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JOHN 5 Is Planning Grueling Two-Month U.S. Tour In 2026: '50 Shows, 50 States In 50 Days'

In a new interview with Get On The Bus, acclaimed guitarist John 5 (real name John William Lowery) discussed some of his plans for 2026. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): " I haven't talked about this, and I don't know if I should talk about it, but I'm doing something next year that ver...

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I PREVAIL Releases New Single 'Annihilate Me'

Two-time Grammy-nominated rock band I PREVAIL has released a new single, "Annihilate Me". This is the fourth track to be made available off I PREVAIL's upcoming album, "Violent Nature", set for release September 19 via Fearless Records. An accompanying lyric video for the song can be viewed below. W...

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MEGADETH's New Album Cover Artist Says Working On Band's Final LP 'Has Been An Absolute Joy'

Artist Blake Armstrong, better known as Space Boy Comics, has revealed that he worked on artwork for MEGADETH's final studio album. On Thursday, 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. Musta...

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SAXON's BIFF BYFORD Says He Underwent Surgery To Remove 'A Small Tumor' From His Prostate Gland

SAXON frontman Biff Byford has revealed that he recently underwent an operation to remove "a small tumor" from his "prostate gland". He will now be treated with chemotherapy for "a short period", resulting in the cancelation of a couple of shows and the postponement of several others. Earlier today...

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SLIPKNOT Reportedly Nearing $120 Million Deal For Music Royalties And Publishing

According to Billboard, SLIPKNOT is close to completing a deal to sell its music catalog for approximately $120 million. The deal between members of the long-running metal band and HarbourView Equity Partners includes the rights to SLIPKNOT's publishing and recording masters royalties. It reportedly...

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Original QUEENSRŸCHE Drummer SCOTT ROCKENFIELD Announces Solo Album

Scott Rockenfield, five-time-Grammy-nominated composer, musician, and original former member/drummer of the legendary rock band QUEENSRŸCHE, has announced the release of his long-awaited solo album. This genre-defying project, years in the making, will feature an impressive roster of guest artists a...

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III — Candles & Beginnings

It has become apparent over the last 20 years that Tomas Holopainen is not in the business of simply making music. Particularly in recent times, NIGHTWISH albums have become experiences: colossal works of artistic and philosophical intricacy, with grand themes and a maximalist approach to illuminati...

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WHITESNAKE Announces 'Forevermore: Revisited, Remixed And Remastered'

WHITESNAKE will release "Forevermore: Revisited, Remixed And Remastered" on September 26 via Rhino. "Forevermore" is WHITESNAKE's eleventh studio album, originally released in 2011. The five-disc deluxe box set includes a remixed version of the album with bonus tracks, demos, live and alternate take...

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FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's CHRIS KAEL: How I Finally Got Sober

In a new interview with Ramona Fernandez of Gym Rock Crew, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH bassist Chris Kael was asked how long he has been sober. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I first got sober in 2018, slipped in 2020 and it'll be four years October 1st of this year [since I stopped usin...

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New LINKIN PARK Drummer COLIN BRITTAIN: 'I Love This Band And I Love The People And The Music'

As part of Zildjian's "On The Road" video series on YouTube, LINKIN PARK's new drummer Colin Brittain spoke about how it feels to be part of such an iconic rock band. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's kind of full circle for me. I started out as a drummer, became a producer, [and n...

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W.A.S.P.'s DOUGLAS BLAIR On Possible Follow-Up To 'Golgotha' Album: 'The Stuff We Had Was Sounding Really Cool'

In a new interview with Stefan Nilsson of Roppongi Rocks, W.A.S.P. lead guitarist Douglas Blair was asked about possible new music from the Blackie Lawless-led outfit. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, Blackie's touched on that in his [recent] interviews. A few years ago, at...

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DREAM THEATER Teams Up With Z2 For 'Parasomnia - The Graphic Album'

The world of progressive music rejoiced in October 2023 when, after 13 years, Mike Portnoy rejoined his brothers John Petrucci, John Myung, Jordan Rudess and James LaBrie in the legendary DREAM THEATER. The resulting album, "Parasomnia", was an explosive hit, reaching No. 1 on the Hard Rock Album ch...

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LIVING COLOUR's VERNON REID Shares 'Beautiful Bastard' Single From Upcoming Solo Album 'Hoodoo Telemetry'

LIVING COLOUR guitarist Vernon Reid recently announced details of his new solo album "Hoodoo Telemetry", which will be released on October 3, 2025 via Artone / The Players Club Records. The LP's second single, "Beautiful Bastard", can now be streamed below. If you've followed the beats of his half-c...

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MIKE TRAMP Releases 'Fight To Survive' Single From Upcoming 'Songs Of White Lion - Vol. III' Album

Respected Danish vocalist and guitarist Mike Tramp has released his latest single, "Fight To Survive", from the upcoming album "Songs Of White Lion - Vol. III", which is the third album in a series where he reinterprets songs from his former band WHITE LION. As was the case with "Songs Of White Lio...

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MEGADETH To Release Final Album, Embark On 'Farewell' Tour In 2026

MEGADETH's Dave Mustaine has revealed that the band's forthcoming album (due out early next year) will be the final MEGADETH studio album of his career. Mustaine shared the announcement in a social post directly shared with his worldwide fanbase and Cyber Army via his alter ego Vic Rattlehead. Mus...