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ERIK GRÖNWALL Leaves MICHAEL SCHENKER's European Tour To Be With His Ailing Father

Former SKID ROW frontman Erik Grönwall has left Michael Schenker's European tour in order to return home to Sweden and be with his ailing father. Earlier today (Sunday, May 4),Erik posted the following message on his social media: "Sometimes life draws a hard line between stage and home. Twenty min...

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THE WHO's PETE TOWNSHEND: 'I Don't Like Being On A Stage. It Doesn't Fill My Soul.'

In a new interview with Spain's RockFM, THE WHO guitarist Pete Townshend spoke about his love for the creative process, particularly as it relates to being in the recording studio. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "Most musicians are not like me. Most musicians do two things th...

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QUEEN's BRIAN MAY Pays Tribute To Producer ROY THOMAS BAKER

QUEEN guitarist Brian May has paid tribute to English producer Roy Thomas Baker who worked on several of the band's albums, including 1975's "A Night At The Opera", featuring the QUEEN classic "Bohemian Rhapsody". Brian took to his Instagram to share a few photos of Roy and he included the following...

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KELLY SHAEFER On Next ATHEIST Album: 'You're Not Gonna Get A Repeat Performance Out Of Us'

In a new interview with the Inner-Strength Check podcast, frontman and founding member Kelly Shaefer of the pioneering technical metal act ATHEIST was asked about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the follow-up to the band's "Jupiter" album, which came out in 2010 via Season Of Mist. Kell...

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Watch: Ex-SKID ROW Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL Performs UFO Classics With MICHAEL SCHENKER In Kraków

4K fan-filmed video of Michael Schenker's April 16 concert at Klub Kwadrat in Kraków, Poland can be seen below. The legendary German guitarist kicked off his spring 2025 European tour on April 9 at De Boerderij in Zoetermeer, The Netherlands. Schenker is touring in support of his recently released "...

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ALICE COOPER And ROB HALFORD To Take Part In Fall 2025 'Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp' In Phoenix

After melting faces across the country on their epic fall 2025 tour, legendary rocker Alice Cooper and JUDAS PRIEST's Rob Halford are inviting musicians and vocalists of all ages and skill levels to do more than just watch from the audience. Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp is gearing up to celebrate its...

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MIKE PORTNOY On His DREAM THEATER Bandmates: 'I Know I Hurt Them When I Left Them'

In a new interview with Tom Power, host of "Q" on Canada's CBC Radio One, DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy reflected on his decision to leave the progressive metal band 15 years ago, a quarter century after he co-founded the group. Portnoy said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Here's the fun...

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HEART Announces August 2025 Tour Dates With TODD RUNDGREN

Legendary rockers HEART will embark on another tour in August. Support on select dates will come from Todd Rundgren. The 14-date trek will kick off on August 8 in Quincy, Washington and conclude on August 30 in Bethel, New York. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on April 24. HEART and T...

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Watch: Ex-SKID ROW Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL Plays First Show With Legendary Guitarist MICHAEL SCHENKER

Legendary German guitarist Michael Schenker kicked off his spring 2025 European tour Wednesday night (April 9) at De Boerderij in Zoetermeer, The Netherlands. Schenker is touring in support of his recently released "My Years With UFO" album celebrating the 50th anniversary of Michael's years with UF...

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Acclaimed Rock Cover Artist IOANNIS Dies; Has Worked With URIAH HEEP, FATES WARNING, BIOHAZARD, Others

Ioannis Vasilopoulos, known as just Ioannis, an internationally renowned artist and designer, has passed away. Born in Athens, Greece, Ioannis arrived in the U.S. in 1967 and grew up influenced by comic books, animation, fantasy art and music. Music inspired his admiration of album cover art, specif...

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KURT COBAIN-Decorated MELVINS Van To Go On Display In Advance Of 'Music Icons' Auction

Julien's Auctions, in partnership with Record Store Day, has announced an exclusive public preview of a legendary piece of Seattle's music legacy. On April 12 music fans will have the rare opportunity to view the MELVINS' touring van, uniquely adorned with original artwork by NIRVANA frontman Kurt C...

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Watch: THE WHO Performs At London's Royal Albert Hall For Teenage Cancer Trust 2025

Teenage Cancer Trust at the Royal Albert Hall closed in spectacular fashion for another year with another unmissable performance by THE WHO. Bill Murray was among the lucky audience in the packed venue along with Sadie Frost, Paul McKenna and Tracy-Ann Oberman. Hollywood star Murray recalled seeing...

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Watch: QUEENSRŸCHE Performs At ROCK 'N' ROLL FANTASY CAMP's 'Whole Lotta Rock Camp Volume II'

Video of QUEENSRŸCHE performing some of the band's classic songs with various campers at Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Whole Lotta Rock Camp Volume II", which took place March 20-23, 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, can be seen below. Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's immersive camp invites participants...

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Watch: LIVING COLOUR's COREY GLOVER Sings 'Cult Of Personality' On 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'

LIVING COLOUR frontman Corey Glover performed the band's classic song "Cult Of Personality" on the March 17 episode of "The Kelly Clarkson Show". Glover, who was backed by Kelly's band MY BAND Y'ALL, was also interviewed by guest host Kal Penn. You can now watch video of his appearance below. In an...

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NANCY WILSON On Upcoming HEART Biopic: 'We're About To Cast It'

In a new interview with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Nancy Wilson offered an update on the previously announced HEART biopic. The movie about the Seattle rock greats is being written and directed by Carrie Brownstein, of SLEATER-KINNEY and "Portlandia" fame, and is being produced for Amazon by Ly...