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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: 'People Are Losing Their Minds Over How Things Are Going' With New Guitarist TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI

In a new interview with Shaggy of the 94.9 and 104.5 The Pick radio station in Idaho Falls, Idaho, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine spoke about the addition of new touring guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari (WINTERSUN, SMACKBOUND). Teemu is filling in for the band's longtime axeman Kiko Loureiro, who announced...

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DREAM THEATER's MIKE MANGINI Reveals Lyrical Inspiration For 'Freak Of Nature' Solo Single

DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini will release a new solo single, "Freak Of Nature", this coming Friday, October 6. The track will appear on Mangini's upcoming debut solo album which is set to arrive in late 2023 or early 2024. In a newly released video message, Mangini spoke about the lyrical...

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METALLICA's LARS ULRICH: 'We've Always Charted Our Own Course'

In a new interview with Los Angeles Times, METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich addressed the fact that he and his bandmates never allow fan criticism to drive their decisions, especially when it comes to musical matters. "No, it's pretty much been like that since the beginning," he said. "When we started...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Doesn't Think He Would Get The Call To Step In For PHILIP ANSELMO On PANTERA's 'Celebration' Tour

In a new interview with Metal Pilgrim, former JUDAS PRIEST singer Tim "Ripper" Owens was once again asked if he would be "up to the task" of stepping in for Philip Anselmo, if he was approached about it, at a PANTERA concert on the reformed band's current tour. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBE...

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STYX TO RETURN To Las Vegas's Venetian Resort In January/February 2024

Legendary rockers STYX will take the Las Vegas stage once again for an unforgettable five-night engagement at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort. The shows will be held on January 26, 27 and 31 and February 2 and 3, 2024. All shows are scheduled to begin at 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $4...

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Ex-MEGADETH Members JEFF YOUNG And DAVID ELLEFSON To Launch New Original Band With FRED ACHING And Singer From Brazil

In an interview with Jaime Poulos of Metal Express Radio, former MEGADETH guitarist Jeff Young revealed that he has formed "a whole original band" with fellow ex-MEGADETH member David Ellefson (bass) and Fred Aching (drums),all three of whom are also playing together in KINGS OF THRASH. "Everyone's...

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Watch MEGADETH Perform In Prior Lake, Minnesota During Summer/Fall 2023 Tour

The Melvin Zoopers YouTube channel has uploaded video of MEGADETH's September 30 performance at Mystic Lake Casino in Prior Lake, Minnesota. You can now watch the clips below. In a recent interview with Wes Styles, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine spoke about the addition of new touring guitarist...

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SAMMY HAGAR Adds Three Tribute Cabo-Style Fan Events In Chicago, Las Vegas And Huntington Beach

Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer Sammy Hagar will return to Baja in October to celebrate his legendary Birthday Bash with three epic nights of performances featuring his Billboard chart-topping group THE CIRCLE at Cabo Wabo Cantina. In addition, as a special gift to the fans who can't be in Baja, Hagar's...

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FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's ANDY JAMES Unveils Signature Guitar In Collaboration With B.C. RICH

B.C. Rich has just released a signature guitar from FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's Andy James. The guitar is based on the highly successful B.C. Rich Assassin model but features a Pitchfork headstock, a low-profile C-shaped satin neck optimized for speed, and heel-less neck-through construction. It is av...

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ALICE COOPER Has No Plans To Retire: 'I'll Be Up There At 90 If I'm Still In Good Enough Shape'

Speaking exclusively to Rock Candy magazine as part of an in-depth 16-page cover story, legendary shock rocker Alice Cooper told writer Andrew Daly that he's determined to buck the current trend of rock stars retiring. "A farewell tour hasn't crossed my mind at all," said Alice, who turned 75 this y...

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British Guitarist SOPHIE LLOYD Teams Up With HALESTORM's LZZY HALE On 'Imposter Syndrome' Single

British guitarist Sophie Lloyd has released her latest single, "Imposter Syndrome", a collaboration with HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale. The song is the title track of Sophie's upcoming full-length album, which will arrive on November 10. Other guests set to appear on the CD include STEEL PANTHER's...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Scolds Security For 'Bullying' Fan At MEGADETH's Bloomington Concert: 'You Guys Are Punks' (Video)

Dave Mustaine stopped MEGADETH's concert in Bloomington, Illinois last night (Wednesday, September 27) to defend a fan who had been "bullied" by security. Toward the end of "Symphony Of Destruction", which was the second-to-last song of MEGADETH's set at Grossinger Motors Arena, the MEGADETH frontma...

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METALLICA's LARS ULRICH And JAMES HETFIELD, RATT's STEPHEN PEARCY Featured In AXS TV's 'Metal Massacre' Documentary

AXS TV's popular "Heavy Metal Halloween" rises again this October, putting the spooky spotlight on in-depth artist profiles, powerhouse performances and special themed episodes of AXS TV original series. This year's lineup is headlined by the premiere of "Metal Massacre: The Story Of The Legendary A...

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DREAM THEATER's MIKE MANGINI To Release 'Freak Of Nature' Solo Single Next Week

DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini will release a new solo single, "Freak Of Nature", on October 6. The track will appear on Mangini's upcoming debut solo album which is set to arrive in late 2023 or early 2024. In a newly released video message, Mangini spoke about the "source of the music" fo...

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DIO DISCIPLES To Return To The Road In 2024

In a new interview with Metal Mayhem ROC, Ronnie James Dios widow and longtime manager Wendy Dio spoke about the status of the officially sanctioned Dio tribute band DIO DISCIPLES. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We're working on coming out for next year. We're working on some stuff....