In the latest episode of "Hard N Heavy Headlines" with the vibrant Emmy Mack of RedHook, brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride through the buzzing lanes of the hard rock and heavy metal scene. In this electrifying edition, we bring you the freshest scoops from your favourite metal icons. Kickstarting the episode is an exclusive tidbit from Linkin Park's linchpin, Mike Shinoda, who teases some enigmatic new solo pieces that promise to be a haven for Linkin Park enthusiasts. Tune in to hear what he revealed at the grand BIGSOUND conference in Brisbane.

Furthermore, we bring you an intimate glimpse into the life of the revered Slipknot frontman, Corey Taylor, as he shares his ongoing battle with chronic pain owing to years on the road. Corey candidly speaks on the physical toll and how it is shaping his future performances.

In uplifting news, we reveal that Northlane is gearing up to grace the studios again with famed producer Will Putney. They hint at a revolutionary new album that embodies a fine blend of their timeless classics and a glimpse of what the future holds in the metal realm.

Last but not least, find out which classic metal tracks are topping the charts when it comes to the most searched lyrics on Google. You might find a few of your favourites in the list!

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