Metallica may have killed hopes for a big four tour with Megadeth, Slayer and Anthrax but Blabbermouth has caught wind of another mighty metal lineup that may be hitting the road.

Reuters - The controversy over its origins aside, "This Is It" -- released October 12 on Michael Jackson's official Web site -- is yet another testament to the fact that the King of Pop was very much full of life when he died. "I never heard a single word about you/Falling in love wasn't my plan/I never thought that I would be your lover/Come on...

A new album you say...?1) Fear Factory now features original members Dino Cazares (guitar) and Burton C. Bell (vocals) alongside bassist Byron Stroud (who played on the last two Fear Factory albums) and drummer Gene Hoglan (Dethlok, Strapping Young Lad, Testament and more).2) There will be a new Fear Factory ...

Starting today, Rodrigo y Gabriela are offering a free mp3 to their fans. The song is dedicated to Dimebag Darrel and Alex Skolnick of metal gods Testament guests on the track with a guitar solo.

Testament guitarist Alex Skolnick has contributed to a track on Mexican duo Rodrigo y Gabriela's new album that is dedicated to Dimebag Darrell. Hear it inside!Speaking of their collaboration on the track 'Atman' and the legacy of Dimebag Darrell, Rod y Gab themselves say: “Alex Skolnick, thrash metal guitar hero ...