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IN FLAMES' ANDERS FRIDÉN Says ALICE IN CHAINS' 'Dirt' 'Is Probably The Best Album Ever'

In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, IN FLAMES frontman Anders Fridén was asked to name his "most important idol or role model". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I have a few. Layne [Staley] from ALICE IN CHAINS was a huge lyrical inspiration, and ALICE IN CHAINS is one of...

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The Call Of The Void

Nita Strauss has proven herself to be one of scene's most versatile guitarists. Whether she's shredding with shock rocker Alice Cooper, adding an edge to pop star Demi Lovato's tunes or heading up her own solo music, Strauss adds an originality and imagination to her guitar lines that makes her play...

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NITA STRAUSS Blasts Online Trolls: They'll Never Come To You To Your Face And Say, 'You Suck'

In a new interview with Jorge Botas of Portugal's Metal Global, Nita Strauss spoke about how she deals with Internet haters who spend much of their time criticizing her every career move. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I wrote a song about it. There's a song about it on [my upcoming...

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NITA STRAUSS Praises Her 'Fearless' Touring Singer KASEY KARLSEN: 'She Really Can Do It All'

Nita Strauss spoke to the 97.7 QLZ radio station about how she ended up recruiting a vocalist named Kasey Karlsen to join her onstage during the ongoing "Summer Storm". Karlsen has a half a million followers on TikTok where she posts vocal covers of such acts as SLIPKNOT, MOTIONLESS IN WHITE, BRING...

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IN FLAMES Frontman ANDERS FRIDÉN Rules Out Retirement: 'There's No Reason To Quit'

In a new interview with Graspop Metal Meeting, Anders Fridén, frontman of Swedish melodic death metal band IN FLAMES, was asked if he can foresee one day no longer being in a touring band and playing festivals all around the world. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I realize it wil...

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Watch: NITA STRAUSS Performs In Brooklyn During 'Summer Storm' 2023 Tour

Nita Strauss played the fourth show of her "Summer Storm" tour this past Saturday night (June 17) at Meadows in Brooklyn, New York. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be found below (courtesy of the James Cruz YouTube channel). As previously reported, Nita recruited a vocalist named Kasey Karl...

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WITHIN TEMPTATION's SHARON DEN ADEL: 'The New Album Is Gonna Be Quite Different From What People Are Used To From Us'

During a June 17 press conference at Hellfest in Clisson, France, WITHIN TEMPTATION singer Sharon Den Adel spoke about the progress of the songwriting and recording sessions for the band's upcoming studio album. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We always try to evolve musically. And t...

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Original SLIPKNOT Singer ANDERS COLSEFNI Dedicates His Upcoming Performances To PAUL GRAY And JOEY JORDISON

Original SLIPKNOT vocalist Anders Colsefni says that his performances on his upcoming tour will be dedicated to his late bandmates Paul Gray and Joey Jordison. Earlier in the month, it was announced that Colsefni will perform SLIPKNOT's independently released debut effort "Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat."...

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Watch: NITA STRAUSS Rejoins DEMI LOVATO On Stage In Asbury Park

Nita Strauss joined Demi Lovato on stage last night (Friday, June 16) at the outdoor Stone Pony Summer Stage in Asbury Park, New Jersey to perform Lovato's recent single "Heart Attack". Fan-filmed video of Nita's appearance, which came toward the end of the hour-and-a-half performance, can be seen b...

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COREY TAYLOR Says Original SLIPKNOT Frontman ANDERS COLSEFNI Will 'Crush' Singing 'Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat.' Album On Tour

SLIPKNOT frontman Corey Taylor has commented on the recent announcement that the band's original vocalist Anders Colsefni will perform SLIPKNOT's independently released debut effort "Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat." in full on tour this year. Anders will team up with former MUSHROOMHEAD vocalist Waylon Re...

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IN FLAMES Frontman ANDERS FRIDÉN: 'I Work With My Passion, My Hobby, Which Is Insane'

In a new interview with Oran O'Beirne of Bloodstock TV, IN FLAMES frontman Anders Fridén was asked if there are plans for him and his bandmates to commemorate in any way the upcoming 30th anniversary of their debut album, "Lunar Strain", in 2024. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I...

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Watch: NITA STRAUSS Covers PANTERA's 'Cowboys From Hell' At Atlanta Stop Of 'Summer Storm' Tour

Nita Strauss played the second concert of her "Summer Storm" tour last night (Wednesday, June 14) at The Loft in Atlanta, Georgia. Fan-filmed video can be found below (courtesy of the Jumping Jack YouTube channel). As previously reported, Nita recruited a vocalist named Kasey Karlsen to join he...

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Watch: NITA STRAUSS Kicks Off 'Summer Storm' Tour In Nashville

Nita Strauss kicked off her "Summer Storm" tour last night (Tuesday, June 13) at the Exit/In in Nashville, Tennessee. Fan-filmed video and photos of the concert can be found below (courtesy of Anna Henry and Father Nathan Monk). As previously reported, Nita recruited a vocalist named Kasey Karlsen t...

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Original SLIPKNOT Singer ANDERS COLSEFNI To Perform Entire 'Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat.' Album On Fall 2023 Tour

This October, former lead singers from rival bands SLIPKNOT and MUSHROOMHEAD will team up for the "Numetal Mayhem" tour of Australiasia. For the first time in history, Anders Colsefni and Waylon Reavis will share the stage together, ending the legendary feud that has been waged in press and across s...

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Ex-VOLBEAT Guitarist ROB CAGGIANO On His Departure: 'Sometimes Relationships Simply Run Their Course'

Ex-VOLBEAT guitarist Rob Caggiano says that he is "extremely proud" of everything he and his former bandmates accomplished over the course of the last 10 years. Caggiano's exit from VOLBEAT was officially announced on June 5. He has since been replaced on the road by Flemming C. Lund (THE ARCANE ORD...