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OPETH's MIKAEL ÅKERFELDT: 'I Don't Really See Myself As A Singer Or A Guitar Player For That Matter'
In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, OPETH guitarist/vocalist Mikael Åkerfeldt spoke about his evolution as a singer. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don't really see myself as a singer — or a guitar player for that matter. I see myself as a — I am a musician. I like to come...August 11, 2024
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Watch: KERRY KING Performs In Reading, Pennsylvania During 'Ashes Of Leviathan' Tour
Fan-filmed video of Kerry King's entire August 8 performance at the Santander Arena in Reading, Pennsylvania 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. Shrapnel 07. Raining Blood (SLAYER song) 0...August 9, 2024
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New Unauthorized RUSH Book 'Rush At 50' Due In September
"Rush At 50", the new book by rock journalist and author Daniel Bukszpan, will be released on September 17, 2024 via Motorbooks, an imprint of the Quarto group. Like previous titles in the "@" series, "Rush At 50" is a comprehensive, beautifully produced, photo-packed bio of the beloved rock trio, e...August 8, 2024
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Is DAVE MUSTAINE One Of The More 'Misunderstood' Figures In Rock And Roll? He Weighs In
In a new interview with Tom Reardon of the Phoenix New Times, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine, who was a member of METALLICA for less than two years, from 1981 to 1983, before being dismissed and replaced by Kirk Hammett, was asked about his reputation as one of the more "misunderstood" figures in roc...August 8, 2024
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MIKAEL ÅKERFELDT Says He Has Talked To JOEY TEMPEST About OPETH And EUROPE Touring Together
At last weekend's Wacken Open Air festival in Wacken, Germany, OPETH guitarist/vocalist Mikael Åkerfeldt and guitarist Fredrik Åkesson spoke to Marcus Schleutermann of EMP about the band's upcoming album, "The Last Will And Testament", which will arrive on October 11 via Reigning Phoenix Music/Moder...August 7, 2024
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ACCEPT's WOLF HOFFMANN Recalls Photographing And Spending Time With LES PAUL
ACCEPT guitarist Wolf Hoffmann went on Side Jams With Bryan Reesman to talk about the commercial and portrait photography career he developed during ACCEPT's hiatus between the late 1990s and mid-2000s when he was based In Vermont and then moved to Nashville. Two of his most memorable moments were p...August 6, 2024
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EPICA's Next Album Will Be Band's 'Most Epic' Release So Far
In a recent interview with Spain's Mariskal Rock, EPICA singer Simone Simons spoke about the progress of the recording sessions for the follow-up to 2021's "Omega" album. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think that there should be a single by the end of the summer-ish. That's that'...August 2, 2024
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DISTURBED Announces Winner Of Fan Contest To Sing Duet With Band At LOUDER THAN LIFE
ALT 105.1 and The Fox Den, in partnership with Q Prime, Danny Wimmer Presents and DISTURBED, have selected Katelyn Webb from Louisville, Kentucky to join DISTURBED on stage at the Louder Than Life festival in Louisville this September to fill in for the great Ann Wilson to sing the duet of "Don't Te...August 2, 2024
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OPETH Announces February 2025 European Tour
Swedish progressive metallers OPETH have announced an extensive European tour for February 2025. OPETH is offering a special bundle for fans who pre-order the band's new album, "The Last Will And Testament". Starting today, August 2 at 10:00 a.m. CEST, fans who pre-order the album will receive a spe...August 2, 2024
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OPETH Shares New Single, Reveals 'The Last Will And Testament' Album Details
Swedish progressive metallers OPETH will release their new album, "The Last Will And Testament", on October 11 via Reigning Phoenix Music/Moderbolaget. The LP's first single, "§1", can be streamed below. Prior to today's worldwide announcement, the album was teased yesterday, exclusively for attende...August 1, 2024
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BODY COUNT Shares Politically Charged Music Video For New Song 'F*** What You Heard'
BODY COUNT, the metal band fronted by hip-hop legend, actor and director Ice-T, has released the official music video for a new song called "Fuck What You Heard". The track is taken from BODY COUNT's upcoming album, "Merciless", which is due later this year via Century Media Records. "Fuck What You...August 1, 2024
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THE EXPLOITED Frontman WATTIE BUCHAN: 'I Wanna Do An Album Before I Die'
In a new interview with Serbia's Agoraphobic News, THE EXPLOITED frontman Walter David "Wattie" Buchan was asked about the possibility of a new studio album from him and his bandmates. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've got loads of songs written, but I never do anything unless...July 29, 2024
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SLASH Pens Emotional Message For Deceased Stepdaughter: 'My Heart Is Permanently Fractured'
Slash has shared a heartfelt letter that he has written to his stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight to help process her loss. Earlier today, the iconic GUNS N' ROSES guitarist took to his Instagram to share a photo of Lucy-Bleu Knight and he included the following message: " My heart is permanently fractur...July 27, 2024
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See Pro-Shot Video Of THE OFFSPRING's Performance With BRIAN MAY At 'Starmus VII' Festival
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 festival at the Tipos Arena in Bratislava, S...July 26, 2024
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BILL WARD: 'I Would Love To Play' One Final Concert With BLACK SABBATH
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 SABBATH show in England. "I'm in for play...July 25, 2024