'can u see me in the dark?'

The collaboration we all needed! Halestorm and I Prevail just released the track "can u see me in the dark?" and it's a banger. It's a nice release after singer Lzzy Hale's successful run as the fill-in singer for Skid Row. That stint really gave Skid Row and Halestorm some nice press.

"can u see me in the dark?" is another great addition to my running playlist. The breakdown is extra tasty (it's at 2:40). Some like it hot. Others like it heavy. That's me. I like it heavy.

Yes, ' RATATATA' Is Now On My Running Playlist

This collab between Germany's Electric Callboy and Japan's Babymetal is wild. I first heard "RATATATA" on Octane and I was an immediate fan. There's all kinds of craziness here: metalcore breakdowns, a boy band-type chorus, lyrics in English and Japanese, and so much high energy fun.

Now, there's a video for "RATATATA" too! It's from both acts during a joint performance at Fox_Fest, which is actually Babymetal's own event.

The editing in the video is very fast and there are lots of pans and movements, so if that sort of thing bothers you, take note. "RATATATA" is going to be great for gritting my teeth and pushing up hills!

Incidentally, Babymetal announced a US tour this week - and they are coming to Cincinnati, Ohio for the first time ever!

To Coincide With The New Bon Jovi Album...

Bon Jovi's new album Forever is out now. Apparently JBJ's Nashville officially opens tomorrow, too. I honestly didn't know a Bon Jovi restaurant was coming, but it seems cool enough. It's on Broadway in Nashville, TN so crazy expensive real estate right there. Yes, I want to visit this place. Maybe during Bengals vs. Titans weekend this fall!

Skid Row Announces First-Ever Official Live Album

Skid Row will release their first-ever live album on September 20. The album is called Live In London and features Erik Grönwall on vocals.

Track listing:

01. Slave To The Grind
02. The Threat
03. Big Guns
04. 18 And Life
05. Piece Of Me
06. Livin' On A Chain Gang
07. Psycho Therapy
08. In A Darkened Room
09. Makin' A Mess
10. The Gang’s All Here
11. Riot Act
12. Tear It Down
13. Monkey Business
14. I Remember You
15. Time Bomb
16. Youth Gone Wild

Ronnie Younkins Launches New Facebook; Teases New Music

Ronnie '10/10' Younkins of KIX seems to be doing a lot better these days. He has had a long fight for sobriety and it seems like he is in a good place now. Ronnie just launched a new Facebook and he is teasing new music too. Anything in the style of Aerosmith Rocks is going to be a winner in my book!

Another Streaming Price Hike

I don't use Spotify, but most of you do here. I'm just waiting for Amazon (Premium) Music to raise prices... because, why not? That said, Amazon Music is still my most-used streaming service, so shut up and take my money I guess.

In July, Spotify’s US subscribers will pay $1 more per month for the ad-free plan, rising to $11.99 per month. The service raised prices once already this year.

Bon Jovi Announces Streaming Album Release Party

This Friday night, June 7, celebrate the new Bon Jovi album Forever with IHeartRadio and Hulu.