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GRETA VAN FLEET Guitarist Says LED ZEPPELIN 'Wasn't An Overwhelming Influence' On Band's Music

The members of GRETA VAN FLEET have told FaceCulture in a new interview that LED ZEPPELIN was not a major influence on the group despite close similarities between the two bands' styles. Guitarist Jake Kiszka explained (see video below): "I think that we've become more conscious of it, because I don...

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THE SMASHING PUMPKINS Release Music Video For New Single 'Solara'

Acclaimed alternative rock pioneers THE SMASHING PUMPKINS have released a music video for their new single, "Solara". Directed by Nick Koenig, the dreamlike clip expands on the theatrics of the band's catalog of iconic music videos. "Solara" marks the band's first recording to feature frontman Bill...

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GUNS N' ROSES: Listen To Previously Unreleased Piano Version Of 'November Rain'

A previously unreleased "piano" version of the classic GUNS N' ROSES song "November Rain", taken from the upcoming reissue of the band's classic 1987 debut album, "Appetite For Destruction", can be streamed below. "Appetite For Destruction" will be re-released on June 29 in a "Locked N' Loaded" box...

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ACCEPT's WOLF HOFFMANN On Singer Change: 'It's Been Somewhat Of A Miracle That We Pulled It Off As Good As We Have'

Catalan radio show and web site Simfonia Metàl·lica recently conducted an interview with guitarist Wolf Hoffmann of legendary German/American metallers ACCEPT. A few excerpts from the chat follow below. On how he looks back on ACCEPT's latest album, 2017's "The Rise Of Chaos": Wolf: "Every album sor...

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Public Memorial For VINNIE PAUL To Be Held In Dallas On Sunday

A public memorial for late PANTERA drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott will be held on Sunday, July 1 at Bomb Factory in Dallas, Texas. Fans interested in attending "Vinnie Paul: A Public Celebration Of Life" must receive a wristband to enter the Bomb Factory. The line for wristbands will begin at noon outsi...

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HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD Releases 'Gotta Let Go' Video

HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD's new single, "Gotta Let Go", now has an impressive video to accompany it. The offering showcases a raw, authentic performance from the quintet and follows the main character during the final moments of his life, including a surreal encounter in outer space where he learns to finall...

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ALICE IN CHAINS To Release 'Rainier Fog' Album In August; Listen To New Song 'So Far Under'

ALICE IN CHAINS will release its new album, "Rainier Fog", on August 24. The latest single from the effort, "So Far Under" can be streamed below. About "So Far Under", ALICE IN CHAINS vocalist/guitarist William DuVall says: "It's about feeling completely up against it — outnumbered, surrounded, faci...

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THE SMASHING PUMPKINS To Play Intimate Show At Troubadour In West Hollywood

Grammy Award-winning, acclaimed alternative rock pioneers THE SMASHING PUMPKINS will play an intimate, surprise show tonight (Wednesday, June 27) at the Troubadour in West Hollywood, California. A very small number of wristbands will be available today at Amoeba Music in Hollywood (cash only). Linin...

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BIOHAZARD's DANNY SCHULER Pays Tribute To VINNIE PAUL: He Was A 'Down-To-Earth' And 'Generous' Guy

BIOHAZARD's Danny Schuler has paid tribute to Vinnie Paul Abbott, calling the former PANTERA drummer a "generous" and "down-to-earth" guy who always wanted "to have a great time." Schuler wrote in a Facebook post: "Back around '89 or '90 was when [Vinnie and I] first met, at L'Amour [in Brooklyn], I...

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ERIC SINGER Says PAUL STANLEY Calls The Shots In KISS, Not GENE SIMMONS

KISS drummer Eric Singer says that Paul Stanley ultimately has the final say in the band, despite many fans believing that Gene Simmons calls the shots. "People always think it's Gene," Singer told Rock Music Star in a new interview. "Respectfully, Gene and Paul do the thing together, but I always t...

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DAVE LOMBARDO Says Returning To Cuba For First Time In More Than Five Decades Was 'Magical'

Ex-SLAYER drummer Dave Lombardo, who was born in Havana, Cuba but emigrated to Southern California with his parents when he was a toddler, finally got a chance to perform in his former homeland earlier this year when SUICIDAL TENDENCIES played two shows in Cuba. The May 7 concert at Centro Cultural...

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DISTURBED Drummer Pays Tribute To VINNIE PAUL: 'I Will Be Forever Grateful For Your Impact On My Life'

DISTURBED's Mike Wengren has paid tribute to Vinnie Paul Abbott, saying that it was "an honor" to have befriended the former PANTERA drummer. In a Facebook post, Wengren wrote: "Still can't seem to find the words. "Vinnie Paul was an idol of mine back in the 90s. He was a huge influence on my playi...

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VINNIE PAUL's Death 'Did Not Appear Suspicious'

According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the official cause and manner of Vinnie Paul Abbott's death is still pending. Clark County spokesman Dan Kulin said that information will likely take several days to be issued. Vinnie Paul passed away on Friday (June 22) at his home in Las Vegas at the age...

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Former TYPE O NEGATIVE Drummer JOHNNY KELLY: VINNIE PAUL 'Was First Class With A Heart Of Gold'

Former TYPE O NEGATIVE drummer Johnny Kelly says that he is "crushed" by the passing of Vinnie Paul Abbott. The former PANTERA drummer passed away on Friday (June 22) at the age of 54. Vinnie Paul apparently died in his sleep at his home in Las Vegas. No cause of death was given at press time, but s...

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IN THIS MOMENT Guitarist Says Collaborating With ROB HALFORD Was 'Mind-Blowing'

IN THIS MOMENT vocalist Maria Brink and guitarist Chris Howorth spoke with Metal Wani at this year's Download festival, which was held earlier in the month at Donington Park in Leicestershire, England. You can stream the chat below. A couple of excerpts follow (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). O...