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MEGADETH's DIRK VERBEUREN: 'The Threat Is Real' Drum-Cam Footage From Groningen, The Netherlands

Drum-cam footage of MEGADETH drummer Dirk Verbeuren performing the song "The Threat Is Real" live at Oosterpoort in Groningen, The Netherlands on June 14 can be seen below. The clip was shot and edited by Sam Oerlemans. In a recent interview with All About The Rock, Verbeuren stated about what it ha...

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DREAM THEATER: 'Inside The Astonishing' Episode 1

In an ongoing video series, DREAM THEATER guitarist John Petrucci and keyboardist Jordan Rudess discuss the recurring musical themes on the band's latest album, "The Astonishing", and how they are developed compositionally to enhance the dramatic tone of the story. Check out the first episode below....

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MEGADETH Cancels San Salvador Concert After Two Songs Due To Severe Rainstorm (Video)

MEGADETH forced to cancel its concert in San Salvador, El Salvador due to a severe rainstorm. The Dave Mustaine-fronted outfit managed to get through only two songs — "Hangar 18" and "The Threat Is Real" — at Estadio Jorge "Mágico" González Friday night (August 26) before heavy rain forced them to l...

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Video: MEGADETH Performs In Buenos Aires, Argentina

Fan-filmed video footage of MEGADETH's August 23 performance at Estadio Luna Park in Buenos Aires, Argentina can be seen below. The band's setlist was as follows: 01. Hangar 18 02. The Threat Is Real 03. Rattlehead 04. Poisonous Shadows 05. Wake Up Dead 06. In My Darkest Hour 07. Conquer Or Die! 08....

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SONATA ARCTICA: Second Trailer For 'The Ninth Hour' Album

Finnish melodic metal quintet SONATA ARCTICA will release its ninth album, titled "The Ninth Hour", on October 7 via Nuclear Blast. Once again, the CD was produced by SONATA ARCTICA themselves and mixed by Pasi Kauppinen to create a typical yet refreshing sound that defines the spirit of the band in...

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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON Says Buenos Aires Acoustic Performance Was 'Very Spur Of The Moment'

MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke to Argentina's Rock & Pop radio station about the band's acoustic performance on Tuesday, August 23 outside the Four Seasons hotel in Buenos Aires. Regarding how the session came about, Ellefson said: "Dave [Mustaine, MEGADETH leader] sent me a message, a te...

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Video: MEGADETH Plays Acoustic Set In Buenos Aires, Argentina

MEGADETH played a short acoustic set for the band's fans in Buenos Aires, Argentina earlier today (Tuesday, August 23). Video footage of the performance — courtesy of MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine's Periscope account — can be seen below. MEGADETH fall 2016 North American leg of the "Dystopia" world...

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MEGADETH Cancels Paraguay Show After Seven Songs, Citing Security Concerns

MEGADETH canceled its show in Paraguay Saturday night (August 20) after five songs when fans broke through the barricades protecting the stage, leaving several of them injured. According to Agence France-Presse, alcoholic beverages in glass bottles were being sold at the Sport Colombia stadium in As...

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SONATA ARCTICA: First Trailer For 'The Ninth Hour' Album

Finnish melodic metal quintet SONATA ARCTICA will release its ninth album, titled "The Ninth Hour", on October 7 via Nuclear Blast. Once again, the CD was produced by SONATA ARCTICA themselves and mixed by Pasi Kauppinen to create a typical yet refreshing sound that defines the spirit of the band in...

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MEGADETH Guitarist KIKO LOUREIRO Interviews DAVE MUSTAINE, DAVID ELLEFSON For Brazilian TV

Brazilian guitarist Kiko Loureiro, who joined MEGADETH in March 2015, interviewed his bandmates Dave Mustaine and David Ellefson for the Brazilian TV show "Metrópolis", which airs on TV Cultura. You can now watch the segment below. MEGADETH recently announced the addition of Dirk Verbeuren as the ba...

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DAVE MUSTAINE On MEGADETH Lineup Changes: 'If Somebody Doesn't Wanna Be Here, Then F**k 'Em!'

Chile's Radio Futuro recently conducted an interview with MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine. You can now watch the chat below. A couple of excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On whether he sees MEGADETH's new lineup as a "new beginning" for the band: Mustaine: "Kind of. But I think peopl...

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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON On Music Business: 'Finding Ways To Adapt Is Critical To Survival'

In a brand new interview with Roppongi Rocks, MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke about the importance of having a strong live show in order for heavy metal bands to survive and thrive. "For years, I've sat on airplanes flying across the planet, contemplating why we drag piles of gear and people a...

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DIRK VERBEUREN: 'MEGADETH Came Into My Life At A Perfect Time'

All About The Rock recently conducted an interview with former SOILWORK and current MEGADETH drummer Dirk Verbeuren. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. All About The Rock: MEGADETH have had some amazing drummers in the history of the band. How was it learning the songs ready for a live...

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SONATA ARCTICA: Lyric Video For New Song 'Closer To An Animal'

Finnish melodic metal quintet SONATA ARCTICA will release its ninth album, titled "The Ninth Hour", on October 7 via Nuclear Blast. Once again, the CD was produced by SONATA ARCTICA themselves and mixed by Pasi Kauppinen to create a typical yet refreshing sound that defines the spirit of the band in...

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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON: Most Successful Bands Usually Aren't Democracies

Rocket Sports & Entertainment Network recently conducted an interview with MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson. You can now listen to the chat using the SoundCloud widget below. Asked if some of the perceived tension between the bands taking part in the 1991 "Clash Of The Titans" tour — ANTHRAX, SLA...