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Next PAPA ROACH Album Will Be 'Diverse', 'Experimental', 'Emotional' And 'Dynamic'

In a new interview with The Mistress Carrie Podcast, PAPA ROACH guitarist Jerry Horton was asked if the experience of making the band's upcoming album was different to the way he and his bandmates went about making 2022's "Ego Trip". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I would say th...

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FOO FIGHTERS' CHRIS SHIFLETT Debuts New Signature Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe Guitar From FENDER

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has announced the Chris Shiflett Cleaver Telecaster Deluxe, the new American-made signature model from Chris Shiflett — lead guitarist for the FOO FIGHTERS, solo artist, and host of the podcast "Shred With Shifty". Night after night, Shiflett carves his...

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ARCHITECTS Announce New Album 'The Sky, The Earth & All Between', Share 'Whiplash' Single

British metalcore giants ARCHITECTS will release their new studio album, "The Sky, The Earth & All Between", on February 28, 2025 via Epitaph Records. Alongside the news, the band have revealed the third single from the project, titled "Whiplash". Produced by Jordan Fish, the track received a "H...

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MARC STORACE On Why KROKUS Abandoned Retirement: 'The Fans Won't Let Us Go'

By David E. Gehlke Frontman Marc Storace of forerunning Swiss hard rock outfit KROKUS was essentially forced into a solo career. KROKUS announced its plans in 2018 for a "farewell tour," only for the pandemic and restlessness to get the better of them. As of this year, Storace considers KROKUS to be...

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THE DAMNED Announces May 2025 U.S. Tour

U.K. punk legends THE DAMNED have announced a spring 2025 U.S. tour. Support on the select dates on the trek, which will kick off on May 1 in Jersey City, New Jersey and wrap on May 31 in Sacramento, California, will come from THE BELLRAYS and THE ADVERTS. Tickets go on sale on Friday, November 22 a...

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TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA Celebrates 20 Millionth Ticketed Fan

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA (TSO) made history on Saturday, November 16 at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, as they welcomed their 20 millionth ticketed concert attendee during their matinee performance. Chuck Brabant, a dedicated TSO fan, was the lucky 20 millionth attendee. His ticket scan earned...

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OZZY OSBOURNE Designs 'Ban Trophy Hunting' T-Shirt To Ensure 'A Future Free Of These Sick Maniacs'

An exclusive t-shirt designed by Ozzy Osbourne is on sale to support the campaign to ban trophy hunting. Speaking out this week to launch the t-shirt, the BLACK SABBATH frontman and his wife/manager, "X-Factor" legend Sharon Osbourne shared their disgust that vile U.K. trophy hunters are still allow...

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METAL BLADE RECORDS CEO BRIAN SLAGEL Hosts '100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal' Podcast

Pantheon Media and Metal Blade Records, two pioneering forces in music and media, have joined forces to create "100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal", a new podcast series for fans of heavy metal and hard rock. Hosted by Brian Slagel, CEO of Metal Blade Records, each episode of the series will spotligh...

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Watch: W.A.S.P.'s BLACKIE LAWLESS Hails TRUMP While Championing Freedom Of Speech During New York City Concert

W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless has praised Donald Trump during the band's concert in New York City, saying the U.S. president-elect "has stood up for this country" even after being the target of two assassination attempts. Prior to launching into the closing song, "Blind In Texas", of W.A.S.P.'s...

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THE HELLACOPTERS Share 'Leave A Mark' Single From Upcoming 'Overdriver' Album

Swedish high-energy rock 'n' roll royalty THE HELLACOPTERS have released the first single from their upcoming studio album "Overdriver", which will see the light of day on January 31, 2025, via Nuclear Blast Records. The aptly titled track "Leave A Mark" unites two styles that THE HELLACOPTERS have...

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MACHINE HEAD Releases New Single 'These Scars Won't Define Us' Featuring IN FLAMES, LACUNA COIL And UNEARTH

San Francisco Bay Area metal titans MACHINE HEAD have released a new single, "These Scars Won't Define Us". The official lyric video for the track, which features guest appearances by the other three bands which will accompany MACHINE HEAD on the Robb Flynn-fronted outfit's spring 2025 North America...

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JASON BITTNER On His Decision To Leave OVERKILL: 'I'd Been Dissatisfied For A Long Time'

In a new interview with "Reckless" Rexx Ruger of Pod Scum, SHADOWS FALL/ex-OVERKILL drummer Jason Bittner was asked what the impetus was for the formation of CATEGORY 7, his new band also featuring former MACHINE HEAD and current KERRY KING guitarist Phil Demmel, ex-ADRENALINE MOB guitarist Mike Orl...

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METALLICA Pays Tribute To JON And MARSHA ZAZULA: 'We Felt We Were Cared For By Them'

In a recent episode of "The Metallica Report", the podcast offering weekly insider updates on all things METALLICA, METALLICA frontman James Hetfield, drummer Lars Ulrich and guitarist Kirk Hammett remembered Megaforce Records founder Jon "Jonny Z" Zazula and his wife Marsha Zazula. Megaforce is wid...

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MAX CAVALERA Is Still 'Collecting Stories' For His Second Book

In a new interview with Andrew McKaysmith of the Scars And Guitars podcast, Max Cavalera (SEPULTURA, SOULFLY, CAVALERA CONSPIRACY, KILLER BE KILLED) was asked about the possibility of a follow-up to his 2014 autobiography "My Bloody Roots: From Sepultura To Soulfly And Beyond". He said (as transcrib...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER And ERIK GRÖNWALL Announce More 'My Years With UFO' European Tour Dates

Five dates have been added to guitar legend Michael Schenker's spring 2025 European tour. Schenker will be touring in support of his just-released "My Years With UFO" album celebrating the 50th anniversary of Michael's years with UFO. Joining Michael on the trek will be former SKID ROW frontman Erik...