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Watch: TONY IOMMI Makes Surprise Appearance On Stage At BLACK SABBATH Ballet Premiere

A ballet soundtracked by the music of BLACK SABBATH had its official premiere last night (Saturday, September 23) at the Hippodrome theatre in the heavy metal legends' original hometown of Birmingham, United Kingdom. Commissioned by Birmingham Royal Ballet's director Carlos Acosta and Ballet Now, th...

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BLAZE BAYLEY: IRON MAIDEN Is 'The Most Important Heavy Metal Band In The World'

In a new interview with SoundMojo's "Innersleeve" music podcast, former IRON MAIDEN singer Blaze Bayley spoke about how he balances honoring his time with the legendary British heavy metal band during his concerts while also promoting his more recent solo output. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMO...

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LAST IN LINE's ANDREW FREEMAN Is Planning To Release Solo Song Before End Of 2023

In a new interview with Shawn Ratches of Laughingmonkeymusic, LAST IN LINE singer Andrew Freeman was asked about the possibility of him writing and recording solo material in the future. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I actually started working on some songs through the pandemic...

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BLACK STONE CHERRY's CHRIS ROBERTSON Weighs In On Bands Using Backing Tracks During Live Shows

Chris Robertson of Kentucky rockers BLACK STONE CHERRY has weighed in on bands who rely heavily on pre-recorded tracks during their live performances. In recent years, more and more artists have been given a pass for relying on pre-recorded tracks, drum triggers and other assorted technology that ma...

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WENDY DIO Says Remixed Version Of DIO's 'The Last In Line' Album Is In The Works For 2024 Release

During a new appearance on the "Seize The Moment" podcast, Ronnie James Dio's widow and longtime manager Wendy Dio spoke about her efforts to keep the legacy of her late husband alive. Regarding what new Dio-related releases are in the works, Wendy said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "[The '...

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RONNIE ATKINS Says PRETTY MAIDS 'Might Do Some Selected Gigs Next Year'

In a new interview with Power Metal Point, PRETTY MAIDS singer Ronnie Atkins, who is battling stage four cancer, was asked if there are any plans for him to do anything again with the long-running Danish hard rock outfit. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "There's been issues betwee...

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METALLICA Shares Pro-Shot Video Of '72 Seasons' Performance From Phoenix During 'M72' Tour

Professionally filmed video of METALLICA performing the song "72 Seasons" on September 9 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona can be seen below. As previously reported, METALLICA rescheduled its September 3 show in Arizona after frontman James Hetfield tested positive for COVID. The concert, p...

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LAST IN LINE Shares Music Video For 'Not Today Satan' From 'Jericho' Album

LAST IN LINE — the band featuring frontman Andrew Freeman, bassist Phil Soussan (ex-OZZY OSBOURNE),and original DIO members Vivian Campbell (DEF LEPPARD) and Vinny Appice (ex-BLACK SABBATH) — has released the official music video for the song "Not Today Satan". The track is taken from LAST IN LINE'...

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Watch MEGADETH Perform In Windsor During Summer/Fall 2023 Tour

MEGADETH played its seventh concert with new touring guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari (WINTERSUN, SMACKBOUND) last night (Thursday, September 21) at The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Teemu is filling in for the band's longtime axeman Kiko Loureiro, who announced earlier this mo...

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NANCY WILSON, ROBERT + DEAN DELEO And CHRIS SLADE Confirmed For 'High Voltage Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp'

Ever dreamt of sharing the stage with rock legends? Here's your chance to turn that dream into reality. Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp proudly presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity featuring the iconic Nancy Wilson of HEART, the dynamic DeLeo brothers (Robert and Dean) from STONE TEMPLE PILOTS, and...

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LYNYRD SKYNYRD's JOHNNY VAN ZANT Doesn't Rule Out New Studio Album

LYNYRD SKYNYRD's Johnny Van Zant spoke to Goldmine for the band's cover feature in the magazine's fall 2023 issue. In the interview, the vocalist — who is the younger brother of original LYNYRD singer Ronnie Van Zant — explained the significance of continuing the SKYNYRD legacy after founding guitar...

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FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Releases Music Video For 'Judgment Day'

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH has released the official music video for "Judgment Day", a song off the band's latest album, 2022's "AfterLife". The Nick Peterson-directed clip, which stars frontman Ivan Moody as a vigilante comic book hero who takes down a ring of human traffickers, features a story and v...

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Go Inside Making Of METALLICA's 'Too Far Gone?' Video In Latest Episode Of 'The Metallica Report'

The eighth episode of "The Metallica Report", the recently launched podcast offering weekly insider updates on all things METALLICA, is available below. "The Metallica Report" is hosted by two of the closest members of the METALLICA family: Steffan Chirazi, whose history with METALLICA spans from co...

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VIVIAN CAMPBELL Says RONNIE JAMES DIO Initially Had 'No Interest' In Doing HEAR 'N AID Project

In a recent interview with Guitar Interactive magazine, former DIO and current DEF LEPPARD guitarist Vivian Campbell looked back on his involvement with "Stars", the 1985 charity single for famine relief released under the HEAR 'N AID banner. On May 20 and May 21, 1985, 40 artists from the metal com...

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Will TED NUGENT Finally Get Inducted Into ROCK HALL Following JANN WENNER's Ouster?

During the latest episode of "The Nightly Nuge", a news-style clip in which Ted Nugent offers his take on the news of our world every night, Ted was asked if he thinks he has a better chance of finally getting inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame now that Rolling Stone magazine co-founder Ja...