As one of the leaders of the nü-metal movement, it's always a bit surprising to me how much Korn despises the label. They brought the whole scene up, and they are still going strong over 20 years later, when most of their peers have faded into... More

As one of the leaders of the nü-metal movement, it's always a bit surprising to me how much Korn despises the label. They brought the whole scene up, and they are still going strong over 20 years later, when most of their peers have faded into obscurity.But still, Jonathan Davis doesn't consider the band nu-metal, and he explained to NME why: “Oh man, that scene was full of misogynistic, opportunistic dickhead jocks. The sort of people who’d be bullying me at school if they weren’t supporting my band at shows. “I’m about the art. We got lumped in with that stuff kinda because of the way we dressed. We were kinda hip-hop, but there was nothing really hip-hop about Korn other than the basslines to an extent. I didn’t rap! “In the beginning, nobody knew what we were – we’d play shows with No Doubt or Pennywise and then when the metal community embraced us we went with it because it felt like we’d found a home. “But I hate thinking that some people hear the name Korn and think we’re some douchebag, misogynistic, fucking macho dickhead band. I think the fact that we’re still here says a lot…”I am not sure where in the rule book it states that you have to have rapping in your songs to be nu-metal. There were plenty of bands in the scene that did not rap, like Orgy, Adema, Staind, Disturbed and Drowning Pool to name a few.Yes, there were definitely jocks – but that's because the music was mainstream. Mainstream music attracts jocks! That's what happens when your band gets played on TRL.Either way, I guess Davis isn't putting on any Sevendust records anytime soon. Via MetalInjection Less

We finally have a bit of clarification on Post Malone's claim that Ozzy said that their collaboration was the greatest thing Ozzy's done since the Sabbath days. It seems Ozzy was talking about his own solo album which was the result of his... More

We finally have a bit of clarification on Post Malone's claim that Ozzy said that their collaboration was the greatest thing Ozzy's done since the Sabbath days. It seems Ozzy was talking about his own solo album which was the result of his collaboration with Malone.You see, Ozzy collaborated with Malone through Malone's producer, Andrew Watt. Ozzy enjoyed the experience of working with Watt behind the boards so much, that he decided to hire Watt to work on Ozzy's new solo record. And THAT music, on the solo record, is what Ozzy considers his greatest material.Speaking to The Sun, Ozzy said “I’ve made a new album and it’s helped get me back on track. I was just lying in my own self-pity for months. It’s the greatest album I’ve done.”So he probably told this to Watt, who relayed it to Malone, who assumed Ozzy was talking about their track rather than his overall work with Watt.Ozzy then went onto explain that he got in touch with Watt after being contacted about working with Post Malone, a rapper who Ozzy never heard of (kind of ironic, isn't it?) and that he enjoyed the process enough to want to work even more with Watt: “I’d never even heard of this kid. He wanted me to sing on his song Take What You Want, so I did and then one thing led to another. I started recording a new album with Post Malone’s producer Andrew Watt. It’s only nine tracks but it was a catalyst to get me to where I am today.” As Ozzy plays me Ordinary Man, a song from his new record, he says: “If it wasn’t for making this record I would still be on traction, thinking, ‘I’m going to be lying here for ever’. I’ve missed music so badly. My fans are so loyal and so good. Up until making the album I thought I was dying. But that got me off my ass.” But making studio album No 12 has reminded Ozzy he is not getting any younger. He says: “This is my first recording in a studio for ten years, so I do feel a bit out of touch.Ozzy then has a great take on the music industry: “Music goes straight online these days and that’s quicker than it takes me to write a text. It’s all about downloads and streaming now. What the fuck does that mean? What’s Spotify? I thought it was a skin problem where you woke up spotified. “The album was all finished in four weeks. I said to Sharon that I didn’t feel like I’d made an album because we haven’t ended up screaming at each other.”Oh man, Ozzy is always the best with the zinger. Via MetalInjection Less

Last winter Suicide Silence guitarist Mark Heylmun stepped aside from the band to focus on his personal life. Fast forward 17 months and Heylmun has now rejoined the band. Moreover, the group has been working on new music as of late, which they... More

Last winter Suicide Silence guitarist Mark Heylmun stepped aside from the band to focus on his personal life. Fast forward 17 months and Heylmun has now rejoined the band. Moreover, the group has been working on new music as of late, which they intend to debut live later this fall.Suicide Silence had this to say: "Our brother Mark Heylmun is back in action and fully involved with all things Suicide Silence, including touring. Also, we'll be debuting brand new music live in the Latin America this November!" Via LambGoat Less

One-time Clutch keyboardist Mick Schauer passed away over the weekend. Further details have yet to be disclosed.Schauer was a member of from 2005 to 2008 and played on the band's Robot Hive/Exodus (2005) and From Beale Street to Oblivion (2007)... More

One-time Clutch keyboardist Mick Schauer passed away over the weekend. Further details have yet to be disclosed.Schauer was a member of from 2005 to 2008 and played on the band's Robot Hive/Exodus (2005) and From Beale Street to Oblivion (2007) albums.Clutch had the following to say:"We are saddened to hear the news of Mick Schauer's passing. Mick was an incredible talent and he will be missed. His contribution to the albums Robot Hive Exodus and From Beale Street to Oblivion brought a new sound to the band at a time when the band sought to stretch into new territory. Mick helped us to achieve those goals and more. He was also a powerful force at our live shows. His natural ability was unmatched and his love for the music made us all play better. We are grateful for having had the opportunity to make music with you Mick!" Via LambGoat Less

Every Time I Die and The Damned Things vocalist Keith Buckley has revealed that he's now an ordained minister through the Universal Life Church, a non-denominational religious organization founded in 1962.Buckley shared a photo (see below) of his... More

Every Time I Die and The Damned Things vocalist Keith Buckley has revealed that he's now an ordained minister through the Universal Life Church, a non-denominational religious organization founded in 1962.Buckley shared a photo (see below) of his newly acquired 'Credentials of Ministry' and may be available to officiate your wedding (state laws vary with regard to the Universal Life Church). eat my shorts motherfuckers I’m god now you can’t tell me shit pic.twitter.com/ECdkNcej9L — keith buckley (@deathoftheparty) September 16, 2019 Via LambGoat Less