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Zakk Wylde Brings Metal To The Children With New Book [VIDEO]

Puff — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:55:41 +0000

In the world of rock and roll, Zakk Wylde is a man among boys. He is one of the most accomplished musicians in the rock world. He's been Ozzy's guitarist. He was Dimebag's best friend. He started one of the most bad ass bands on the planet, Black Label Society. Now he has another accomplishment to add to his already impressive resume..children's book author!?! Well...sort of.

Twisted Sister's Dee Snider Roasted by Zakk Wylde, Scott Ian, Lita Ford + More

Chad Childers — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 16:04:11 +0000

Twisted Sister's Dee Snider was subject to a little skewering Thursday night (Jan. 24), but it was all for a good cause as the Revolver / Guitar World Rock & Roll Roast raised funds for the MusiCares organization.

Zakk Wylde Recording Hurricane Sandy Benefit Song With Members of Sevendust + Candlebox

Chad Childers — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 18:00:59 +0000

Several members of the hard rock community are mobilizing to help those in need by recording a benefit track to raise funds for those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The collective, which consists of Black Label Society's Zakk Wylde and JD Deservio, Sevendust's Morgan Rose, Candlebox's Kevin Martin and New York outfit the Infinite Staircase, will record the as-yet-untitled song with plans to release it as an iTunes exclusive on Jan. 8.

Top Christmas Gifts For The Rock Fan On Your List

Puff — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 17:25:13 +0000

Let's face it, Christmas sucks. From the horrible, gun shot inducing music to the family gatherings where Grandpa annually craps his pants to the havoc of trying to find the perfect for everyone on your list, Christmas is just a flat out miserable time of year. At least this year there are some cool gifts [...]

Learn To Play Guitar From Black Label Society Frontman Zakk Wylde

Puff — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 14:43:52 +0000

When it comes to guitar players in the hard rock/heavy metal universe, Zakk Wylde is certainly one of the best. And if you're looking to start playing guitar or just learn how to rip it up like a madman, why not learn how directly from the master himself?

Phil Anselmo Open to Pantera Tour Featuring Zakk Wylde Filling in for Late Dimebag Darrell

Spencer Kaufman — Sat, 29 Sep 2012 15:00:36 +0000

Throughout the past year, the surviving members of Pantera have commented on the possibility of Zakk Wylde filling in for the late Dimebag Darrell if the band were ever to reunite. While it's all been speculation thus far, singer Phil Anselmo now reveals that he recently discussed the topic with Wylde himself.

Marshall Amps Celebrate '50 Years of Loud' With An Awesome Concert

Puff — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:20:33 +0000

For 50 years, Marshall Amps have been used by many legendary rock and roll guitar players. Everyone from Zakk Wylde to Jimi Hendrix to Kerry King have cranked their Marshall Amps up 11 to make some of the most iconic riffs in rock music.

So, Saturday night, members of Iron Maiden, Slipknot and a host of other stars turned out to celebrate the 50th birthday of Marshall Amps and it was one hell of a show to say the least.

Zakk Wylde Gives Couple His Blessing as Radio DJ Proposes to Girlfriend On the Air

Graham "Gruhamed" Hartmann — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 03:00:15 +0000

During a radio interview with Black Label Society frontman Zakk Wylde, Missoula, Montana disc-jockey KC proposed to his pregnant girlfriend. With Wylde giving KC his blessing, the 96.3 The Blaze DJ popped the question with a special Black Label Society silver ring.

Zakk Wylde Weighs In on New Signature Guitar

Mary Ouellette — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:55:12 +0000

If you want to shred like Zakk Wylde, well, keep practicing! However, if you want to look like Zakk Wylde while you play guitar, now you can. Gibson recently revealed their Zakk Wylde Les Paul Custom Vertigo. In anticipation of the new guitar, Wylde talked to Guitar World about the origin of the design. “When [...]

Zakk Wylde Survives Guitar World Roast

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:42:16 +0000

Zakk Wylde was roasted last night (Jan. 20) at the first-ever Guitar World Roast and guess what? He survived, if a little singed. But was there ever any doubt that the guitarist would take it like a man? He was subjected to barbs and punishment for two hours in Anaheim, Calif., as a variety of musicians, metalheads and comedians took shots at him. He may have been burnt to a crisp, but he still managed to hurl his own jokes at those who roasted him.

Oddest Couple of 2011: Shatner & Wylde Tag Teaming Black Sabbath [Audio]

Puff — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 15:18:39 +0000

2011 has been the year of odd pairings. Many weird, strange, and downright disturbing musical marriages took place this year. The odd couple that pops into most peoples head is Metallica and Lou Reed. However, there was on pairing even stranger tha

Vinnie Paul Shuts Down Pantera Reunion Rumors

gonzo — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 16:55:45 +0000

According to the Rock News Desk, former Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul has made his strongest statement yet to shout down rumours of a band reunion without his brother Dimebag, who was shot dead on stage in 2004.

Paul says: “It’s ridiculous – Dime wa