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TED NUGENT: 'It Would Be A Miracle' If I Ever Toured Outside The United States Again

In a brand new interview with the "Behind The Vinyl" podcast, legendary rocker Ted Nugent spoke about the hardships of being on the road, four and a half decades since the release of his first solo album. "I wanna tour around the globe," the 71-year-old said (hear audio below). "I miss England and E...

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OZZY OSBOURNE: 'I Didn't Plan On' Making A New Album

Ozzy Osbourne spoke to Guitar World magazine about his decision to make a full album with Andrew Watt after previously collaborating with the guitarist/producer on the Post Malone song "Take What You Want". "The whole thing was an accident," Ozzy said. "I didn't plan on doing an album — I was in the...

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GRIM REAPER, FIREWIND, CYHRA, MASTERPLAN Members Join Forces For Epic Metal Cover Of 'We Are The World'

Over 50 rock and metal musicians, including members of GRIM REAPER, FIREWIND, CYHRA and MASTERPLAN, have joined forces to record an epic metal cover of "We Are The World" while in quarantine. The project is the brainchild of Norwegian musician Marius Danielsen of the band DARKEST SINS. The original...

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Past/Present Members Of FILTER, COLD, BREAKING BENJAMIN And CANDLEBOX Cover FILTER's 'Take A Picture' While In Quarantine

Some of rock and alt/rock's heavy hitters have teamed up amidst the current pandemic to re-record and film a new video of FILTER's Billboard chart-topping hit single "Take A Picture" from their respected quarantine headquarters. Spearheaded by COLD guitarist Nick Coyle (also lead vocalist for LIFER)...

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MATT SORUM's 'Double Talkin' Jive' Autobiography Will Now Arrive In Late Summer Or Early Fall

Former GUNS N' ROSES drummer Matt Sorum's autobiography, "Double Talkin' Jive: True Rock 'N' Roll Stories From The Drummer Of Guns N' Roses, The Cult, And Velvet Revolver", which was previously due in April and was subsequently pushed back to early July, will now arrive in late summer or early fall....

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WITCHCRAFT has been on the cutting edge of that interesting nexus between occult rock and traditional doom since the release of their eponymous 2004 debut. Numerous musicians have been in and out of the Swedish act's revolving door since its inception 20 years ago, with one constant figure remaining...

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SHINEDOWN's BRENT SMITH Promotes Positive Body Image By Sharing Non-Filtered Selfie

SHINEDOWN singer Brent Smith has shared a new, non-filtered picture of himself to promote good self-esteem and a positive body image. Earlier today, Smith took to his Instagram to post a mirror selfie in which he is seen lifting his shirt up to reveal a huge tattoo across his stomach and lower chest...

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SHINEDOWN's BRENT SMITH On COVID-19's Impact On Touring: 'Right Now, Our Biggest Concern Is Our Crew'

SHINEDOWN singer Brent Smith has told Forbes in a new interview that he is worried about the sound engineers, lighting technicians and other gig-to-gig employees who have had their lives thrown into turmoil after the coronavirus pandemic shut down the concert industry. "Right now, our biggest concer...

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OVERKILL Has Nine Songs Musically Written For Next Album

OVERKILL drummer Jason Bittner spoke to Metal Pilgrim about how he is dealing with the coronavirus crisis and what the touring circuit might look like post-pandemic. "Before this whole [coronavirus] thing started, I would have been in the midst of making two albums anyways," he said (see video below...

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Watch MINISTRY's Lyric Video For Explosive New Song 'Alert Level'

With a new election on the horizon and America still on the brink, MINISTRY's Al Jourgensen has re-entered the studio to create his missives that will become material for a to-be-announced new album on Nuclear Blast Records. The first taste comes today with the bold new track "Alert Level" accompani...

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Hear Members Of FOO FIGHTERS, BIFFY CLYRO And More Cover 'Times Like These' For Charity

The BBC has brought together some of the biggest and most respected artists from the U.K. and around the world for the most ambitious "Live Lounge" in its history, in support of the global effort to stay safe and stay home during the coronavirus crisis. Released today (Thursday, April 23),the "Stay...

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Will HALESTORM's LZZY HALE And JOE HOTTINGER Ever Get Married? She Responds

On Tuesday (April 21),HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale took part in one of her Twitter #AskLzzyAnything sessions. Asked by one fan when she and HALESTORM guitarist Joe Hottinger are getting married, Lzzy responded: "I truly have never had the desire. Personal preference. Technically I was asked, have...

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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON Releases Playthrough Video For New Solo Single, 'Simple Truth'

MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson has released a playthrough video for "Simple Truth", the new single from his solo band ELLEFSON. The track, co-written by Ellefson and vocalist Thom Hazaert, with Italian guitarist and drummer Andy Martongelli and Paolo Caridi, will appear on the upcoming full-length...

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FOO FIGHTERS Classic To Be Covered As Charity Single

The BBC is bringing together some of the biggest and most respected artists from the U.K. and around the world for the most ambitious "Live Lounge" in its history, in support of the global effort to stay safe and stay home during the coronavirus crisis. The "Stay Home Live Lounge" will be released a...

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Video Premiere: GILBY CLARKE's 'Rock N Roll Is Getting Louder'

Former GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Gilby Clarke has released the official music video for his latest single, "Rock N Roll Is Getting Louder". The Christopher C. Pearson-directed clip was shot in Palmdale, California and downtown Los Angeles, while the band performance footage was filmed in Hollywood clu...