Les Binks (1951–2025) — The Thunder Behind the Priest

Les Binks, the acclaimed former drummer of Judas Priest and one of the unsung architects of classic heavy metal rhythm, has died at the age of 73

Jailbait: Ted Nugent controversial songs

Let’s talk about Ted Nugent’s controversial song, Jailbait. Ted Nugent is an iconic figure in American rock. He is known for his guitar skills, conservative views, and love of controversy.

Throughout his career, Ted Nugent built his image as a rebellious rocker. He pushed boundaries. But one song, Jailbait, from his 1981 album Intensities in 10 Cities, sparked outrage. The debate continues today.

The Cure’s Self-Titled Album

The Cure’s Self-Titled Album was released in 2004,It wasn’t my favorite, but it felt right.

Time in a Bottle: Jim Croce’s Timeless Song

“Time in a Bottle”, a little ditty by the late, great Jim Croce, first popped up on his debut album, You Don’t Mess Around with Jim in 1972. But, in a twist of fate more ironic than finding a vegetarian at a butcher’s convention, it wasn’t released as a single until 1973, after poor Jim had shuffled off this mortal coil. The song then proceeded to climb to the top of the charts faster than a squirrel up a tree, reaching number one in the USA.

Dave Evans: นักร้องนำคนแรกของ AC/DC

เดฟ อีแวนส์ (Dave Evans) นักร้องนำคนแรกของเอซี/ดีซี (AC/DC) ผู้ออกจากวงก่อนที่วงจะออกอัลบั้มแรก และทำวงแรบบิตที่โด่งดังพอประมาณในบ้านเกิดออสเตรเลีย

Billy Idol in Thailand, 1989

Billy Idol in Thailand, 1989. Just a holidays, that was a proper punk holiday. Not jus sipping cocktails in five-star hotels and getting up to no good in the underbelly of Bangkok.

Watching The Wheels

“Watching the Wheels” was the third and final single released from the album Double Fantasy. The song’s lyrics reflect on his life after stepping away from the music industry to live as a ‘househusband’ for several years.

Pink Floyd Unite at Live 8

Pink Floyd Unite at Live 8 was particularly special event in rock history. Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Nick Mason and Richard Wright hadn’t played together since 1981. There had been quite a bit of drama, with Roger Waters leaving the band in the mid-80s. Getting them back together for Live 8 was no small feat – Bob Geldof, bless him, had to do some serious persuading. He didn’t even think they’d agree at first!

Nutopia

Nutopia turns 50 today (1st April 2023), having been founded on 1st April 1973. However, it seems that people have largely forgotten about this state, especially after the passing of its founder many years ago.

The founder of this state was John Lennon.

A La Carte: The Forgotten 1970s Hard Rock Gem

A La Carte (should not be confused with an all-female disco band) was born in Orange County. They had a lot of potential to become stars in the late 1970s Los Angeles music scene, but fell short of achieving the same level of success as other L.A. Glam Metal bands in the ’80s

Happy Xmas (War is Over)

“Happy Xmas (War is Over)”, my dear friends. May the festive season fill your hearts with boundless joy and prosperity. As is our cherished tradition, FR!DAY ! AM !N RÖCK is delighted to serenade you with a song.

The Beatles in Hamburg

The Beatles in Hamburg is a period when the Fab Four performed music in Hamburg. Before they signed a contract and went on to become legendary.

John Lennon’s killer denied parole for the 12th time

The killer who killed John Lennon in 1980, has been denied parole for the 12th time

The 67-year-old killer is currently serving a 20-year-to-life sentence and is currently in Green Haven Correctional Facility in New York. He was given the chance to apply parole every two years since 2000 but has never been granted it.

my big answer to everything. I wasn’t going to be a nobody, any more

“I am not going to blame anything else or anybody else for bringing me there,” The Killer told the board.

The Killer appeared before the parole board on 31st of August, the New York Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. He’ll remain imprisoned for at least two more years, when he’ll be eligible to seek parole again.

“I knew what I was doing, and I knew it was evil, I knew it was wrong, but I wanted the fame so much that I was willing to give everything and take a human life.”

The Killer said: “This was evil in my heart. I wanted to be somebody and nothing was going to stop that.”

Yoko Ono has long opposed Chapman’s release, submitting letters to the parole board asking it to deny his requests

Declaration

In writing about John Lennon’s death, I intend to pay tribute to him. His tragic death reverberates around the world, and the name of his killer is known around the world.

However, F!A!R have chosen not to mention the killer name.

There are several reasons why we should not name a killer.

First, it may increase their fame and attention, which may lead to copycats or other violent acts. A 2018 study published in the journal Crime & Delinquency found a correlation between media attention to killers and subsequent increases in similar offences. The study also found that high-profile killers often serve long prison sentences, which increases the likelihood of them planning future crimes.

Second, it may cause more suffering for victims and their families. Victims may feel objectified or ostracized, while the bereaved may feel distressed and violated.

For these reasons, F!A!R use the term killer rather than mentioning him directly.

Parole Timeline

KISS: Shandi

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John Lennon’s killer denied parole for the 11th time

Denied parole for the 11th time: the John Lennon’s killer still in jail

A parole board at Wende correctional facility near Buffalo, New York, denied the killer’s release.

Detailed reasons have not been given. He will have to wait two years before applying for parole again.

The killer was sentenced to 20 years to life imprisonment.

First became eligible for parole in 2000.

Read Yoko Ono’s open letter

Update: denied parole for the 11th time

Acording to hearing transcripts, The killer killed John Lennon because he was “angry and jealous” at the way the Beatle was living and was seeking “glory” for himself, according to hearing transcripts.

“At the time my thinking was he has all of this money, lives in this beautiful apartment and he is into music representing a more cautious lifestyle, a more giving lifestyle,” the killer told parole commissioners. “It made me angry and jealous compared to the way I was living at the time. There was jealousy in there.”

“It was just self-glory, period,” the killer said. “It was nothing more than that. It boiled down to that. There’s no excuses.”

One of the commissioners said, “You called it glory and some might call it infamy,” to which the killer replied, “Infamy brings glory.”

That statement:

“During the interview you stated you committed this murder to seek glory. You said ‘infamy brings you glory,'” the panel decision denying parole stated. “This panel finds your statement disturbing. Your actions represented an evil act. The fact that today, almost 40 years

later, you can still speak of what you did as something that you felt was a positive and in your mind gave you ‘glory’ at the time, is disturbing for this panel.”

John Lennon’s killer denied parole for the 11th time, He will have to wait two years before applying for parole again.

Declaration

In writing about John Lennon’s death, I intend to pay tribute to him. His tragic death reverberates around the world, and the name of his killer is known around the world.

However, F!A!R have chosen not to mention the killer name.

There are several reasons why we should not name a killer.

Second, it may cause more suffering for victims and their families. Victims may feel objectified or ostracized, while the bereaved may feel distressed and violated.

For these reasons, F!A!R use the term killer rather than mentioning him directly.

Parole Timeline

John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole for 10th Time

Denied Parole for 10th Time! John Lennon’s killer, now 63, had tried to behave well in order to get out of prison, and he tried to use this as a defense for his release,

R.I.P. George Michael

George Michael Dies

It is with a heavy heart that I must report the passing of the esteemed George Michael. The beloved artist departed this mortal coil on Christmas Day, the 25th of December 2016, at his residence. It is believed that a heart ailment was the cause of his untimely demise.

John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole for 9th Time

Denied Parole for 9th Time, they told John Lennon’s killer: “In spite of many favourable factors, we find all to be outweighed by the premeditated and celebrity seeking nature of the crime.”

The killer who killed John Lennon has applied for parole for the ninth time, and this time, five letters from the public were reportedly sent in support of his release from prison.

I don’t know why some people support the killer?

Denied Parole for 9th Time

But again, the parole board ruled that he was not eligible for parole. Denied Parole for 9th Time because his release would “be incompatible with the welfare of society” and “undermine respect for the law”, they concluded.

Declaration

In writing about John Lennon’s death, I intend to pay tribute to him. His tragic death reverberates around the world, and the name of his killer is known around the world.

However, F!A!R have chosen not to mention the killer name.

There are several reasons why we should not name a killer.

Second, it may cause more suffering for victims and their families. Victims may feel objectified or ostracized, while the bereaved may feel distressed and violated.

For these reasons, F!A!R use the term killer rather than mentioning him directly.

Parole Timeline

Jimmy Bain: A Bass Legend’s Final Curtain Call

Jimmy Bain, the legendary bassist of Last In Line and former member of Dio and Rainbow, has sadly departed this mortal coil at the tender age of 58. One might say he’s joined the great gig in the sky, though hopefully with better catering.

Richey Edwards

Richey Edwards or Richard James Edwards. He was the iconic guitarist and lyricist for the Manic Street Preachers, But he was more than just a band member. He was this deeply emotional, raw, and honest soul who resonated with so many fans.

John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole for the 8th time

John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole for the 8th time. The parole board conducted their latest interview with the killer on Wednesday, 20th August. the parole board give decision to denied Parole again.

Anthrax: I am the Law

“I Am the Law” is a single by thrash metal band Anthrax, from their 1987 album Among the Living, tells the story of a character named Judge Dredd or Judge Joseph Dredd from a comic book action fantasy set in a future where a judge acts as police, prosecutor, jury and executioner all in one person.

John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole for the 7th Time

Denied Parole for the 7th!, John Lennon’s killer has been refused parole for the seventh time. A three-member parole board made the decision after a hearing on Wednesday, according to the New York State Department of Corrections. The transcript of the hearing has not yet been released.

John Lennon’s murderer, Denied Parole for 6th Time

Denied Parole for 6th Time. The parole board conducted the Killer’s sixth parole hearing via teleconference and decided he remains unsuitable for release.

John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole for the 5th time

Denied Parole for the 5th time! The New York Parole Board reviewed the killer of John Lennon’s fifth parole request. They denied it. He can apply again in 2010.

R.I.P. Kevin DuBrow

Kevin DuBrow – เควิน ดูโบร์ว นักร้องนำวงไควเอ็ตไรอัตเสียชีวิตในวันที่ 25 พฤศจิกายน ค.ศ. 2007 เนื่องจากเสพยาเกินขนาด

John Lennon’s killer denied parole for the 4th time

Denied parole for the 4th time. Parole Board Considers John Lennon’s Killer’s 4th Parole Request, Again Denies Parole

Rest in Sleaze (Crashdïet Album)

Rest in Sleaze is the debut album by Swedish glam metal band Crashdïet, released in 2005.

[This is Edited version in 2025-03-20]

R.I.P. Dave Lepard

Dave Lepard, Crashdïet lead singer, committed suicide on 20 January 2006, due to depression.

Devil’s Playground

Devil’s Playground is the sixth studio album by British punk rock musician Billy Idol. It was released on 22 March 2005 that marked the return of a beloved punk rocker after a long absence.

Hell Freezes Over

Hell Freezes Over, the live album by The Eagles, released in 1994, marked a monumental moment in music history. It was their first album after reuniting following a 14-year hiatus. The idea of their return felt like a myth, a pipe dream, given the long and seemingly final separation.

John Lennon’s killer denied parole for the 3rd time

Denied parole for the 3rd time, John Lennon’s killer won’t be walking free anytime soon. The parole board met, heard his case, and shut him down again.

John Lennon’s killer denied parole for the 2nd time

The parole board has once again denied the release of John Lennon’s killer, ensuring he remains behind bars. This decision reinforces the gravity of the crime and upholds a sense of justice for Lennon’s family, friends, and countless fans worldwide.

John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole, and the Statement at First Parole Hearing

John Lennon’s Killer Denied Parole, 3rd of October 2000. The first parole hearing for the killer who infamously shot John Lennon in 1980, concluded with a firm decision: no release.

Yoko Ono’s Open Letter – opposes parole for John Lennon’s killer

Yoko Ono’s Open Letter against the killer who fatally shot John Lennon outside the Dakota apartment building in New York on 8th December 1980.

John Lennon’s Woman

John Lennon’s Woman is a song from the album Double Fantasy, released in 1980. It’s was the second single from the album and also the first released after his death.

Brain Salad Surgery

Brain Salad Surgery is the fourth studio album by the British progressive rock band Emerson, Lake & Palmer, released on 7th December 1973. It’s a wild ride, and if you’re into progressive rock, this one’s a must-listen.

Tesla: Five Man Acoustical Jam

Five Man Acoustical Jam is the third offering from Tesla. Released on the 9th of November, 1990, a date now etched in the annals of rock history.

Holy Diver

Holy Diver is the debut studio album by Dio, released in 1983. it’s a cornerstone of heavy metal history. Ronnie James Dio’s debut with his eponymous band marked a loud, clear declaration of heavy metal’s power and potential. Blending powerful vocals, intricate storytelling, and unforgettable riffs.

Poison: Open Up and Say…Ahh!

Open Up and Say…Ahh! is the second studio album by the iconic American glam metal band Poison, released on 27 April 1988. Widely regarded as their most successful and influential work.

Detroit Rock City (Film)

Detroit Rock City (1999) directed by Adam Rifkin and written by Carl V. Dupré. The film that follows four teenagers in a KISS tribute band on an adventure to see KISS in concert together.

Are You Experienced?: Debut Album by The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Are You Experienced? is the first album by The Jimi Hendrix Experience, released in 1967. It wasn’t just an album, It was a revolution. Jimi Hendrix didn’t just play the guitar; he rewrote the rules of what it could do. And this album? It was the spark that lit the fuse.

Tuff: the Biggest Unsigned Band in the World

Tuff, a glam metal band from Phoenix, Arizona, once proudly declared themselves “the biggest unsigned band in the world.” Bold claim, right? But where did that confidence come from? Well, let’s just say they had the hair, the attitude, and the sound to back it up—sort of.

The British Invasion: When British Bands Took Over America

The British Invasion is a term used to describe a time in the mid-1960s when British bands suddenly became massive in America (and pretty much everywhere else).

This period, roughly between 1964 and 1967, was a game-changer for music. Before this, British bands barely got a look-in across the pond. America had its own thriving music scene, and breaking into it was no easy feat.

Babylon A.D. (Album)

Babylon A.D. is the debut album by Babylon A.D. Released in 1989. It contains the metal hits “Bang Go The Bells”, “Hammer Swings Down” and “The Kid Goes Wild” which was also featured in the film RoboCop 2.

Saint Paul (Terry Knight)

“Saint Paul” is a song by Terry Knight, released in 1969.

Let me tell you about this fascinating piece of music history! “Saint Paul,” released in 1969, was Terry Knight’s most well-known song before he became famous as the manager of Grand Funk Railroad.

Don’t Come Easy: the Debut album from Tyketto

Don’t Come Easy is the Debut album by Tyketto, released in 1990

Back in ’87, Danny Vaughn had just wrapped up his stint with Waysted and he decided to start something new in the Big Apple.

He hooked up with this killer guitarist Brooke St. James, grabbed Jimi Kennedy to handle the bass, and brought in Michael Clayton to pound the drums. And just like that, Tyketto was born! These guys were part of that whole New York rock scene, you know, when the city was just pumping out great bands left and right. Classic American hard rock – the real deal.

I mean, picture it – 1987 in NYC, the rock scene was absolutely on fire, and here comes this new band ready to make their mark. Pretty cool origin story, right?