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09.10.2021 Blue Ridge Rock Fest Day Two

September 24, 2021

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$Former Sick Puppies frontman Shim Moore has opened up about the band's bitter 2014 split, sharing a vital piece of advice he believes every musical act needs to hear to survive. Speaking in a video posted to his Shim's Rockstar Academy Instagram page, the singer reflected on how his perspective has evolved over the last decade regarding why the alternative rock outfit fractured at the height of their mainstream success. Moore candidly confessed that the core reason for the breakdown of his band—and almost any collaborative relationship—is simply that the members stopped valuing one another as individuals as they grew older. Moore explained that while the group started with a singular, shared goal when they initially met in high school, more than a decade of touring and maturity inevitably transformed them into different people with entirely separate values. Rather than communicating openly and making space for those evolving personal needs, the members allowed history and baggage to block their communication, creating an environment where they became defensive and stopped listening to each other. Directing his advice toward up-and-coming musicians, Moore emphasized that long-term survival in any creative partnership requires artists to honestly express their core values while actively remaining willing to honor and accommodate the changing values of their bandmates. What do you think about Shim Moore's advice on band communication, and what is your absolute favorite track from the classic Sick Puppies era? #SickPuppies #ShimMoore #RockstarAcademy #BandBreakups #RockMusic #AlternativeRock #MusicInterviews #Loudwire #RockNews2026$

Limp Bizkit made a triumphant, high-octane return to Madrid yesterday (July 1st), marking their first time rocking the Spanish capital since 2012. The long-awaited performance served as a massive release for fans who have been waiting years for this moment. The band was originally scheduled to play Spain back in 2020 before the pandemic forced a cancellation, and a subsequent 2022 tour routing was similarly scrapped after frontman Fred Durst was advised by his doctor to take a medical break from the road. With over a decade of anticipation building up, both the band and the crowd gave it absolutely everything they had for a legendary night of heavy riffs and nostalgia.

The band rewarded the crowd's patience with an explosive, career-spanning 20-song setlist packed with their biggest anthems and signature covers. Limp Bizkit kicked things off with "Stuck" and tore through staples like "Nookie," "My Way," and "Rollin' (Air Raid Vehicle)," even inviting two audience members on stage to help them jam out "Full Nelson." Alongside snippets of tracks by Metallica and Ministry, the band delivered their famous George Michael cover "Faith" and closed out the chaotic night by playing their definitive anthem "Break Stuff" a second time, bringing out opening artist Death by Romy to help blast the roof off the venue.

Were you in the crowd for Limp Bizkit's massive return to Spain last night, or what is your favorite track to see Fred and the boys play live?

#LimpBizkit #FredDurst #WesBorland #MadridLive #NuMetal #BreakStuff #Rollin #LiveMusic #SpainRock #RockNews2026

Former Godsmack drummer Shannon Larkin has issued a formal public apology to Mötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx after a social media firestorm erupted over the use of pre-recorded backing tracks in live music. The drama kicked off during a June livestream on Larkin's YouTube channel, where he proudly defended Godsmack's strict "no click track, no backing track" philosophy while explaining recent touring drummer adjustments. In the process of arguing that running tracks homogenizes the raw, dangerous energy of a rock show, Larkin named Sixx as a direct example, pointing out moments where the bassist walked away from his microphone while his backing vocals visibly kept playing in the mix.

The critique caught the attention of Sixx, who fiercely hit back on X by dismissing the comments as coming from a "B- and C-level" musician using Mötley Crüe's massive spotlight for cheap press and attention. Shaken by the legendary bassist's response, Larkin took to Facebook Live to issue a sincere, rambling apology directly to Sixx, clarifying that his comments were taken completely out of context by music news outlets. Insisting that he holds the utmost respect for Mötley Crüe and has zero desire to get locked into an ugly industry beef, Larkin looked into the camera to tell Sixx he was deeply sorry for using him as a shorthand example, noting that there is ultimately nothing wrong with running tracks and that Sixx has earned the right to do whatever he wants on stage.

What are your thoughts on Shannon Larkin clearing the air with Nikki Sixx, and where do you stand on rock bands utilizing backing tracks for live performances?

#ShannonLarkin #NikkiSixx #MotleyCrue #Godsmack #BackingTracks #LiveMusic #RockDrama #Blabbermouth #MusicNews2026

Linkin Park have officially crossed the finish line of their massive From Zero World Tour, successfully wrapping up a sprawling 100-show global itinerary. The major touring milestone cements a triumphant new era for the multi-platinum alternative metal titans, proving beyond a doubt that their highly anticipated return to the stage is one of the most successful and culturally significant rock renaissances of the decade.

The extensive, arena-and-stadium-level trek across the globe allowed the band to showcase their evolution following the release of their latest studio album, From Zero. Delivering an intense, high-energy setlist that seamlessly blended legendary, career-defining classics like "In the End" and "Crawling" with heavy-hitting new material, the 100-show run completely solidified the band's revamped lineup and reaffirmed their enduring status at the absolute forefront of the heavy music landscape.

Did you have a chance to catch the band live at one of their 100 stops on this historic global trek, or what is your favorite track off the From Zero record?

#LinkinPark #FromZero #FromZeroWorldTour #MikeShinoda #EmilyArmstrong #LinkinParkLive #NuMetal #AlternativeRock #LiveMusic #RockNews2026

Outspoken country-rock musician Kid Rock (Bob Ritchie) has pulled back the curtain on his close personal relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump, calling the experience of having a friend running the world "fucking awesome." Speaking with Sky News Australia host Paul Murray for an upcoming one-hour travelogue documentary titled Trump's America: 250 Years In The Making, the chart-topping artist revealed that he frequently uses his direct line to the president as a casual late-night drinking trick when having beers with friends on the weekends. Ritchie noted that because both he and Trump share similar habits of only sleeping about five hours a night, he knows exactly when to get ahold of him around midnight on Fridays or Saturdays. The president is incredibly gracious and always picks up to simply "shoot the shit," giving the rocker what he enthusiastically describes as a front-row seat to the greatest shit show on Earth.

During the extensive interview, the multi-platinum musician fiercely blasted political critics of the U.S. president, pushing back against accusations regarding Trump's business interests while in office by asserting that his background as a smart businessman is exactly why he succeeds. Ritchie insisted that Trump's heart and soul are entirely focused on putting America first, arguing that every global leader should possess that exact same level of singular dedication to their own nation. The rock icon, who recently counterprogrammed the Super Bowl this past February by headlining Turning Point USA's "All-American Halftime Show" at the exact same time Bad Bunny took the main stage, previously admitted to Rolling Stone that he knew doubling down on his public support for Trump was a massive gamble that could have been a career ender. However, he confidently bet that a massive audience of like-minded fans across the country would stand right there with him.

What do you think about Kid Rock’s unfiltered look into his late-night relationship with the White House, and have you been tracking his recent politically charged live performances?

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#KidRock #BobRitchie #DonaldTrump #PaulMurray #SkyNews #TurningPointUSA #AmericanBadAss #Ro…

Motionless in White have secured a historic chart milestone on the Billboard Hot Hard Rock Songs chart. Frontman Chris Motionless broke the news to fans on social media, celebrating a consecutive "hat trick" of chart-topping hits as the band’s newest single, "R.I.P." (featuring Skylar Grey), rocketed straight to the No. 1 spot. The track follows in the victorious footsteps of their previous 2026 singles, the Corey Taylor-assisted smash "Playing God" and the album's explosive lead anthem "Afraid of the Dark," both of which previously dominated the peak position on the hard rock chart.

The remarkable string of consecutive chart-toppers has sent waves of excitement through the band’s dedicated fanbase, arriving at a time when the group seems to break new records on a daily basis. Chris Motionless poured his heart out in a public thank-you message to the MIW family, expressing disbelief at the overwhelming momentum heading into their massive 20th-anniversary studio album, Decades, which is scheduled to drop worldwide on July 17th via Roadrunner Records. The landmark record—co-produced by Drew Fulk and Justin DeBlieck—is shaping up to be one of the most successful heavy releases of the year, perfectly setting the stage for their upcoming "Sweat and Blood" tour extensions.

Are you counting down the days until Decades officially drops, and which of these three consecutive No. 1 tracks has been stuck on repeat for you?

#MotionlessInWhite #ChrisMotionless #Decades #RIP #PlayingGod #AfraidOfTheDark #BillboardCharts #HotHardRockSongs #Metalcore #RoadrunnerRecords #RockNews2026

The legendary gothic concert throne belonging to the late Ozzy Osbourne has officially gone on public display in his hometown of Birmingham, England. Serving as a poignant centerpiece for the ongoing, free Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero exhibition at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, the return of the artifact coincides with the solemn one-year anniversary of the heavy metal pioneer’s passing. Originally constructed for his 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, the intricately designed chair was last used on stage during his final solo performance and Black Sabbath’s historic Back to the Beginning charity concert at Villa Park on July 5th of last year, just 17 days before he passed away at age 76.

Housed in a specially constructed display case, the throne allows fans to get an up-close look at its incredibly detailed, macabre craftsmanship, featuring sculpted skulls, bat motifs, and a built-in water cannon. In a touch that has deeply moved visiting fans, the display also exposes the hidden rear handles that crews used behind the scenes to seamlessly wheel the Prince of Darkness out into the stadium spotlight. Curated in close partnership with the Osbourne family, the massively successful exhibition has already been extended twice and welcomed over 640,000 visitors, with the newly added throne expected to drive tens of thousands more to the gallery before the attraction officially wraps up its historic run on September 27th.

Are you planning a trip to Birmingham to see the Prince of Darkness's final stage throne in person before the exhibition closes this September?

#OzzyOsbourne #BlackSabbath #PrinceOfDarkness #BirminghamMuseum #WorkingClassHero #HeavyMetalHistory #VillaPark #RockNews2026

Rush have been forced to put the brakes on their highly anticipated Texas run. The band has officially postponed their June 30th and July 2nd performances at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth after bassist and vocalist Geddy Lee was diagnosed with both laryngitis and bronchitis.

The announcement hits Fort Worth fans particularly hard, as the July 2nd date was already a rescheduled slot from a June 24th show that had been pushed back due to international travel and border-related production delays. In a statement shared to social media, the band expressed their deep frustration over the medical pause:

"Geddy has been diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis. After being evaluated by his doctors, he has been advised that he needs additional time to rest and recover before returning to the stage... After more than 50 years of touring, we've always believed that if we’re going to step on stage, we owe you the very best performance we can give — and right now, that simply isn't possible."

Fortunately, venue organizers and the band's team moved quickly to lock down replacement dates. The June 30th concert has been officially moved to Saturday, July 11th, while the July 2nd show will now take place on Monday, July 13th. All previously purchased tickets will be fully honored for the new dates, and refunds will be made available at the original point of purchase for fans unable to make the turnaround.

The stadium and arena tour has been a monumental success, expanding from an initial 22-date run to a massive 58-show itinerary across North America, with highly anticipated extensions into South America and Europe already mapped out for early 2027.

Are you holding tickets for the rescheduled Fort Worth dates, or have you already witnessed the incredible new lineup live on this historic anniversary tour?

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#Rush #GeddyLee #AlexLifeson #AnikaNilles #FiftySomethingTour #DickiesArena #FortWorth #NeilPeart #ProgressiveRock #RockNews2026

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