Lollipop Magazine

Sixx: A.M. – This is Gonna Hurt – Review

December 30, 2011

Mötley Crüe’s Nikki Sixx has exorcised a lot of his demons and he’s now in a good place. Unfortunately, people in good places tend to make weak, pussy-ass art.

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 – Review

December 30, 2011

Many of the characters from the original game have been tinkered with, adding new moves and adjusting their power balance. Everything you want in an expansion.

Vampires Everywhere! confirmed for Vans Warped Tour 2012 – News

December 29, 2011

Vampires Everywhere! will join BAYSIDE, CHELSEA GRIN, MEMPHIS MAY FIRE, SLEEPING WITH SIRENS and a number of other artists.

Asphyx debuts first single off upcoming album “Deathhammer” – News

December 28, 2011

In anticipation of this release, the band is now giving fans their first preview of Deathhammer with the premiere of the album’s title track on CVLT Nation.com.

The Mountain Goats wish you a merry little Christmas – News

December 27, 2011

The Mountain Goats returned to the AV Club’s round room in Chicago to perform “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”.

The Adventures of Tintin – The Game – Review

December 23, 2011

Levels are straightforward, combat is one button and can’t-lose, and puzzles aren’t going to stump anyone. A great fit for young or inexperienced gamers.

No Regrets – Ace Frehley – Review

December 23, 2011

Wanna rock all night, and party every day? Ace Frehley, he of the Spaceman makeup and Cherry Sunburst Les Paul did, and now he tells his life story.

Bob Wayne returns with more outlaw country – News

December 23, 2011

Outlaw country sensation Bob Wayne will enter the studio in January to begin working on his highly anticipated fifth studio album.

New England Metal & Hardcore Festival 14 Adds Performers And Sponsors – News

December 23, 2011

Carnifex, Dead End Path, Gaza, Goatwhore, Structures, Glass Cloud, and The Air I Breathe have also been added to the show’s massive three-day lineup.

Black Stone Cherry headlining in 2012 – News

December 22, 2011

Black Stone Cherry has had an amazing year following the May 31, 2011 release of Between the Devil & the Deep Blue Sea.

Imperial Teen return to the active column with Feel the Sound, their strongest release yet – News

December 20, 2011

Gold medal-caliber relay racing is one metaphor for the group’s approach to making Feel the Sound.

Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers Announce 2012 Tour – News

December 20, 2011

The tour includes their first ever show at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival as headliners the first weekend of the annual event on Saturday, April 28.

Vallenfyre – A Fragile King – Review

December 16, 2011

Among its members are veterans of the scene: Gregor Mackintosh of Paradise Lost, Hamish Glencross of My Dying Bride, Andrian Erlandsson of At The Gates.

Assassin’s Creed – Revelations – Review

December 16, 2011

Assassin’s Creed: Revelations again puts you in the shoes of master assassin Ezio Auditore as he explores Constantinople as an older, wiser killing machine.

Boston’s Black Pyramid to release new album – News

December 16, 2011

New England doom rock trio Black Pyramid will release its long awaited sophomore album Black Pyramid II on January 31, 2012 via MeteorCity Records.

Fishbone teams with Punk Rock Deals – News

December 16, 2011

Frantic, unhinged, and edgy, Fishbone’s highly anticipated new 7 song EP “Crazy Glue” captures the beautiful madness that is Fishbone.

As I Lay Dying announce 2011 headlining tour – News

December 14, 2011

Winds of Plague and After the Burial confirmed as supporting acts.

Kataklysm frontman helps launch Rock The Nation America – News

December 14, 2011

The North American metal scene just got a lot heavier.

Denver’s Dressy Bessy announces plans for multiple 2012 releases; Holiday single out now – News

December 14, 2011

“I’ll keep up this pace forever, so you’d better get ready to rock!” says singer Tammy Ealom.

Korpiklaani: “Ukon Wacka” Details Revealed – News

December 13, 2011

Korpiklaani will release their new album, Ukon Wacka, in Europe on February 4th and in North America on February 15th via Nuclear Blast Records.

King Diamond undergoes triple bypass open heart surgery – News

December 13, 2011

King Diamond was recently hospitalized and underwent open heart surgery.

VNV Nation adds second leg to their North American Tour – News

December 12, 2011

The positive reviews of new album AUTOMATIC have inspired electronic rock pioneers VNV NATION to add a second leg to their tour.

Voodoo Glow Skulls new album coming January 17 – News

December 12, 2011

In their 21 years of existence, the Voodoo Glow Skulls have an impressive list of achievements.

New England Metal And Hardcore Festival 14 Announces Lineup – News

December 12, 2011

Killswitch Engage has been confirmed as the headliner of the 14th Annual New England Metal and Hardcore Festival.

Less Than Jake announces February Tour – News

December 12, 2011

This comes on the heels of a wildly successful headlining slot on the 2011 Vans Warped Tour and their latest EP Greetings From… released in June 2011.