Jason Newsted Gets Knocked Out By Stage Diver In New York City - Video Available

Yesterday (May 21), Jason Newsted performed with his solo band NEWSTED at the Highline Ballroom in New York City. During the performance, Newsted was knocked out by a fan who decided it would be a good idea to hop on stage and then stage dive into the crowd. While stage diving is part of Metal shows, this stage diver ended up knocking Jason Newsted off his feet and could have caused some serious injuries on himself, on Newsted, or on other concert goers. Guys: PLEASE BE CAREFUL!

Our good friend Ryan Dwyer (pictured above) was right in front of Newsted when this incident took place, here is what he saw:

"I attended the Jason Newsted show last night in new York City at the Highline Ballroom and an incident took place during 'Whiplash'. During the solo, a fan jumped on stage to jump into the crowd but for some reason in the process, rammed Newsted into the audience where I was, and he fell on top of us and on to the floor. At first we thought Newsted wanted to crowd surf but we had no idea he was pushed since it happened so fast. Myself and the fans around me thought Jason was going to crowd surf but turns out a fan knocked him down and thought it was awesome that he did it. It looked like he was shaken up for a few seconds but the band continued on with 'Whiplash'. Jason was in high spirits again and continued playing like a badass. I caught up with Jason after the show and showed him the video. He was feeling a little sore but was still ok. He even said to me, put it on Youtube."




Upcoming NEWSTED tour dates in the United States:

May 22: The Middle East Downstairs - Cambridge, MA
May 23: The Stone Pony - Asbury Park, NJ

Get the NEW NEWSTED EP here!

Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site

NEWSTED Forced To Cancel Their San Jose, CA Concert - Statement Available!

Bassist Jason Newsted's (ex-METALLICA) NEW musical project NEWSTED have completed the recording session for their full-length debut album. NEWSTED's as of yet untitled album will be released around the same time that the band will appear at this year's Download festival this Summer. NEWSTED is scheduled to begin mixing the effort later this week, with more details to be announced soon.

NEWSTED has just announced via Facebook that their concert at the San Jose Rock Shop in San Jose, CA has been cancelled:
"We regret to inform our San Jose fans that due to circumstances beyond our control, the Newsted show at the Rock Shop on April 23rd has been cancelled. Refunds will be available at point of purchase."
 
Upcoming NEWSTED tour dates in the United States:

Apr. 23: San Jose Rock Shop - San Jose, CA
Apr. 24: The Starline - Fresno, CA
Apr. 26: The Alley - Sparks, NV
Apr. 27: Ace of Spades - Sacramento, CA
May 01: The Roxy - Los Angeles, CA
May 03: Vinyl - Las Vegas, NV
May 04: KUPD Ufiesta - Mesa, AZ
May 15: Planet Rock - Battle Creek, MI
May 17: The Crofoot - Pontiac, MI
May 18: Bottom Lounge - Chicago, IL
May 21: Highline Ballroom - New York, NY
May 22: The Middle East Downstairs - Cambridge, MA
May 23: The Stone Pony - Asbury Park, NJ

Get the NEW NEWSTED EP here!

Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site

NEWSTED: NEW Album Update Available As Band Gets Ready To Hit The Road!

Bassist Jason Newsted's (ex-METALLICA) NEW musical project NEWSTED have completed the recording session for their full-length debut album. NEWSTED's as of yet untitled album will be released around the same that the band will appear at this year's Download festival this Summer. NEWSTED is scheduled to begin mixing the effort later this week, with more details to be announced soon.
 
NEWSTED on tour in the United States:

Apr. 19: Red House - Walnut Creek, CA
Apr. 23: San Jose Rock Shop - San Jose, CA
Apr. 24: The Starline - Fresno, CA
Apr. 26: The Alley - Sparks, NV
Apr. 27: Ace of Spades - Sacramento, CA
May 01: The Roxy - Los Angeles, CA
May 03: Vinyl - Las Vegas, NV
May 04: KUPD Ufiesta - Mesa, AZ
May 15: Planet Rock - Battle Creek, MI
May 17: The Crofoot - Pontiac, MI
May 18: Bottom Lounge - Chicago, IL
May 21: Highline Ballroom - New York, NY
May 22: The Middle East Downstairs - Cambridge, MA
May 23: The Stone Pony - Asbury Park, NJ

Get the NEW NEWSTED EP here!

Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site

Jason Newsted Announces U.S. Tour With NEWSTED!

Bassist Jason Newsted (ex-METALLICA) recently announced the creation of a NEW band appropriately called NEWSTED! Newsted's latest musical project is ready for your ears via an EP entitled 'Metal' (available now).

NEWSTED will release its full-length debut around the same that the band will appear at this year's Download festival this Summer.
 
Today (March 25), NEWSTED announced that they have scheduled the following U.S. tour dates:

Apr. 19: Red House - Walnut Creek, CA
Apr. 23: San Jose Rock Shop - San Jose, CA
Apr. 24: The Starline - Fresno, CA
Apr. 26: The Alley - Sparks, NV
Apr. 27: Ace of Spades - Sacramento, CA
May 01: The Roxy - Los Angeles, CA
May 03: Vinyl - Las Vegas, NV
May 04: KUPD Ufiesta - Mesa, AZ
May 15: Planet Rock - Battle Creek, MI
May 17: The Crofoot - Pontiac, MI
May 18: Bottom Lounge - Chicago, IL
May 21: Highline Ballroom - New York, NY
May 22: The Middle East Downstairs - Cambridge, MA
May 23: The Stone Pony - Asbury Park, NJ

NEWSTED recently announced the addition of STAIND guitarist Mike Mushok.

"It was obvious from the word go that Mike is one of us," said Jason. "Professional, focused, happy and grateful to be able to make our beautiful noise together!"

Get the NEW NEWSTED EP here!

Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site

Jason Newsted Unleashes NEW Music Video For "Soldierhead"

Bassist Jason Newsted (ex-METALLICA) recently announced the creation of a NEW band appropriately called NEWSTED! Newsted's latest musical project is ready for your ears via an EP entitled 'Metal' (available now). One of the songs that you will find on this EP is "Soldierhead" and you can watch the premiere of the music video right HERE (courtesy of Noisecreep).

Get the NEW NEWSTED EP here!

Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site

Jason Newsted Unleashes NEW Crushing Song "Soldierhead" & We Have It!

Bassist Jason Newsted (ex-METALLICA) recently announced the creation of a NEW band appropriately called NEWSTED! Newstead's latest musical project will be ready for your ears on January 8, 2013 via an EP entitled 'Metal'. One of the songs that you will find on this EP is "Soldierhead" and you can listen below!



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Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site