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The ‘Hammer Verdict - Part 3

Friday, December 26th, 2008

Come and check out what the Metal Hammer staff are looking forward to in 2009. (more…)

The Hammer Verdict - Part 2

Thursday, December 25th, 2008

Come and check out what the Metal Hammer staff thought was the best song of 2008, the most disappointing album of 2008 and who was the hero of 2008. (more…)

The ‘Hammer Verdict - Part 1

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008

Come and check out what the Metal Hammer staff thought was the best gig of 2008, most surprisingly good album of 2008 and worst news of 2008. (more…)

Hot 100: Killswitch Engage

Tuesday, December 16th, 2008

We tell you all the essential details of what your favourite bands are up to in 2009 in the Hot 100. Today’s edition lets you know what you can expect from one of 2009’s biggest releases from Killswitch Engage. (more…)

Hot 100: Alexisonfire

Friday, December 12th, 2008

We tell you all the essential details of what your favourite bands are up to in 2009 in the Hot 100. Today’s edition lets you know what you can expect from post-hardcore melody makers, Alexisonfire. (more…)

Metal Hammer Critics’ Top 50 Albums 2008: 30-28

Wednesday, December 10th, 2008

Come on in to check out number’s 30 to 28 from this year’s Metal Hammer Critic’s Poll. (more…)

Morello: No to Rage Reunion

Tuesday, December 9th, 2008

Billboard is reporting that despite heavy rumours of a new Rage Against The Machine album, the band has no plans for one at this time.

“”There are no plans for that,” the legendary guitarist told Billboard. “We’ve had a wonderful year and a half of playing shows, and I don’t see any reason to not play more shows. The thing is there’s only so many hours in the musical day, and mine are very occupied right now.”

Slash And Fergie: The Sequel

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

As regular visitors to the ‘Hammer site will already know, Slash and Fergie are old performing buddies but it seems that this is just the beginning for the odd couple as Fergie (Fergie Ferg, Fergmaster Flash, The Dutchess, whatever) is said to be recording vocals for Slash’s upcoming solo album. All together now: WTF!? (more…)

Spanish Inquisition: Cancer Bats

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Cancer Bats are this month’s victims of the Spanish Inquisition. Come in to hear them chat about their views on having sex with pandas, Canada being America’s hat and group showering with the Backstreet Boys. (more…)

Opeth Post New Video Online

Monday, November 17th, 2008

Opeth have posted the latest video to come from their latest album, ‘Watershed’. (more…)