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Hear MEGADETH's Version Of METALLICA Classic 'Ride The Lightning'

MEGADETH's version of "Ride The Lightning", the title track of METALLICA's 1984 album for which MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine got a co-writing credit following his 1983 departure from the legendary heavy metal band, can be streamed below. MEGADETH's version of "Ride The Lightning" appears on the ban...

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JACK OWEN: 'I Never Told The CANNIBAL CORPSE Guys Why I Left' The Band

In a new interview with The Growl Podcast, former CANNIBAL CORPSE guitarist Jack Owen was asked why he decided to leave the band back in 2004. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "Oh, it was a combination [of things]. My life was changing at that time. I got divorced and my mom passed awa...

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NEAL MORSE BAND (NMB),Featuring MIKE PORTNOY, Shares 'Hurt People' Single From Upcoming 'L.I.F.T.' Album

For over a decade, NEAL MORSE BAND, now known simply as NMB, has stood as one of progressive rock's most enduring and unified collectives. With their latest studio album "L.I.F.T." set for release on February 27, 2026, Neal Morse, Mike Portnoy, Eric Gillette, Bill Hubauer and Randy George return wit...

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JEFF PILSON On FOREIGNER's Current Tour: LOU GRAMM 'Has Been So Wonderful And Supportive To This Whole Thing'

In a new interview with the Creativity Talkin podcast, longtime FOREIGNER bassist and musical director Jeff Pilson spoke about the band's recent singer change, from Kelly Hansen to Luis Maldonado. Luis joined FOREIGNER as a guitarist and backing vocalist in 2021, but did not take over on lead vocals...

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Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS Explain Why They Chose To Name Their Collaborative Project STANLEY SIMMONS

In the latest episode of the Caught On The Mike podcast, hosted by former Midwestern musician Michael Clark, Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — spoke about their recently released collaborative single, "Body Down", and their upcoming debu...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Says He 'Loves' JAMES HETFIELD And LARS ULRICH: 'We're Constantly Working On Improving Our Relationship'

In a new interview with SPIN.com, Dave Mustaine spoke about his decision to include his version of "Ride The Lightning", the title track of METALLICA's 1984 album for which he got a co-writing credit following his 1983 departure from the band, on the final MEGADETH album, simply titled "Megadeth". D...

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OVERKILL Recruits Ex-FEAR FACTORY Bassist CHRISTIAN OLDE WOLBERS For March/April 2026 'Thrash Of The Titans' Tour

Ex-FEAR FACTORY bassist Christian Olde Wolbers will once again fill in for OVERKILL bassist D.D. Verni on the New Jersey thrash metal veterans' upcoming U.S. tour as the support act for TESTAMENT. Additional support on the "Thrash Of The Titans" trek, which will launch in March, will come from Germa...

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SNOT Has Completed Five Songs With New Singer ANDY KNAPP; Long-Awaited Album Information Coming 'Soon'

Reactivated Santa Barbara-based metal/punk rock hybrid SNOT has "completed" five new songs for the band's long-awaited new studio album. The upcoming effort is being recorded with producer, engineer and mixer Chris Collier and will mark SNOT's first release with new singer Andy Knapp, who made his l...

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JAY JAY FRENCH Explains Why TWISTED SISTER's 2026 Reunion Tour Probably Won't Feature Setlist Surprises

In a new interview with Don De Leaumont of the Talking The Talk With Don podcast, TWISTED SISTER's founding guitarist Jay Jay French spoke about the group's announcement that he and his longtime bandmates are reuniting for a 50th-anniversary world tour in 2026. The reunion will feature TWISTED SISTE...

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BURTON CUMMINGS And RANDY BACHMAN Open Up About Reclaiming THE GUESS WHO Name

In a new interview with Tom Power, host of "Q" on Canada's CBC Radio One, lead singer Burton Cummings and guitarist Randy Bachman spoke about their upcoming tour together as THE GUESS WHO for the first time in 23 years. After settling a trademark lawsuit with two other members of the band in 2024, t...

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WARRANT Touring Bassist ROBBIE CRANE Says JANI LANE 'Looked Fantastic' And 'Healthy' Shortly Before His Death

In a new interview with Anthony Bryant of The Hair Metal Guru, bassist Robbie Crane, who has had stints with Vince Neil's band, RATT and LYNCH MOB, before joining BLACK STAR RIDERS as a full-time member, reflected on his friendship with late WARRANT singer Jani Lane. He said (as transcribed by BLABB...

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PETER CRISS On Beating Breast Cancer Nearly Two Decades Ago: 'God Gave Me My Miracle'

In a new interview with Julian Gill, Lonnie Weischaar and Ken Keenan of the KissFAQ podcast, original KISS drummer Peter Criss spoke about the lyrical inspiration for the song "Walking On Water" from his latest solo album, simply titled "Peter Criss", which arrived on December 19, 2025. Asked how im...

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MORTAL SIN's MAT MAURER On Possibility Of New Music: 'It's Been Discussed'

Last summer, Australian thrash metal pioneers MORTAL SIN announced that they will return to the stage in 2026, 15 years since their last tour on the 2011 "Thrashfest Classics" European run. MORTAL SIN's 2026 lineup will see original members Mat Maurer (vocals) and Andy Eftichiou (bass) joined by Nat...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Explains Why Guitar Solo In MEGADETH's Version Of 'Ride The Lightning' Is Close To KIRK HAMMETT's 1984 Recording

In a new interview with Spain's MariskalRockTV, Dave Mustaine spoke about his decision to include his version of "Ride The Lightning", the title track of METALLICA's 1984 album for which he got a co-writing credit following his 1983 departure from the band, on the final MEGADETH album, simply titled...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Says METALLICA's 'Ride The Lightning' Is 'A Hell Of A Song': JAMES HETFIELD's 'Original Vocal Performance Was Really Tremendous'

In a new interview with Guitar World magazine, Dave Mustaine spoke about his decision to include his version of "Ride The Lightning", the title track of METALLICA's 1984 album for which he got a co-writing credit following his 1983 departure from the band, on the final MEGADETH album, simply titled...