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'BIG' JOHN HARTE, Former KISS And IRON MAIDEN Bodyguard, Dies At 70
"Big" John Harte, longtime bodyguard for iconic music artists including KISS, IRON MAIDEN, Billy Idol and Prince, passed away on Friday, February 11 in Hollywood, Florida. He was 70 years old. Born John Joseph Harte III in Newark, New Jersey on November 15, 1951, he was the older of two boys raised...February 13, 2022
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TED NUGENT On Transgender Women Competing On Female Sports Teams: 'It Is The Work Of Satan'
Ted Nugent has spoken out against the participation of transgender women in female sports, calling it "the work of Satan" and "absolutely unacceptable." Last summer's Tokyo Olympics were the first to see publicly out transgender athletes compete. According to ESPN, Laurel Hubbard, a weightlifter fro...February 9, 2022
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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE's JESSE LEACH Is 'Getting Used To' Pandemic-Era Touring But Is Looking Forward To Restrictions 'Going Away'
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE singer Jesse Leach, whose band kicked off headlining tour with AUGUST BURNS RED on January 28 at Stage AE in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has recorded a new installment of his YouTube tour blog in which he reflected on the first few shows of the trek. He said in part (as transcribed b...February 6, 2022
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New DEICIDE Guitarist Explains How He Landed The Gig, Says There Is 'Killer' New Material In The Works
Guitarist Taylor Nordberg (THE ABSENCE, INHUMAN CONDITION),who recently joined Florida death metal veterans DEICIDE, spoke about how he landed the gig in a new interview with "The Zach Moonshine Show". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "In 2019, my band THE ABSENCE toured with DEICIDE i...February 5, 2022
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Ex-TYPE O NEGATIVE Drummer On Hypothetical PETER STEELE Tribute Concert: 'I'd Want A Female Vocalist'
In a new interview with the "Loaded Radio" podcast, former TYPE O NEGATIVE drummer Johnny Kelly was asked if there has ever been any talk of staging a concert in honor of the band's late frontman Peter Steele. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Coffee talk. There was never any serio...February 2, 2022
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EDDIE VAN HALEN 'Had The Most Generous Heart' But 'Dealt With His Pain Through Drugs And Alcohol'
Eddie Van Halen's ex-wife Valerie Bertinelli discussed her new book, "Enough Already: Learning To Love The Way I Am Today", in a recent interview with Brigitte Quinn on 1010 WINS. Bertinelli reflected on the special relationship she had with her late ex-husband, saying: "We kept our connection. Ther...January 31, 2022
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JIZZY PEARL Has 'Mixed Feelings' About RONNIE JAMES DIO Hologram: 'If People Wanna Go See It, Then That's Okay'
QUIET RIOT singer Jizzy Pearl, whose JIZZY PEARL'S LOVE/HATE band opened for the "Dio Returns" tour in 2019, was asked in a new interview with the "Cobras & Fire" podcast for his take on the Ronnie James Dio hologram. "Dio Returns" featured a holographic image of the legendary metal singer perfo...January 30, 2022
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KING'S X's Gay Frontman DOUG PINNICK 'Begged God' To Make Him Straight
In a new interview with "The Chuck Shute Podcast", KING'S X frontman Doug "Dug" Pinnick talked about his years in the metal Christian closet and the relief he felt after making a clean break with religion. "Being told that if you're gay, it's an abomination, and God hates that more than anything els...January 23, 2022
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Watch Pro-Shot Video Of OBITUARY Performing Entire 'Cause Of Death' Album In Melbourne, Australia
The Riff Crew has uploaded professionally filmed video footage of OBITUARY's January 18, 2020 concert at Max Watts in Melbourne, Australia. The band's set included a performance of the classic OBITUARY album "Cause Of Death" in its entirety. Featured songs: 01:54 Redneck Stomp 05:51 Sentence Day 08:...January 22, 2022
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QUIET RIOT Announces 2022 Tour Dates
QUIET RIOT has announced the first batch of shows for its upcoming 2022 tour season, which is set to begin on Friday, February 18 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. The concerts will feature bassist Rudy Sarzo who recently rejoined QUIET RIOT after an 18-year absence. Rudy was one...January 20, 2022
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Hear DEE SNIDER, EDDIE OJEDA, MIKE PORTNOY And RUDY SARZO Cover MOUNTAIN's 'Theme From An Imaginary Western'
Provogue Records / Mascot Label Group has presented a new lyric video to the classic MOUNTAIN hit "Theme From An Imaginary Western" in front of the March 25 release of "Legacy: A Tribute To Leslie West". The recording features TWISTED SISTER bandmates Dee Snider on vocals and Eddie Ojeda on guitar,...January 20, 2022
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DEICIDE Parts Ways With Guitarist CHRIS CANNELLA, Announces Replacement
Florida death metal veterans DEICIDE have announced the addition of guitarist Taylor Nordberg (THE ABSENCE, INHUMAN CONDITION) to the group's ranks. Taylor joins the band as the replacement for Chris Cannella who has amicably left the Glen Benton-fronted outfit after a three-year run. Earlier today...January 19, 2022
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Original QUIET RIOT Bassist KELLY GARNI Performs With The Band For First Time In 43 Years (Video)
Kelly Garni, original bassist and founding member of QUIET RIOT, joined the current version of the band on stage this past Friday (December 31) at Fremont Country Club in Las Vegas, Nevada to perform the classic song "Slick Black Cadillac". Video of his appearance can be seen below. Two days prior t...January 3, 2022
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ACE FREHLEY And VINNIE VINCENT To Appear At Nashville's CREATURES FEST
Ace Frehley and Vinnie Vincent are among the scheduled performers at Creatures Fest 2022, set to take place Memorial Day Weekend, May 27-29, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. Other Creatures Fest performers include VIXEN, QUIET RIOT, ENUFF Z'NUFF, John Corabi, RETURN OF THE COMET and PRETTY BOY FLOYD. M...December 27, 2021
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QUIET RIOT Will Release New Music In Early 2022, Says RUDY SARZO: It's 'Already Recorded'
QUIET RIOT bassist Rudy Sarzo says that the band is planning to release new music in the coming weeks. The 71-year-old musician, who recently rejoined QUIET RIOT after an 18-year absence, spoke about the possibility of fresh material from the group during an interview with the "Diary Of The Madmen -...December 26, 2021