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Watch: METALLICA's ROBERT TRUJILLO And KIRK HAMMETT Cover MINISTRY's 'Just One Fix' During Chicago Concert
Robert Trujillo and Kirk Hammett performed a rendition of "Just One Fix" by hometown heroes MINISTRY during METALLICA's August 11 concert at the Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. "Just One Fix" was part of the fun and unusual feature METALLICA added to its shows on the band's recent tours: at each...August 12, 2024
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OPETH's MIKAEL ÅKERFELDT: 'I Don't Really See Myself As A Singer Or A Guitar Player For That Matter'
In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, OPETH guitarist/vocalist Mikael Åkerfeldt spoke about his evolution as a singer. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don't really see myself as a singer — or a guitar player for that matter. I see myself as a — I am a musician. I like to come...August 11, 2024
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METALLICA Shares 360-Degree-Camera Video Of 'Fuel' Performance From Gillette Stadium
METALLICA has shared 360-degree-camera video of the "Fuel" performance from the band's August 2 concert at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts during the 2024 leg of the band's "M72" tour can be seen below. In support of METALLICA's latest album, "72 Seasons", the band has been playing two...August 11, 2024
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DAVE MUSTAINE: 'There Was A Really Legitimate Reason' For Every MEGADETH Lineup Change
In a new interview with The Big Takeover, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine was asked if he, when he was starting out in the Los Angeles music scene more than four decades ago, had any inkling that he would have the kind of career that he ended up having. He responded: "In my heart, I had hoped that I c...August 9, 2024
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JORDAN RUDESS On MIKE PORTNOY's Return To DREAM THEATER: 'This Is Where He Belongs'
In a new interview with Jorge Botas of Portugal's Metal Global, DREAM THEATER keyboardist Jordan Rudess talked about the band's upcoming sixteenth album, which will mark the progressive metal legends' first LP since drummer Mike Portnoy's return to the group last October. Asked about the songwriting...August 9, 2024
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Watch: ANTHRAX's JOEY BELLADONNA Performs RONNIE JAMES DIO Classics With DIO DISCIPLES In Oslo
ANTHRAX vocalist Joey Belladonna played his second show with DIO DISCIPLES on Sunday (August 4) at Rockefeller in Oslo, Norway as the support act for MR. BIG. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below. DIO DISCIPLES consist of members of Ronnie James Dio's band, supplemented with top-shelf m...August 8, 2024
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Is DAVE MUSTAINE One Of The More 'Misunderstood' Figures In Rock And Roll? He Weighs In
In a new interview with Tom Reardon of the Phoenix New Times, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine, who was a member of METALLICA for less than two years, from 1981 to 1983, before being dismissed and replaced by Kirk Hammett, was asked about his reputation as one of the more "misunderstood" figures in roc...August 8, 2024
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THE ROLLING STONES Partner With PANINI AMERICA For Trading Card Set
Panini America, the world's largest sports and entertainment collectibles company, announced a partnership with THE ROLLING STONES to produce the first fully licensed career spanning trading card set of the world's most legendary band. Coming off the group's celebrated "Hackney Diamonds" 2024 North...August 6, 2024
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MIKE PORTNOY Says He Needed To Get Used To Being The 'New Guy' After Rejoining DREAM THEATER
In a new interview with Spain's Mariskal Rock, drummer Mike Portnoy was asked to name one "difficult" thing about his return to DREAM THEATER last October after a 13-year-absence. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I wouldn't say difficult. It hasn't been difficult; it's been very smooth...August 6, 2024
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2024 Edition Of 'Bowl For Ronnie' Celebrity Bowling Party To Take Place In November
The annual Bowl For Ronnie celebrity bowling party benefiting the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund is set for Thursday, November 14, 2024. The event, to be held at PINZ Bowling Center in Studio City, California, will once again be hosted by television and radio personality Eddie Trunk...August 5, 2024
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HOUSE OF LORDS Shares New Single 'Crowded Room'
Veteran hard rockers HOUSE OF LORDS have returned with a new single, "Crowded Room", accompanied by a visualizer. Check it out below. HOUSE OF LORDS is helmed by legendary singer James Christian, the sole remaining member appearing on all the band's albums. He is joined by guitarist Jimi Bell, who h...August 5, 2024
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Ex-BLACK SABBATH Singer TONY MARTIN Is Open To Doing Something With TONY IOMMI Again
In a new interview with Niclas Müller-Hansen of RockSverige, former BLACK SABBATH singer Tony Martin was asked if he would be open to doing something with Tony Iommi again in the future. He responded: "I would, and I've already said that if he felt like doing something I'd be up for it. I don't thin...August 5, 2024
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See JAMES HETFIELD Sing High-Pitched Version Of METALLICA's 'Enter Sandman' With The Help Of Helium
METALLICA frontman James Hetfield turns 61 years old on Saturday (August 3). Earlier today, METALLICA's social media uploaded video message from James in which the guitarist/vocalist can be seen inhaling a bit of helium from a silver balloon and saying to the camera in a high-pitched voice: "Happy b...August 3, 2024
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ANTHRAX's JOEY BELLADONNA: 'I Love Classic Rock'
In a new interview with Wacken TV conducted at this weekend's Wacken Open Air festival in Wacken, Germany, ANTHRAX singer Joey Belladonna spoke about his love for classic rock. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "At home, I [sing] constant music like that. I mean, all across the b...August 3, 2024
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Watch: ANTHRAX's JOEY BELLADONNA Performs With DIO DISCIPLES For First Time
ANTHRAX vocalist Joey Belladonna made his live debut with DIO DISCIPLES on Thursday (August 1) at the Wacken Open Air festival in Wacken, Germany. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below. DIO DISCIPLES consist of members of Ronnie James Dio's band, supplemented with top-shelf musicians who...August 2, 2024