2 Big '80s + 2000s Rock Bands Perform at 'American Idol' Finale2 Big '80s + 2000s Rock Bands Perform at 'American Idol' FinaleMotley Crue and Shinedown were among the artists that performed during three-hour episode.Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner
The Best Cover Song by 11 Big Hair Metal BandsThe Best Cover Song by 11 Big Hair Metal BandsSome were relegated to B-sides; others became career-defining hits.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Photos - 20 Rock and Metal Stars in 1986 Vs. NowPhotos - 20 Rock and Metal Stars in 1986 Vs. NowThe '80s were a period of radical change in hard rock and metal, and 1986 was no exceptionBryan RolliBryan Rolli
6 Hair Metal Bands Whose Second Album Is Their Best6 Hair Metal Bands Whose Second Album Is Their BestNot every band falls prey to the sophomore slump.Bryan RolliBryan Rolli
Favorite NFL Teams of 47 Big Rock + Metal MusiciansFavorite NFL Teams of 47 Big Rock + Metal MusiciansSome of the top acts in both rock and metal have never shied away from showing love for their favorite NFL teams. Rob CarrollRob Carroll
29 Most Memorable Rock + Metal Super Bowl Commercials29 Most Memorable Rock + Metal Super Bowl CommercialsKeeping the big game rocking with some of the most memorable all time Super Bowl commercials.Chad ChildersChad Childers
Motley Crue Win in Legal Battle With Mick MarsMotley Crue Win in Legal Battle With Mick MarsAn arbitrator ruled in favor of the band while rejected each of Mars' claims against the group.Chad ChildersChad Childers
VOTE: Apocalypse Anthems vs. Party TunesVOTE: Apocalypse Anthems vs. Party TunesApocalypse anthem or party tunes? Vote for your favorite style of music in Loudwire Nights' Chuck's Fight Club poll.Chad ChildersChad Childers
19 Active Bands That Haven't Released an Album in Five Years19 Active Bands That Haven't Released an Album in Five YearsThese rock and metal bands are still together and actively touring but have not released a new studio album in five years or more.Lauryn SchaffnerLauryn Schaffner
Sexual Assault Suit Against Tommy Lee Refiled in CaliforniaSexual Assault Suit Against Tommy Lee Refiled in CaliforniaHeather Taylor waited on a new California law to go into effect to refile her sexual assault lawsuit against Tommy Lee related to an alleged 2003 incident.Chad ChildersChad Childers