From the Archives

Making the “sacred statement” that is Sacrament almost destroyed the band members. But you know what they say: What doesn’t kill you…

Avenged Sevenfold’s dark prince gains an audience with Metallica’s menacing monarchs

Anthrax’s beloved rhythm guitarist pays a visit to Kiss’ legendary demon

From First to Last’s teenage frontman seeks wisdom from Korn’s maniacal mouthpiece

Psychotic episodes, money troubles, working at Dunkin Donuts—can it get any worse for ATR? Even if it does, they vow they’ll only grow stronger.

The hype, the fros, and the retro riffs had purists scoffing. But the fact remains that these Australian stoner-rock phenoms have everyone living la vida lobo.

Overdoses, stabbings, and "Blood Runs"

An all-access oral account featuring Slayer's Kerry King, Metallica's Kirk Hammett, Anthrax's Scott Ian, and many more

By Dan Epstein

With the release of their major-label debut, metal’s reigning regular dudes prepare for an extraordinary future

Whether United Abominations is their final album or not even frontman Dave Mustaine can’t say. But if it is, he knows he’s going out at the top of his game.