Win a Jackson 7-String Soloist in Celebration of Allegaeon’s December Tour

In celebration of Allegaeon’s upcoming December tour with Job for a Cowboy, Cephalic Carnage, I Declare War and Legion, the band is giving away a new 7-string Jackson Soloist SLATXMGQ3-7 guitar.

To enter, just fill out this form over at Guitar World by Dec. 19.

For more information, visit Allegaeon’s official Facebook page.

David Ellefson and Chris Broderick Interviewed on Shanda’s Golden Ticket

While in Reno, Nev., for an appearance at Bizarre Guitars, Megadeth’s Chris Broderick and David Ellefson appeared on Shanda’s Golden Ticket to talk about their careers, the band and future projects.

Watch the episode below and visit Megadeth’s official website for more information.

 

Hatebreed Drops Lyric Video for ‘Put It to the Torch’

With The Divinity of Purpose scheduled to come out on Jan. 29, 2013, Connecticut hardcore veterans Hatebreed recently released a lyric video to the album’s opening track, “Put It to the Torch.”

“Torch” blazes through just two minutes and 12 seconds with fiery guitars and charging lyrics.  Continue reading

Joe Duplantier Dissects His Custom Guitar

In the video below, Gojira frontman Joe Duplantier dissected the custom black Jackson axe that is his main guitar.

Check out what the French metaller likes about his weapon of choice and visit Gojira’s official website for more information.

Dave Sharman Releases Trailer for New Album

Longtime Jackson artist Dave Sharman has released a new two-minute trailer for his latest album, Evolution Machine, the first studio album from the British guitarist and composer in years.

Watch the trailer below and check out Sharman’s official website for more information.


 

Celebrate Randy Rhoads’ Birthday at Family Winery

Guitar legend Randy Rhoads’ birthday is Dec. 6, and his family is celebrating it with a weekend event at Kathryn Rhoads D’Argenzio and her husband Richard D’Argenzio’s wine-tasting room in Burbank, Calif.

Beginning on Rhoads’ birthday and ending on Saturday, Dec. 8, the room will be open from 3-9 p.m. daily, and fans and friends will have a chance to meet the Rhoads family, taste the wine and view rare memorabilia.  Continue reading