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CARMINE APPICE Argues BLACK SABBATH Isn't A Heavy Metal Band: 'They're Heavy Hard Rock'

Legendary drummer Carmine Appice was recently interviewed on "The Adventures Of Pipeman", which airs on W4CY Radio. When host The Pipeman noted that bands like QUIET RIOT weren't considered real heavy metal back in the early 1980s at the start of the thrash metal movement with bands like METALLICA a...

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TONY IOMMI Names BLACK SABBATH Riffs He Immediately Knew Were Special

During an appearance on the latest episode of Loudwire Nights, BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi was asked to name a riff that, when he wrote it, he just knew it was special. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, without sounding big-headed, [there were] a few. [Laughs] When we'...

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RACHEL BOLAN: SKID ROW Has Been Talking To A Few 'No-Name' Singers About Joining The Band

In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, SKID ROW bassist Rachel Bolan was asked if he and his bandmates have been talking to any singers about potentially stepping in to replace the recently departed Erik Grönwall. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We have...

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SAMMY HAGAR To Play Acoustic Set At Grand Opening Of Stage Red In Fontana, California

Sammy Hagar will officially open the doors to Stage RED Theater in Fontana, California on Saturday, June 15 with "An Acoustic Evening With Sammy Hagar And Vic Johnson" special concert event. Stage RED Theater is the multi-million dollar transformation of the historic Center Stage Theater into an int...

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SEBASTIAN BACH Isn't Thinking About SKID ROW Reunion: 'Those Guys Are Currently On Their Eighth Or Ninth Replacement For Me'

In a new interview with Joe Rock of Long Island's rock station 102.3 WBAB, Sebastian Bach, who recently released his first solo album in a decade, "Child Within The Man", was asked if he thinks a reunion of SKID ROW's classic lineup is ever going to actually happen. He responded (as transcribed by B...

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DEF LEPPARD Looks Back On Making Of 'Pyromania': 'We Knew This Project Was Going To Be A Long Haul'

DEF LEPPARD's "Pyromania" became a genuine phenomenon in 1983 when it sold a staggering 10 million copies in the United States alone. Guitarist Phil Collen and bassist Rick Savage spoke to Rock Candy magazine editor Howard Johnson at length about the long and arduous process of making this masterpie...

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SEBASTIAN BACH Admits 'There's Nothing Happening' With Hypothetical SKID ROW Reunion

In a new interview with That Fuzzing Rock Show, ex-SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach was once again asked about possible reunion with his former bandmates. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, there's nothing happening on that front right now. Other than me and Rob [Affuso], the dr...

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TONY IOMMI On OZZY OSBOURNE's Desire To Play One Last BLACK SABBATH Concert With BILL WARD: 'It'd Be A Nice Idea'

During an appearance on the May 22 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi was asked about Ozzy Osbourne's recent comment that he would like to play one final SABBATH concert with the band's original drummer Bill Ward. Tony said (as transcribed by BL...

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SKID ROW's DAVE 'SNAKE' SABO Rules Out Reunion With SEBASTIAN BACH: 'It's Not Gonna Happen'

In a new interview with The Hook Rocks podcast, SKID ROW guitarist Dave "Snake" Sabo was asked if he and his bandmates have "targeted" any new singers since SKID ROW's latest frontman — former "Swedish Idol" contestant Erik Grönwall — quit the band to focus on his health. Snake responded (as transcr...

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New BREAKING BENJAMIN Music To Arrive This Year 'For Sure'

In a new interview with Ronni Hunter and Thick Rick of the 99.7 The Blitz radio station, BREAKING BENJAMIN guitarist Jasen Rauch spoke about the progress of the recording sessions for the band's long-awaited new studio album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We've got about four [songs...

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METALLICA's Official Webstore Is Selling Collection Of Visual Art Created By LARS ULRICH's Late Father

METALLICA's official webstore is selling "Still In Play", a collection of visual art created by multidisciplinary artist and tennis-playing legend Torben Ulrich, also known as the father of METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich. This unique body of work, inspired by Torben's athletic and physical experience...

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OZZY OSBOURNE Wants To Play One More BLACK SABBATH Show With BILL WARD: 'I Would Jump At The Chance'

Ozzy Osbourne and Billy Morrison — the longtime rhythm guitarist in Billy Idol's band and former bassist for THE CULT — have released the latest episode of their new Internet TV show, "The Madhouse Chronicles". During the chat, the legendary BLACK SABBATH singer reflected on the making of the band's...

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METAL CHURCH Guitarist KURDT VANDERHOOF's HALL AFLAME Releases Music Video For 'Ripcord'

HALL AFLAME, the rock band led by METAL CHURCH founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof, released its sophomore album, "Amplifire", on May 3 via Rat Pak Records. The official music video for the LP's third single, "Ripcord", can be seen below. The clip was filmed, produced and edited by Rick Moyer in Abe...

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See Trailer For BILLY CORGAN's New Unscripted Series 'Adventures In Carnyland'

A trailer for "Billy Corgan's Adventures In Carnyland", the new eight-episode unscripted series from Nacelle ("The Movies That Made Us", Disney's "Behind the Attraction", "Icons Unearthed") and Billy Corgan, can be seen below. "Billy Corgan's Adventures In Carnyland" is set to premiere on the CW app...

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SEBASTIAN BACH Needs To Write 'A Thoughtful' And 'Perfect E-Mail' To SKID ROW To Clear Up 'A Miscommunication'

During an appearance on the May 10 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", Sebastian Bach was asked if there has been any dialogue between him and his former bandmates in SKID ROW about a possible reunion now that they are once again in need of a singer. He responded (as transcribed b...