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SCHMIER: Why DESTRUCTION Will Never Slow Down And Change Its Sound

In a recent interview with Felipe Canales of Chile's iRock, DESTRUCTION frontman Schmier was asked if he and his bandmates have ever considered changing their sound in order to reach a wider audience. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "In Germany, we say, 'Don't change your winning...

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ROBERT PLANT Reflects On HEART's 'Magnificent' Rendition Of LED ZEPPELIN's 'Stairway To Heaven' At Kennedy Center Honors

Back in December 2012, HEART's Ann and Nancy Wilson delivered a moving rendition of "Stairway To Heaven", LED ZEPPELIN's signature song, at the Kennedy Center Honors. They were joined by Jason Bonham, son of original drummer John and the drummer for LED ZEPPELIN's 2007 reunion show. Their version of...

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DEVIN TOWNSEND Explains Why He Turned Down Chance To Audition For JUDAS PRIEST

Devin Townsend has confirmed that he was on the list of candidates when JUDAS PRIEST was looking for a new vocalist to fill the massive shoes of Rob Halford in the early 1990s. The 50-year-old Canadian musician/producer discussed the hypothetical pairing during an appearance on the latest episode of...

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ORIANTHI Is Putting Finishing Touches On New 'Blues/Rock' Album

Internationally renowned rock guitarist Orianthi has confirmed to Eric Dahl of FOX17 Rock & Review that she is putting the finishing touches on a new studio album. "We started this one a bit ago," she said. "I've been back and forth just finishing up the mixes and adding songs to it. There's a l...

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Original KISS Drummer PETER CRISS Shares New Version Of 'Dynasty' Song 'Dirty Livin''

To celebrate the arrival of the new year, original KISS drummer Peter Criss has shared a new version of the band's song "Dirty Livin'". The four-minute video, which can be seen below, was apparently filmed at Peter's home and features the 77-year-old musician singing along to a pre-recorded instrume...

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APRIL WINE Founder And Singer MYLES GOODWYN Announces Retirement From Touring

Myles Goodwyn, singer, guitarist, writer, producer and leader of Canadian rock legends APRIL WINE, has announced his retirement from touring with the group. Goodwyn will continue to lead APRIL WINE and will still write new material for the band and produce their recordings. Goodwyn's last live perfo...

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PETER FRAMPTON To Play Free Show In Nashville Next Month

Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter Peter Frampton will play a free show in Tennessee next month. On Tuesday (December 27),the 72-year-old rocker took to his Twitter to write: "We have a surprise for you! I'll be performing a free show around the Nashville area on Jan 22n...

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PENTAGRAM's BOBBY LIEBLING To Play Solo Shows Highlighting Rare Material

PENTAGRAM frontman Bobby Liebling has announced two solo shows in Texas this January. Performing under the name BOBBY LIEBLING AND THE RIVETHEADS, the singer will play a set of deep cuts and rare gems from throughout his storied career, including songs from both the PENTAGRAM and BEDEMON catalogs. M...

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ERIC MARTIN Says PAT TORPEY 'Would Approve' Of MR. BIG's New Drummer: 'Everybody Knows Him'

Eric Martin has confirmed that MR. BIG has found a new drummer and is planning to play some shows again starting next summer. The 62-year-old singer made the comment while addressing MR. BIG's decision to go on hiatus following the passing of Pat Torpey. The drummer died in February 2018 at the age...

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SAXON Releases Music Video For 'Dambusters'

British heavy metal legends SAXON have released the official music video for the song "Dambusters". The track is taken from the band's latest album, "Carpe Diem", which came out in February 2022 via Silver Lining Music. Said SAXON singer Biff Byford: "It has been a great year for SAXON this year! A...

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AC/DC's BRIAN JOHNSON Says 'There Is Talk' Of Him Filming More Episodes Of 'A Life On The Road' Rock-And-Talk Series

In a recent interview with "Rock Talk With Jacqui Neal", AC/DC singer Brian Johnson was asked if there are any plans for him to film any more episodes of his popular rock-and-talk series "Brian Johnson: A Life On The Road". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, there's talk of it...

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Watch MACHINE HEAD Perform In San Diego During Fall 2022 Tour

Fan-filmed video of MACHINE HEAD's December 22 concert at House Of Blues in San Diego, California can be seen below. The band's setlist was as follows: 01. Imperium 02. Ten Ton Hammer 03. Choke On The Ashes Of Your Hate 04. Now We Die 05. The Blood, The Sweat, The Tears 06. Unhallowed 07. Locust 08....

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SAXON Announces March 2023 European Tour

British heavy metal legends SAXON have announced more tour dates in Europe for March 2023. Support on the trek will come from German metal titans RAGE (all shows except Luxembourg). The dates are as follows: March 08 - Luxembourg, Luxembourg - Den Atelier March 09 - Germany, Mannheim - Capitol March...

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Watch: PAUL STANLEY, ROBIN ZANDER, LITA FORD, STEPHEN PEARCY, SEBASTIAN BACH, Others Perform At CRISS ANGEL's 55th-Birthday Bash

Paul Stanley (KISS),Robin Zander (CHEAP TRICK),Taime Downe (FASTER PUSSYCAT),Lita Ford, Kip Winger (WINGER),Stephen Pearcy (RATT) and Sebastian Bach (SKID ROW) are among the artists who performed at illusionist Criss Angel's 55th birthday party last night (Monday, December 19) at the House Of Bl...

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MICK SWEDA: 'I'm Never Going To Do Anything With BULLETBOYS Again'

Original BULLETBOYS guitarist Mick Sweda, who exited the band seemingly for the final time a year ago, along with drummer Jimmy D'Anda, discussed his latest departure from the group in a new interview with Marko Syrjala of Metal Rules. He said: "Well, anytime we get together — and we've tried to do...