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PÄR SUNDSTRÖM: 'Some People In This World Don't Understand SABATON'

In a new interview with Ore Bihovsky of TotalRock's "Louder" radio show, SABATON bassist and manager Pär Sundström was asked if the band's signature focus on writing songs about historical battles, wars and acts of heroism has made him and his bandmates more optimistic about the future. Pär responde...

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L7 Bassist JENNIFER FINCH Diagnosed With Aggressive Brain Cancer

L7 bassist, photographer and multidisciplinary artist Jennifer Finch has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. What initially appeared to be a condition that could be addressed through treatment and a full course of radiation has progressed rap...

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THE RASMUS Announces First-Ever Headlining Tour Of North America

Fresh off a spring 2026 support slot on THE HU U.S. tour, Finnish rockers THE RASMUS — Lauri Ylönen (founder, frontman, lead singer-songwriter); Eero Heinonen (bass); Emilia "Emppu" Suhonen (guitar); and Aki Hakala (drums) — have announced their first-ever headline tour of North America. The trek wi...

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Influential Independent Label FERRET MUSIC Returns, Announces New Signings

Ferret Music, the influential independent label known for shaping the landscape of 2000's metalcore, born of a love for punk, hardcore and metal, has officially made its return — marking one of the most anticipated revivals in the heavy music world. At its peak, the label served as a launching pad f...

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New TWISTED SISTER Drummer JOEY CASSATA Was 'Blown Away' To Get Phone Call Asking Him To Play For The Band: 'There Was No Audition'

In a new interview with Robby Vegas, Joey Cassata, who played drums on Ace Frehley's final original solo album, "10,000 Volts", spoke about his latest gig as the drummer for TWISTED SISTER's upcoming fall 2026 featuring Sebastian Bach on lead vocals. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Ye...

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SABATON Announces 21-Show Arena Tour Of Sweden For January/February 2027

Swedish metallers SABATON have announced a 21-date arena tour of their home country for January/February 2027. The band states: "After the unforgettable nights we shared together at Sweden Rock Festival and our huge shows in Stockholm and Gothenburg last year, we're excited to announce our return in...

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SABATON Announces Second Leg Of European 'Legendary Tour' For Spring 2027

Following the success of their huge arena run in 2025 which saw them bring an on stage castle and a mechanical drawbridge to arenas across Europe, including London's O2 Arena and Manchester Co-op Live, Swedish metallers SABATON have announced a second part to "The Legendary Tour". SABATON states: "A...

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L7's JENNIFER FINCH To Miss Band's Summer 2026 Shows Due To 'Recent Health Concern'

L7 bassist Jennifer Finch will be forced to miss the band's summer 2026 shows due to an undisclosed "recent health concern requiring extended treatment". She will be temporarily replaced at these concerts by Tsuzumi Okai, who was previously a touring bassist for LIMP BIZKIT in 2018. On Sunday (May 3...

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Watch: TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Performs JUDAS PRIEST Classics In Kortrijk, Belgium During Spring 2026 European Tour

Fan-filmed video of Tim "Ripper" Owens's May 27 concert at DVG Club in Kortrijk, Belgium can be seen below. Backing the former JUDAS PRIEST and current KK'S PRIEST singer at the gig were Emiliano Tessitore on guitar, Martin Bilek on guitar, Francesco Caporaletti on bass and Alessio Palizzi on drums....

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See BILLY IDOL's 'Lifetime Achievement Award' Acceptance Speech And Performance At 2026 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS

Rock legend Billy Idol received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 52nd American Music Awards this past weekend. Idol celebrated the honor with his first-ever AMAs performance with longtime collaborator/guitarist Steve Stevens, playing a medley of his biggest hits, including "Eyes Without A Face"...

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HALESTORM's LZZY HALE On Upcoming Tour With BABYMETAL: 'I'm So Excited About The Idea Because It's A Little Off Center'

During an appearance on the May 10 episode of "Whiplash", the 95.5 KLOS radio show hosted by Full Metal Jackie, HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale spoke about her band's upcoming North American tour as the support act for BABYMETAL. The trek will kick off on September 2 at Denver, Colorado's Ball Arena...

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L7 Announces 'The Last Hurrah' Final Tour

L7 has announced "The Last Hurrah Tour", detailing the first leg of the band's final world tour which will kick off in the U.S. on October 9. The legendary feminist rockers have commanded fans to their feet and their ballot box for four decades with an effortless blend of punk ethos, heavy grunge, m...

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DAVE GROHL: 'The NIRVANA Experience Was Something Else, In All The Best And Worst Ways'

On the latest episode of the Broken Record Podcast, Dave Grohl reflected on NIRVANA's legacy and the difficult period following Kurt Cobain's death. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "The NIRVANA experience was — I don't even know what the word is for it. It was just something else — in...

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Drummer EMLEE JOHANSSON Exits THE GEMS: 'This Is One Of The Hardest Decisions I've Ever Made In My Life'

Drummer Emlee Johansson has announced her departure from THE GEMS. THE GEMS came together in February 2023 when it was announced that Johansson, Guernica Mancini (vocals) and Mona Lindgren (guitar) were exiting THUNDERMOTHER after a six-year run. THE GEMS have since released two studio albums via Na...

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LZZY HALE: How HALESTORM 'Lost' Its 'Taste In Religion' After Starting Out As 'Christian' Rock Band

In a new interview with music journalist Matt Mills of the Heavy Stories podcast, HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale reflected on the group's early days in the late 1990s when the music she and her bandmates created was described by the Patriot-News as "classic rock" with "a wholesome message for the Am...