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PEARL JAM's STONE GOSSARD: 'Heavy Metal Changed My Life'

In a new interview with Matt Pinfield of 95.5 KLOS's "New & Approved" show, PEARL JAM guitarist Stone Gossard spoke about his appreciation for some of the classic heavy metal records of the early 1980s. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Heavy metal changed my life. And then punk roc...

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BRUCE KULICK Says KISS's Final Concert Was 'A Missed Opportunity' To Celebrate The Band's Past

In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick once again confirmed that he wasn't asked to perform at the band's final show and wasn't invited to attend the event, which was held last December at New York City's Madison Square Garden. "I got a sense that it wasn't g...

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Drama

As much as all enjoy the sound of a skillfully played guitar, free entry into the world of instrumental shred records is not something that will appeal to everyone. But if anyone can win over the doubters, it's Marty Friedman. Perhaps most celebrated for his tenure as Dave Mustaine's six-string foil...

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KERRY KING On Why PHILIP ANSELMO Didn't Sing On SLAYER Guitarist's Solo Album: 'I Don't Think He Wanted To Do It'

During an appearance on the May 13 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", SLAYER guitarist Kerry King spoke about the rumors which circulated for a while that PANTERA's Philip Anselmo would sing on the debut album from King's solo project. Asked how far those conversations with Phili...

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SEBASTIAN BACH: 'The Days Of My Figure-Eight Headbanging Are Past Me Now'

On the May 10 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", former SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach addressed a physical injury that he sustained during his recently completed run of dates in Latin America. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We just did six or seven shows in South...

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TIM LAMBESIS Explains New AS I LAY DYING Album Delay, Says LP Will Include One Of Band's 'Heaviest Songs Ever'

During an appearance on the Loaded Radio podcast, AS I LAY DYING's founding vocalist Tim Lambesis was asked about the status of the band's recently recorded new studio album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We've had this back and forth mixing the record, where the record has been don...

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MIKE TRAMP'S WHITE LION Announces Summer/Fall 2024 U.S. Tour

MIKE TRAMP'S WHITE LION, the band fronted by former WHITE LION singer Mike Tramp, will embark on a U.S. tour this summer. So far the following shows have been announced: Aug. 23 - [to be announced] - Las Vegas, NV Aug. 24 - Club 44 - Glendale, AZ Aug. 29 - Arcada Theater - St. Charles, IL Aug. 30 -...

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SERJ TANKIAN Wanted To Address SYSTEM OF A DOWN's Creative Differences By Taking The Sensationalist Aspect Out Of It

In a new interview with Tom Power, host of "Q" on Canada's CBC Radio One, SYSTEM OF A DOWN singer Serj Tankian, who is promoting his memoir, "Down With The System", was asked about how his relationship with the band's primary songwriter, guitarist Daron Malakian, has evolved over the years, particul...

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LION'S SHARE Releases New Single And Video, 'We Will Rock'

Swedish heavy metal band LION'S SHARE has made a new song, "We Will Rock", available on streaming services and digital service providers. LION'S SHARE singer Nils Patrik Johansson commented: "Get ready to ignite your summer soundtrack with a turbocharged anthem that demands to be cranked up! Whether...

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THE PINEAPPLE THIEF Announces Final Dates Of 'It Leads To This' North American Tour

THE PINEAPPLE THIEF has announced an additional six U.S. shows for the band's "It Leads to This" North American tour later this year. The U.K. based four-piece has added shows in Florida, Pennsylvania, California and Washington and will be playing songs from its latest album, "It Leads to This", alo...

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Longtime EVERGREY Drummer JONAS EKDAHL Announces His Departure

Jonas Ekdahl, longtime drummer for Swedish metallers EVERGREY, has announced his departure from the band. Earlier today, Jonas released the following message via EVERGREY's social media: "Over the last couple of years, my passion within music has gradually shifted from touring and playing live shows...

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GODSMACK Announces September/October 2024 U.S. Tour

GODSMACK will embark on a fall 2024 U.S. tour with support from NOTHING MORE, FLAT BLACK, HALESTORM and DOROTHY on select dates. The GODSMACK artist presale will begin on Wednesday, May 15 at 10 a.m. local time and end on Thursday, May 16 at 10 p.m. local time. Use the password "LIGHTING" to access...

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…And Jasta For All

Nobody embodies metal's ability to unite tribes and change lives more than Jamey Jasta. As frontman with HATEBREED for a staggering 30 years, he has earned the love and respect of heavy music fans from all corners of the stylistic spectrum, not least for his self-evident, undying passion and devotio...

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Cascading Memories Of Immortality

If the relentless onslaught of great new death metal bands and albums is becoming overwhelming, do feel free to dip out for a bit and get your breath back. But listen to "Cascading Memories Of Immortality" first. The UK death metal scene is in its rudest state of health since the '90s, but even amon...

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VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Release 'Monsters' Single From Upcoming 'Pirates II - Armada' Album

The pirates of VISIONS OF ATLANTIS have released "Monsters", the second single from their upcoming studio album, titled "Pirates II - Armada", which is set for release on July 5, 2024 via Napalm Records. The new successor to their high-charting previous release, "Pirates" (2022),is set as high as t...