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VANDENBERG Announces New Album 'Sin', Shares 'House On Fire' Music Video

VANDENBERG and Mascot Records/Mascot Label Group have premiered "House On Fire", the lead video from the band's upcoming studio album titled "Sin". VANDENBERG guitarist and leader Adrian Vandenberg shares: "Like every other band or artist we were forced to 'hold our horses' when we found ourselves p...

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MIKE TRAMP: Why WHITE LION Will Never Reunite

In a new interview with Shawn Ratches of Laughingmonkeymusic, former WHITE LION singer Mike Tramp once again spoke about the possibility of a reunion of the band's classic lineup, featuring guitarist Vito Bratta. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "WHITE LION will, of course, not get back...

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Watch: KINGS OF THRASH Feat. DAVID ELLEFSON And JEFF YOUNG Performs Original Song 'Bridges Burned' In Columbus

KINGS OF THRASH, the new band featuring former MEGADETH members David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar),played a new original song called "Bridges Burned" last night (Wednesday, February 22) at The King Of Clubs in Columbus, Ohio during the "Thrashin' USA" tour. Video of the performance can b...

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Watch: ACCEPT's MARK TORNILLO Sings IRON MAIDEN's 'Wrathchild' With THE IRON MAIDENS

ACCEPT singer Mark Tornillo joined the all-female IRON MAIDEN tribute band THE IRON MAIDENS at the final concert of the two bands' joint European tour Wednesday night (February 22) in Saarbrücken, Germany to perform the MAIDEN classic "Wrathchild". Video of his appearance can be seen below. THE IRON...

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Watch: JOURNEY Co-Founder GREGG ROLIE Joins Band On Stage In Austin During 50th-Anniversary Tour

JOURNEY co-founder Gregg Rolie rejoined the band on stage last night (Wednesday, February 22) in Austin, Texas. Rolie came up during JOURNEY's encore at Moody Center ATX to play several cuts from his time with the band: "Just the Same Way" from 1979's "Evolution" album, "Of A Lifetime" from 1975's "...

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BJÖRN GELOTTE: How IN FLAMES Recaptured 'Death Metal Feel' On 'Foregone'

By David E. Gehlke Far and away the most scrutinized of the core Gothenburg, Sweden, melodic death metal bands from the 1990s, IN FLAMES has spent the better part of 20 years making music removed from their foundational, classic period. Anything post-"Clayman" (2000) has been ripe for debate and has...

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TYPE O NEGATIVE And CROWBAR Members Launch New Project Called EYE AM

Former TYPE O NEGATIVE members Kenny Hickey (guitar/vocals) and Johnny Kelly (drums) have joined forces with Kirk Windstein (guitar, vocals; CROWBAR, DOWN, KINGDOM OF SORROW) and Todd Strange (CROWBAR, DOWN) in a new band called EYE AM. EYE AM is currently in Gainesville, Florida preparing to enter...

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DAVID DRAIMAN: Why DISTURBED Chose To Embark On U.S. Headlining Tour Instead Of Playing Festivals This Summer

In a new interview with Beef Vegan, DISTURBED frontman David Draiman was asked why he and his bandmates chose to embark on a U.S. headlining tour this summer as opposed to making festival appearances, like they had done in the past. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We love both, b...

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Ex-BLACK SABBATH/DIO Drummer VINNY APPICE: Why I Don't Play Double-Bass Drums

In a new interview with Paul Rogne of the Drumming News Network, legendary drummer Vinny Appice was asked why he doesn't play double-bass drums. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, because Carmine [Appice, Vinny's brother] went over to double bass; he started on single bass. Th...

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New STEEL PANTHER Bassist SPYDER: Playing In This Band Is 'A Dream Come True'

In a new interview with "Tales Of A KISS Geek With Glen Walker", STEEL PANTHER's new bassist Joe "Spyder" Lester spoke about the challenges of replacing Lexxi Foxx, who left in July 2021 after spending 21 years with the band. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Lexxi Foxx was my favorite...

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FEAR FACTORY's DINO CAZARES Explains Why He Chose 'Unknown Guy' To Replace BURTON C. BELL

During an appearance on "The Jasta Show", guitarist Dino Cazares of industrial metal pioneers FEAR FACTORY discussed his decision to recruit Italy's Milo Silvestro as the replacement for the band's original singer Burton C. Bell. Speaking about the FEAR FACTORY vocalist search, Dino said: "A lot of...

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PAUL GILBERT Shares Cover Of BLACK SABBATH's Heaven And Hell' From 'The Dio Album'

On April 7, 2023, Paul Gilbert will release an album celebrating one of heavy metal's greatest icons when he releases "The Dio Album" via Music Theories Recordings/Mascot Label Group. To get another taster, check out Gilbert's take on "Heaven And Hell" below. It was pure chance that led Paul Gilbert...

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MICHAEL SWEET: STRYPER Was 'Really Scary To The Church' In The Beginning

In a new interview with Australia's Heavy, Michael Sweet of Christian rockers STRYPER spoke about the fact that his band is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's really crazy. And especially considering the fact that we don't look a day over...

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Rock Legend GRAHAM NASH To Release First New Studio Album In Seven Years, 'Now'

Two-time Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee and founding member of both THE HOLLIES and CROSBY, STILLS & NASH, Graham Nash returns with his first studio album of new material in seven years, titled "Now", due May 19 on BMG. "Now" was produced by Nash and longtime touring keyboardist Todd Caldwe...

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AEROSMITH's JOE PERRY Announces April 2023 Tour Dates With THE JOE PERRY PROJECT

Legendary AEROSMITH guitarist and songwriter Joe Perry has confirmed six U.S. solo gigs in April for THE JOE PERRY PROJECT. Joining Joe in the 2023 lineup of THE JOE PERRY PROJECT are EXTREME's Gary Cherone on lead vocals, AEROSMITH backing singer Buck Johnson on keyboards and vocals, Jason Sutter (...