Jordan Blum is a former Features Editor at PopMatters and a contributor to Kerrang!, Consequence, PROG, WhatCulture, Metal Injection, Record Collector, and more. He's written books about Jethro Tull, Opeth, and Dream Theater. In his spare time, he likes to yell at strangers about how much Genesis sucked in the '80s.
Jordan Blum
10 Bands Who Overcame Huge Tragedies
Inspiring tales of artists who’ve triumphed over devastation.
10 Best Metal Covers of Hit Pop Songs
Fun fact: The world won’t end because some metal bands covered pop songs.
10 Rock + Metal Albums Critics Hated That Became Classics
What were they thinking?!
Watch Metallica’s Live Debut of ‘Lux Æterna’ at ‘All Within My Hands’ Benefit Concert
It was one of several awesome moments from their two-set performance.
10 Bands Who Nailed Seemingly Impossible to Cover Rock + Metal Songs
Top that? Challenge accepted.
Watch Skid Row Vocalist Erik Grönwall’s Wildly Energetic Cover of Guns N’ Roses’ ‘You’re Crazy’
Is it better than the original? Hmmm.
Watch This Local Painter Create a Commemorative Mural of Ozzy in His Hometown of Birmingham
'I only really paint people I admire,' said artist Robbie Jeffcott.
Aerosmith Cancel Rest of Las Vegas Residency Due to Steven Tyler’s Health
Best wishes for a speedy recovery!
Axl Rose Vows to End 30-Year Microphone Toss Tradition in Apology Statement to Injured Fan
He also condemns 'negative n’ irresponsible' reports of the incident.
10 Rock + Metal Musicians Who’ve Been Emergency Responders
See? Music CAN save lives!