th show in Orlando, Florida. It is the bands first tour since 2006.
Guns N' Roses today is composed of original member Axl Rose (vocals), who is joined on stage by guitarists Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal, Richard Fortus and DJ Ashba, bassist Tommy Stinson, keyboardists Dizzy Reed and Chris Pitman and drummer Frank Ferrer.
In other Guns N' Roses news, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced that Guns N' Roses will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at the 27th annual Induction Ceremony, which is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 14, 2012 in Cleveland and premiere on HBO in early May. The 2012 ceremony will again be open to the public, as it was – for the first time in the event’s history – at the 2009 Inductions in Cleveland. The big question is whither the original members of the band will be present at the ceremony.
First of all, we want to congratulate Revolver Magazine on their 100th issues. In times were print media is struggling, they have managed to keep the magazine growing and crossing new frontiers.
“Some would say the era of the Rock star is dead,” says Revolver Editor in Chief Brandon Geist. “And those are probably the same disbelievers who have told us many times that Rock is dead, that Metal is dead, that print is dead. And yet, here Revolver is at 100 issues—100 real, tangible, bathroom-ready printed issues—celebrating 100 rock stars who are very much alive and kicking ass. Needlessly to say, reports of all these deaths are greatly exaggerated.”
"Print is not dead, it's just on life-support!" - Josh Bernstein (Creative Director)
Revolver, the World’s Loudest Rock Magazine, is celebrating the release of its “Mega 100th Issue” by spotlighting the “100 Greatest Living Rock Stars.” From Ozzy to Axl to Lemmy, the issue features those who have rocked the hardest and lived to tell about it. On newsstands NOW and available online right here, the issue also features Revolver’s Top 20 albums of 2011, which crowns Korn’s controversial dubstep-infused record, 'The Path of Totality', with top honors.
The “100 Greatest Living Rock Stars” list takes a no-holds-barred look at the rock arena and highlights those artists who embody rock and roll’s rebel attitude. Whether it’s the well-chronicled debauched exploits of Mötley Crüe or newcomer James Durbin bringing metal to pop’s biggest forum, American Idol, these artists have what it takes to stand out from the pack. Included in the feature are rock star tips and tales from Gene Simmons, Chris Cornell, Bret Michaels and Dave Navarro, among others.
The cover of Revolver’s “Mega 100th Issue” features 22 notable rockers partying hard in celebration of the milestone in a special illustration created by famed horror-artist Jason Edmiston. These Rock stars include: Guns N’ Roses’ Axl Rose, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica’s James Hetfield, Kiss’ Gene Simmons, Korn’s Jonathan Davis, Marilyn Manson, Slash, Mötley Crüe and Sixx:A.M.’s Nikki Sixx, Slipknot and Stone Sour’s Corey Taylor, Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister, Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl, Alice Cooper, Rob Zombie, Slayer’s Kerry King, Black Label Society’s Zakk Wylde, Down and Pantera’s Phil Anselmo, Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe, Avenged Sevenfold’s M. Shadows, Jane’s Addiction’s Dave Navarro, Sebastian Bach, Black Veil Brides’ Andy Biersack, and Falling in Reverse’s Ronnie Radke.
The cover of Revolver was recently named by Billboard to be the #1 place to get maximum exposure as a hard-Rock artist; Revolver expands its reign as the leading hard-Rock and heavy-Metal destination with its 100th issue, which is its first issue ever to be sold at Walmart. Kicking off the relationship, 775 of the retailer’s top locations will feature custom Revolver displays in their music sections to make the issue easily accessible for music fans around the country. The celebratory issue is also the first to feature a redesign to both the up-front and back-of-book sections.
Also included in the “Mega 100th Issue” is Revolver’s highly anticipated list of the Top 20 albums of 2011. Album of the Year honors go to Korn for their album The Path of Totality, which sees the pioneering metal band collaborating with such dubstep producers as Skrillex, Excision, Kill the Noise and Nosia. Other albums making the cut include Machine Head’s Unto the Locust, Megadeth’s TH1RT3EN, the Foo Fighters’ Wasting Light and Evanescence’s self-titled release.
In addition, the issue features a commemorative fold-out poster of late, great Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell; a download code for 15 free songs including tracks by Black Label Society, Hatebreed, High on Fire; articles on Black Sabbath, Shinedown, Gwar, Skeletonwitch, Clutch, and many others; as well as the “Top 10 Presents to Kick 2012 Up to 11,” Revolver’s holiday gift guide with the perfect items for the rockers on your list.
In order to kickoff season 9 with a big bang, the "That Metal Show crew headed down to Miami, Florida to conduct an exclusive interview with GUNS N' ROSES lead singer Axl Rose and lead guitarist DJ Ashba. During his first TV interview in over a decade, Axl talks about his new band-mates, life on the road, rumors, misconceptions and more. The premiere episode of "That Metal Show" with Axl Rose airs tonight (Friday, November 11th) at 11 PM ET/PT on VH1 Classic.
Recently, the NY Daily News conducted an interview with Eddie Trunk regarding the historical interview that he and his co-hosts Don Jamieson and Jim Florentine conducted for VH1 Classic's "That Metal Show", this is what went down.
“He talks about a lot of reasons why he’s late,” says Trunk. “Then at the very end he kind of laughs and admits that when he was a kid and had a job right next door, he never got there on time, either.”
This interview itself reinforced that point. Trunk arrived at 2 p.m. at the venue where Guns ‘N Roses was playing a concert and finally scored the interview at 5:30 the next morning.
“You quickly realize that with this band, everything runs on Axl time,” says Trunk, adding that he was “ecstatic” to talk to Rose at all, no matter what the hour.
“I suppose ideally I would have talked to him at a time when I hadn’t been hanging around for 15 hours and up for 24 straight hours. But I’m not complaining.”
Trunk says he was told to come to the venue, set up his crew and that if it felt right to Axl, he’d do the interview.
“So we spent a lot of that time talking to everyone else,” says Trunk. “We talked to the crew, everyone in the band. I mean, we had to get a show out of it whether we talked to Axl or not. So now we’ve got a lot of good stuff that won’t make it on the air this time.”
What helped, Trunk allows, is that he was the guy to whom Rose gave his last interview – five years ago, on Trunk’s radio show.
“That one was completely out of the blue,” says Trunk. “Sebastian Bach was there, and he knows Axl. So they were texting and Bach said, hey, c’mon down – and he did.
“After the show ended, he hung out for a couple of hours. He was just a cool guy who likes to talk about music.”
Trunk has become the go-to media guy in the metal and hard rock media world, and he says the reason is nothing complicated.
“I’ve been doing this for 30 years,” he says. “And I think it’s clear to everyone that first and foremost I’m a fan. I’m not going to try to make anyone look bad.
“That said, however, I will ask the tough questions. I want to know what the fans want to know. I’ve turned down interviews when I was told the artist wouldn’t talk about something I knew I had to ask.”
In the case of Rose, he says, the only precondition was that he not ask about a reunion of the original Guns ‘N Roses. “Which I understand,” says Trunk. “He’s on the road now with new guys, and he loves playing with them. And he actually brought up some of the original guys himself at a couple of points.”
Trunk says they talk about the new band, Rose’s long interludes between CDs, and his feeling about his “Chinese Democracy” CD.
They also talk about the Rock Hall, to which Guns ‘N Roses has been nominated in its first year of eligibility.
“He says it’s not something he thinks a lot about,” says Trunk. “He thinks it’s mostly for fans. But he said it’s an honor and he talks about how he inducted Elton John, whom he loves. If it’s good enough for Elton, he said, it’s good enough for him.”
Friday night’s “That Metal Show” kicks off a round of eight new episodes, one of which by coincidence will feature Slash, the original Guns ‘N Roses guitarist.
Meantime, having interviewed Rose has kept Trunk busy.
“Magazines that can’t interview Axl are talking to me about interviewing him,” he says. “I’ve talked to Rolling Stone, Spin and a bunch of others.
“The anticipation for this interview is really something – from all over the world.”
Source: NY Daily News
Author: dhinckley@nydailynews.com Click to read more
The premiere episode of "That Metal Show" with Axl Rose airs tonight (Friday, November 11th) at 11 PM ET/PT on VH1 Classic.
VH1 Classic's "That Metal Show" has become a staple within the Heavy Music community. Thanks to the well-focused concept of the show, which features Eddie Trunk, Don Jamieson, and Jim Florentine, VH1 Classic has picked up the show for a ninth season. For season 9, "That Metal Show" is rolling out the black carpet and it will feature a slew of artists that will keep you entertained! The new season of the only Heavy Metal/Hard Rock show on national television, will kick off on National Metal Day (11-11-11).
In order to kickoff season 9 in style the "That Metal Show crew headed down to Miami, Florida to conduct an exclusive interview with GUNS N' ROSES lead singer Axl Rose and lead guitarist DJ Ashba. During his first TV interview in over a decade, Axl talks about his new band-mates, life on the road, rumors, misconceptions and more. The premiere episode of "That Metal Show" with Axl Rose airs this Friday, November 11 at 11 PM ET/PT on VH1 Classic.
Here is a complete rundown of season 9 of "That Metal Show" (new episodes premiere every Saturday at 11 p.m. ET/PT, with the exception of episode 1, which airs this Friday!):
\m/ November 11:
- Axl Rose (GUNS N' ROSES)
- DJ Ashba (GUNS N' ROSES)
\m/ November 19:
- Slash (GUNS N' ROSES, VELVET REVOLVER)
- Sam Dunn ("Metal Evolution", "Metal: A Headbangers Journey", "Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage")
- Guest guitarist (playing bass): Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION)
\m/ November 26:
- Brian Johnson (AC/DC)
- Guest guitarist: Warren DeMartini (RATT)
\m/ December 3:
- Dave Mustaine (MEGADETH)
- Vinny Appice (BLACK SABBATH, DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, KILL DEVIL HILL)
- Rex Brown (PANTERA, DOWN, KILL DEVIL HILL)
- Guest guitarist: Warren DeMartini (RATT)
\m/ December 10:
- Marilyn Manson
- Biff Byford (SAXON)
- Guest guitarist: Chris Broderick (MEGADETH)
\m/ December 17:
- Sully Erna (GODSMACK)
- Jesse James Dupree (JACKYL)
- Guest guitarist (playing bass): Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION)
\m/ January 1:
- Tracii Guns (L.A. GUNS)
- Michael Monroe (HANOI ROCKS)
- Guest guitarist: John 5 (ROB ZOMBIE, MARILYN MANSON)
\m/ January 14:
- Paul Rodgers (FREE, BAD COMPANY)
- Keith Nelson, Josh Todd (BUCKCHERRY)
- Guest guitarist: John 5 (ROB ZOMBIE, MARILYN MANSON)
\m/ January 21:
- Herman Rarebell (SCORPIONS)
- Andrew Dice Clay
- Guest guitarist: Chris Broderick (MEGADETH)
Distilling decades of your favorite hard rock and heavy metal into sixty minutes of mayhem; "That Metal Show" will deliver the ever-popular "Stump The Trunk" as well as the triumphant return of "TMS Top 5" to your TV every Saturday night at 11 p.m., only on VH1 Classic.
