A piece of Deftones history has just been appraised at a jaw-dropping $55,000. The instrument in question — an ESP Horizon Custom — was used by guitarist Stephen Carpenter during the recording of the band’s 1997 album Around The Fur and their 2000 landmark release White Pony. The guitar also made appearances in the “Change (In The House Of Flies)” and “Back To School (Mini Maggit)” music videos, served as a touring guitar for several years, and was featured in multiple live TV performances. The six-string’s value was boosted by White Pony’s recent second platinum certification in the U.S., as…
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Scottish blackened thrash outfit Hellripper have officially signed with Century Media Records and unveiled a new music teaser, which you can check out below. Mastermind/guitarist/vocalist James McBain stated: “I’m very pleased to announce that Hellripper is now working with Century Media Records! It’s a label that I’ve followed for a long time now and am honoured to become a part of such a great legacy. We share a common vision for the future of the band, and together, we vow to spread the word of the Goat Kvlt! I’m excited to embark on this new chapter of the band’s journey…
Linkin Park have confirmed their long-awaited return to Australia, marking their first visit since 2013. The diamond-certified nü-metal and alternative rock icons will head down under in March 2026 in support of their latest album, From Zero. The newly announced run includes stops in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney: 03/03 Brisbane, AUS – Entertainment Centre03/08 Melbourne, AUS – Rod Laver Arena03/14 Sydney, AUS – Qudos Bank Arena Pre-sale tickets will be available Monday, August 18 through the band’s LPU fan club, with general on-sale beginning Friday, August 22 at 11:00am AEST. View this post on Instagram A post shared by LINKIN…
Hatebreed guitarist Wayne Lozinak is now home and on the mend after undergoing a craniotomy earlier this month to remove a benign brain tumor. The veteran metalcore musician first began experiencing stroke-like symptoms while onstage during the band’s European tour this past June. A hospital visit soon after revealed the tumor, prompting Lozinak to temporarily step away from the band to focus on his health and prepare for surgery. The procedure was completed earlier this month, and Lozinak shared an update on August 10 confirming his recovery is underway. He previously noted that the healing process could take at least…
Fear Factory vocalist Milo Silvestro opened up about his surreal experience fronting one of his all-time favorite bands. Speaking with the Mike James Rock Show at Bloodstock Open Air, the Italian singer shared his gratitude for the fan support of the new lineup and his deep dive into honoring the band’s legacy. Currently, Fear Factory are performing their 1995 classic Demanufacture in full. Silvestro revealed how he studied the original stems to replicate every nuance of former vocalist Burton C. Bell’s performances. “I try to sneak in some bits of my vocal personality, but not too much to change it…
My Chemical Romance brought their The Black Parade celebration to their home state of New Jersey on August 9th, headlining a massive show at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. Midway through their set, the band were surprised onstage by Belleville Mayor Michael Melham, who presented them with the keys to their hometown during a performance of “Welcome to the Black Parade.” In his speech, Melham praised the group’s global impact, noting Belleville’s rich musical history and pointing out that this was the first time in the township’s history that such an honor had been bestowed. The band responded in true…
Creed frontman Scott Stapp has shared heartfelt words in memory of the late Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away on July 22 at the age of 76. Speaking on The Scuba Steve Show, Stapp reflected on the Black Sabbath icon’s influence: “He meant the world to rock and roll and metal. Creed definitely has huge metal influences, especially from Mark’s side. But we all got into Ozzy when we were young—Black Sabbath, his solo work, all of it. His songs not only rocked, but his ballads touched our hearts. His charisma, his personality, and who he was as a father… he…
Australian psych-rock juggernauts King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have shed more light on their recent decision to pull much of their catalog from Spotify, a move sparked by CEO Daniel Ek’s investment in Helsing — a company developing AI-powered military drone technology. The band initially broke the news with a blunt “f*** Spotify” post on social media, later expanding with a statement urging fans to pressure “Dr. Evil tech bros” to do better. The decision follows similar moves from Xiu Xiu, Deerhoof, and other artists voicing concerns over Spotify’s ethics, on top of the platform’s long-standing criticism for low…
Professionally-filmed footage of Australian hardcore outfit SPEED’s June 15th, 2025 set at the annual ‘Outbreak Fest’ in Manchester, UK has been released online. The high-energy performance captures the band delivering their trademark intensity to a packed festival crowd. Fans can now watch SPEED tear through their 2025 Outbreak Fest set in full below. Do you love independent bands, or are you in one? The Mosh Network is not just a rock/metal news website, but it doubles as an independent band directory, designed so that visitors can browse independent bands by not just subgenre, but location as well. It’s perfect to…
Sacramento, CA nü-metal outfit Simon Says have dropped their latest single, “Punky Brewster”, marking their first new music since reuniting in 2023. Both the track title and its cover art nod to the 1980s sitcom of the same name, which followed the story of a quirky, abandoned child. “Punky Brewster” is the first in a series of new songs the band plans to release over the coming weeks. While details on the full rollout remain under wraps, fans can expect more music soon as Simon Says continue their comeback. Do you love independent bands, or are you in one? The…
