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DANKO JONES To Release 'A Rock Supreme' Album In April

It's long been clear that the Canadian hard rock trio DANKO JONES lives and breathes — and even sweats and bleeds — rock n' roll. The group's namesake front man loves to talk about it (check out his long-running "The Official Danko Jones Podcast" for proof); he loves to write about it (as his new bo...

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BLUE MURDER Reunion 'Probably Will Not Happen,' Says TONY FRANKLIN

During a brand new interview with Rock Titan, bassist Tony Franklin was asked about the persistent rumors of a reunion of the power trio/supergroup BLUE MURDER. The band was by formed by guitarist John Sykes and featured Franklin and drummer Carmine Appice. "That probably will not happen, because —...

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JAKE E. LEE: RAY GILLEN 'Never Told Me' He Had AIDS

During a recent appearance on Dean Delray's "Let There Be Talk" podcast, former OZZY OSBOURNE guitarist Jake E. Lee spoke about the passing of his onetime BADLANDS bandmate Ray Gillen. The singer, who also had a brief stint with BLACK SABBATH in the mid-1980s, died in December 1993 from an AIDS-rela...

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JEFF SCOTT SOTO Says Debut SONS OF APOLLO Album Is 'A Masterpiece': 'We Created Something That Will Be Timeless'

Jeff Scott Soto says that "Psychotic Symphony", the 2017 debut album from his SONS OF APOLLO progressive metal supergroup, is "a masterpiece." The veteran hard rock singer, who has played with Yngwie Malmsteen, TALISMAN and JOURNEY, told Greece's "TV War" (see video below): "I think this album will...

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LAMB OF GOD's MARK MORTON Announces Solo Tour With LIGHT THE TORCH And MOON TOOTH

LAMB OF GOD guitarist Mark Morton will embark on a short solo tour in March. Joining him on the trek will be co-headliners LIGHT THE TORCH and support act MOON TOOTH. The dates are as follows: Mar. 13 - Richmond, VA – The Broadberry Mar. 14 - Philadelphia, PA – Underground Arts Mar. 15 - Toronto, ON...

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LAMB OF GOD's MARK MORTON Says Heavy Metal Scene Is 'Alive And Well'

LAMB OF GOD guitarist Mark Morton spoke to Sara of the 93.3 WMMR radio station about the current state of the heavy metal scene, particularly at a time when some of the genre's elder statesmen, like SLAYER, are calling it quits. "Well, I think it's evolving," Mark said (hear audio below). "I think y...

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Watch KING DIAMOND Perform 'Arrival' In Philadelphia From 'Songs For The Dead Live' DVD/Blu-Ray

A performance clip of "Arrival (Live At The Fillmore)", taken from the forthcoming KING DIAMOND DVD/Blu-ray, "Songs For The Dead Live", can be viewed below. The set will be released on January 25 via Metal Blade Records. There is only one King Diamond, and for more than thirty years the great Dane...

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Watch KING DIAMOND Perform 'Sleepless Nights' At GRASPOP METAL MEETING From 'Songs For The Dead Live' DVD/Blu-Ray

A performance clip of "Sleepless Nights (Live At Graspop)", taken from the forthcoming KING DIAMOND DVD/Blu-ray, "Songs For The Dead Live", can be viewed below. The set will be released on January 25 via Metal Blade Records. There is only one King Diamond, and for more than thirty years the great D...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE Invites You To 'Experience Hendrix' Tour

A short video message from MEGADETH's Dave Mustaine inviting his fans to the upcoming "Experience Hendrix" tour can be seen below. The critically acclaimed multi-artist celebration of Jimi Hendrix's musical genius is returning in 2019 with its biggest ever tour — 30 dates through the East Coast, Sou...

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SONS OF APOLLO Completes 'Intense Writing Session' For Second Album

SONS OF APOLLO — the progressive metal supergroup featuring former DREAM THEATER bandmates Mike Portnoy and Derek Sherinian, as well as guitarist Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (ex-GUNS N' ROSES),bassist Billy Sheehan (MR. BIG, THE WINERY DOGS) and vocalist Jeff Scott Soto (W.E.T., TALISMAN) — is working on...

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CHESTER BENNINGTON's Collaboration With LAMB OF GOD's MARK MORTON Lands On 'Hard Rock Digital Song Sales' Chart

According to Billboard, LAMB OF GOD guitarist Mark Morton's solo song "Cross Off", which features a guest appearance by late LINKIN PARK singer Chester Bennington, has debuted No. 18 on the Hard Rock Digital Song Sales chart. The cut sold 2,000 downloads, according to Nielsen Music. It also drew 209...

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CONCEPTION Feat. Former KAMELOT Singer ROY KHAN: First Two Shows In Over A Decade Scheduled For April

Reactivated Norwegian progressive metallers CONCEPTION, who feature in their ranks former KAMELOT singer Roy Khan, will play their first live shows in well over a decade on April 26 and April 27 in their hometown of Gjøvik. The band has made a variety of experiences available for those interested in...

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Ex-NIGHTWISH Singer TARJA TURUNEN On Benefits Of Being A Solo Artist: 'There Is Nobody Telling Me What I Should Do'

Keefy from Ghost Cult magazine recently conducted an interview with former NIGHTWISH frontwoman Tarja Turunen. You can watch the entire chat below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On how she prepares for long tours: Tarja: "Physical and vocal. As I am a lyrical singer, I r...

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Watch KING DIAMOND Perform 'Black Horsemen' From 'Songs For The Dead Live' DVD/Blu-Ray

A performance clip of "Black Horsemen (Live at The Fillmore)", taken from the forthcoming KING DIAMOND DVD/Blu-ray, "Songs For The Dead Live", can be viewed below. The set will be released on January 25 via Metal Blade Records. There is only one King Diamond, and for more than thirty years the grea...

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TNT To Release 'Encore - Live In Milano' CD, DVD And Blu-Ray Feat. TONY HARNELL

A new TNT live CD, DVD and Blu-ray, "Encore - Live In Milano", will be released on March 22 va Frontiers Music Srl. The set was professionally filmed and recorded in April 2017 at the Frontiers Rock Festival in Milan, Italy and features Tony Harnell on lead vocals. "Encore - Live In Milano" track li...