Joe is Loudwire's Editor-In-Chief since 2024 and started as a freelancer with the site in 2013. A fan of rock and metal since residing in the womb, raised on GN'R and only the best of the hair metal era, his gateway to everything else came via 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4' where Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast" was in the soundtrack. Nothing has been the same since. Instagram: @icenerveshatter
Joe DiVita
Bob Daisley’s Case Against Ozzy Osbourne Headed to Arbitration After Lawsuit Dismissed in Court
Bob Daisley's case seeking unpaid royalties from Ozzy Osbourne and his company will continue out of court, headed to arbitration over songwriting agreements.
Nikki Sixx ‘Feeling a Lot Better’ After Hip Replacement Surgery
Motley Crue legend Nikki Sixx went under the knife to have his hip replaced and detailed his recovery on the 'Sixx Sense' podcast.
Gene Simmons Takes Hard Stance Against Streaming Services: Music Is Commerce Not Charity
Gene Simmons feels the music industry's shift to streaming services is becoming a huge problem for bands looking to get their careers off the ground.
Chicago School of Rock Kids Tear Through Judas Priest’s ‘Victim of Changes’ – Best of YouTube
We'll never get tired of seeing School of Rock students cover some of metal's most essential songs!
Metallica’s James Hetfield Not Interested in Collaborating With Lady Gaga Again
While Lars' Ulrich expressed a desire to work with Lady Gaga again in the future, Metallica's James Hetfield holds the opposing stance.
KISS’ Gene Simmons Honors Chuck Berry Onstage During First-Ever Solo Performance
During his first-ever solo performance, KISS legend Gene Simmons paid tribute to the late Chuck Berry with a cover of the iconic 'Johnny B. Goode.'
Exclusive Metallica Clothing Line Now Available at Urban Outfitters
Metallica have partnered with Urban Outfitters to present an exclusive line of new branded clothing.
Quiet Riot Reportedly Recruit ‘American Idol’ Singer James Durbin to Front Band
Quiet Riot have found yet another new singer, this time reportedly tapping 'American Idol' finalist James Durbin as the band's new frontman.
KISS Perform Without Makeup at ‘All-Star Salute to the Oregon Military’
KISS made a surprise appearance at an Oregon Military benefit, performing without makeup to raise funds for a museum named after Tommy Thayer's father.
Guns N’ Roses Joined by Angus Young for Two AC/DC Covers in Australia
The rumors were true as Angus Young stepped onstage with Guns N' Roses in Australia to perform a pair of AC/DC classics.