Big Four jam pro-shot footage

Professionally filmed video footage of the July 2 “Big Four” jam at Veltins Arena in Gelsenkirchen, Germany can be viewed above.

Towards the end of Metallica‘s set, Members of Anthrax and Megadeth joined Metallica on stage for a cover of Diamond Head‘s ‘Helpless’. Slayer weren’t available to take part because Dave was having another tattoo, Kerry was having a wank the band had to travel for their concert on the following night.

[insert prefunctory rant about The Big Four]

Slipknot’s Paul honored at UK Sonisphere

The late bassist of Slipknot, Paul Grey, was honored at today’s Sonisphere festival in Knebworth, UK. A two minute silence was held by the festival at 2pm in honor of Paul, who was known as ‘number 2’ in Slipknot.

In case you’re wondering what two minutes of silence looks like, a video of the two minute silence can be viewed above courtesy of RockAAA. Paul’s bass and red costume and mask were placed at the center stage as other members of the band and their crew stood nearby watching the proceedings.

R.I.P. Michael “Würzel” Burston

According to a posting by Tim Butcher on his personal Facebook page, Motörhead frontman Lemmy’s longtime bass tech and former Motörhead guitarist Michael “Würzel” Burston sadly passed away yesterday (Saturday, July 9) at 61 years of age.

There isn’t much else to add, other than condolences to his former bandmates, friends, family and fans around the world. R.I.P.

The greatest band alcohol ever ruined?

Heavy Metal group Nevermore have been referred to as “the greatest band alcohol ever ruined” by vocalist Warrel Dane, in a recent interview for ProgPower USA XII. Yes, even better than the 4 million other Metal bands to be ruined by alcohol (or drugs).

Dane comments that the band are far from over, though, and that there will definitely be a new album at some point. You can view the interview over at Blabbermouth.

The most awkward interview ever

You know, when news was out that Megadeth’s new album is called 13, this interview was shown on many sources because Dave explains the meaning of 13 to him (13th album, he was 13 when he started playing guitar, that sort of thing).

But watch the whole thing and see how cringe-worthy it is. Every question is asked in a very awkward way and Dave answers it even more awkwardly. It’s such a mess.

I don’t know if Dave simply didn’t like the questions or just misunderstood some words because of the guy’s thick Scottish accent, but man oh man, it was hard to watch. The questions weren’t stellar, either. It’s like all the perfect ingredients came together to create the ultimate embarrassing interview.

Credit goes to RockAAA.com, although I wouldn’t brag about being behind that video if I were them.