Liz Ramanand has been a concert junkie and metal head since the ripe age of 9 years old. Now that passion has turned into an obsession. While working for AOL's heavy metal unit Noisecreep.com as well as Roadrunner Records, she graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Journalism and English from Brooklyn College. She makes it her priority to attend at least four concerts a week any less would make her a very unhappy metal head.
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ShipRocked 2016 – Day 1: Five Finger Death Punch, Halestorm + More
Read a recap and check out the photo gallery from Day 1 of the ShipRocked 2016 Cruise.
Fans Document Soundgarden’s Return in New Book ‘Photofantasm’
'Photofantasm: Nudedragons to King Animal' is a visual volume created by Soundgarden fans for Soundgarden fans.
ShipRocked 2015: Chevelle, Zakk Wylde, Wilson and Sevendust Rock Super Bowl Party
Hundreds of rock and metal fans boarded ShipRocked's Norwegian Pearl to catch this year’s Super Bowl.
Sevendust Guitarist John Connolly Discusses Acoustic Album, Touring + More
Sevendust's John Connolly discusses the band's acoustic album 'Time Travelers & Bonfires,' their touring and more.
Sevendust Guitarist John Connolly Plays ‘Would You Rather?’
We play a game of 'Would You Rather?' with Sevendust guitarist John Connolly, who offers up some intriguing answers.
Young Guns Talk Forthcoming Album, ShipRocked, Musical Influences + More
Anyone who’s seen Young Guns live knows that the band brings it onstage. The British rockers, who scored a huge hit in 2012 with 'Bones,' kicked off the year as part of this year’s ShipRocked lineup.
The Oath Vocalist Johanna Sadonis Talks New Album, Fascination With Death + More
European band the Oath are putting out some of the most interesting music today as they take you back decades with their old school, raw and heavy sounds. Loudwire had the opportunity to pick the brain of vocalist Johanna Sadonis, who discussed the group's new self-titled album (available at iTunes) and some of the tracks from the disc. Sadonis also spoke about working with Watain’s Erik Danielsso
Sevendust Members Discuss New Acoustic Album ‘Time Travelers & Bonfires’ + More
In Part 1 of our interview with Sevendust, singer Lajon Witherspoon, bassist Vince Hornsby and drummer Morgan Rose spoke about their latest experience on ShipRocked 2014 and their forthcoming acoustic tour. In Part 2 of our interview (watch above), the band talks about their upcoming acoustic album and more.
Five Finger Death Punch Talk ShipRocked 2014 + Upcoming Touring Plans
Anyone on this year’s ShipRocked cruise knows that Five Finger Death Punch could have completely powered the boat themselves with a pair of electric performances. The band was the very first to rock the boat on the first day as they hit the Deck stage as the Norwegian Pearl left Miami. Later in the cruise, they played another monster gig in the Stardust Theater. ShipRocked 2014 was definitely one
Track-by-Track Preview: Black Label Society’s ‘Catacombs of the Black Vatican’
The Doom Crew are patiently waiting for Black Label Society’s forthcoming disc ‘Catacombs of the Black Vatican,’ which is due out on April 8 via eOne Records. Last week, a handful of die-hard fans as well as a few lucky members of the press (including us) gathered at the NYC offices of eOne Records and were privileged enough to get an early listen to the new record and it does not disappoint.
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Zakk Wylde Rocks Apple Store With Q&A Session + Acoustic Performance in NYC
Some may go into the Apple Store to check out the latest iPad or iPhone, but Friday night (Jan. 17) metalheads gathered at the Apple Store in New York City's SoHo neighborhood for an intimate question and answer session along with an acoustic performance featuring the one and only Zakk Wylde.
Tom Morello Dishes on Working With Bruce Springsteen on the Road and In the Studio
Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello is an influential musician in his own right but in a new interview with UltimateClassicRock, he talks all about working with legendary Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Morello not only filled in for guitarist Steve Van Zandt during an Australian trek, but he also plays on eight tracks on the new Springsteen album 'High Hopes.'