2023-08-08 06:20
Singer, songwriter and guitar player. Pizza maker, boobie painter, funny guy with a sense of humor that would light up a room.
This is the story of Tim Mrak.
A collection of Tim&rsq&hell…Read More
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2022-12-13 22:30
On December11, 2022, a woman leaves the Ja Rule and Ashanti concert as it comes to an end in Cedar Park, Texas. As she makes her way through the sea of concert goers, she sees her car and re… Read More
2020-03-30 09:14
I was sixteen years old. Everyone who was anyone was just starting out. Bands like Metallica, Exodus, Megadeth, Anthrax, Sepultura, Testament and Suicidal Tendencies, just to name a few. The… Read More
2020-03-25 09:28
By Tim Mrak
I am solid Gen X Cold War Baby.I am last of the free range kids.I am moon landing, Watergate and Dad in VietnamI am ‘Led Zeppelin’ blowing through your 6 x 9&rsquo&hell…Read More
2020-03-18 05:11
Austin School of Music presents “Rock Camp” –The A.S.M. “Rock Camp” provides a fun and memorable experience for your children ages 8-17. The kids get to nam… Read More
2020-01-06 20:59
The curtains have been drawn and the band has left the stage. It is official. As of November 30, 2019, Slayer has retired.
Slayer fans worldwide gathered together one last time in the City o… Read More
2019-12-13 07:12
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I am an old guitar hanging on the wall of a south side pawn shop.. out of tune and dusty, with scratchy pots and a warped neck, not plugged in for years… I got a 60 hz hum… Read More
2019-01-18 15:37
“Who was Cliff Burton?”
Thirty one years ago, the world lost one of the greatest
bass players in the history of rock and roll. Metallica had been traveling
through Stockholm… Read More
2018-10-10 09:34
When it comes to getting tattoos in Austin, Texas there is one well known artist’s name that stands a cut above. That name is Jon Zig.
Originally from Austin, Texas, Zig was encourag… Read More
2018-07-30 21:33
Much to the dismay of all metalheads worldwide, the iconic metal band, SLAYER, recently announced that their current tour would unfortunately be their last. After hearing the news, a very s… Read More
2018-07-09 22:34
Originally from Connecticut, Bobby Sharron, has only one regret… That he didn’t start sooner!
As an avid listener of the JOE ROGAN EXPERIENCE, and THE CHURCH OF WHAT’S HA… Read More
2018-07-06 01:52
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2018-06-26 00:47
Once again, tragedy has hit home in the metal world. Vincent Paul Abbott has passed away at 54 years old, due to a massive heart attack.
Better known to his adoring fans as Vinny Paul, the l… Read More
2018-03-05 19:58
Metal heads around the world are saddened by the news that Tom, Kerry, Gary and Paul are hanging up their guitar cables and drumsticks and calling it quits. After thirty-plus years of thrash… Read More
2018-02-28 10:15
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2017-12-27 07:19
AUSTIN, TEXAS-
Known as the ‘Live Music Capital of the World’, Austin, Texas has produced some of the very best musicians in the business and ‘Dangerous Toys’ guitari… Read More
2017-10-19 22:08
SAN MARCOS, TEXAS – Behind every successful online journalism newsroom, there lies a great editor. The Marshall Project is a nonprofit organization focusing on criminal justice issues… Read More
2017-10-12 00:17
Slayer is playing Manila for the very first time ever tonight! HOWEVER, for all you loyal, die hard moshpit fans, we have some bad news!
According to recent news reports, the venue has… Read More
2017-10-02 22:18
KISS has rocked the world for over 4 decades and have fans of all ages! “The Hottest Band in The World” just recently finished up their world tour in Louisiana and ther… Read More
2017-09-05 03:42
A Washington D.C. based watchdog group, The Common Cause, is questioning why Kid Rock is selling “Kid Rock for Senate” shirts and not adhering to the “rules&rdqu&hell…Read More
2017-08-17 05:24
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2017-08-15 01:38
When people think of the “old school” rock and roll bands, several probably come to mind including Moxy, Deep Purple and perhaps even Jethro Tull, among others. One that definite… Read More
2017-08-14 22:23
Everyone’s favorite heavy metal band, Slayer was on the road again and touring North America, with Lamb Of God and Behemoth. The trio recently played a sold out show in… Read More
2017-05-18 22:14
Hearts are heavy in the world of rock and roll, as one of the most beloved grunge singers, Christopher John Boyle, better known as, Chris Cornell was pronounced dead today, May 17, 2017. &nb&hell…Read More
2017-03-19 02:59
Today, the music world mourns the loss of one of rock & roll’s most defining and beloved artists, Mr. Chuck Berry.
‘Charles Edward Anderson Berry Jr.’… Read More
2017-01-24 00:21
If there is one thing that can be said about the thrash metal band, SLAYER, it would definitely have to be that they have the most loyal fan base on the planet! Their fans live and breathe … Read More
2017-01-23 23:16
If there is one thing that can be said about the thrash metal band, SLAYER, it would definitely have to be that they have the most loyal fan base on the planet! Their fans live and breathe … Read More
2016-12-25 16:13
Who is Troy Dillinger? Aside from being the bass player for the BAND FROM HELL, he is: AKA- Host of ‘AUSTIN VARIETY SHOW’, AKA- Formerly of the band ‘DEL DRAGON… Read More
2016-12-13 11:35
Take Our PollChoose your favorite band AND play songs by the artist while you decide! Rock On!!!!
https://elizabethstoneblogs.files.wordpress.com/2016/12/mandatory-suicide-slayer2… Read More
2016-11-08 14:21
SLAYER wraps up their North American Tour and heads home, but it is not without sorrow that their fans bid them farewell, until the next time. As always, they put on a hell of a great show p… Read More
2016-09-26 09:47
College radio is one of the most appreciated aspects of campus life by many students. Having an on-campus radio station on campus provides the students with a personalized gateway for local… Read More
2016-09-26 09:04
If you were not able to make it down to the Texas Mist on Saturday night, then you missed one really great show indeed! Patrons fervently enjoyed welcoming home one of Austin&rsq&hell…Read More
2016-09-19 23:33
There is nothing like seeing one of your favorite guitarists, on a small stage in the middle of the street, in downtown Austin, Texas with 40 of your closest, unknown friends that can make y… Read More
2016-08-31 00:30
If there is one show in this century that is a definite “Must See”, this would be the one! When it comes to theatrical stage shows, Alice Cooper is the King still reigning suprem… Read More
2016-07-29 18:23
Hey Rockers!! Check out ‘DEAD ED’ Art with the link provided in the sidebar ! Great guy .. GREAT ARTWORK!
From Midland, Texas comes a rider on a pale horse! Well, .. m… Read More
2016-07-16 00:42
‘THE BEST DAMN COLLEGE RADIO SHOW…. EVER!!’
Hey Kiddies! Start your Friday night off RIGHT !
Join The Boogeyman @ Wiseguy on Friday Night from 5-9 pm EST., for some… Read More
2016-07-15 23:45
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2016-06-07 00:57
In the early 1980’s, hair metal music exploded onto the scene. One of the most notable bands from this era was the band named RATT, featuring the well recognized vocal range of&nb&hell…Read More
2016-05-20 13:41
Being a female in the music business used to be quite the challenge! Although there are several bands today with females, this was not always the case! In the l… Read More
2016-05-05 02:46
If there is one thing that can be said about SLAYER fans, it is that they are loyal to their cause! Fans around the globe have always shown their ultimate love for these long haired metalhe… Read More
2016-04-23 22:35
Once again, tragedy strikes the music world. The beloved artist who will forever be known as PRINCE, said farewell not just to his fans but also, to the world.
On Thursday morning, April 21… Read More
2016-03-25 09:39
As Friday approaches, it marks the end of the first work week after Spring Break. So too, Austin traffic returned to it’s regularly scheduled programming, but not without leaving behin… Read More
2016-03-14 06:31
Being a true metal head, takes great dedication! Lot of shows, lots of profuse sweating, an occasional bruise and plenty of whiplash! So what is the payoff? The experience of hearing l… Read More
2016-03-01 15:49
Hey guys! This week, I’m reviewing the CD debut “Straight for the Sun” by Houston boys, Spacebear! First – a little bit of history. I have been friends with bas… Read More
2016-03-01 15:49
Hey guys! This week, I’m reviewing the debut album Straight for the Sun by Houston boys, Spacebear!
Little bit of history first…I’ve known the bass player, Jamie Ferrini… Read More
2016-02-25 01:35
Hey Austin, Texas! Where were you Saturday night? Well, if you weren’t at the Dirty Dog, you missed an amazing night of live music! For those of you who have never seen Dangerous… Read More
2016-02-25 01:35
Hey Austin, Texas! Where were you Saturday night? Well, if you weren’t at the Dirty Dog, you missed an amazing night of live music! For those of you who have never seen Dangerous… Read More
2016-02-25 01:35
Hey Austin, Texas! Where were you Saturday night? Well, if you weren’t at the Dirty Dog, you missed an amazing night of live music! For those of you who have never seen Dangerous… Read More
2016-02-23 19:16
Let music fans know exactly what your local scene has to offer! We are proud to feature writer Sharla C., as she joins the Stone Music Connection !!
The most important aspect of a bands rep… Read More
2016-02-19 01:21
Welcome Metalheads, one and all! Fasten your seatbelts cuz we have a whole bunch show coming up all over Texas !! Don’t wait until the last minute! Get your tickets TODAY!! Click on th… Read More
2016-02-19 01:21
Welcome Metalheads, one and all! Fasten your seatbelts cuz we have a whole bunch show coming up all over Texas !! Don’t wait until the last minute! Get your tickets TODAY!! Click on th… Read More
2016-01-31 20:10
Some musicians search endlessly for the right band with the right ‘sound’ and the right ‘look’, in which they have the ability to easily blend into. Then, there are t… Read More
2016-01-20 00:35
LYNYRD SKYNYRD – JANUARY 28, 2015 – THE CEDAR PARK CENTER – 7 pm
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All my Southern… Read More
2016-01-19 00:19
WHEN WILL THIS END!!!!???? Glenn Lewis Frey, was born on November 6, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan and has sadly joined the ranks of recent rock icon deaths, passing away today, January 18, 2016… Read More
2016-01-11 15:41
David Bowie (born David Robert Haywood–Jones) passed away today, January 10, 2016 after an eighteen month-long battle with cancer. He had celebrated his 69th birthday on January 8th, 2… Read More
2015-12-29 05:30
Tragedy strikes the world of rock and roll once again as Ian Fraser “Lemmy” Kilmister, the bassist and lead singer of legendary heavy metal band, MOTORHEAD has passed away today… Read More
2015-12-19 22:30
Attention Southern Rock Fans!!!
The most awesome southern rock and roll band in history, LYNARD SKYNARD, is coming to the Cedar Park Center!!
Thursday-January 28, 2016 at 7:30 pm..
Clink on… Read More
2015-12-19 01:59
Anyone who grew up listening KISS, ALICE COOPER or BLACK SABBATH has probably fantasized about becoming a rock star and joining their favorite band, at least at once in their life. For… Read More
2015-12-19 01:59
Anyone who grew up listening KISS, ALICE COOPER or BLACK SABBATH has probably fantasized about becoming a rock star and joining their favorite band, at least at once in their life. For… Read More
2015-12-15 17:50
Here are Ticket Links for MORE shows coming close to Austin-
BLACK LABEL SOCIETY–
-Dec. 28- Dallas, Tx @ The Gas Monkey Bar & Grill TICKETS
MEGADETH– &SUICIDAL TENDENCIES… Read More
2015-12-13 06:58
Austin-based, industrial punk band, the ‘Skatenigs‘ is a band that has not been heard from in far too long. However, rumor has it that will soon change. This coming year marks th… Read More
2015-12-07 04:30
Spurs fans! Get ur game on with KISS!!
Join Paul Stanley in opening a brand new restaurant with decor that is inspired by the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame at the AT&T Center in San Antonio… Read More
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