To use backing tracks or not? It's one of the hottest topics in the world of rock and metal and there are some very nuanced responses to the question when it comes to how you present your band in the ...

Backing tracks being used live have caused a bit of a stir over the past year. Folks like Edsel Dope and John Petrucci don't really see the issue with them depending on what the artist is doing, while ...

We live in a time when there is increasing scrutiny on the use of pre-recorded vocals by live performers. Some critics argue that the use of backing tracks is misleading and unfair to fans, while ...

The No Playback metal festival in Germany is guaranteeing all their acts will be live and authentic. Meaning, NO backing tracks or pre-recorded music from any of the bands that hit the stage. We were ...

Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott wants fans to know that when you come to one of the band’s concerts, you’re hearing the real thing. In an interview with Stereogum, Elliott addressed recent rumors ...