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BBC News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'I still get nervous' says Download's heavy metal hairdresser
The self-styled "Heavy Metal Hairdresser" spent the weekend clipping the locks of rock royalty at Donington Park's Download Tuckwell, from Ilkeston, Derbyshire, has built up a reputation as a demon barber with his alternative and metal-themed salon in has looked after the locks of the likes of Slipknot singer Corey Taylor and last year's Download headliners Avenged Sevenfold, been invited to join bands on tour, and even sells his own 2025, the festival invited him along for the whole weekend - and Simon said "honestly I still can't quite believe it". "I do get quite nervous because I'm a massive metal fan," he told the BBC."I look up to these bands and I've listened to them since I was a kid some of them, so I feel that immense pressure to look after them."They're going to be seen in front of 100,000 people and however many at home on these giant screens so I have to make sure their hair looks absolutely killer." Over the weekend Simon and his Access All Haireas set-up hosted the likes of Sikth, Shinedown and headliners said: "I've been a huge Korn fan since I was about 14, they were the first CD that I bought with my own money that I'd made, I've got Korn tattoos - but I have to play it really cool when I go and do the hair."We've had some incredible bands but again it's when they come and sit in the chair, you know these huge rock stars, they're just people aren't they."I talk to them about their families, their tour schedule, what they're looking forward to when they get home because some of them have been on tour for months." Fringe festival He continued: "With music in general but especially in the rock and metal scene, hair is synonymous with the look. It's big, it's grungy, they want to look really cool."We do a lot of beard trims while we're here at Download and we make sure that the hair looks incredible, - some of them have been on the road for months so they just want someone to look after them."Watching all of these really quaffed metal heads going out on stage has been a highlight of the weekend." After the Castle Donington festival gig, it's back to the day job now for that often involves being invited on tour or backstage to arena said: "We now have bands that request for us to go out on tour with them, which is the closest I will ever get to being a rock star, and we do a lot of the arena shows, especially if they come through Nottingham."I've really carved out this incredible metal and alt community. I have people come to my salon in Nottingham and they literally travel sometimes from all over the world to come and get a haircut"We've been able to really help people find their identity, we've helped people build their confidence, change their look and honestly I would never get bored of it because it's incredible to watch somebody grow and see them change in the chair."It's been a dream come true."
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
Docs: Twin brothers arrested after pursuit, gunfire during high-speed chase in Snohomish County
Two men accused of shooting at a Snohomish County deputy during a high-speed chase have been identified as identical twin brothers, according to newly filed probable cause documents. The pursuit began shortly before 10 p.m. on June 4, when a Monroe police officer attempted to stop a white 2020 Nissan Pathfinder near an AMPM gas station on Roosevelt Road. The officer recognized the vehicle as being associated with 31-year-old Corey J. Taylor, who had an active misdemeanor warrant. When a man matching Corey's description ran to the Pathfinder and drove away, the officer initiated a traffic stop. The vehicle initially appeared to pull over, then sped off westbound on State Route 2. The Monroe officer chose not to pursue. A short time later, a Snohomish County deputy spotted the Pathfinder driving recklessly and obtained permission to chase the vehicle after it passed cars by crossing into oncoming traffic and nearly caused a head-on collision. The deputy reported the Pathfinder exited onto Bunk Foss Road and turned off its lights in an apparent attempt to hide. When the deputy approached with lights and sirens on, the SUV sped away again at speeds reaching 88 mph. As the pursuit continued, the deputy said the front passenger leaned out the window and fired at least seven rounds at his patrol car in two separate volleys. Muzzle flashes and the sound of gunfire were caught on his body-worn camera. At one point, the suspect pointed a handgun directly at him while the vehicle was moving, the deputy said. The pursuit continued through Snohomish at high speeds — in some areas topping 100 mph — with the suspects running multiple stop signs and red lights. At the city's Cady Park boat launch, the Pathfinder appeared to get trapped between patrol cars and a barrier. Deputies said both suspects exited through the front passenger window and tried to run away. The passenger, identified as Corey Taylor, ran into a wooded area and resisted arrest, refusing to give up his hands until force was used. The driver, identified as Richard C. Taylor, was detained near the vehicle. Investigators said three bullet holes were found in Deputy Pike's patrol car, including one directly in line with where he had been sitting. A semi-automatic handgun with a magazine still inserted was found on the Pathfinder's front passenger floorboard. Corey Taylor was booked on suspicion of first-degree assault with a firearm, drive-by shooting, and resisting arrest. Richard Taylor faces charges including felony eluding, reckless driving, and drive-by shooting.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Iconic heavy metal band add Glasgow date to their anniversary tour
Steel Panther have announced that they have added a Glasgow date to their America and European tour. The heavy metal band will perform at Glasgow's O2 Academy on Monday, June 16, as part of their Feel The Steel 15th Anniversary World Tour. READ MORE: Impractical Jokers star set to perform in Glasgow on UK tour Ticket presales will begin on Wednesday, March 19, at 10am, with general sales starting on Friday, March 21, at 10am via Before the extra date was added to the tour Glaswegian fans would have to travel to Dublin to see the band. READ MORE: Elderly women rushed to hospital after being struck by car The tour celebrates the 15th anniversary of their debut album, Feel The Steel, which was originally released on June 8, 2009, and includes fan-favourite tracks such as Death To All But Metal, Community Property, and Girl From Oklahoma. The album featured collaborations with notable artists including Corey Taylor of Slipknot, M. Shadows of Avenged Sevenfold, Justin Hawkins of The Darkness, and Scott Ian of Anthrax. READ MORE: Major star announces anniversary tour kicking off in Glasgow Steel Panther, formed in 2000, has been pivotal in reviving interest in heavy metal this century. The current band lineup includes Michael Starr on lead vocals, Satchel on lead guitar, Spyder on bass, and Stix Zadinia on drums. More information about the tour, including VIP packages, meet and greets, and exclusive merchandise, can be found at Fans can also order the Feel The Steel 15th Anniversary Edition in various formats at with exclusive digital content available only to those who order from the website.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Slipknot Perform 'Gematria (The Killing Name),' Song Corey Taylor Thought They'd Never Play Live: Watch
The post Slipknot Perform 'Gematria (The Killing Name),' Song Corey Taylor Thought They'd Never Play Live: Watch appeared first on Consequence. Slipknot finally performed the song 'Gematria (The Killing Name)' on Friday night (February 28th) at the kickoff of their Knotfest Australia mini-tour in Melbourne. The track from 2008's All Hope Is Gone is one that frontman Corey Taylor previously believed the band would 'never play' live. 'Gematria (The Killing Name)' was the third song of the set, following favorites '(sic)' and 'People = Shit.' Overall, Slipknot played 14 songs, with 'Psychosocial' being the only other tune represented from All Hope Is Gone. In 2023, during an interview with the All Things Music podcast (as transcribed by Revolver), Taylor explained that if it were up to him, the band would've already performed 'Gematria (The Killing Name),' but that his bandmates weren't too keen on playing the song. 'I've always wanted to open a concert with 'Gematria,'' he explained. 'There are certain odiums around the way that that song was created and recorded, which is why some of the guys in the band are like, 'Fuck that, we'll never play it.'' He continued, '[The reason] isn't even sentimental…It's resentment. But for me, man, it's such a fucking burner that I just love that song. I can listen to that shit all fucking day. It just comes screaming out of no-fucking-where. But it'll never happen. Unless the Pope ends up opening up for Slipknot someday, that shit will never happen.' Slipknot have three more Australia shows and one New Zealand date coming up, followed by a run of European festivals in June (pick up tickets here). As of now, their only North American show of 2025 is slated for July 19th at the Inkcarceration Festival in Mansfield, Ohio. Watch Slipknot give 'Gematria (The Killing Name)' its live debut in Melbourne, Australia below. Enjoy Slipknot's All Hope Is Gone and more on Amazon Music Unlimited, which is currently offering a four month subscription at 50% off its normal price. More details here. Slipknot Perform 'Gematria (The Killing Name),' Song Corey Taylor Thought They'd Never Play Live: Watch Spencer Kaufman Popular Posts Tony Hawk Wishes Kurt Cobain Could Meet Their Shared Grandson Michelle Trachtenberg Dead at 39 Gene Hackman and Wife's Deaths Ruled "Suspicious" as Investigators Find No Signs of Gas Leak J6 Prison Choir to Perform at Kennedy Center The 69 Sexiest Film Scenes of All Time Wu-Tang Clan Announce Final Tour with Run the Jewels as Special Guest Subscribe to Consequence's email digest and get the latest breaking news in music, film, and television, tour updates, access to exclusive giveaways, and more straight to your inbox.
