A special Chester Bennington tribute to celebrate the life and work of someone who marked a generation.
This week we pay tribute to Chester Bennington of Linkin Park, who would have turned 45 on March 20th.
Marcos “Diet” Filippi, founder of Comando Rock magazine, dies
Diet helped many metal bands on their journey defending the style of music they loved and championed
VIPER Tuesdays presents "On the Road," the new episode of season 3 that tells the story of VIPER; watch it!
Details of the show where VIPER opened for Motörhead on their first visit to Brazil, as well as the first change in the band's lineup. Continue Reading →
VIPER almost set a school on fire during the launch of 'Soldiers of Sunrise' and we have the images here on VIPER Tuesdays.
VIPER members provide us with all the details and images of the legendary and historic "fire show".
Lars-Göran Petrov, vocalist of Entombed, dies at age 49.
In 2020, the band reported that Lars-Göran Petrov had begun chemotherapy treatment for cancer.
João Gordo interviews Father Júlio Lancellotti, who talks about his struggle and fight against poverty, the military dictatorship, and tyranny in Brazil.
"In our rock, punk, and metal scene, you're a street hero. Everyone admires you," commented João Gordo. Continue Reading →
Actress from Porta dos Fundos records new Foo Fighters song and the band is impressed and shares it; watch
The Foo Fighters liked Evelyn Castro's version of the recently released "Waiting On…" from Porta dos Fundos
Pink Floyd's David Gilmour turns 75, and the Wikimetal podcast celebrates with lots of music; listen now!
"Nice to meet you, my name is 'Good Taste' but you can call me David Gilmour." That's how the Pink Floyd frontman should have…
VIPER Tuesdays premieres its 3rd season with the VIPER story told by Andre Matos, Felipe Machado, Pit Passarell and more; watch it!
The origin and choice of the name VIPER, how Andre Matos was "found," and much more in the premiere of the 3rd season of VIPER TUESDAYS. Continue Reading →
The show 'Maniacs in Japan' ends with the first song ever composed by VIPER; watch “HR”
Every Tuesday, Wikimetal posts VIPER performing in Japan as part of the 'Maniacs on Tour' 92-93 tour.
Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath turns 73 and the party is here; check it out!
The father of heavy metal, the king of heavy riffs, is celebrating his birthday, and this week's podcast is 100% Tony…
VIPER playing Ramones? We've got that too! Here on VIPER Tuesdays; watch "I Wanna Be Sedated"
Every Tuesday, Wikimetal posts VIPER performing in Japan as part of the 'Maniacs on Tour' 92-93 tour. Continue Reading →
Iced Earth's vocalist and bassist resign one month after Jon Schaffer's invasion of the US Capitol.
The decision by the two members came four weeks after the guitarist and founder of Iced Earth was arrested for…
Epica releases music video for the acoustic version of “Omega”; watch Omegacoustic
Check out another acoustic single released by EPICA as a preview of their new album 'Omega'
Hayley Williams confirms she's ready for Paramore's new album.
"I don't plan on another solo album. I'm ready for the Paramore album. Let's go for it," confirmed Hayley Williams. Continue Reading →
Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler receives his second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine
"Second vaccine received. Can I go back to England now?" asks Geezer Butler, bassist of Black Sabbath.
Rupert Neve, a legend in sound engineering and a pioneer in the creation of audio equipment, has died
Rupert Neve created some of the best recording equipment still used today by countless rock bands
Of the 10 Iron Maiden members who recorded albums, only 1 was not inducted into the Hall of Fame; check it out.
In 2018, the Iron Maiden vocalist said that the "Hall of Fame is run by damn hypocritical Americans." Continue Reading →
Jorn's new single enters the final of a music competition and goes viral on Spotify; watch "Faith Bloody Faith"
"300,000 listens, Spotify's Viral Top 50, added to 10,000 personal playlists," celebrates a proud Jorn
VIPER playing Iron Maiden? Yes, we have it! Here on VIPER Tuesdays; watch this exclusive, never-before-seen video
Every Tuesday, Wikimetal posts VIPER performing in Japan as part of the 'Maniacs on Tour' 92-93 tour.
Half a century of incredible albums released in 1971; listen to them all here.
Understand why 1971 is considered one of the best years in history, listening to sounds that are now half a century old! Continue Reading →
EVERYBODY, EVERYBODY!!! VIPER Tuesdays unveils the insane "Rebel Maniac" on the 'Maniacs in Japan' tour.
Every Tuesday, Wikimetal posts VIPER performing in Japan as part of the 'Maniacs on Tour' 92-93 tour.
Record label cancels contract and suspends campaign for Marilyn Manson's album due to abuse allegations.
"Due to how things have unfolded, we have decided never to work with Marilyn Manson again," the label says.
VIPER Tuesdays presents “Prelude To Oblivion” from the legendary 1993 'Maniacs in Japan' show in Tokyo; watch it
Every Tuesday, Wikimetal posts VIPER performing in Japan as part of the 'Maniacs on Tour' 92-93 tour. Continue Reading →
Exclusive video 'Does Heavy Metal Calm You Down? – The Science of Metal' shows new scientific studies and benefits of listening to metal.
"Heavy metal has been associated with depression and aggression. But recent studies tell a different story," says Beth Roars.
Jon Schaffer of Iced Earth will be extradited to Washington DC for the Capitol invasion.
Jon Schaffer was arrested for the incident, charged with six counts of rape, and placed on the FBI's most wanted list.
"Trump is a jerk. Glad to have helped get that clown fired," says Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters.
"Trump has divided the United States more than ever before." Check out Taylor Hawkins's powerful statement in full. Continue Reading →
Papa Emeritus of Ghost joins the Hellacopters for Rolling Stones classic “Sympathy For The Devil”; watch
The Hellacopters and Papa Emeritus were on a quiz show on Swedish TV, which has national reach in the country
VIPER's version of "Moonlight" with "The Spreading Soul" unites songs connected to Andre Matos; watch it.
Every Tuesday, Wikimetal posts VIPER performing in Japan as part of the 'Maniacs on Tour' 92-93 tour.
Jon Schaffer of Iced Earth is arrested for trespassing on the United States Capitol.
Jon Schaffer was arrested for the January 6th incident at the Capitol and charged with 6 violations; read more here Continue Reading →