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Corey Taylor – ‘CMF2’ Album Review

Posted October 5, 2023 by musicmattersmedia

Photo Credit: Pamela Littky After the success of Corey Taylor’s first solo album CMFT in 2020, it’s safe to say that those familiar with Corey Taylor’s work (whether it be Slipknot or solo) were excited about his next solo project. CMF2 is a sequel to Taylor’s first album and an improvement to its predecessor. One… Read more

2000s Throwback Gallery: Korn ‘Family Values’ Tour 2006 with Stone Sour

Posted September 30, 2021 by musicmattersmedia

Korn ‘Family Values’ Tour 2006 with Stone Sour at the Tweeter Center Camden, New Jersey Stone Sour Korn Photography by: Steve Trager

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