Rob Carroll is a music and pop culture writer based in central Illinois. His work has appeared in several publications throughout the suburban Chicago area including the Northwest Herald and the Daily Chonicle. Rob also is a published author having produced two books chronicling the history of the Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field. In his free time, Rob enjoys collecting vinyl, live music, photography and trying (and failing) to keep up with his kids.
Rob Carroll
Dimebag Darrell’s Favorite Guitar Solo, According to Charlie Benante
Pantera made an addition to their setlist during their most recent tour, a song that features the late Dimebag Darrell's favorite guitar solo.
What Happens When You Play Metallica Without Distortion?
A metal fan is making a case that Metallica songs are just a bunch of surf rock music under a hefty layer of distortion.
Courtney Love Lets Loose on ‘Not Important’ Taylor Swift
Madonna, Lana Del Rey and Beyonce´ also caught strays during a recent interview to promote Love's new series that celebrates women in music.
O.J. Simpson Dead at 76 Following Cancer Diagnosis
Simpson reportedly died in Las Vegas on April 10.
Someone Is Trying to Sell Final Damageplan Show Ticket Stub for $15K
Here's how that eye-popping asking price compares to other "final show" ticket stubs.
Video of Kids Shredding Ozzy’s ‘Crazy Train’ on Xylophones Goes Viral
A resurfaced video showing kids banging out Ozzy Osbourne's "Crazy Train" on xylophones, steel drums, bells and other percussion instruments found a whole new audience this week.
Hardcore Bands Are Doing Plushie Collabs Now?
Turnstile, Power Trip and Scowl among the acts working with brand to create limited edition stuffed animals.
Scowl Drop Out of Second Fest Due to Army Sponsorship
Scowl are no longer interested in playing Welcome to Rockville in Daytona Beach next month.
Jared Leto’s Confusing April Fools Prank on ‘Wheel of Fortune’
Not all 'Wheel of Fortune' viewers knew who Jared Leto was when he appeared on their screens as part of an April Fools prank.
You’ll Kick Yourself For Tossing Your JNCO Jeans When You See How Much They Sell For
We recently tracked down the most expensive vintage JNCO items for sale on eBay. The wide-legged jeans were popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Have Cigars Impacted James Hetfield’s Voice? Metallica Frontman Answers
Metallica's James Hetfield says some around him are "concerned" about how his cigar habit might affect his singing.
Flea’s Spectacular Compound Is For Sale + It’s an Architectural Masterpiece
Red Hot Chili Peppers bass player Flea's house is for sale and it just might be as unique as he is.