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ACCEPT's WOLF HOFFMANN: 'As A Musician, You Have To Constantly Adapt' To Social Media And Technological Advancements

In a new interview with Carlos Guimarães of Portugal's Caminhos Metálicos, ACCEPT guitarist Wolf Hoffmann was asked if he it's difficult adapting to all the social media platforms and technological advancements which have changed the way artists create and promote their music. He responded (as trans...

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Ex-FEAR FACTORY Singer BURTON C. BELL Releases Lyric Video For New Single 'Savages'

Extreme music pioneer, multimedia talent, and iconoclastic provocateur Burton C. Bell is known as the original voice of FEAR FACTORY, which defined futuristic anxiety, existential desperation, and steadfast resistance. He has continued to explore themes of dystopian angsts, identity, and technology...

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OZZY OSBOURNE On His Final Concert: 'All I Can Say Is I'm Giving 120%' To Get Ready For The Show

On the latest episode of SiriusXM's Ozzy Speaks, Ozzy Osbourne and co-host Billy Morrison talked about Ozzy's final performance, set for July 5 in his original hometown of Birmingham, England. Ozzy also reflected on the significance of the show, shared stories, played music from the bands performing...

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RISE AGAINST Announces 'Ricochet', First New Album In Four Years

RISE AGAINST has returned with news of the band's most resounding and reinvigorating music to date. Out August 15 via Loma Vista Recordings, "Ricochet" marks the rock band's first album in four years, arriving in a world of constant stimuli, where the algorithm wants us all to be angry: like a pile...

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Ex-ICED EARTH Singer STU BLOCK Hopes MATT BARLOW Rejoins The Band: 'It Just Works On So Many Levels'

Former ICED EARTH singer Stu Block says that he hopes Matt Barlow rejoins the band if founding guitarist Jon Schaffer decides to reactivate the group at some point in the future. Barlow, who served two stints with ICED EARTH — from 1993 to 2003 and from 2007 to 2011 — was asked about the possibility...

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THE RASMUS Announces 'Weirdo' Album Details, Shares 'Break These Chains' Single

Finnish rock outfit THE RASMUS holds nothing back on its new track, the toxic love-themed "Break These Chains" featuring Niko Vilhelm of BLIND CHANNEL. It's out today (May 16) via Better Noise Music and Playground Music. Driven by THE RASMUS's signature blend of dark atmospheres and anthemic melodie...

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HENRY ROLLINS On His Rumored Punk Rock Museum: 'It's The Biggest Project I've Ever Tried To Pull Off The Hook'

On April 5, Henry Rollins — musician, spoken-word artist and one of the forerunners of the hardcore punk scene — was at VersoFest 2025, joined in conversation with fellow author and musician Nabil Ayers. As part of their Verso Visionary Conversation, the two discussed everything from Rollins's child...

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BLIND GUARDIAN Announces Fall 2025 North American Tour With ENSIFERUM And SEVEN KINGDOMS

Legendary German power metal band BLIND GUARDIAN has announced its long-awaited return to North America with a headlining tour set for fall 2025. The band will perform across the United States and Canada, bringing their celebrated album "Somewhere Far Beyond" to life on stage. The tour will kick off...

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See ACCEPT's Entire Performance At 2025 Edition Of M3 ROCK FESTIVAL

Fan-filmed video of ACCEPT's entire May 3 concert at the 2025 edition of the M3 Rock Festival at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland can be seen below. The band's setlist was as follows: 01. The Reckoning 02. Humanoid 03. Restless And Wild 04. Straight Up Jack 05. Midnight Mover 06....

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POSSESSED's JEFF BECERRA Pays Tribute To Late Guitarist BRIAN MONTANA: 'He Was Jovial And A Gentleman'

Vocalist/bassist Jeff Becerra of pioneering death metallers POSSESSED has commented on the passing of the band's former guitarist Brian Montana. The 60-year-old musician died on Monday, April 28 during a shootout with police. According to a press release from the South San Francisco Police Departmen...

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STEVEN TYLER And Members Of SOUNDGARDEN Added To BLACK SABBATH's Final Concert

Ozzy Osbourne's wife and manager Sharon Osbourne has revealed to The Guardian that AEROSMITH's Steven Tyler (pictured) and members of SOUNDGARDEN have been added to the list of performers at the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity event on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The...

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OZZY OSBOURNE Promises To Do His 'Best' At His Final Concert, But Admits He 'May Be Sitting Down' While Performing

Ozzy Osbourne says that he will "do the best" he can when he plays his final gig this summer. The legendary heavy metal singer announced his last-ever performance on February 5, revealing that the original members of BLACK SABBATH are reuniting for the first time in 20 years for the show. Joining th...

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BLACKIE LAWLESS Says 'Censorship Is Worse Now Than It Was In The '80s', Calls DONALD TRUMP 'A Winner'

In a new interview with Mane Campos of Chile's Heavyfonía, Blackie Lawless of W.A.S.P., whose single "Animal (F**k Like a Beast)", landed at No. 9 on the PMRC's (Parents' Music Resource Center) "Filthy Fifteen" 40 years ago, spoke about the importance of free speech. He said (as transcribed by BLABB...

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ACCEPT Recruits Producer CHRIS 'ZEUSS' HARRIS For Upcoming 50th-Anniversary Album

In a new interview with Mark Strigl, ACCEPT guitarist Wolf Hoffmann spoke about the band's touring plans beyond a couple of U.S. festival appearances this year, including one at the M3 Rock Festival in early May at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland. He said (as transcribed by BLAB...

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KORN's BRIAN 'HEAD' WELCH Encourages Young Men 'To Develop A Relationship With Christ One On One'

In a recent episode of the Stand Up Dude podcast, host Tim Bisagno engaged in a heartfelt conversation with KORN guitarist Brian "Head" Welch, a former drug addict and reformed Christian. They delved into Brian's transformative journey from fame and addiction to faith and purpose. Brian shared his s...