Liz Ramanand

Liz Ramanand has been a concert junkie and metal head since the ripe age of 9 years old. Now that passion has turned into an obsession. While working for AOL's heavy metal unit Noisecreep.com as well as Roadrunner Records, she graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Journalism and English from Brooklyn College. She makes it her priority to attend at least four concerts a week any less would make her a very unhappy metal head.

Pop Evil’s Leigh Kakaty on Rock + Metal Community: ‘We Need to Create More Opportunities for Each Other’

In a new interview, Pop Evil's Leigh Kakaty discusses the band's writing, his post tour plans and his desire to see the rock and metal community unite.

5 Questions With Five Finger Death Punch: ShipRocked, Avid Fans, Touring Plans + More

Five Finger Death Punch headlined the 2016 ShipRocked Cruise. Loudwire had the opportunity to sit down with the band while aboard the boat.

Lamb of God and Anthrax Heat Up Snow-Filled New York City

After being snowed out on Saturday, Lamb of God and Anthrax rocked their rescheduled show on Monday with a vengeance!

Fans Document Soundgarden’s Return in New Book ‘Photofantasm’

'Photofantasm: Nudedragons to King Animal' is a visual volume created by Soundgarden fans for Soundgarden fans.

ShipRocked 2015 Day 1: Limp Bizkit, Tremonti, Lacuna Coil, Andrew W.K. + More

We set sail on our way to the Great Stirrup Cay – a familiar and very private island for past Shiprockers. The ShipRocked family gathered together once again to booze it up, tear it down and have a damn good time!

Sevendust Guitarist John Connolly Plays ‘Would You Rather?’

We play a game of 'Would You Rather?' with Sevendust guitarist John Connolly, who offers up some intriguing answers.

Young Guns Talk Forthcoming Album, ShipRocked, Musical Influences + More

Anyone who’s seen Young Guns live knows that the band brings it onstage. The British rockers, who scored a huge hit in 2012 with 'Bones,' kicked off the year as part of this year’s ShipRocked lineup.

Five Finger Death Punch Talk ShipRocked 2014 + Upcoming Touring Plans

Anyone on this year’s ShipRocked cruise knows that Five Finger Death Punch could have completely powered the boat themselves with a pair of electric performances. The band was the very first to rock the boat on the first day as they hit the Deck stage as the Norwegian Pearl left Miami. Later in the cruise, they played another monster gig in the Stardust Theater. ShipRocked 2014 was definitely one

Zakk Wylde Rocks Apple Store With Q&A Session + Acoustic Performance in NYC

Some may go into the Apple Store to check out the latest iPad or iPhone, but Friday night (Jan. 17) metalheads gathered at the Apple Store in New York City's SoHo neighborhood for an intimate question and answer session along with an acoustic performance featuring the one and only Zakk Wylde.

ShipRocked 2014 Adds Tremonti and Black Stone Cherry to Lineup

As if Five Finger Death Punch, Papa Roach, Three Days Grace and several other top rock and metal acts weren’t enough, Tremonti and Black Stone Cherry have been added to the bill of this year’s ShipRocked cruise.

Halestorm’s Arejay Hale and Josh Smith Reveal What They’d Like for Christmas

Halestorm received a major present at the beginning of the year with a nice shiny Grammy. The band has been trekking nonstop in support of their latest album ‘The Strange Case Of…,’ and during their New York date at Terminal 5 we had the chance to speak with drummer Arejay Hale and bassist Josh Smith about what they'd like for Christmas.

Five Finger Death Punch Drummer Jeremy Spencer Reveals Details About Upcoming Autobiography

Five Finger Death Punch fans know that the band and its members relay honesty through their music, lyrics and live performance. When we sat down with drummer Jeremy Spencer, he spoke very honestly about an autobiography he is currently working on.