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HALESTORM's LZZY HALE Explains How She Ended Up Moving To Nashville
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Published: July 27, 2024 01:14
During a recent appearance on the "Life In The Stocks" podcast, HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale spoke about her decision to relocate to Nashville, Tennessee after spending most of her living in Red Lion, Pennsylvania. Asked if Nashville is truly the music…
MR. BIG Shares 'Daddy, Brother, Lover, Little Boy' Performance From Upcoming 'The BIG Finish Live' Album/Blu-Ray
Published: July 27, 2024 00:20
MR. BIG — Eric Martin (lead vocals), Paul Gilbert (guitar, vocals), Billy Sheehan (bass, vocals), Nick D'Virgilio (drums, vocals) — will release its last-ever live album, "The BIG Finish Live", on September 6 via the Evolution Music Group. "The BIG Finish…
METALLICA Shares 'Fuel' Pro-Shot Video From Warsaw Stop Of 'M72' Tour
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Published: July 26, 2024 23:51
Professionally filmed video of METALLICA performing the song "Fuel" on July 5 at PGE Narodowy in Warsaw, Poland during the 2024 leg of the band's "M72" tour can be seen below. In support of METALLICA's latest album, "72 Seasons", the band has been playing…
Watch: GOJIRA Performs At 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
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Published: July 26, 2024 18:44
French progressive metallers GOJIRA performed at today's (Friday, July 26) Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. GOJIRA's appearance at the event consisted of an "original" collaboration with opera singer Marina Viotti. According to the biography on her…
POWER TRIP: How The Decision To Return To Live Stage Came About
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Published: July 26, 2024 18:06
Texas thrashers POWER TRIP recently returned to the live stage for their first full performances since the tragic passing of frontman Riley Gale. POWER TRIP's longtime friend and collaborator Seth Gilmore has stepped in for Gale to handle vocals for the…
JOE SATRIANI Prepared For 'Best Of All Worlds' Tour By Watching Videos Of Other Guitarists Playing EDDIE VAN HALEN's Parts
Published: July 26, 2024 17:33
During an appearance on Thursday's (July 25) episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", Joe Satriani spoke about his participation in Sammy Hagar's summer 2024 tour, which kicked off on July 13 at the 20,000-capacity iTHINK Financial…
Wormwitch
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Published: July 26, 2024 16:50
A persistent, maverick menace amid a crowded black metal marketplace, WORMWITCH have been one of the most convincingly grim and violent bands of the last decade. All three of the Canadian band's albums to date ("Strike Mortal Soil", "Heaven that Dwells…
See Pro-Shot Video Of THE OFFSPRING's Performance With BRIAN MAY At 'Starmus VII' Festival
Published: July 26, 2024 16:40
Professionally filmed video of QUEEN guitarist Brian May joining forces with THE OFFSPRING for a performance of "Gone Away" and a cover of QUEEN's "Stone Cold Crazy" can be seen below. The unique collaboration was held on Day 3 (May 15) of the Starmus VII…
OZZY OSBOURNE Discusses His Craziest Stage Looks On Latest Episode Of 'The Madhouse Chronicles'
Published: July 26, 2024 16:19
Ozzy Osbourne and Billy Morrison — the longtime rhythm guitarist in Billy Idol's band and former bassist for THE CULT — have released the latest episode of their new Internet TV show, "The Madhouse Chronicles". Episode description: "Join Ozzy Osbourne and…
BLACK SABBATH's TONY IOMMI Launches 'Deified' Music Video And Perfume
Published: July 26, 2024 15:47
Tony Iommi and Xerjoff launch the second chapter of the Xerjoff Blends venture, with the release of Deified, the brand new perfume, accompanied by a new track of the same name written by Tony Iommi together with a mind-blowing music video, directed by…
VOLBEAT's MICHAEL POULSEN Collaborates With STETSON On Limited-Edition Cap
Published: July 26, 2024 15:05
Michael Poulsen, frontman for the multi-platinum Danish band VOLBEAT, has been a longtime Stetson fan — and now he's put his own stamp on the U.S.-born brand's signature aesthetic. The resulting limited-edition collaboration is available in Stetson stores…
ANDREAS KISSER And DERRICK GREEN Discuss Post-SEPULTURA Plans
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Published: July 26, 2024 14:38
In a new interview with Metal Hammer magazine, SEPULTURA guitarist Andreas Kisser and vocalist Derrick Green were asked about their plans for after the completion of the band's ongoing 40th-anniversary "farewell" tour. Andreas said: "I don't know, and it…
QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE Cancels More European Shows As JOSH HOMME Receives 'Continued Medical Care'
Published: July 26, 2024 14:05
QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE have canceled all August 2024 concerts of the band's European tour in order for frontman Josh Homme to receive "continued medical care" following his recent "emergency surgery". The band states: "Due to continued medical care, it is…
SERJ TANKIAN Releases Music Video For New Solo Single 'Justice Will Shine On'
Published: July 26, 2024 13:51
SYSTEM OF A DOWN frontman Serj Tankian has released the official music video for his new solo single "Justice Will Shine On". The track is taken from Tankian's upcoming solo EP, "Foundations", which is due on September 27 via Gibson Records. The…
CORY MARKS Enlists SULLY ERNA, MICK MARS And TRAVIS TRITT On '(Make My) Country Rock'
Published: July 26, 2024 13:29
Cory Marks will release his second full-length album, "Sorry For Nothing", on October 11 via Better Noise Music. The LP offers an unapologetic double-barreled blast of 13 songs, equally divided between Marks's breakthrough blend of arena-rock and roots…
POWERWOLF Shares Cinematic Music Video For 'We Don't Wanna Be No Saints'
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Published: July 26, 2024 13:03
POWERWOLF has shared the official music video for the third single, "We Don't Wanna Be No Saints", from its new studio album, "Wake Up The Wicked", which is being released today (Friday, July 26) via Napalm Records. POWERWOLF's cinematic new video…
MOTĂ–RHEAD And ROB ZOMBIE To Headline WARGAMING's 'Metal Fest' In 'World Of Tanks Modern Armor'
Published: July 26, 2024 12:24
Brace yourself for the ultimate metal experience, as Wargaming is back with the biggest and loudest music event of the year: Metal Fest. This summer, World Of Tanks Modern Armor is bringing a heavy dose of hard-rock insanity that'll blow your mind! The…
ALICE IN CHAINS' JERRY CANTRELL Announces 'I Want Blood' Solo Album, Shares New Solo Single 'Vilified'
Published: July 26, 2024 12:06
ALICE IN CHAINS guitarist Jerry Cantrell will release a new solo album, "I Want Blood", on October 18 via Double J Music. "This record is a serious piece of work. It's a motherfucker," Cantrell says of the collection. "It's hard, no doubt, and completely…
Watch: AXL ROSE Joins BILLY JOEL On Stage At Final Show Of Record-Breaking 10-Year Residency At Madison Square Garden
Published: July 26, 2024 05:52
GUNS N' ROSES singer Axl Rose joined Billy Joel on stage at the final show of Joel's run at Madison Square Garden in New York City Thursday night (July 25) to perform three songs: covers of WINGS' "Live And Let Die" and AC/DC's "Highway To Hell", as well…
SKID ROW's RACHEL BOLAN Marries Longtime Girlfriend (Photos)
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Published: July 25, 2024 21:09
SKID ROW bassist Rachel Bolan married his longtime girlfriend Leila Porreca on Tuesday, July 23. Leila, who is a registered nurse, took to her social media on Wednesday (July 24) to share a few pictures from the ceremony, and she wrote in an accompanying…
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's CHRIS KAEL Recounts 'Fanboy Moment' With METALLICA's JAMES HETFIELD
Published: July 25, 2024 20:22
During an appearance on Sweet Potato Pod With Todd Royce, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH bassist Chris Kael reflected on a recent "fanboy moment" involving one of his musical heroes. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I am a huge METALLICA fan. We are…
MĂ–TLEY CRĂśE's NIKKI SIXX: 'What I Don't Like About Media Is They Don't Do Their Research'
Published: July 25, 2024 19:43
In a new interview with Razor of the Tucson, Arizona radio station Rock 102.1 KFMA, MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx clarified his recent comment about not seeing "a reason right now to go" back "in the studio" with his bandmates and record more new music.…
CHEVELLE Signs With ALCHEMY RECORDINGS, Plots September/October Release For New Album
Published: July 25, 2024 18:40
CHEVELLE drummer Sam Loeffler has told TribLive.com that the band's new album is tentatively due in September or October. The follow-up to 2021's "Niratias" will mark CHEVELLE's first release through Alchemy Recordings following a long run with the Epic…
BILL WARD: 'I Would Love To Play' One Final Concert With BLACK SABBATH
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Published: July 25, 2024 18:18
Original BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward says that he "would love to play" one final concert with the band. Earlier today (Thursday, July 25), Ward took to his social media to write: "Hey ya, Bill Ward checking in regarding all the updates on a possible…
DARK ANGEL Begins Recording First New Album In More Than Three Decades
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Published: July 25, 2024 17:55
Reunited California thrash metal pioneers DARK ANGEL have officially entered the studio to begin recording their long-awaited new album. Earlier today, DARK ANGEL shared a video message from drummer Gene Hoglan from the studio, in which he said: "Hey,…
SLASH Names His Favorite Early AC/DC Albums
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Published: July 25, 2024 17:34
In a recent interview with Matt Pinfield of 95.5 KLOS's "New & Approved" show, legendary GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash was asked to name his favorite AC/DC album starting out. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "[1978's] 'Powerage'. Still…
GHOST Releases Animated Music Video For 'The Future Is A Foreign Land'
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Published: July 25, 2024 16:33
GHOST has released an animated music video for a new song called "The Future Is A Foreign Land". The Swedish band's "newly uncovered 1969-era" track is featured on the soundtrack to GHOST's debut film, "Rite Here Rite Now". According to GHOST, "The Future…
Watch: KERRY KING Performs In Orlando During 'Ashes Of Leviathan' Tour
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Published: July 25, 2024 16:18
Fan-filmed video of Kerry King's July 24 performance at the Orlando Amphitheater in Orlando, Florida can be seen below. The setlist for the concert was as follows: 01. Where I Reign 02. Trophies Of The Tyrant 03. Residue 04. Toxic 05. Idle Hands 06.…
TESTAMENT's CHUCK BILLY Says Seeing KISS In 1970s Changed His Life
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Published: July 25, 2024 15:59
On a recent episode of the "Talk Louder" podcast, hosted by veteran music journalist "Metal Dave" Glessner and lifelong hard rock/metal vocalist Jason McMaster (DANGEROUS TOYS), TESTAMENT singer Chuck Billy was asked what album or concert or TV appearance…
THE SWEET Releases New Single 'Little Miracle'
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Published: July 25, 2024 15:09
One of the most instantly recognizable — and successful — rock bands of the '70s was THE SWEET, who scored a string of hit albums and singles due to their highly melodic and anthemic sound and glam look. And now, the group is proud to announce the July 25…
GOJIRA To Perform At 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
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Published: July 25, 2024 14:32
French progressive metallers GOJIRA will perform at tomorrow's (Friday, July 26) Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. According to the French newspaper Le Parisien, GOJIRA's appearance at the event will consist of an "original" collaboration with opera…
ERIC MARTIN Admits He Is 'Second Guessing' MR. BIG's Decision To Call It Quits: 'I Hope We Do More Records'
Published: July 25, 2024 14:18
In a new interview with Joe Rock of Long Island's rock station 102.3 WBAB, MR. BIG frontman Eric Martin admitted that he is "second guessing" the announcement that that the group's ongoing "The BIG Finish" farewell will in fact mark the last time he and…
VINNY APPICE On RONNIE JAMES DIO: 'He Loved His Fans' And 'He Loved The Music'
Published: July 25, 2024 13:32
In a recent interview with Metal Swap Meet, Vinny Appice was asked what it was like to work with legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio in BLACK SABBATH, DIO and HEAVEN & HELL. The 66-year-old drummer responded (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): …
JEFF PILSON: 'There Is No Absolute End Date Yet' To FOREIGNER's Farewell Tour
Published: July 25, 2024 13:00
In a new interview with Ethan Dometrius, FOREIGNER bassist Jeff Pilson was asked how he and his bandmates came to a decision to embark what is being billed as the group's "farewell" tour. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, Kelly…
See MASTODON Perform Entire 'Leviathan' Album In Houston
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Published: July 25, 2024 12:18
Fan-filmed video of MASTODON's entire July 21 performance at the 713 Music Hall in Houston, Texas can be seen below. Featured songs: "Leviathan" album: 01:10 Blood And Thunder 05:10 I Am Ahab 08:10 Seabeast 13:05 Ísland 17:21 Iron Tusk 20:56 Megalodon…
GHOST Shares Animated Video For 'Mary On A Cross' From 'Rite Here Rite Now' Movie
Published: July 25, 2024 05:53
GHOST has released an animated video for the song "Mary On A Cross" taken from the band's recently released hit debut feature film "Rite Here Rite Now". Check it out below. "Rite Here Rite Now" premiered globally in cinemas on June 20 through 23, with…
Former EXODUS Guitarist RICK HUNOLT: 'GARY HOLT Is By Far One Of The Best Songwriters In All Of Thrash Metal'
Published: July 24, 2024 22:54
In a new interview with Pierre Gutiérrez of Rock Talks, former EXODUS guitarist Rick Hunolt was asked for his opinion of the band's last five studio albums that were recorded after he left the group. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Oh,…
See ANVIL's Entire Summer 2024 U.S. Tour Kick-Off Concert
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Published: July 24, 2024 21:33
Canadian metal legends ANVIL kicked off their summer 2024 U.S. tour on July 10 at Stone Church in Brattleboro, Vermont. Fan-filmed video of the entire concert can be seen below (courtesy of Airrick Nh). ANVIL released its 20th studio album "One And Only",…
GUS G. Looks Back On Joining OZZY OSBOURNE's Band: 'I Had To Step Up My Game Very Quickly'
Published: July 24, 2024 21:09
In a recent interview with Romania's Rock FM to promote his acoustic shows in the country with RAINBOW frontman Ronnie Romero, Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G., who joined Ozzy Osbourne's band a decade and a half ago, spoke about how he looks back on his time…
TOTO's STEVE PORCARO Sells Publishing Catalog, Artist Royalties To PRIMARY WAVE MUSIC
Published: July 24, 2024 19:55
Primary Wave Music, the leading independent publisher of iconic and legendary music in the world, announces today its partnership with keyboardist, songwriter, composer and one of the founders of the legendary rock band TOTO, Steve Porcaro. Terms of the…
POP EVIL's LEIGH KAKATY Would Have 'No Problems Making Singles' Instead Of Full-Length Albums
Published: July 24, 2024 19:28
In a new interview with "The Dark", an active rock music program that airs nightly from 7 p.m. to 4 a.m. on 94 Rocks KFML, POP EVIL singer Leigh Kakaty was asked if he and his bandmates still like putting out full-length albums or if they are starting to…
RUDOLF SCHENKER Promises 'Interesting Things' For SCORPIONS' 60th-Anniversary Celebration In 2025
Published: July 24, 2024 18:33
In a new interview with Spain's Mariskal Rock, SCORPIONS guitarist and founder Rudolf Schenker spoke about the band's upcoming 60th anniversary in 2025. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "60 years of SCORPIONS. Sounds like very old band. Maybe…
LACUNA COIL Is Putting Finishing Touches On New Studio Album: We Are 'Super Happy About The Result'
Published: July 24, 2024 17:49
Italian metallers LACUNA COIL are putting the finishing touches on their new studio album. Earlier today (Wednesday, July 24), LACUNA COIL bassist and main songwriter Marco "Maki" Coti-Zelati took to Instagram to share a photo from the studio, and he…
JEAN-PAUL GASTER: CLUTCH Is 'Refining' New Song Ideas Before Recording Next Studio Album
Published: July 24, 2024 17:28
In a new interview with Colombia's El Expreso Del Rock, CLUTCH drummer Jean-Paul Gaster spoke about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's follow-up to the "Sunrise On Slaughter Beach" album, which was released in September 2022. He said…
Watch: KINGS OF THRASH Kick Off 2024 Australian Tour In Canberra (4K Video)
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Published: July 24, 2024 16:45
KINGS OF THRASH, the band featuring former MEGADETH members David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar), kicked off a five-date tour of Australia on July 23 at The Baso in Canberra. 4K fan-filmed video of the entire concert can be seen below. For his…
TONY IOMMI On His Upcoming Single 'Deified': It Came Together 'The Same Way As I've Done Most Stuff'
Published: July 24, 2024 16:18
BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi recently announced a new signature cologne, another collaboration with Italian luxury perfume house Xerjoff. A combination of forces that play on the palindromic nature of sound, scent and sensorial sequences, Tony Iommi…
CARMINE APPICE On TED NUGENT: 'The Guy's Got Balls'
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Published: July 24, 2024 15:40
In a new interview with the Brutally Delicious podcast, Carmine Appice spoke about the guest appearance of Ted Nugent on CACTUS's latest album, "Temple Of Blues - Influences & Friends", which was released on June 7 via Cleopatra Records. Carmine said (as…
Metal Gods
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Published: July 24, 2024 15:06
Formed with the sole intention of celebrating the magic of '80s metal, DREAM EVIL have always been an easy band to get along with. From early albums like their 2002 debut "Dragonslayer" and the all-conquering "The Book Of Heavy Metal" (2004), to later…
Watch: LAMB OF GOD Performs Entire 'Ashes Of The Wake' Album In Houston
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Published: July 24, 2024 14:56
Fan-filmed video of LAMB OF GOD's entire July 21 performance at the 713 Music Hall in Houston, Texas can be seen below. The band's setlist was as follows: "Ashes Of The Wake" album 01. Laid To Rest 02. Hourglass 03. Now You've Got Something To Die For 04.…
BILLY SHEEHAN Says He 'Just Played Bass' On MR. BIG's New Album 'Ten': 'I Couldn't Make It For The Writing Sessions'
Published: July 24, 2024 13:56
In a new interview with Australia's Heavy, MR. BIG bassist Billy Sheehan spoke about the band's tenth studio album, "Ten". Released on July 12 via Frontiers Music Srl, the LP features 11 new original tracks written by singer Eric Martin and guitarist Paul…
JANE'S ADDICTION's Classic Lineup Releases First New Singe In 34 Years, 'Imminent Redemption'
Published: July 24, 2024 13:41
For the first time in over three decades, JANE'S ADDICTION's classic lineup consisting of vocalist Perry Farrell, guitarist Dave Navarro, drummer Stephen Perkins and bassist Eric Avery has reunited to release the new studio single, "Imminent Redemption",…
MICK FLEETWOOD Teams Up With Ukulele Virtuoso For 'Blues Experience' Album
Published: July 24, 2024 13:21
Renowned ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro has teamed up with drumming legend and FLEETWOOD MAC co-founder Mick Fleetwood to announce the release of their forthcoming album, "Blues Experience", due October 18 via Forty Below Records. Relix magazine has…
MICHAEL SCHENKER Shares Second Single 'Rock Bottom' From Upcoming Album 'My Years With UFO'
Published: July 24, 2024 12:18
The world of rock guitar has always been illuminated by a few virtuosic stars who shine brighter than the rest, and among them, Michael Schenker stands out as a comet blazing across the night sky. His tenure with the British hard rock band UFO during the…
Biography On MOTĂ–RHEAD Legend 'FAST' EDDIE CLARKE Coming In September
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Published: July 24, 2024 12:01
Coming in a robust box via BMG on September 6, "Make My Day: The Rock 'N' Roll Story Of Fast Eddie Clarke" celebrates the late MOTÖRHEAD/FASTWAY guitarist with a four-CD career retrospective and 320-page book written by veteran rock journalist Kris Needs…
BLACK SABBATH's GEEZER BUTLER: 'Unless You've Experienced True Depression, You Can't Describe It'
Published: July 23, 2024 23:32
In a recent interview with TalkShopLive, legendary BLACK SABBATH bassist Geezer Butler opened up about his past battles with depression. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Unless you've experienced true depression, you can't describe it. It's…
See Pro-Shot Video Of AC/DC Performing 'If You Want Blood' In Bratislava During Summer 2024 Tour
Published: July 23, 2024 23:02
Professionally filmed video of AC/DC performing the song "If You Want Blood (You've Got It)" on July 21 at Old Airport Vajnory in Bratislava, Slovakia can be seen below. The setlist for the show was as follows, according to Setlist.fm: 01. If You Want…
EXODUS Bassist JACK GIBSON: 'I'm A T-Shirt Salesman. I'm Not A Musician.'
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Published: July 23, 2024 22:49
In a new interview with Danielle Bloom, EXODUS bassist Jack Gibson was asked what advice he would give to musicians who are just starting out, as well as to those musicians who maybe are a little jaded at this point in their career. He responded (as…
Watch: METALLICA Members Learn To Press Vinyl While Creating Their Own Copies Of 'Ride The Lightning'
Published: July 23, 2024 22:01
Even with 43 years and 12 LPs under their belts, METALLICA can still learn a thing or two about making a record from the fine folks at Furnace Record Pressing. In the video below, METALLICA's James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo…
See METALLICA's JAMES HETFIELD In Trailer For Upcoming Dark Western Thriller 'The Thicket'
Published: July 23, 2024 21:40
Tubi Films has released the first trailer for its upcoming dark western thriller "The Thicket", which includes a role by METALLICA's James Hetfield. Check it out below. Based on Joe R. Lansdale's novel of the same name, "The Thicket" will be released in…
IAN PAICE Looks Back On DEEP PURPLE's Career: 'It's Been Good, And I Want It To Be Good For A Little While Longer'
Published: July 23, 2024 20:50
In a new interview with Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz, Ian Paice addressed the fact that DEEP PURPLE is largely considered to be an underrated rock band in America, unlike in Europe where they have always been able to headline bigger venues. The…
Watch: Reunited ALL SHALL PERISH Performs At Ohio's INKCARCERATION MUSIC & TATTOO FESTIVAL
Published: July 23, 2024 20:09
Northern California extreme metallers ALL SHALL PERISH played their second concert in 10 years this past Saturday (July 20) at the Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival at the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio. Fan-filmed video of the show can be…
LEMMY's Dressing Room To Be Recreated At U.K.'s BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR Festival
Published: July 23, 2024 18:57
A recreation of MOTÖRHEAD icon Lemmy's dressing room will be available for viewing at this year's Bloodstock Open Air festival, set to take place from Thursday, August 8 to Sunday, August 11 at Catton Park, Walton-on-Trent, United Kingdom. Fans attending…
DEFTONES Announce 2024 Edition Of 'Dia De Los Deftones' Festival
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Published: July 23, 2024 18:31
DEFTONES have announced the 2024 installment of their music festival, Dia De Los Deftones. The event, which returned in 2022 for the first time since 2019, will take place on November 2, 2024 at Petco Park in San Diego. Joining the influential alt-metal…
Ex-IRON MAIDEN Singer PAUL DI'ANNO On ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME: I Think 'It's A Load Of B******s'
Published: July 23, 2024 18:13
In a new interview with Jeff Gaudiosi of MisplacedStraws.com, former IRON MAIDEN singer Paul Di'Anno has commented on the band's nomination for the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame's class of 2021 and 2023. While MAIDEN has been eligible to join the Rock And…
TESTAMENT's CHUCK BILLY Says His Debut Solo Album Could Be Produced By HATEBREED's JAMEY JASTA
Published: July 23, 2024 17:44
During an appearance on a recent episode of Full Metal Jackie's nationally syndicated radio show, TESTAMENT frontman Chuck Billy confirmed that he is still planning to release a solo album. He said: "Actually, at the Milwaukee Metal Fest [in May], I spoke…
Category 7
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Published: July 23, 2024 17:04
If you want metal, CATEGORY 7 have got it. As much as it often pays to avoid using the word 'supergroup', this meeting of veteran minds can hardly be described in any other way. Formed by certified guitar legends Phil Demmel (KERRY KING / ex-MACHINE HEAD)…
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's ANDY JAMES: 'I Do My Job, I Turn Up' And I'm Not 'An A**hole'
Published: July 23, 2024 16:47
British musician Andy James, who joined FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH in 2020 as the replacement for the band's longtime guitarist Jason Hook, spoke about how he landed the gig during a recent chat with Andertons Music Co. He said (as transcribed by…
Wake Up The Wicked
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Published: July 23, 2024 16:09
Inimitable and unstoppable, POWERWOLF have become one of the world's biggest metal bands over the last decade. A distinctly gothic alternative to the brash pomp of the power metal mainstream, the Germans have nurtured their self-created niche with great…
JOHN BUSH Has Some 'Newer Ideas' About How He Can Celebrate His Era Of ANTHRAX On Tour
Published: July 23, 2024 15:34
In a brand new interview with Eonmusic, former ANTHRAX and current ARMORED SAINT frontman John Bush was once again asked whether he is still open to the idea of embarking on a special tour — either with the current ANTHRAX band or with a specially chosen…
FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY Announces 'The Nothing That Is' Album, Fall 2024 U.S. Tour
Published: July 23, 2024 14:47
Metal band FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY will release a new album, "The Nothing That Is", on October 25 via Nuclear Blast. Fans can look forward to their first taste of new music this Friday, July 26 with the release of lead single and music video "Hostage". The band…
DOROTHY Says Streaming Services Need To Pay Artists 'A Lot More For The Songs'
Published: July 23, 2024 14:13
In a new interview with Ned of the Rock 108 radio station, Dorothy Martin, the Hungarian-born frontwoman of her eponymous outfit DOROTHY, spoke about the importance of streaming in supporting music industry revenues. She said (as transcribed by…
Watch GREAT WHITE's Entire Performance In Toledo
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Published: July 23, 2024 13:42
The Jordan's Rock Vault YouTube channel has uploaded video of GREAT WHITE's entire July 19 performance at Promenade Pavilion in Toledo, Ohio. Check out the footage below. Featured songs: 00:00 Desert Moon 05:50 Lady Red Light 10:30 House Of Broken Love…
SLAYER/KERRY KING Drummer PAUL BOSTAPH To Release Art Collection Built From His Rhythms
Published: July 23, 2024 12:59
SLAYER and KERRY KING drummer Paul Bostaph has collaborated with Los Angeles art team SceneFour on the creation of new artwork built from his rhythms. Performing with drumsticks that light, much like a painter uses brushes with oils, Bostaph constructed…
BLACK SABBATH's OZZY OSBOURNE And GEEZER BUTLER Star In Commercial For Birmingham Football Club ASTON VILLA
Published: July 23, 2024 12:22
BLACK SABBATH's Ozzy Osbourne and Geezer Butler are featured in a new commercial for the home kit for the Aston Villa football (soccer) club. Soundtracked by BLACK SABBATH's "Paranoid", the one-minute clip sees the Birmingham, United Kingdom heavy metal…
KIRK HAMMETT, RINGO STARR, SLASH, NANCY WILSON, Others Record 'Happy Birthday' Video Messages For JASON BECKER
Published: July 22, 2024 23:36
Ringo Starr (THE BEATLES), Slash (GUNS N' ROSES), Nancy Wilson (HEART) and Kirk Hammett (METALLICA) are among the musicians who have contributed short messages to a video celebrating the 55th birthday of guitar shred pioneer Jason Becker. Check out the…
OVERKILL's D.D. VERNI: 'I'm Not A SPOTIFY Guy'
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Published: July 22, 2024 23:08
In a new interview with Seb Di Gatto of The Metal Gods Meltdown, OVERKILL bassist D.D. Verni admitted that he prefers physical product to downloads/streaming. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "When I buy music now, I'm not like a Spotify guy…
YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Says He 'Never Practiced' Guitar: 'I Played As If I Was Performing'
Published: July 22, 2024 21:23
In a new interview with United Rock Nations, legendary guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen was asked if he spent "many hours each day practicing" his guitar playing when he was a kid. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I didn't practice. I never…
JAY WEINBERG Is 'Not Ready Yet' To Talk About His Exit From SLIPKNOT: 'I Have A Fantastic Therapist Who Helps Me'
Published: July 22, 2024 20:23
During an appearance on the latest episode of the "One Life One Chance With Toby Morse" podcast, drummer Jay Weinberg addressed his surprise firing from SLIPKNOT last November, saying (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Truth be told, I'm at kind of a…
TREMONTI's Sixth Album To Arrive In January 2025
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Published: July 22, 2024 19:33
In a new interview with Cutter's RockCast, world-renowned CREED and ALTER BRIDGE guitarist/songwriter Mark Tremonti confirmed that he has completed work on the sixth album from his solo band TREMONTI.  "We have a record mastered, ready to go," he said. "We…
METALLICA Scholars Initiative Workforce Education Program Now Nationwide In All 50 States
Published: July 22, 2024 18:51
All Within My Hands (AWMH), the non-profit, philanthropic organization created by the members and management of METALLICA, is proud to announce the largest expansion of its Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI) and its largest grant to date. With the launch…
Why ATREYU Decided To Cover AUDIOSLAVE's 'Like A Stone': 'No One's Really Touched That Song'
Published: July 22, 2024 18:15
ATREYU guitarists Dan Jacobs and Travis Miguel spoke to "The Dark", an active rock music program that airs nightly on 94 Rocks KFML, about "The Pronoia Sessions" — the band's upcoming collection of eight reimagined greatest hits and two nostalgic tribute…
METALLICA Announces 2024 'Helping Hands Concert & Auction'
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Published: July 22, 2024 17:29
METALLICA and its All Within My Hands foundation have confirmed that the fourth "Helping Hands Concert & Auction" will take place December 13 at YouTube Theater in Los Angeles. Hosted once again by Jimmy Kimmel, this year's event will mark the return of…
DEATH ANGEL 'Would Love' To Release Double Album As Follow-Up To 'Humanicide'
Published: July 22, 2024 17:11
In a new interview with Monterrey Rock, DEATH ANGEL bassist Damien Sisson spoke about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's follow-up to 2019's "Humanicide" album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "We are currently in the…
BLACK STAR RIDERS Drop Previously Unreleased Song 'Why Are The Rats?'
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Published: July 22, 2024 16:18
BLACK STAR RIDERS will headline a special show at KK's Steel Mill in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom on Friday, November 15, 2024 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of U.K.'s Planet Rock radio. BLACK STAR RIDERS' Ricky Warwick said: "As you all know, we have…
JOHN BUSH Wants To Release Album From His Rockabilly Project ELECTRIC SPAGHETTI
Published: July 22, 2024 15:35
Former ANTHRAX and current ARMORED SAINT singer John Bush may be best known as one of the finest voices in metal, but he's planning something very different. Once sought out to replace James Hetfield in METALLICA, the vocalist is keen to secure a release…
Watch AC/DC Perform In Bratislava During Summer 2024 'Power Up' European Tour
Published: July 22, 2024 14:54
Fan-filmed video of AC/DC's July 21 concert at Old Airport Vajnory in Bratislava, Slovakia can be seen below (courtesy of the Milos Pavlik YouTube channel). The setlist for the show was as follows, according to Setlist.fm: 01. If You Want Blood (You've Got…
SWEET Announces Final Studio Album, 'Full Circle'
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Published: July 22, 2024 14:22
Legendary rock band SWEET will release its new studio album, "Full Circle", on September 20, 2024 via Metalville Records. According to a press release, the LP will be SWEET's final studio album ever. SWEET is a rock music phenomena that has taken the world…
REPENTANCE To Support ORBIT CULTURE In Detroit, Chicago
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Published: July 22, 2024 14:01
Chicago, Illinois-based metallers REPENTANCE will provide direct support for the Swedish metal act ORBIT CULTURE on August 19 at Majestic Theater in Detroit, Michigan and August 20 at the Bottom Lounge in Chicago, Illinois. REPENTANCE is promoting its…
Watch: ACE FREHLEY Performs In St. Ignace, Michigan
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Published: July 22, 2024 13:28
The Big Talk and Jordan's Rock Vault YouTube channels have uploaded video of Ace Frehley's entire July 20 performance at "80's Rock Invasion" at Kewadin Casino in Saint Ignace, Michigan. Featured songs in the Big Talk video: 01. Shock Me 0:00 02. Deuce…
SLASH Is Mourning Death Of 25-Year-Old Stepdaughter LUCY-BLEU KNIGHT
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Published: July 22, 2024 12:59
GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash is mourning the death of his stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight, who died on July 19 at the age of 25. The iconic GUNS N' ROSES guitarist canceled four tour dates of his "S.E.R.P.E.N.T." blues festival tour to grieve his…
Watch: BRUCE DICKINSON Performs IRON MAIDEN's 'Alexander The Great' At Greece's RELEASE Festival
Published: July 22, 2024 12:35
According to Rockpages.gr, IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson performed the band's classic song "Alexander The Great" during his solo concert Sunday night (July 21) at the Release festival in Athens, Greece. At the end of Bruce's regular set, after playing…
OZZY OSBOURNE: Official Coloring Book Now Available
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Published: July 22, 2024 12:06
Critically acclaimed leading publisher of music books and animation Fantoons has announced the release of Ozzy Osbourne: The Official Coloring Book on July 23, 2024. The book is also available at the best bookstores nationwide and around the world. "The…
Watch: ACCEPT Joined By JUDAS PRIEST's ANDY SNEAP For 'Balls To The Wall' Performance In Athens
Published: July 21, 2024 22:25
German/American heavy metal legends ACCEPT were joined by their longtime producer — and JUDAS PRIEST touring guitarist — Andy Sneap on stage earlier today (Sunday, July 21) at the Release festival in Athens, Greece for a performance of the ACCEPT classic…
SLASH: Four Shows On 'S.E.R.P.E.N.T.' Festival Tour Canceled 'Due To Unforeseen Circumstances'
Published: July 21, 2024 20:27
Due to "unforeseen circumstances," four shows on Slash's nationwide "S.E.R.P.E.N.T." blues festival tour have been canceled. Refunds will be available at points of purchase. Affected dates: July 22 - Cincinnati, OH - PNC Pavilion at Riverbend July 24 -…
Watch: SEBASTIAN BACH Joined By 11-year-Old Stepson For 'Youth Gone Wild' Performance In Las Vegas
Published: July 21, 2024 20:02
Sebastian Bach was joined by his 11-year-old stepson Trace on guitar and his 35-year-old son Paris on drums for a performance of the SKID ROW classic "Youth Gone Wild" during Sebastian's free July 20 concert at the Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las…
DEEP PURPLE's IAN GILLAN: 'SIMON MCBRIDE Has Been Amazing'
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Published: July 21, 2024 19:06
In a new interview with Qobuz, Ian Gillan was asked about DEEP PURPLE's announcement in 2022 that he and his bandmates had welcomed guitarist Simon McBride as an official member of the group. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It was…
ANVIL's LIPS Floats 9/11 And JFK Assassination Conspiracy Theories
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Published: July 21, 2024 17:37
In a new interview with Brazil's Alma Hard, frontman Steve "Lips" Kudlow of Canadian metal legends ANVIL was asked what inspired the lyrics for songs like "Truth Is Dying" and "World Of Fools" from the band's latest album, "One And Only". He said (as…
AGNOSTIC FRONT Has Written Eight Songs For Next Studio Album
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Published: July 21, 2024 16:27
In a new interview with Prescription Punk Rock, vocalist Roger Miret of New York hardcore legends AGNOSTIC FRONT confirmed that he and his bandmates are working on material for the follow-up to 2019's "Get Loud!" album. "We're currently writing right now,"…
STEVEN WILSON Struggles To Hear That It's Not Him Singing A.I.-Created Songs: 'This Is Uncanny, Almost Surreal'
Published: July 21, 2024 15:12
Acclaimed British musician, singer-songwriter and record producer Steven Wilson has expressed his concern for the rise of artificial intelligence (A.I.) in the music industry. His comments come after several songs used A.I. technology to "clone" his vocals…
MĂ–TLEY CRĂśE's JOHN 5 Defends Bands Who Continue Without All Original Members
Published: July 21, 2024 14:17
In a new interview with The Jeremy White Show, John 5, who joined MÖTLEY CRÜE in the fall of 2022 as the replacement for the band's co-founding guitarist Mick Mars, spoke about classic rock and heavy metal bands who continue to tour and record even when…
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