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JOEL HOEKSTRA: 'If You're Getting Into Music To Make Money, You Have A Hole In Your Head'

In a new interview with Guitar World, acclaimed guitarist Joel Hoekstra (WHITESNAKE, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA, NIGHT RANGER) was asked what piece of advice he would give to his younger self if he could travel back in time. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We were poor, quite frank...

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AT THE GATES Doesn't Rule Out Playing Shows To Celebrate TOMAS LINDBERG's Life

In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, bassist Jonas Björler of Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES spoke about the band's upcoming album, "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", which will be released on April 24 via Century Media Records. The follow-up to 2021's "The Nightmare of Being"...

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HARDLINE Announces New Album 'Shout', Shares 'Rise Up' Single

American/Italian hard rock veterans HARDLINE, led by vocalist Johnny Gioeli (also frontman of the AXEL RUDI PELL band),will release a new studio album, "Shout", on April 17, 2026 via Steamhammer/SPV. It's impossible to tell the full story of "Shout" without mentioning HARDLINE's 1992 classic "Doubl...

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AT THE GATES Announces 'The Ghost Of A Future Dead' Album, Shares 'The Fever Mask' Single

Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES will release their new album, "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", on April 24 via Century Media Records. The follow-up to 2021's wildly adventurous "The Nightmare of Being", this upcoming release marks a special tribute to frontman Tomas Lindberg, who trag...

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ALEX VAN HALEN Confirms Album He Is Working On With STEVE LUKATHER Includes Previously Unreleased, Unfinished VAN HALEN Recordings

In a new interview with Gastão Moreira of Brazil's Kazagastão, Alex Van Halen spoke in more detail about the album he is working on with TOTO guitarist Steve Lukather. The VAN HALEN drummer said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Ed [late VAN HALEN guitarist and Alex's brother, Eddie Van Halen]...

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It's always a great feeling when a beloved band comes back after a break. Vancouver, Canada's THE VEER UNION — featuring lead singer, songwriter and producer Crispin Earl, guitarist Ryan Ramsdell, drummer Ricardo Viana and bass player Glen Bridon — got their start in 2008 and have been laying low as...

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BROTHER CANE Shares New Single 'Nothing To Lose' From Upcoming 'Magnolia Medicine' Album

BROTHER CANE will release its first new album in 27 years, "Magnolia Medicine", on April 17, 2026 via Double Dragon Records, distributed by Virgin Music Group. The official lyric video for the LP's latest single, "Nothing To Lose", can be seen below. BROTHER CANE is an American rock band originally...

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FAITH NO MORE's RODDY BOTTUM Looks Back On 1980s 'Hair Metal' Scene: 'It Was A Really Weird World To Be In At That Time'

During an appearance on the latest episode of the "Beardo & Weirdo" podcast, hosted by FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH bassist Chris Kael and comedian Craig Gass, FAITH NO MORE co-founder, musical trailblazer, and queer icon Roddy Bottum — who is promoting the recent release of his memoir "The Royal We"...

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LIMP BIZKIT, THE OFFSPRING And GOJIRA To Headline 2026 ROCK FEST In Cadott, Wisconsin

Rock Fest, the largest three-day rock music and camping event in the U.S., returns July 16-18 with one of its most stacked lineups to date. Taking over the hayfield in Cadott, Wisconsin, Rock Fest 2026 delivers a heavy-hitting mix of global headliners, fan-favorite staples and 21 national acts makin...

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DREAM THEATER's MIKE PORTNOY Unveils Limited-Edition Release Of His TAMA Signature Snare Drum

In the fall of 2023, Mike Portnoy's exciting return to DREAM THEATER ignited the entire music industry. For Tama, this meant only one thing: a new monster must be born. Taking inspiration from Mike's original "Purple Monster" kit, Tama created a truly unique and custom finish that was specially craf...

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CROWBAR And EYEHATEGOD Announce March/April 2026 U.S. Tour

CROWBAR and EYEHATEGOD will join forces for a U.S. co-headlining tour this spring. The trek will kick off on March 19 at Chelsea's Live in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and wrap on April 18 at Tipitina's in New Orleans, Louisiana. Tour dates: March 19 - Baton Rouge, LA @ Chelsea's Live March 20 - San Anton...

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HALESTORM's AREJAY HALE On Supporting IRON MAIDEN In Europe: 'I Was Very, Very Pleasantly Surprised By How Well That Tour Went'

During a recent appearance on The DJ Force X podcast, HALESTORM drummer Arejay Hale spoke about his band's May/June 2025 European run of shows as the support act for British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "That was crazy. [Laughs] It ended up being a r...

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ALEX VAN HALEN Confirms He Is Working On New Album With TOTO's STEVE LUKATHER

Alex Van Halen has revealed that is about to begin work on a new album with TOTO guitarist Steve Lukather. "I'm getting ready to do this record with Lukather and a couple of other people," the VAN HALEN drummer told IRON MAIDEN's Nicko McBrain on the "Metal Sticks" podcast. "It should be exciting."...

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RODDY BOTTUM Reflects On FAITH NO MORE's 1992 Tour With GUNS N' ROSES: 'Misogyny, Male Aggression, Toxic Masculinity Was All Just Part Of The Equation'

During an appearance on the "60 Minutes Or Less" podcast from Birthday Cake For Breakfast, FAITH NO MORE co-founder, musical trailblazer and queer icon Roddy Bottum — who has been promoting his recently released memoir "The Royal We" — reflected on his band's 1992 run of shows as the opening act fo...

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JOSH SMITH On HALESTORM's Longevity: There 'Was Just Always This Family Vibe' Within The Band

In a recent interview with Chas Byrne of Express FM, HALESTORM bassist Josh Smith spoke about how he and his bandmates — guitarist/vocalist Lzzy Hale, drummer Arejay Hale and guitarist Joe Hottinger — have managed to stay together and remain successful for more than two decades. He said (as transcri...