95-Year-Old William Shatner Debuts Metal Band At Riot Fest Aftershow
William Shatner launching a metal band at 95 is the kind of gloriously unexpected move that reminds us why music matters full stop, and honestly we're here for it. Whether you're a lifelong metalhead or someone who just appreciates the sheer audacity of reinventing yourself at that stage of life, there's something brilliant about an icon refusing to be put in a box. Cledvibes Radio listeners love a good curveball, and this is about as curveballed as it gets. That's the spirit of music right there: no rules, no regrets, just making a noise and seeing who wants to join in.
From Stereogum: New heavy metal enthusiast William Shatner and his metal group the *uckers made their debut on Sept. 19 at Park West in Chicago. He and his band — composed of guitarists Marcus Nand and Britt Lightning, bassist Phil Soussan, and drummer Fred Achin — are performing tonight at Riot Fest on the Rebel Stage. But last night they did a warm up gig for fans. The post 95-Year-Old William Shatner Debuts Me…