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PAPA ROACH's JACOBY SHADDIX On Nu Metal Resurgence: 'It's So Cool To See That That Era Is Making Its Way Back Around'

During a pre-show press conference at this weekend's Hellfest festival in Clisson, France, PAPA ROACH frontman Jacoby Shaddix was asked how he feels about the supposed nu-metal resurgence in recent years, partly thanks to a whole new wave of exciting revivalists. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMO...

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Mechanical Bull From 'Commonwealth Games' Could Be Named After OZZY OSBOURNE

According to BBC News, Ozzy is one of the four names on the shortlist for the mechanical bull that made an appearance at last year's Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England. Almost 2,000 names were put forward for the bull after it became a massive hit at the sporting events' opening ceremony last...

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BLACK VEIL BRIDES And VILLE VALO Join Forces For Cover Of SISTERS OF MERCY's 'Temple Of Love'

BLACK VEIL BRIDES and former HIM frontman Ville Valo — who now performs under the banner VV — have joined forces for a cover of the SISTERS OF MERCY classic "Temple Of Love". The collaborative track arrives three months ahead of the launch of BLACK VEIL BRIDES and VV's North American co-headlining t...

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New Book 'Ozzy At 75' Offers Unique Look At Legendary Singer OZZY OSBOURNE In A Milestone Year

Due on September 5, 2023 via Motorbooks, an imprint of The Quarto Group, "Ozzy At 75" explores the history of the godfather of heavy metal through seventy-five career accomplishments and life events. Penned by music journalist Daniel Bukszpan, it's described in a press release as "a captivating and...

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METALLICA's ROBERT TRUJILLO Would Love To Hear SLAYER Cover '72 Seasons' Title Track

In a new interview with Mexico's Alfa 91.3 FM radio station, METALLICA bassist Robert Trujillo was asked which artist and song he would choose, if he could pick an artist from any genre of music, to cover a song from the band's latest album, "72 Seasons". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH...

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Here's A Preview Of DEE SNIDER's First Fictional Novel 'Frats'

A preview of TWISTED SISTER singer Dee Snider's first fictional novel, "Frats", is now available on the popular e-book subscription platform Scribd. The book was officially released today (Friday, June 2) via Red Penguin Books. Based on true events, "Frats" is said to be "a '70s period piece and com...

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TED NUGENT Pays Tribute To TINA TURNER: 'She Was One Of The Most Intense Female Performers'

Ted Nugent has paid tribute to Tina Turner. The pioneering rock singer passed away on May 24 after a long illness. She was 83 years old. Nugent commented on Turner's death during a recent edition of "The Nightly Nuge", a news-style clip in which Ted offers his take on the news of our world every nig...

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Ex-IRON MAIDEN Singer PAUL DI'ANNO's New Project WARHORSE: Music Video For 'Warhorse' Released

WARHORSE, the project featuring ex-IRON MAIDEN singer Paul Di'Anno, has released the official music video for the song "Warhorse". The track features Becky Baldwin (bass; MERCYFUL FATE) and Joe Lazarus (drums) as special guests. The two musicians participated in the recording of the song, but due to...

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PARADISE LOST To Embark On 'Embers Of Europe' Fall 2023 Tour With MY DYING BRIDE

British gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST will celebrate the 30th anniversary of their fourth album, "Icon", by embarking on the "Embers Of Europe" tour in the fall. Support on the trek will come from MY DYING BRIDE. So far the following shows have been announced: Dec. 01 - Shepherds Bush Empire –...

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PAUL DI'ANNO Says TOBIAS FORGE Didn't Put Enough 'Effort' Into Vocals On GHOST's Cover Of IRON MAIDEN's 'Phantom Of The Opera'

Former IRON MAIDEN singer Paul Di'Anno says that he wishes Tobias Forge had "put a bit more effort into the vocals" on GHOST's cover version of MAIDEN's "Phantom Of The Opera". GHOST's rendition of "Phantom Of The Opera" was made available earlier this month as a preview of the band's "Phantomime" E...

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BLACK VEIL BRIDES And VILLE VALO Announce Summer/Fall 2023 North American Co-Headlining Tour

This fall, the classic season for dark and romantic music, BLACK VEIL BRIDES and VV (Ville Valo) will co-headline a massive tour in select cities across North America. Presented by Hot Topic, the "BVB & VV" 2023 tour (featuring special guests DARK DIVINE) combines three unique bands who champion...

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JUDAS PRIEST's RICHIE FAULKNER On TINA TURNER: 'Her Legend Will Live Forever'

JUDAS PRIEST guitarist Richie Faulkner has paid tribute to Tina Turner. The pioneering rock singer passed away on Wednesday (May 24) after a long illness. She was 83 years old. Faulkner commented on Turner's death during an appearance Wednesday on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk". He said...

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Rockers Pay Tribute To 'Queen Of Rock 'N' Roll' TINA TURNER

David Coverdale (WHITESNAKE),Geezer Butler (BLACK SABBATH),Mick Jagger (THE ROLLING STONES),Peter Criss (KISS),David Draiman (DISTURBED) and Todd La Torre (QUEENSRŸCHE) are among the musicians who have reacted on social media to the death of Tina Turner. The pioneering rock singer passed away ea...

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PARADISE LOST To Re-Record 'Icon' Album For 30th Anniversary

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of their fourth album, "Icon", British gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST are re-recording the LP for a special new release. There will also be "an extra special vinyl" version of the album. Earlier today, PARADISE LOST wrote on social media: "'Icon', our fourth al...

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KURT COBAIN's 'Nevermind'-Era Smashed Guitar Sells For $595,900

Julien's Auctions, the acclaimed auction house to the stars, held on Friday, May 19 and Saturday, May 20 the industry's premiere music auction event "Music Icons", featuring a spectacular line-up of over 1,200 pieces of music history from rock royalty owned and used by the likes of Kurt Cobain, NIRV...