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Watch: ACE FREHLEY Plays First Concert Of 2023 In Bristol, Tennessee
Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley played his first concert of 2023 this past Thursday (February 3) at the Paramount in Bristol, Tennessee. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below. Ace's setlist was as follows: 01. Parasite (KISS song) 02. Snow Blind 03. Speedin' Back To My Baby 04. S...February 4, 2023
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AVENGED SEVENFOLD's SYNYSTER GATES: EDDIE VAN HALEN Was 'The Godfather Of Metal' Guitar
In a new interview with Pablo of the Minneapolis, Minnesota radio station 93X, AVENGED SEVENFOLD guitarist Synyster Gates (real name: Brian Haner, Jr.) was asked about his biggest guitar influences. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Jimi Hendrix, chordally most especially — what he...February 3, 2023
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KINGS OF THRASH Feat. DAVID ELLEFSON And JEFF YOUNG: Here's The First Taste Of New Original Music
KINGS OF THRASH, the new band featuring former MEGADETH members David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar), has shared a teaser demo of some of the new original material the group is working on. Check it out in the TikTok clip below. In October, Young told Ghost Cult magazine that KINGS OF T...February 3, 2023
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DEF LEPPARD's RICK ALLEN Hopes PHIL LYNOTT Was Joking When He Said He Broke Up THIN LIZZY Because Of 'Pyromania'
In a new interview with Joe Rock of the WBAB 102.3 radio station, DEF LEPPARD drummer Rick Allen was asked if there is any truth to the rumor that late THIN LIZZY leader Phil Lynott told DEF LEPPARD singer Joe Elliott that he broke up THIN LIZZY because he "couldn't compete" with LEPPARD's third alb...February 2, 2023
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Watch KINGS OF THRASH Perform At 'Days Of The Dead' Horror Convention In Atlanta
The Legends Of Hard Rock & Heavy Metal YouTube channel has uploaded video of KINGS OF THRASH, the new band featuring former MEGADETH members David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar), performing on January 28 at the Days Of The Dead horror convention in Atlanta, Georgia. Check it o...January 30, 2023
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RICHIE FAULKNER's ELEGANT WEAPONS Project Will 'Surprise' People, Says RONNIE ROMERO
In a new interview with Pete Pardo of Sea Of Tranquility, singer Ronnie Romero (RAINBOW, MSG) spoke about ELEGANT WEAPONS, his new project featuring guitarist Richie Faulkner (JUDAS PRIEST). Ronnie said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "That's something Richie [brought] to the table a couple of...January 28, 2023
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JEFF YOUNG And DAVID ELLEFSON 'Couldn't Care Less' About DAVE MUSTAINE's Reaction To KINGS OF THRASH
KINGS OF THRASH, the new band featuring former MEGADETH members David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar), will release a live CD/DVD package called "Best Of The West…Live At The Whisky A Go Go" on March 24 via Cleopatra Records. The 17-song set, featuring performances of MEGADETH's classi...January 28, 2023
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ZZ TOP's BILLY GIBBONS To Be Joined By MATT SORUM For June/July 2023 European Tour
ZZ TOP's Billy Gibbons has announced the renewal of his livewire solo band, to appear at select European venues late spring and early summer of 2023. The trio is headed by Gibbons on guitar and vocals, with drummer Matt Sorum (THE CULT, GUNS N' ROSES, VELVET REVOLVER) and lefty guitarist Austin Han...January 25, 2023
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Assault Case Against TOOL's DANNY CAREY Dropped By Kansas City Prosecutors
According to FOX4 News Kansas City, prosecutors have dismissed assault charges against TOOL drummer Danny Carey. No reason was given for the dismissal, with the court only saying the case is a closed confidential matter. The decision to dismiss the case comes more than a year after Carey was arreste...January 24, 2023
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RICHIE FAULKNER Recruits URIAH HEEP And ACCEPT Members For ELEGANT WEAPONS Touring Band
ELEGANT WEAPONS, the new band featuring guitarist Richie Faulkner (JUDAS PRIEST) and singer Ronnie Romero (RAINBOW, MSG),will make its live debut this spring. The group, which is rounded out by Dave Rimmer (URIAH HEEP) on bass and Christopher Williams (ACCEPT) on drums, has announced the following...January 18, 2023
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KINGS OF THRASH Feat. DAVID ELLEFSON And JEFF YOUNG: Trailer For 'Best Of The West…Live At The Whisky A Go Go'
KINGS OF THRASH, the new band featuring former MEGADETH members David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar), recently signed a worldwide deal with Cleopatra Records. The group will release a live CD/DVD package called "Best Of The West…Live At The Whisky A Go Go" on March 24. The 17-song set...January 16, 2023
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TRACII GUNS Explains Decision To Narrate RANDY RHOADS Documentary Despite Late Guitarist's Family's Non-Involvement
L.A. GUNS guitarist Tracii Guns has explained his decision to narrate last year's "Randy Rhoads: Reflections Of A Guitar Icon", a documentary about legendary guitarist Randy Rhoads, despite the fact that the Rhoads family was not involved in the making of the film. Earlier today (Friday, January 13)...January 13, 2023
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BRIAN MAY Shares Five-Minute Video Tribute To JEFF BECK: 'The Loss Is Incalculable'
QUEEN's Brian May was among the musicians who paid tribute to British guitar legend Jeff Beck following his death on Tuesday (January 10). The Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer, who rose to prominence with THE YARDBIRDS, died "suddenly" after contracting bacterial meningitis, his representative said. May...January 12, 2023
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GENE SIMMONS Says It's 'A Crime' That OZZY OSBOURNE Didn't Place Higher On ROLLING STONE's '200 Greatest Singers' List
Gene Simmons has blasted Rolling Stone magazine for placing Ozzy Osbourne at No. 112 on its list of the 200 greatest singers of all time. The updated list, which began in 2008, ranges from Aretha Franklin to Rosalía and other artists known for standout singing. This time around, the list excludes po...January 5, 2023
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KINGS OF THRASH Feat. DAVID ELLEFSON And JEFF YOUNG: February/March 2023 U.S. Tour Announced
KINGS OF THRASH, the new band featuring former MEGADETH members David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar), has announced the first leg of a planned 2023 world tour, commencing February 16 in Joliet, Illinois. The "Thrashin' USA" trek will cross the Midwest, East Coast, and southeastern part...January 4, 2023