NICKLEBACK LOOKING FOR DOCUMENTARY DISTRIBUTION PARTNER: Nickleback is looking for a distribution partner for their new documentary. Bassist Mike Kroeger told Detroit's WRIF radio station, “We actually have a documentary that we're right now just putting the finishing touches on and looking for a distribution partner for to make sure that we get it out to everybody.” Blabbermouth reports that Nickleback guitarist Ryan Peake said in April that the film has been in the works for a few years.
NEW SPECIES OF SNAKE NAMED AFTER JAMES HETFIELD: A new species of snake has been named after Metallica vocalist James Hetfield. A team of scientists discovered the new species of African Bush Viper on Bioko Island in Equatorial Guinea. The Artheris hetfieldi is defined by a “triangular-shaped head and strongly-keeled scales, which gives them a dragon-like appearance.” Researchers told Metal Hammer, “We think that a mysterious venomous and cool looking snake, who lives in the base of a volcano lost in the middle of the tropical forest is very relatable to heavy metal! Naming a new species after someone as James brings more attention to the much needed biodiversity studies and field surveys.”
KID ROCK URGES FANS TO SUPPORT BUS INDUSTRY: Kid Rock is hoping to help the bus and motorcoach industry get back on its feet. Rock used his Facebook page to ask fans to send a letter to their U.S Representative in support of the Coronavirus Economic Relief for Transportation Services (CERTS) Act. Rock writes, “The motor coach industry is very close to my heart as well and what we entertainers, bands and crew use to show up in your towns to rock your socks off!” The CERTS act would provide bus and motorcoach companies with $10 billion that could be used for payroll, equipment, PPE, rent, leases, insurance and debt service.
LAMB OF GOD SAYS 'SOMETHING'S COMING': Something new is coming from Lamb of God. The band posted a cryptic video to Twitter on Saturday (August 29th) along with the message, “Something's coming…be the first to know”. A link directed users to the band's email signup form. Link: https://bit.ly/3lyInGA