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LOU GRAMM: 'The Rock That's In The Charts Right Now Is Not Of My Liking. I Don't Even Know If I Would Call It Rock.'

In a new interview with Barry Robinson of Classic Album Review, original FOREIGNER singer Lou Gramm was asked to weigh in on KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons's comment that "rock is dead.". Lou said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "Well, the rock that's in the charts right now is not of my...

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DEF LEPPARD Announces Massive 2027 North American Tour With GOO GOO DOLLS And THE STRUTS

Global icons and Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductees DEF LEPPARD have announced the most anticipated tour of 2027, with four-time Grammy-nominated band GOO GOO DOLLS and very special guests THE STRUTS. The 45-date trek kicks off on March 2 and runs through July 2, making stops in all major markets...

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78-Year-Old ALICE COOPER Once Again Rules Out Retirement: 'I Can't Think Of A Better Job'

In a new interview with The Telegraph's Mick Brown, legendary rocker Alice Cooper, who turned 78 in February, was once again asked about the possibility of retirement. The singer, who was born Vincent Damon Furnier, responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Of course, Alice is a fictitious ch...

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CLUTCH Announces Fourteenth Studio Album 'Wasted Lands', Shares Title Track

Maryland rockers CLUTCH have announced their fourteenth studio album, "Wasted Lands", set for release on January 22, 2027 via the band's own Weathermaker Music. The announcement arrives alongside the release of its raucously groovy, riff-driven title track, "Wasted Lands", and accompanying official...

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GENE SIMMONS: 'You Will Not Be Able To Hold The A.I. Wall Back. To Avoid It, You're Gonna Be Left Behind'

During an appearance on the latest episode of Lisa Guerrero Unleashed, the podcast hosted by award-winning investigative journalist, keynote speaker, actor and producer Lisa Guerrero, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons was asked for his take on artificial intelligence (A.I.) in music. He responded (...

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'Decline Of Western Civilization' Director Says W.A.S.P.'s BLACKIE LAWLESS 'Was Too Cool To Participate' In The Film

In a new interview with Michael Moynihan of The Moynihan Report, documentary filmmaker Penelope Spheeris once again spoke about the infamous scene in her "The Decline Of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years" movie in which then-W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes can be seen guzzling vodka in h...

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HOT SHÖT, Featuring DANGEROUS TOYS, Ex-MACHINE HEAD, DIRTY LOOKS Members, Completes Debut Album

HOT SHÖT, the band featuring Jason McMaster (DANGEROUS TOYS, WATCHTOWER, BROKEN TEETH, IGNITOR) on vocals, Paul Lidel (DIRTY LOOKS, DANGEROUS TOYS, SCREAM THERAPY) on guitar, Dave McClain (SA SLAYER, ex-MACHINE HEAD, SACRED REICH) on drums, Jack Pyers (DIRTY LOOKS) on bass and Dave Beeson (BROKEN TE...

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GENE SIMMONS To Be Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award At IEBA 2026

IEBA (International Entertainment Buyers Association) will honor legendary musician, entrepreneur and KISS co-founder Gene Simmons with its Lifetime Achievement Award during the IEBA 2026 Honors & Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, October 6 at The Pinnacle Nashville. The ceremony will serve as the cul...

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Watch: STANLEY SIMMONS, Featuring Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS, Kicks Off First-Ever U.S. Tour In Dallas

STANLEY SIMMONS, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — kicked off its first-ever U.S. tour last night (Monday, September 14) at Three Links Deep Ellum in Dallas, Texas. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen...

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KISS Announces Massive 50th-Anniversary Super-Deluxe Edition Of 'Rock And Roll Over'

KISS will release a super-deluxe edition of "Rock And Roll Over", the band's fifth studio album, on November 6. "Rock And Roll Over"'s 50th anniversary is celebrated with a comprehensive super deluxe edition box set showcasing a 4CD and Blu-ray Audio experience, including 130 total tracks with 100 t...

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Watch: TITANIUM TART, Featuring IRON MAIDEN's NICKO MCBRAIN, Performs In Fort Lauderdale During 2026 Mini-Tour

IRON MAIDEN drummer Nicko McBrain kicked off a short tour of Florida and Georgia with his TITANIUM TART project on August 29 at The Barn in Sanford, Florida. Fan-filmed video of the second concert of the tour, which took place on September 5 at the Culture Room in Fort Lauderdale, Florida can be see...

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GENE SIMMONS Opens Up About ACE FREHLEY's Death, Current Relationship With PETER CRISS: 'PETER's Always Considered Himself A Victim'

In a new interview with Michael Moynihan of The Moynihan Report, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons was asked how much of all the problems he and guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley had with the other original members of the band, guitarist Ace Frehley and drummer Peter Criss, were "money based". Gene r...

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GENE SIMMONS Says He Was 'Very Liberal' But He Wants 'Nothing To Do With' Democratic Party Now

During an appearance on Heretics, hosted by Andrew Gold, a long-form interview podcast that explores controversial topics and unconventional perspectives, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons addressed his recent claim that he had lost several performances with his solo band because he declined to spe...

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TOMMY THAYER Confirms KISS Has Recorded 'A Great New Song' Written By PAUL STANLEY

In a new interview with Guitar World magazine, KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer confirmed that new music from the legendary rock band is in the works. "We did record a great new song that Paul [Stanley, KISS guitarist/vocalist] wrote," Tommy said. "That's probably about as much as I can tell you right no...

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STANLEY SIMMONS, Featuring Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS, Shares Music Video For New Single 'Cold

The official Jack Hackett-directed music video for "Cold", the latest single from STANLEY SIMMONS, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — can be seen below. "Cold" is taken from STANLEY SIMMONS's debut album, "Dan...