For as long as he can remember, Chuck has been crazy about rock and roll. His first concert was Def Leppard when he was five years old and the rest, as they say, is history. Chuck is the host of Loudwire Nights and he also handles all things over at Ultimate Metallica. There's plenty that can be said about Chuck, but most importantly, he's a fan first and tries to live his life by one simple motto: Full speed or nothin'.
Chuck Armstrong
20 Years Ago: The Black Crowes Shock America With ‘Amorica’
If it's been sitting on your shelf, let the 20th anniversary of 'Amorica' serve as the perfect reason to revisit one of the greatest records released in the last two decades.
OK Go Play ‘Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction?’
From playing Ms. Pacman with Elliott Smith to powerful bouts of flatulence, we get to the bottom of OK Go's Wikipedia page.
Listen to Classic ’90s Alternative Rock Songs Transformed Into 8-Bit Versions
See how many of these transformed '90s tunes you recognize!
Hear Chris Robinson Brotherhood Cover Black Crowes’ ‘I Ain’t Hiding’
Robinson offers a more relaxed yet equally powerful take on this 2009 favorite.
Rich Robinson Invites Fans to Woodstock for Intimate Recording Sessions
The Black Crowes guitarist invited fans to participate in the recording of his next album.
Rich Robinson, ‘The Ceaseless Sight’ – Album Review
Rich Robinson’s third studio album as a solo artist finds the guitarist in a familiar yet brand new groove.
Chris Robinson Brotherhood, ‘Phosphorescent Harvest’ – Album Review
We review 'Phosphorescent Harvest,' the new album by the Chris Robinson Brotherhood.
Metallica Release Official Live Video of New Song ‘Lords of Summer’
By now, Metallica fans across the world have heard the band's latest song, 'Lords of Summer.' Whether it was through the initial cell phone video, fan-made live video or Metallica's 'Garage Demo Version' of the song, there have been several ways to consume it. Adding to the list, Metallica released their own video of their performance via their official YouTube channel. Debuting on March 16 in Bog
Metallica Unleash Studio Demo Version of New Song ‘Lords of Summer’
Metallica fans around the world rejoiced on March 16 as the legendary rock band unveiled their first new song since the 'Beyond Magnetic' EP was released in 2011. 'Lords of Summer' debuted in Bogota, Colombia as the sixth song in the band's set. Now, just a few days later, fans have been blessed with not only the opportunity to own the live performance but also the 'Garage Demo Version' of 'Lords
‘Metallica Through The Never’ – Movie Review
Regardless of how many times you have seen Metallica live, or if you've never been fortunate enough to catch them in concert, if you're a fan of the band, you'll want to see 'Metallica Through The Never.' The film is a 92-minute opus that will likely leave theatergoers speechless when the end credits roll.
‘Metallica Through The Never’ – Album Review
The year 2013 has proven to be a very, very busy one for Metallica. From playing sold-out shows all across the globe to just a few nights ago rocking a packed house at the intimate and legendary Apollo Theater in New York City, the legendary metal band is showing no signs of slowing down any time soon. This is most obvious in the simple fact that within the same week, they are celebrating the rele
Metallica ‘Destroy’ New York City’s Legendary Apollo Theater
When it was announced that Metallica were to play the legendary Apollo Theater in New York City, fans had no idea what they would be in for. After all, the capacity of the Apollo is 1,506 and Metallica are used to playing shows of 50,000 and above. But with the help of SiriusXM, the band gave fans the show of a lifetime, with nonstop, in-your-face metal packaged in an unbelievably intimate setting