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GARY HOLT On KIRK HAMMETT: 'For All Intents And Purposes, He Is One Of The Founders Of Thrash Metal'

In episode 113 of "The Metallica Report", the podcast offering weekly insider updates on all things METALLICA, EXODUS guitarist Gary Holt reflected on his chemistry with Kirk Hammett, who was part of the original lineup of EXODUS alongside guitarist Tim Agnello, drummer Tom Hunting and vocalist Keit...

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DAVID ELLEFSON And JEFF SCOTT SOTO Release Music Video For 'SOAB' From 'Unbreakable' Album

Former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson and acclaimed metal vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have once again joined forces and released their second album, "Unbreakable", on August 15 via Rat Pak Records. The duo ELLEFSON-SOTO is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and Paolo Caridi on drums and feat...

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KREATOR Shares New Single 'Seven Serpents' From Upcoming 'Krushers Of The World' Album

German/Finnish/French thrash metal veterans KREATOR will release their sixteenth studio album, "Krushers Of The World", on January 16, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records. KREATOR recorded "Krushers Of The World" at Fascination Street Studios in Örebro, Sweden with producer Jens Bogren. Bogren previously...

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OPETH: MIKAEL ÅKERFELDT Signature Guitar Unveiled By C.F. MARTIN & CO.

Today at Guitar Summit in Mannheim, Germany, C.F. Martin & Co. unveiled the OM Mikael Åkerfeldt, a limited-edition acoustic created with the OPETH frontman. Only 74 guitars will be made worldwide, honoring the Swedish musician's 1974 birth year. The OM Mikael Åkerfeldt blends Martin's renowned c...

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ACE FREHLEY Taken To Hospital After 'Minor Fall'; Tomorrow's Concert Canceled

Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley was forced to cancel his previously announced appearance at the Antelope Valley Fair in Lancaster, California after sustaining minor injuries in a fall at his home. Earlier today (Thursday, September 25),the following statement was posted on Ace's social media: "...

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Watch: NEIL TURBIN Performs Early ANTHRAX Classics In São Paulo During 'Armed And Dangerous 40' Latin American Tour

Fan-filmed video of former ANTHRAX singer Neil Turbin, who sang on the band's debut album, 1984's "Fistful Of Metal", performing with his solo group on September 21 at Manifesto Bar in São Paulo, Brazil during his "Armed And Dangerous 40" Latin American tour can be seen below. Turbin performed and r...

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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE's JESSE LEACH: 'All Of The Science-Fiction Movies I Loved As A Kid,' Like '1984' And 'Idiocracy', 'We're Living Them Right Now'

In a new interview with Jorge Botas of Portugal's Metal Global, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE frontman Jesse Leach was asked for his opinion of the negative effects of political polarization and the state of our world in the post-pandemic era. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I feel like all of th...

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MEGADETH To Release New Single 'Tipping Point' Next Week; Teaser Available

MEGADETH will release a new single, "Tipping Point", on Friday, October 3. A teaser for the song's accompanying music video is available below. On August 14, MEGADETH announced that its upcoming LP will be the band's last. The Dave Mustaine-led outfit will also embark on a farewell tour in 2026. Mus...

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Watch: KREATOR Joined By ULI JON ROTH For 'Strongest Of The Strong' Performance Aboard 'Full Metal Cruise XII Part I'

During the Full Metal Cruise XII Part I, German thrashers KREATOR were joined by legendary German guitarist Uli Jon Roth for a performance of the band's song "Strongest Of The Strong". Fan-filmed video of Uli's appearance can be seen below. The first part of Europe's loudest and hardest cruise set o...

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SPINESHANK's JONNY SANTOS: 'We Are Extremely Blown Away' By Response To Reunion Tour

In a new interview with Rock Music, Man, SPINESHANK vocalist Jonny Santos spoke about the reunion of the Los Angeles-based nu metal/industrial metal band. Joining Santos, drummer Tommy Decker and bassist/vocalist Robert Garcia in SPINESHANK's 2025 lineup are new recruits Tommy Decker, Jr. (Tommy Dec...

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Go Behind The Scenes Of GHOST's 'Skeletour' With PRG

When GHOST's "Skeletour" world tour hit the road, PRG (Production Resource Group, LLC),the world's leading provider of production solutions for entertainment and live events, was there to ensure fans got the same jaw-dropping experience — no matter which side of the Atlantic they were on. Check out...

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'Lullaby Renditions Of Linkin Park' To Arrive This Friday; Animated Video For 'In The End' Available

Get ready to be "One Step Closer" to dreamland! On September 26, Rockabye Baby! returns with its next release: "Lullaby Renditions Of Linkin Park". The world's leading lullaby brand is taking 13 of LINKIN PARK's biggest songs and turning them into soothing, gentle tracks that will have the whole fam...

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Watch: IRON MAIDEN's NICKO MCBRAIN Talks To DEEP PURPLE's IAN PAICE For Latest Episode Of 'Metal Sticks' Podcast

Ian Paice of DEEP PURPLE is the featured guest on the second episode of "Metal Sticks", the new podcast hosted by Nicko McBrain, the iconic drummer of IRON MAIDEN for 42 years, recently retired from touring, and Modern Drummer CEO David Frangioni. You can now watch the chat below. Dedicated to inter...

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SCORPIONS Guitarist RUDOLF SCHENKER: 'Why I Made It'

In a new interview with Rolling Stone Brasil, SCORPIONS guitarist Rudolf Schenker spoke about the driving motivation behind his decision to form the band sixty years ago in Hanover, Germany. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "First of all, nothing is easy. So for me, I have an important...

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THE BLACK CROWES, REM And HOOTIE & THE BLOWFISH Members Launch Rock Supergroup HOWL OWL HOWL

Drawing on three of the most impactful careers in American rock, HOWL OWL HOWL is a brand-new band with an old-school rock and roll soul — and an elusive musical creature, rarely seen in the wild: A true rock supergroup. Founded by Grammy-winning HOOTIE & THE BLOWFISH frontman/multi-platinum cou...