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METALLICA Shares Pro-Shot Video Of 'Devil's Dance' Performance From Second Show Of Las Vegas Sphere Residency

METALLICA has shared professionally filmed video of the "Devil's Dance" performance from the second show of the band's "Life Burns Faster" residency, which took place on October 3 at Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada. The residency includes 24 performances presented as 12 "No Repeat Weekend" engagements i...

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ARMORED SAINT's JOHN BUSH Praises BRUCE DICKINSON: 'Not Only Does He Still Sound Great, His Energy Level Is Just Ridiculous'

In a new interview with Ruben Mosqueda of We Go To 11, ARMORED SAINT vocalist John Bush spoke about going to see his former bandmates in ANTHRAX when they opened for IRON MAIDEN at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles in late September. Asked if he had a chance to say hello to the guys in ANTHRAX at the g...

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JOHN 5's Advice To Young Musicians: 'Play What You Love'

In a new interview with Mexico's Frontera Rock, acclaimed guitarist John 5 (real name John William Lowery) was asked what advice he would give to young musicians looking to follow a similar path. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, I believe that everybody is inspired by anothe...

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JUDAS PRIEST: 'The Early Years' Interactive Scrapbook Takes You Back To The Band's First Two Studio Albums

Exciter Records has launched The Early Years, an interactive JUDAS PRIEST scrapbook taking you back to the band's formative years surrounding "Rocka Rolla" and "Sad Wings Of Destiny". Explore a collection of early photos, videos, memorabilia, and archival treasures that bring this defining chapter o...

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WILLIAM SHATNER Says His RIOT FEST Performance 'Proved' To Him The 'Viability' Of His Upcoming Heavy Metal Album: 'This Is Gonna Be A Major Thing'

In a new interview with Fox News, 95-year-old "Star Trek" legend William Shatner spoke about his upcoming hard rock/heavy metal album "What The F Is Heavy Metal?", which is tentatively due in 2027 via Cleopatra Records. The project, which is being driven by a heavyweight production team led by Adam...

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K.K. DOWNING On IAN HILL's Retirement From JUDAS PRIEST: 'I Wish Him Well, And All The Best For The Future'

During an October 14 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", original JUDAS PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing was asked to comment on bassist Ian Hill's recent announcement that he was retiring from JUDAS PRIEST, effective immediately. Downing said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):...

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KK'S PRIEST Releases Music Video For New Version Of JUDAS PRIEST Classic 'Never Satisfied'

KK'S PRIEST, which features former JUDAS PRIEST members K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim "Ripper" Owens (vocals),has revisited a classic from the JUDAS PRIEST catalog, re-recording "Never Satisfied" with Owens. The new version of the song, originally featured on PRIEST's 1974 debut album "Rocka Rolla"...

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PETER FRAMPTON to Receive 'Icon Award' At Newport Beach Film Festival

Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee and Grammy Award-winning guitarist Peter Frampton will receive the Icon Award tonight at the 27th annual Newport Beach Film Festival, following the opening night screening of his documentary "Frampton". Dean and Robert DeLeo of STONE TEMPLE PILOTS will present the...

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Auction Now Underway To Play On Celebrity Bowling Team  At Annual 'Bowl For Ronnie' Bowling Party

Bidding is now underway on eBay for a lucky winner to bowl on the celebrity bowling team captained by broadcast personality and event host Eddie Trunk at the annual "Bowl For Ronnie" celebrity bowling party on Thursday, November 12, 2026 benefiting the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund...

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IAN HILL Opens Up About His Decision To Retire From JUDAS PRIEST: 'I Had No Choice, Really'

In a new interview with Ukrainian metalhead Vladyslav Stadnyk, who goes by the name Metal Pilgrim, Ian Hill, the longest-serving member of JUDAS PRIEST, discussed his decision to retire from the band. Hill revealed his departure to fans in a lengthy statement on October 9, citing the "evil arthritis...

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STEVE HACKETT Announces 2027 North American Tour Dates

After 13 years, Steve Hackett is bringing his classic GENESIS material back to North American stages with a brand-new show celebrating the very best of GENESIS alongside highlights from his extensive solo career. In 2013, Hackett's North American and U.K. tours culminated in an acclaimed performance...

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EVAN STANLEY And NICK SIMMONS Reject 'Nepotism' Label For Their STANLEY SIMMONS Project: 'This Is What We Would Do If Nobody Was Watching'

In a new interview with the Preston & Steve show which is broadcast on Philadelphia's active rock radio station 93.3 WMMR, Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — addressed accusations which have been leveled at them for supposedly leveraging thei...

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HATEBREED's JAMEY JASTA Says Fans Won't Have To Wait Long For Follow-Up To Upcoming 'Fatal Paradox' Album

In a new interview with Nik Nocturnal, studio album, HATEBREED frontman Jamey Jasta spoke about the title of the band's upcoming studio album, "Fatal Paradox", which will arrive on November 6 via BLKIIBLK, the heavy metal imprint of Frontiers Label Group. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET...

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RIK EMMETT Reveals He Lost 'All' His Hair After TRIUMPH's 2026 Comeback Tour: 'You May See Me Wearing A Lot Of Hats' At Upcoming Shows

In a new interview with Rob Edwards of Talkin' Bout Rock, TRIUMPH's Rik Emmett opened up about returning to the road for a North American tour after a 30-year hiatus. For the 2026 trek, TRIUMPH's original members Emmett and drummer/vocalist Gil Moore were joined by guitarist Phil X, drummer and keyb...

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Should Heavy Metal Bands Be More Political In Their Messaging? TOM MORELLO Weighs In

In a recent interview with Berlin, Germany's Star FM 87.9 radio station, RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello spoke about his active role as a champion for heavy metal icons JUDAS PRIEST and IRON MAIDEN, both in his work as a Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame nominating committee member and as a...