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MIKE PORTNOY Almost Played Drums For NICKELBACK In 2022
DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy has revealed to Drumeo that he was supposed to drum with NICKELBACK in 2022. In a newly released video portion of his recent interview with the leading online drum education platform, Portnoy said: "I got a call from NICKELBACK in spring of '22. Their drummer [Dani...January 9, 2024
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ANDY CURRAN Delves Into Partnership With RUSH's ALEX LIFESON In ENVY OF NONE: 'This Guy Is A Real Scientist'
By David E. Gehlke The first post-RUSH project emerged in 2021 by way of ENVY OF NONE, a dark, atmospheric rock outfit featuring guitarist Alex Lifeson alongside CONEY HATCH bassist Andy Curran, vocalist Maiah Wynne and guitarist/keyboardist Alfio Annibalini. The band's 2022 self-titled debut was in...January 3, 2024
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Watch: MIKE PORTNOY Plays DREAM THEATER's 'Pull Me Under' For First Time In More Than 13 Years
Drumeo has uploaded a new video of DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy breaking down how he plays one of the band's most iconic songs, "Pull Me Under". Check it out below. Portnoy told Drumeo: "It was only announced that I'm rejoining DREAM THEATER only a few weeks ago at the point of filming this,...December 22, 2023
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Guitar EDDIE VAN HALEN Gifted To JASON BECKER Sells At Auction For $110,000
The guitar Jason Becker received as a gift from Eddie Van Halen has sold in an auction for $110,000. Becker, who was diagnosed with ALS in 1989, parted ways with the instrument in order to raise money for his ongoing care, which costs more than $100,000 a year. The guitar — which was given to Becker...December 20, 2023
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NANCY WILSON Partners With DEFINITIVE AUTHENTIC To Launch Collectibles Shop
Definitive Authentic is the emerging consumer brand of parent company Inveniem — an archival content / IP management company. The company's direct-to-fan digital content and authenticated collectible experiences are quickly becoming the go-to for top creators. Definitive Authentic is finishing 2023...December 20, 2023
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Watch: DEEP PURPLE Performs With Fill-In Keyboardist ADAM WAKEMAN
Due to "unforeseen illness", DEEP PURPLE keyboardist Don Airey was forced to sit out the band's December 17 concert at Bandland festival in Bengaluru, India. Filling in for him at the gig was Adam Wakeman (BLACK SABBATH, OZZY OSBOURNE). Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below. Bandland...December 19, 2023
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KOBRA AND THE LOTUS Singer KOBRA PAIGE Releases Music Video For New Solo Single 'Thank You'
To celebrate the holiday season, the spirit of giving and gratitude, KOBRA AND THE LOTUS frontwoman Kobra Paige has just released a beautiful video for new track "Thank You". The clip was funded by FACTOR (The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent On Recordings),a private non-profit organization ded...December 18, 2023
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MR. BIG Is Preparing To Record New Album: 'We're Having A Blast'
MR. BIG is apparently preparing to begin recording a new studio album to coincide with the last shows of the band's farewell tour. On Saturday (December 16),MR. BIG bassist Billy Sheehan shared a photo from Sweetwater Sound, the Midwest's premier recording studio located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and...December 17, 2023
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DEEP PURPLE's IAN PAICE On Retirement: 'I Don't Think We'll Ever Know What The Last Gig, What The Last Tour Is'
In a recent interview with Zoom, DEEP PURPLE drummer Ian Paice, who turned 75 in June, was asked when he and his bandmates will eventually retire from performing live. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We have never planned a date to stop working. We are realists. The guys are gett...December 17, 2023
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DON AIREY To Sit Out DEEP PURPLE Concert Due To Illness; ADAM WAKEMAN To Fill In
Due to "unforeseen illness", DEEP PURPLE keyboardist Don Airey will sit out the band's December 17 concert at Bandland festival in Bengaluru, India. Filling in for him at the gig will be Adam Wakeman (BLACK SABBATH, OZZY OSBOURNE). Bandland is promoted and produced by BookMyShow Live, the events arm...December 15, 2023
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New JOURNEY Band Biography 'Worlds Apart' Now Available
Time Passages has announced "Journey: Worlds Apart", the definitive accounting of the "Don't Stop Believin'" hitmakers by award-winning journalist Nick DeRiso. A multiple columnist of the year award-winner with the USA Today network, DeRiso conducted dozens of interviews to compile a book that's not...December 12, 2023
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ROGER GLOVER On DEEP PURPLE's Longevity: 'It's All About The Music'
In a new interview with Outlook India, DEEP PURPLE bassist Roger Glover spoke about the band's longevity. He said: "We've actually stuck to our original intention of concentrating on the music. It's all about the music. Along the way, the digital world has invaded us, but we still record in exactly...December 11, 2023
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Watch: SLASH Performs LED ZEPPELIN, BLACK SABBATH Classics At Hard Hat Lounge Re-Opening In Las Vegas
Slash (GUNS N' ROSES),Frank Sidoris (SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORS),Franky Perez (APOCALYPTICA, DEADLAND RITUAL),Todd Morse (THE OFFSPRING) and Brent Fitz (SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORS) are among the musicians who performed at the Hard Hat Lounge's "re-r...December 2, 2023
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MIKE PORTNOY Opens Up About His Return To DREAM THEATER: 'It Just Felt Like The Time Was Right To Do It'
During the question-and-answer portion of this month's Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III" in Los Angeles, drummer Mike Portnoy was asked how his return to DREAM THEATER came about. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET; video by TheSilverdude): "Well, it's been 13 years now. And it'...November 24, 2023
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See ANTHRAX Singer JOEY BELLADONNA's JOURNEY Tribute Band Perform In Satellite Beach, Florida
ANTHRAX singer Joey Belladonna's JOURNEY tribute band called BEYOND FRONTIERS (formerly JOEY BELLADONNA'S BEYOND THE BAND and JOURNEY BEYOND) performed at Wynfield's in Satellite Beach, Florida on Sunday, November 19. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below, courtesy of the Roxy Healy ...November 23, 2023