Graham Hartmann is a 35-year-old content creator with a taste for punk, metal and the touch of a keyboard. He is the current Senior Writer and interviewer for Loudwire, producer of each YouTube Loud List and is the creator and host of our 'Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction?' series. Graham has been active in the music and entertainment industries since high school, having worked for Metal Injection, Earache Records, The End Records, The Opie and Anthony Show and the Le Scandal Burlesque Show as a musician and stage manager. https://twitter.com/grahamwire // www.facebook.com/grahamphartmann
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David Draiman of Disturbed + Device Contributes to New Megadeth Album ‘Super Collider’
Excited about the upcoming Megadeth album 'Super Collider'? Of course you are! But we've got some news that may make the wait even more difficult … according to Disturbed / Device singer David Draiman, and confirmed by Megadeth's Dave Mustaine, Draiman has lent his songwriting skills to "a few songs" on 'Super Collider.'
The Dillinger Escape Plan Unleash Album Preview for ‘One of Us Is the Killer’
Extreme metal innovators the Dillinger Escape Plan have posted a new six-and-a-half teaser for the band's upcoming album, 'One of Us is the Killer,' and holy hell it's good. The band's 2013 album is one of the year's most anticipated metal releases, and Dillinger fans have been waiting to sink their teeth into something new since 'Option Paralysis' took off in 2010. How awesome is the trailer? Let
Filter Frontman Says Wife Was Harassed + Nearly Run Off Road by ‘God Proclaiming Gun Nuts’
During an interview with Filter frontman Richard Patrick about the band's upcoming album 'The Sun Comes Out Tonight,' the musician shared an unnerving story about his wife. As Patrick's wife was driving her Prius, which sports a 'Ban Assault Weapons' bumper sticker, the singer says a car full of "God-proclaiming gun nuts" began to throw trash at her car, almost running her off the road.
Anthrax Perform AC/DC’s ‘T.N.T.’ Live With Metallica Guitarist Kirk Hammett
Legendary thrashers Anthrax have been busting out some mind-blowing surprises lately. On Wednesday night (March 27), Anthrax brought both legendary guitarist Slash and iconic Public Enemy rapper Chuck D onstage on Los Angeles. Now comes news that last night in San Francisco, Anthrax were joined by Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett for an explosive live performance of AC/DC's 'T.N.T.'
Opeth Guitarist Fredrik Akesson Promises Next Album ‘Will Be Different’ From ‘Heritage’
When Swedish progressive metal giants Opeth released 'Heritage' in 2011, the band received a surprisingly mixed reaction from fans. Opeth separated themselves from their death metal-infused past with 'Heritage,' with frontman Mikael Akerfeldt ditching his iconic guttural in favor of clean singing, while the rest of Opeth experimented with low distortion levels and '80s prog elements.
Sabian Cymbals Founder Robert Zildjian Dies of Cancer at 89
Percussion icon and founder of Sabian Cymbals, Robert Zildjian, has died at the age of 89. The Boston born businessman succumbed after a battle with cancer on March 28, and is survived by his wife, three children and eight grandchildren.
‘Slipknot for Saturday Night Live’ Petition Gains Support From Corey Taylor + Shawn Crahan
In 2011, a Facebook page was launched petitioning 'Saturday Night Live' to bring in Slipknot as a musical guest. It's hard to believe that the metal phenoms have never graced the 'SNL' stage, as they've brought the hate to 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' in the past, along with multiple appearances on 'Conan' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'
Phil Anselmo on Relationship With Vinnie Paul: ‘It’s Time for Some Peace’
For years, Pantera fans have been praying for vocalist Phil Anselmo and drummer Vinnie Paul to make peace. As members of such a legendary band, both Anselmo and Vinnie Paul are constantly being asked about their relationship with one another, along with the possibility of some sort of Pantera reunion. Although there may not be much progress with either one, Phil Anselmo recently revealed that he's
Ministry To Release Final Album ‘From Beer to Eternity’ in September
The death of Ministry guitarist Mike Scaccia hit the metal community like a brick to the face last year, as Scaccia succumbed from heart failure after collapsing onstage while performing with his other band, Rigor Mortis. Although the news was tragic for his fans, it was infinitely more heartbreaking for Ministry frontman Al Jourgensen, who has just announced that due to his best friend's death, M
Baroness Guitarist Pete Adams Offers Own Recollection of Gruesome 2012 Bus Crash
It's been well over six months since Georgia rockers Baroness suffered through a devastating bus crash while on tour in England. The band has been nursing their wounds ever since, focused on the goal of getting back on the road and finally performing a mass of songs from their latest album, 'Yellow & Green.'