Music News: Five Finger Death Punch, Jason Newsted, Ann Wilson, and The Beatles!
ugh Better Noise Music. The band’s guitarist, Zoltan Bathory, described the album as a reflection of the band’s journey over the past twenty years, highlighting the lessons learned, victories achieved, and struggles faced along the way. Frontman Ivan Moody emphasized that the album is not about dwelling on the past but looking forward to what the future holds. The first single from the album, “Eye of the Storm,” was released last month and has already made its way into the top five at rock radio. A new track called “De Oppresso Liber” is also now available.
In celebration of this milestone, Five Finger Death Punch will be embarking on the first leg of its 20th Anniversary World Tour across North America this summer, accompanied by special guests Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire. Following this, the band is set to travel to the UK and European arenas in early 2027, sharing the stage with Lamb of God and Bleed From Within.
On a different note, former METALLICA bassist Jason Newsted has been working on his memoir for about five years. In a recent interview with Spin magazine, Newsted shared that he has already written 130 chapters, varying in length from one to five pages. He mentioned that the memoir delves into more internal aspects of his life, accompanied by photos and a fun vibe that unfolds the story one page at a time. While Newsted has other projects lined up, he expressed the need to finalize his memoir before anything else.
Exciting news for Beatles fans as the “holy grail” of Beatles footage has surfaced – their inaugural appearance on the British TV show “Top of the Pops” back in 1964. This discovery marks a significant moment for music historians and Beatles enthusiasts alike, providing a rare glimpse into the band’s early career.
In another musical venture, Ann Wilson from Heart recently released a new single titled “I Will Not Be Coming Back,” which has garnered positive feedback from listeners. Her upcoming album, “Consecrated Ground,” is scheduled for release on August 14th, promising more soulful and captivating music from the talented artist.
With these new music releases and exciting developments in the rock music scene, fans have a lot to look forward to in the coming months. Five Finger Death Punch’s upcoming album and tour, Jason Newsted’s memoir, the unforgettable Beatles footage, and Ann Wilson’s latest musical endeavors are just a few highlights of the vibrant world of rock music.