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Top 5 Songs to Rock with Mom to on Mother's Day [LIST, VIDEOS]

Double Down — Sat, 11 May 2013 16:00:23 +0000

So if you're lucky enough to have a cool mom that loves to rock out, you should make sure she has these 5 songs on her iPod (or a cd if she's not that technically advanced yet) this Mother's Day. Nothing says love like rocking with your mom, right?

To show our appreciation for all those mothers, the one's that are still here and for the one's that are gone but not forgotten, here are the top 5 songs that rock for Mother's Day

The Top Rock and Metal Albums You Need to be Listening to this Spring

Double Down — Sat, 04 May 2013 23:57:25 +0000

While we spend the majority of our time on the Slaughterhouse enjoying the hard rock and heavy metal music we grew up with, there is always room for new music in our lives as well. There are some great new albums out, some by older artists, some by more modern groups but all of them should have your auditory attention because they are all amazing in their own unique way

Remembering Jeff Hanneman – Top 10 Slayer Songs [PLAYLIST]

Double Down — Sat, 04 May 2013 14:00:15 +0000

When the news broke yesterday of the tragic death of Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman at the young age of 49, my heart truly sank. I’ve been a fan of the band since high school and it’s another sad turn for an iconic band who helped shape the foundation of the metal thrash world. The band [...]

Top 10 Best Ace Frehley Songs [PLAYLIST]

Double Down — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:33:38 +0000

This past weekend, April 27th, The "Space Ace" guitarist Ace Frehley turned 62 years young. Ace who was best known as the lead guitarist of Kiss from their inception in 1973 until 1982, also embarked on a very successful solo career as well.

Frehley's guitar work was an integra

10 Best Soundgarden Songs [SPONSORED]

Double Down — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:00:25 +0000

Although Soundgarden started way back in 1984, the band gained its most notoriety and commercial success during the grunge era in the 1990′s. The band from Seattle became a staple of that grunge sound, combining grizzly guitar riffs with the distinct and soulful sounds of lead singer Chris Cornell. Although they did split for a [...]

The Top 10 Bands NOT In The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame But Should Be [VIDEOS]

Double Down — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 22:00:20 +0000

'Tis the season for me to go on my yearly rant about the travesty that is otherwise known as Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and how there are a laundry list of great bands we grew up listening to that somehow haven't yet made it into the Hall.

5 Fun Facts About Soundgarden [SPONSORED]

Double Down — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:15:11 +0000

Soundgarden is back and better than ever with their latest release King Animal. This is the Soundgarden's first album in 16 years. The band is currently out on tour in support of their new album. They'll be making a stop in New Jersey on Friday

Top 20 Rush Songs [PLAYLIST]

Double Down — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:00:05 +0000

It took nearly 40 years and 20 albums but the Canadian trio, known as Rush have finally received the recognition they deserved with an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. To celebrate the band’s HOF induction, we’re creating a playlist with a playlist of the Top 20 Rush songs. With 20 albums [...]

Watch Rush Perform on Stage with the Foo Fighters During the 2013 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Double Down — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 19:29:44 +0000

It was long overdue but Rush were finally inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Thursday night, April 18th in Los Angeles. Rush were inducted by Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl. Prior to their induction, Rush were paid homage by the ultimate quasi-tribute band, the Foo Fighters, who performed Rush’s song [...]

What Do You Think of Black Sabbath's New Single 'God is Dead?' [POLL]

Double Down — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 16:30:41 +0000

The wait is finally over! We finally have a full single to listen to from Black Sabbath’s new album ’13.’ The new single is entitled ‘God is Dead?’ and is now available for download from iTunes and Amazon. There has been plenty of hype surrounding Black Sabbath’s first album with Ozzy Osbourne on vocals in [...]

The Sports World Reacts to the Boston Marathon Bombings with Touching Tributes

Double Down — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:48:11 +0000

Sports fans are passionate about their teams and they don’t get much more passionate than sports fans in Boston. Regardless of who you root for, the bond of sports brings everyone together in times of tragedy, especially yesterday in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing. The sports world has had an outpouring of support [...]

Black Sabbath's New Album '13′ – A First Impression Review

Double Down — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 00:51:36 +0000

I f you’re a Black Sabbath fan that has been waiting close to 35 years for a new album with Ozzy Osbourne on vocals, it’s a god bet that you’re chomping at the bit to know what the new album ’13′ will sound like. Well we are fortunate enough that one of Townsquare Media’s national [...]

Black Sabbath Offers a Glimpse at New Album '13′

Double Down — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 20:00:58 +0000

Metalheads can stop talking an start listening as Black Sabbath has an released the artwork and a quick audio clip from their brand new album ’13.’ The album ’13′ is due out June 11th but now fans know what the album artwork will look like with the number 13 in flames against a black backdrop. [...]

9 Baseball Movies to Get Your Ready for MLB Opening Day

Double Down — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 14:07:10 +0000

The grass is just a little bit greener, the smell of the hot dogs and pretzels smell just a little bit tastier and despite what the thermometer outside may say, it always seems just a bit warmer. Welcome to Major League Baseball’s opening day for the 2013 season. America’s favorite pastime starts up again today [...]

A Headbangers Guide to St. Patrick's Day [PLAYLIST]

Double Down — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 02:50:18 +0000

St. Patrick’s Day is a great holiday where even if you aren’t Irish, you can be for the day. You can enjoy the corned beef and cabbage, drink and be merry with the best of them. This is no exception for the hard rocking headbangers. While the bagpipes accordions, fiddles and whistles may not be [...]

Anthax Unveil Latest Cover of Boston's 'Smokin' off 'Anthems EP

Double Down — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 02:42:36 +0000

Slowly but surely, Anthrax are releasing all of the covers off their ‘Anthems‘ EP covers. On one of our sister sites, Ultimate Classic Rock is now premiering the band’s latest release, their version of the Boston classic, ‘Smokin’.’ Drummer Charlie Benante had this to say about their selection of the Boston song, “One of [...]

A Great Lookback at Heavy Metal Concerts in the 1980′s [ NSFW VIDEO]

Double Down — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 00:31:21 +0000

Remember what is was like to go to a rock or heavy metal concert in the 1980′s? It was quite the event. Getting there hours early, tailgating, hanging out with friends and partying and getting pumped up to watch your favorite bands, from Judas Priest, to Iron Maiden, Kiss, Dio, Motley Crue, Metallica, and the [...]

Adorable Kids Rock Out and Lip Sync to Korn in Their Car Seats [VIDEO]

Double Down — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:41:17 +0000

This video is adorable and cool all wrapped up in to one. If you’re going to raise your kids to listen to awesome music, you have to start them young and these parents should be mighty proud because they’re definitely doing it right. Check out these two young kids lip synching and rocking along to [...]

Rob Zombie Unleashes Brand New Single 'Dead City Radio and the New Gods of Super Town'

Double Down — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 02:00:59 +0000

In between making movies, creating horror comics and being a heavy metal mogul, Rob Zombie still finds the time to make incredible new music for us. The Master of Horror and Mayhem has just released a new single entitled ‘Dead City Radio and the New Gods of Super Town.’ Zombie recently teased fans by [...]

Anthrax Covers AC/DC's 'T.N.T.' on New EP 'Anthems'

Double Down — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 00:51:56 +0000

When AC/DC originally announced last year that they were going to do an entire album full of covers of their favorite songs, no one was quite sure what songs or bands they were going to pay homage to. The wait is over because we know now exactly what songs hey'll be covering and what the first song released from the new album entitled 'Anthems' will be.