"I put way more emphasis on a drummer's personality than technique." It's a surprising statement, coming from Mike Portnoy, one of the most admired drummers in heavy music for the past three decades.

We’re big fans of Muse. They’ve got that epic arena rock thing going on, and while they’ve always erred on the side of heavy and groovy, they’ve never felt the need to fully push into the metal sphere ...

Japanese double bass master Tetsu Saitoh is one of the most original players of the bull fiddle. He is a resourceful and inventive free improviser but also feels at home when is playing Argentine ...

Bill Burr’s ‘Shuggah experience seems to have opened his horizons to all things heavy. As a student of the drums, Burr’s new foray into double kick has gotten him into some brutal music that he always ...

Guitar Hero II quipped that a mini fridge is more important than a bassist. And while it is true that many people undervalue the role a bass guitar plays, it’s hugely important in providing a sturdy ...

Silvio Berlusconi has died aged 86 after being treated in April for a lung infection. A funeral will take place at Milan Cathedral on Wednesday, which has been declared a national day of mourning by ...

The Melvins have never been “easy listening,” and that’s why we like them. But for their upcoming album Pinkus Abortion Technician, the pioneering sludge-rockers will make audiences even queasier than ...

LENOX — At most classical orchestral concerts, the double bass section saws away intently with little recognition, tucked away to the side like wallflowers at a wedding. Unless jazz is on the bill, ...

The Great Dane proves he’s still got it, and also names some of the Metallica songs he finds most difficult When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...