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JASON HOOK On His Exit From FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH: 'I Felt The Urge To Lead Without My Hands Tied Behind My Back'

In a new interview with the TODDCast Podcast, former FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH guitarist Jason Hook reflected on his exit from the band more than four years ago. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Yeah, at the point where it happened, it was actually — I think it was time, on both sides. T...

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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Releases New Single 'Burned My Bridges'

Veteran Arizona thrashers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM have released a new song called "Burned My Bridges". The track is the third single from the band's upcoming 15th studio album "I Am The Weapon", which will arrive on September 13, 2024 via AFM Records. Along with the album pre-orders, which are now underw...

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Watch HAGAR, ANTHONY, SATRIANI And BONHAM Rehearse VAN HALEN's 'Poundcake' For Upcoming Tour

Video of Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, Joe Satriani and Jason Bonham rehearsing the VAN HALEN song "Poundcake" for their upcoming summer 2024 tour can be seen below. Produced by Live Nation, the 28-date "The Best Of All Worlds" tour will commence on July 13 in West Palm Beach, Florida and will concl...

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CATEGORY 7 Feat. OVERKILL, EXODUS, ARMORED SAINT And Ex-MACHINE HEAD Members: 'Mousetrap' Music Video Released

CATEGORY 7, the new band featuring former MACHINE HEAD and current KERRY KING guitarist Phil Demmel, ex-ADRENALINE MOB guitarist Mike Orlando, ARMORED SAINT/ex-ANTHRAX singer John Bush, OVERKILL/SHADOWS FALL drummer Jason Bittner and EXODUS bassist Jack Gibson, will release its self-titled debut alb...

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METALLICA's Former Producer On Lack Of Bass In '...And Justice For All' Mix: 'I Was' Mad When I First Heard It

In a new interview with Chris Akin Presents, METALLICA's former producer Fleming Rasmussen discussed the sound of the band's "...And Justice For All" album. While "...And Justice For All" is considered one of METALLICA's classics, it has been criticized almost since the day it was released in 1988 f...

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JASON HOOK On His Final Weeks As Member Of FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH: 'I Didn't Feel Like I Was Surrounded By Anyone Who Cared About Me'

In a new interview with Talkin' Bout Rock, former FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH guitarist Jason Hook reflected on his December 2019 surgery to have his gallbladder removed. Hook's operation took place just hours after the band was forced to postpone a show in Duluth, Minnesota. The final two concerts of F...

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DEATH ANGEL Is Preparing To Record Tenth Studio Album

San Francisco Bay Area metallers DEATH ANGEL will enter the studio in a few weeks to begin recording the follow-up to 2019's "Humanicide" album. On Saturday (June 29),DEATH ANGEL drummer Will Carroll took to his Facebook page to write: "So….I'll be entering the recording studio in a few weeks to tr...

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Ex-FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Guitarist JASON HOOK Doesn't Have To Run His Ideas By A Committee For Approval In His New Band FLAT BLACK

In a new interview with the On The Road To Rock podcast with Clint Switzer, former FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH guitarist Jason Hook spoke about the blend of melody and aggression on the upcoming debut album from his band FLAT BLACK, "Dark Side Of The Brain", which will arrive on July 19 via Fearless Rec...

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BODY COUNT's 'Merciless' Album Features 'One Surprise Guest Who's Gonna Blow Everyone Away'

BODY COUNT guitarist Ernie "C" Cunnigan spoke to France's Loud TV about the band's upcoming album, "Merciless", which is tentatively due this summer. "I have to say we have a lot of guests on the album," he said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). "And we have one surprise guest that's gonna blow...

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JOHN BONHAM's Grandson JAGER HENRY Announces Debut EP, 'Heart Of Thorns'

Stepping out from the shadows of family history is always a challenge, but when your surname is that of two of the most famous drummers in musical history, the task can be even more daunting. For Jager Henry — son of powerhouse drummer Jason Bonham and the grandson of LED ZEPPELIN drum icon John Bon...

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DOWN Shares Video Recap Of Louisiana Pop-Up Concerts

DOWN has shared a video recap of the band's two pop-up concerts in Louisiana. The gigs took place on June 20 at Southport Hall in New Orleans and on June 21 at Varsity Theatre in Baton Rouge. DOWN announced two pop-up shows for last week in Louisiana after the band's previously announced concert in...

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Watch: DOWN Performs 'Pop-Up' Concert In Baton Rouge

DOWN played the second of two Louisiana "pop-up" shows last Friday night (June 21) at Varsity Theatre in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Fan-filmed video of the concert is available below (courtesy of Adam Lancaster YouTube channel) The band's setlist was as follows, according to Setlist.fm: 01. Eyes O...

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OZZY OSBOURNE/BLACK SABBATH Touring Drummer TOMMY CLUFETOS Announces Summer 2024 TOMMY'S ROCKTRIP Shows

TOMMY'S ROCKTRIP, drummer Tommy Clufetos's (OZZY OSBOURNE, BLACK SABBATH) hard rock outfit where he offers his take on the rock 'n roll influences that made him one of the most sought-after drummers in the current hard rock scene, will play the following shows this summer: Jul. 13 - Eighth Room - Na...

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BODY COUNT's ICE-T Explains Importance Of Having His Family On Tour With Him: 'It's More Fun'

In a new interview with Graspop Metal Meeting, BODY COUNT frontman, hip-hop legend, actor and director Ice-T was asked how important it is for him to be surrounded by friends and family on tour these days. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I really wouldn't do this if I couldn't do...

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Watch: DOWN Returns To Live Stage For First Time In Nearly Two Years

DOWN played the first of two Louisiana "pop-up" shows last night (Thursday, June 20) at Southport Hall in New Orleans. Fan-filmed video of the concert is available below. The band's setlist was as follows, according to Setlist.fm: 01. Lysergik Funeral Procession 02. Hail The Leaf 03. Lifer 04. The S...