Joe is Loudwire's Editor-In-Chief since 2024 and started as a freelancer with the site in 2013. A fan of rock and metal since residing in the womb, raised on GN'R and only the best of the hair metal era, his gateway to everything else came via 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4' where Iron Maiden's "The Number of the Beast" was in the soundtrack. Nothing has been the same since. Instagram: @icenerveshatter
Joe DiVita
Steven Adler, Vinny Appice, Heart’s Nancy Wilson + More Set for 2017 Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp
The Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp is celebrating its 20th anniversary and landed Steven Adler, Vinny Appice, Heart's Nancy Wilson and more as camp counselors!
Kid Rock Unveils ‘American Badass Grill’ Made Entirely in the U.S.
Get ready to purchase the American-made Kid Rock 'American Badass Grill.'
Guns N’ Roses Alums, Members of Alice in Chains, Winery Dogs + More to Take Part in 5th Annual Rock Against MS Concert
The 5th Annual Rock Against MS benefit has lined up yet another star-studded cast of rock and metal artists to raise awareness and funds for the disease.
Kids React to Guns N’ Roses’ ‘Appetite for Destruction’ – And Some Love It!
In this video, a group of kids between the ages of six and 13 react to hearing Guns N' Roses' 'Appetite for Destruction,' photos of the band and more!
37 Years Ago: Ozzy Osbourne Releases ‘The Ultimate Sin’
An underrated album.
Frances Bean Cobain Thanks Kurt Cobain for ‘Gift of Life’ on Late Musician’s 50th Birthday
On what would have been the 50th birthday of Kurt Cobain, his daughter Frances Bean Cobain offered a heartfelt note and a kind exchange with her grandmother.
Report: Charges Against Wife of Red Hot Chili Peppers Drummer Dropped in Scott Baio Incident
The charges against the wife of RHCP drummer Chad Smith have reportedly been dropped in the alleged incident with actor Scott Baio.
Ace Frehley + Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready Play KISS’ ‘Cold Gin’ in Seattle
Closing out his tour in Seattle, Ace Frehley was joined by Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready for a cover of the KISS classic 'Cold Gin.'
Report: Stagehand Blamed for Metallica’s Technical Issues at Grammys
Reports have surfaced that a stagehand is at fault for James Hetfield's microphone not working during Metallica's Grammy performance with Lady Gaga.
Evanescence Singer Amy Lee Releases Soothing New Song ‘Love Exists’
Evanescence singer Amy Lee felt inspired by a song she heard on the radio while in Italy, resulting in the calm and comforting track 'Love Exists.'
Alice Cooper Reflects on ‘Wayne’s World’ 25th Anniversary + ‘We’re Not Worthy’ Scene
Alice Cooper spoke about his favorite memories from 'Wayne's World' in celebration of the film's 25th anniversary, including the 'We're not worthy' scene.
Rockers Bid Farewell and Thank You to Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath will perform their final show on Feb. 4 and we've gathered some rock and metal musicians to reflect on the finality of metal's godfathers.