The Metal Bands Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil Listened to in the ‘80s

During a new interview, Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil named the metal bands he listened to in the ’80s when his band was first starting out. Continue reading…

How Sharon Osbourne Confronted Mötley Crüe’s Partying Habits

Motley Crue sought revenge after being reprimanded for their hard partying backstage while on tour with Ozzy. Continue reading…

Guitarist Nita Strauss Celebrates Birth Of Son Maxwell James

Strauss already has plans for baby Max when it’s time to head back out on tour. Continue reading…

Weezer Drop New Collab, Announce 20th Album With Familiar Title

Weezer release their new collaboration with Wednesday on ‘We Might as Well Be Strangers” along with details of their self-titled 20th studio album. Continue reading…

Now Hear This: June 2026

Now Hear This is a monthly A&R column that provides you with exciting new sounds we discovered through the innovative new music discovery platform Groover. Each month, you can expect a varied bouillabaisse of songs from a vast spectrum of artists from all over the globe, regardless of genre or geography.  For June, SPIN has

Guitarist William Reid Says Eddie Van Halen ‘Ruined Rock Guitar’

The Jesus and Mary Chain guitarist William Reid said Eddie Van Halen ‘ruined rock guitar’ and named which musician’s riffs he thinks are ‘better.’ Continue reading…