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Nikki Sixx Mourns Death of His Mother

Spencer Kaufman — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 15:40:29 +0000

Sad news to report, as Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx's mother Deana Richards passed away yesterday, June 8, at the age of 74. The musician announced the news via a simple tweet that reads 'RIP Mom 5-5 1939 to 6-8 2013.' No further details are known about her passing at this time.

Motley Crue Guitarist Mick Mars Offers Update After Canadian Concert Attack

Chad Childers — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:23:54 +0000

Motley Crue guitarist Mick Mars has signed online to alert fans that he's okay after being knocked to the ground mid-performance by a concertgoer who rushed the stage in Saskatchewan, Canada Saturday night (May 4).

Motley Crue Guitarist Mick Mars Knocked Over by Audience Member at Canadian Show

Chad Childers — Sun, 05 May 2013 16:37:03 +0000

Motley Crue guitarist Mick Mars had a scary moment last night (May 4) after an audience member got loose at their show and proceeded to rush the stage, knocking over Mars in the process while making a beeline toward Vince Neil.

Motley Crue Vocalist Vince Neil Has Surgery to Remove Kidney Stones

Chad Childers — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 02:05:46 +0000

It's been an eventful 24 hours for Motley Crue vocalist Vince Neil. As we previously reported, the band had to end their Sunday (March 10) performance in Sydney, Australia, early when Neil was rushed to the hospital and it was later revealed that the singer was suffering from kidney stones. Now comes word that the vocalist underwent surgery to remove the stones.

Motley Crue Cut Short Australia Gig as Vince Neil Is Rushed to Hospital

Chad Childers — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 15:09:02 +0000

Motley Crue played an abbreviated set Sunday night (March 10) in Sydney, Australia, after singer Vince Neil could no longer continue and had to be rushed to a local hospital. Guitarist Mick Mars took to Twitter a little after the fact to reveal that the singer was suffering from kidney stones and that the pain got the better of him.

Motley Crue Add U.S. Tour Dates to 2013 Itinerary

Chad Childers — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 22:51:16 +0000

Motley Crue may be enjoying the Australian summer down under at the moment, but the band will return to North America later this spring for more shows. The group recently announced an April-May trek that would take them through Canada, and now they've tacked on a number of U.S. stops to fill out their May itinerary.

Vince Neil Joins Motley Crue Tribute Band Onstage After Toronto Show

Chad Childers — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 16:41:30 +0000

Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil provided a memory for a tribute band that they'll likely never forget. The vocalist headed out after the band's performance Thursday night (Sept. 13) to catch a show from Crued, a Motley Crue tribute band, and ended up joining them onstage.

Top 5 Songs About Weed

Todd Lyons — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 22:17:07 +0000

In recognition of 4/20, I present the Top 5 rock songs about marijuana. There are a surprising number of songs that have been written and recorded about smoking grass and it's effects. For a very comprehensive list, click here. In the meantime, smoke 'em if ya got 'em! 5 "The Pot" Tool Probably [...]

Watch Vince Neil's New Strip Club Commercial

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 12:43:41 +0000

Vince Neil of Motley Crue is a busy man, as he is anticipating ‘The Tour‘ with KISS, which is set to kick off this summer. But the singer is also preparing for the grand opening of his latest business venture, which is the Girls, Girls, Girls strip club in Las Vegas. If there is one thing Neil knows about, it’s strip joints. He filmed a spot promoting the establishment and in the commercial, he admits to being an equal opportunity lover, er, boss, of the girls.

Kiss and Motley Crue Release Teaser Trailer and Poster for 'The Tour'

Tree Riddle — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:48:57 +0000

KISS and Motley Crue fans have been salivating since news first broke that the two rock ‘n’ roll powerhouses were joining forces for a full-blown tour this summer. With the official announcement just hours away, the bands have released a teaser trailer and poster for what is being dubbed simply as ‘The Tour.’

Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix Joins Motley Crue Onstage In Vegas

Tree Riddle — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:06:05 +0000

Over the weekend, Motley Crue were joined by none other than Papa Roach vocalist Jacoby Shaddix on their famous cover of ‘Smokin’ in the Boys Room’ at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas.

'Motley Crue Day' Declared by Las Vegas Mayor

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:25:31 +0000

In honor of Motley Crue‘s much anticipated residency in Las Vegas, the Mayor of Sin City, Carolyn Goodman, has declared today, Feb. 3, 2012, as “Motley Crue Day.” See what decades of rock ‘n’ roll debauchery and decadence will get you? Your very own day in the city of debauchery and decadence.

Rumored KISS/Motley Crue Tour!

Kelly West — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 23:06:54 +0000

Wow! What a concert that will be if it actually happens. KISS and Motley Crue! That is gonna be a lot of hair spray and make up on stage! Hopefully KISS will be releasing a new album soon for the tour! Check out the video from Paul Stanley!

See + Meet Motley Crue in Las Vegas

94.5 KATS — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:00:03 +0000

This Feb. 3 – 19, Motley Crue will rock a 12-show marathon at the legendary Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. We’re giving you the chance to fly out to see the show for yourself – and meet the band! Crue drummer Tommy Lee recently sat down with Loudwire to talk about the [...]

Vince Neil Considering Split From Motley Crue After Las Vegas Residency

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:53:55 +0000

Things are thrilling in the Motley Crue camp, as the band gears up for the first-ever rock band residency in Las Vegas. However, despite all the hoopla and history making coinciding with the Feb. 3-19 stay in Sin City, singer Vince Neil said he is considering splitting from the band after the Vegas shows wrap.

Nikki Sixx Set To Release Two More Books

Graham Hartmann — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:09:31 +0000

Motley Crue and Sixx: AM bassist Nikki Sixx has been putting pen to paper once again to create two new books. Having already published the scathing memoir ’The Heroin Diaries,’ and ‘This Is Gonna Hurt’ (a collection of photography and insight), Sixx’s next book may see a release date as soon as May 2012.

Motley Crue Bassist Nikki Sixx Recuperating After Knee Surgery

Mary Ouellette — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 19:11:19 +0000

Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx found himself screaming for his own ‘Dr. Feelgood’ after hurting himself onstage during their summer tour. With lingering joint problems from the injury he underwent knee surgery on Wednesday (Oct. 19). The rocker took to Twitter post surgery to let fans know everything went a-okay and to provide a laugh or [...]

Nikki Sixx Attacks Fan At Show [VIDEO]

John Riggs — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 18:09:34 +0000

What happened here at a recent Motley Crue concert in Maryland was some dude was in the audience taking pictures or video of the performance. Big deal, right? Everyone can do that now that everyone has a camera phone. But this guy was using professional gear, gear which this kid could profit from. Some people [...]

Motley Crue and Poison Coming to Tacoma [VIDEOS]

94.5 KATS — Mon, 16 May 2011 23:11:34 +0000

Motley Crue along with Poison and New York Dolls are set to rock the roof off the Tacoma Dome on August 12th. We’ve got a few of our favorite jams and you can enter to win tickets after the jump Motley Crue – Dr. Feelgood (live) Motley Crue – Girls, Girls, Girls (live) Poison – [...]

Motley Crue Movie, Ashton Kutcher as Tommy Lee?

Kelly West — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 22:39:25 +0000

www.gibson.comI would be interested in seeing this movie if Ashton can really pull of being Tommy Lee. I mean he has pulled of a lot of things so I think it might be a good idea! Check out full story at