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DAVID ELLEFSON Says DAVE MUSTAINE Fired Him From MEGADETH Over 'Personal Grudges And Resentments'
In a new interview with Spain's The Metal Circus, ex-MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke about the fact that he is constantly being associated with his former band, even as he tries to launch several new musical projects, including KINGS OF THRASH and DIETH. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH...April 24, 2023
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Watch: METALLICA's LARS ULRICH Demonstrates His Double-Bass Drumming Technique On 'The Howard Stern Show'
During METALLICA's April 12 appearance on "The Howard Stern Show" at SiriusXM Studios in Los Angeles, California, the band's drummer Lars Ulrich showed host Howard Stern how quickly he moves his feet when he plays the drums. Check out the video below. Earlier this month, Ulrich told Consequence that...April 18, 2023
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JOE LYNN TURNER Doesn't Believe There Is Any Truth To Rumor That RITCHIE BLACKMORE Has Been In Talks About Returning To DEEP PURPLE
Joe Lynn Turner doesn't believe there's any truth to the rumor that DEEP PURPLE has been entertaining the idea of bringing Ritchie Blackmore back into the band. Turner, who has played with Blackmore in both RAINBOW and DEEP PURPLE, weighed in on the possibility of Ritchie's return to PURPLE during a...April 14, 2023
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Watch: POISON's RIKKI ROCKETT Holds Drum Clinic For YAMAHA In Tustin, California
On March 22, POISON drummer and Yamaha artist Rikki Rockett held a drum clinic at International House Of Music (formerly Jim's Music Center) in Tustin, California. Rikki performed hits from POISON's extensive discography on his new UZU charcoal sunburst live custom hybrid oak kit, followed by a ques...April 12, 2023
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PETER FRAMPTON Pays Tribute To JOHN REGAN: 'I Have Lost One Of My Closest Buddies'
Legendary guitarist Peter Frampton (pictured) has paid tribute to acclaimed bassist John Regan who died on Friday (April 7) at the age of 71. No cause of death has been revealed. Regan recorded and toured with Frampton from 1979 to 2011 and appeared on several of the guitarist's albums, beginning wi...April 8, 2023
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Former FREHLEY'S COMET Bassist JOHN REGAN Dies At 71
Acclaimed rock bassist John Regan has died at the age of 71. No cause of death has been revealed. Regan had performed with Tod Howarth, drummer Anton Fig of "Late Show With David Letterman" fame and original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley in the band FREHLEY'S COMET. His recording credits also include P...April 7, 2023
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METALLICA's LARS ULRICH: 'It's Often Easier To Play Fast Than It Is To Play Slow'
In a new interview with Consequence, METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich said that he prides himself on the ability to play what the song calls for, adding that a talented drummer will play what's best for the song and can perform simply, even though they are capable of doing more when needed. "It's often...April 6, 2023
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Prey
Cooked up during long, locked down months and polished to what sounds like close to perfection, "Prey" is a debut album that oozes class. We are firmly in symphonic extreme metal territory here, with echoes of all the usual post-DIMMU subjects, but HALIPHRON rarely sound entirely in thrall to other...March 31, 2023
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Existential Reckoning: Rewired
It was never a matter of if  PUSCIFER would release a remix version of their latest album, 2020's "Existential Reckoning", just when, since the Maynard James Keenan-fronted outfit have done so with each of their previous studio albums. The new offering, "Existential Reckoning: Rewired", brings t...March 27, 2023
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KIP WINGER Says JAMES HETFIELD Called Him To Apologize For Dartboard Scene In METALLICA's 'Nothing Else Matters' Video
During an appearance on the latest episode of the "Appetite For Distortion" podcast, WINGER frontman Kip Winger spoke about METALLICA's "Nothing Else Matters" video, which is perhaps best remembered for a scene where METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich throws darts at a poster of Kip. Asked if he ever fou...March 16, 2023
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DELAIN And VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Announce September 2023 U.S. Tour
Dutch symphonic metallers DELAIN will embark on a U.S. tour in September. Support on the trek will come from VISIONS OF ATLANTIS. Tickets go on sale on Friday, March 17. Tour dates: Sep. 09 - ProgPower USA - Atlanta, GA Sep. 10 - The Underground - Charlotte, NC Sep. 12 - The Foundry - Philadelphia,...March 15, 2023
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FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Earns 15th Consecutive No. 1 On The U.S. Active Rock Radio Chart With 'Welcome To The Circus'
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH has claimed its 15th consecutive No. 1 hit on the U.S. Active Rock Radio chart (Mediabase) with current single "Welcome To The Circus". The single also adds to 5FDP's record streak of No. 1's on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart where the band continues to hold the re...February 28, 2023
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DELAIN Leader Admits 'There Are Similarities' Between Voices Of Band's Current And Former Singers
In a new interview with FaceCulture, DELAIN founder, songwriter and keyboardist Martijn Westerholt spoke about the differences in the singing approach of the band's new frontwoman Diana Leah and that of her predecessor, Charlotte Wessels. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, first of...February 19, 2023
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DELAIN Releases New Single 'Queen Of Shadow'
DELAIN has released a new single, "Queen Of Shadow". The song is taken from the band's upcoming album, "Dark Waters", which will arrive on February 10 via Napalm Records. "Queen Of Shadow" merges the orchestral and synth-focused soundscapes DELAIN is known for. It weaves melodic heavy guitars that i...February 9, 2023
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BLACKIE LAWLESS Reflects On W.A.S.P.'s First U.S. Tour In 10 Years: 'I've Never Wanted Something Not To End So Badly Before'
W.A.S.P. wrapped up its first U.S. tour in 10 years with a sold-out show on December 11 at The Wiltern in Los Angeles. This marked the 18th sold-out shows for the U.S. tour, which kicked off in late October. W.A.S.P.'s performances included the return of the band's classic song "Animal (Fuck Like a...January 25, 2023
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