3/5/2010 Classic Rock Magazine Muse Over Ratt, Airbourne in New Release Round-Up

Writes the site, "A little early, but mention must be made of the new Ratt album Infestation (Roadrunner/Loud & Proud). It’s not out until April 19, but the wait is worth it. This is the band’s best album since 1986’s Dancing Undercover, full of those classic Warren DeMartini guitar motifs and thumping songs. Always undervalued, the Ratt pack have shown they’re still lean, mean, hungry and ready to burst once more out of the cellar (ouch!)."

Also on their radar is Airbourne's forthcoming album, of which the site jests, "Do we need Airbourne when we’ve got AC/DC? There’s the big question being pondered in the philosophy departments of the great seats of learning: Oxford, Cambridge, The Crobar. Actually, that’s a touch harsh on these outback riders, because No Guts. No Glory. (Roadrunner) is diverting, entertaining and stuffed with the sort of dumbo drinking anthems that the Aussies in general do better than anyone else. So go on, indulge yourself and remember: if AC/DC never existed, then Airbourne would be the acknowledged masters.

3/4/2010 Slipknot Drummer Joins Forces With Rob Zombie For Summer Tour

Slipknot drummer Joey Jordison will spend the spring and summer of 2010 pounding the skins for new labelmate Rob Zombie, who is embarking on a very busy touring schedule.

Zombie said, “Joey is an absolutely crushing drummer and I am thrilled to have him as part of the Zombie family. His amazing skills promise to take the live show to a whole new level of insanity.” Jordison also commented, saying, “I am honored, proud and excited to announce that I have joined the ranks as the new touring drummer for Rob Zombie. I’ve been a fan of Zombie’s since the beginning. I’ve toured with them and have always wanted to play for them. When John 5 called me up to ask if I knew any drummers I could recommend, I said, only half-jokingly, ‘Yeah, me!”

Jordison is universally recognized as not only one of the best drummers in hard rock, but as one of the most talented skinsmen in music, period. He will be sitting behind the kit for several appearances and tours throughout the year, namely the “Gruesome Twosome” tour, which features Zombie along with his longtime pal, Alice Cooper, which begins April 26 in Canada and runs through May 5 in Wyoming. Following that historic tour, Jordison will tour alongside Zombie as part of the 2010 Rock Star Energy Drink Mayhem Festival, which Zombie is co-headlining with Korn. That tour kicks off July 10 in Southern California and runs through August 14 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

“This show and set-list is mind blowing, and what better way to kick off than with the ‘Gruesome Twosome’ tour with horror-rock legend Alice Cooper,” Jordison said. “I want to thank all the Slipknot fans for their support and the Rob Zombie fans for welcoming me in. The Demonoid Phenomenon is on its way!”

Jordison will make his debut with Zombie at the 2010 Revolver Golden Gods Awards, held on April 8, at Club Nokia in Los Angeles. Zombie will be closing out the evening’s awards ceremony with what is sure to be a “must see” performance.

3/4/2010 Heavy MTL Canada To Feature Megadeth, Rob Zombie

Having just announced their killer line-up, massive Canadian rock festival Heavy MTL is already underway with their pre-sale of this July 24 - 25 event.

Go RIGHT HERE to get your tickets to see Megadeth and Rob Zombie share the stage along with Testament, Anvil, Alice Cooper, Korn, Lamb of God, Mastodon, Fear Factory, High on Fire, Katakylsm, Five Finger Death Punch, Hatebreed, Shadows Fall, 3 Inches of Blood and more TBA.

3/1/2010 Ratt Return To The Sunset Strip For Their Record Release

LA rock legends Ratt are returning to the Sunset Strip in honor of their new album Infestation for a very special event on Tuesday, April 20th!

To purchase tickets and VIP packages -- including a chance to meet the band and get a copy of the new album -- go RIGHT HERE! 

Not in the LA area? Then get ready for the upcoming album by listening to the smash single "Best of Me" now: