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ULI JON ROTH: Seeing JIMI HENDRIX Perform Was A 'Mind-Blowing' Experience

In a new interview with the Mike Nelson Show, legendary German guitarist Uli Jon Roth was asked why he picked up the guitar and not some other instrument. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I had to. It was destiny. I was surrounded by music at a certain age. My neighbor friend had...

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FIREHOUSE To Celebrate CJ SNARE's Legacy At This Weekend's Concert In Tennessee

With the blessing of late FIREHOUSE frontman CJ Snare's family, his bandmates will honor the singer, his music and legacy at their performance in Greeneville, Tennessee at Niswonger Performing Arts Center this Saturday, April 13. Nate Peck, 2023 "American Idol" golden ticket recipient from Season 21...

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ARCHITECTS Release New Single 'Curse', Announce Second Leg Of North American Tour

Once again enthralling listeners with their signature sonic brutality, acclaimed British metalcore outfit ARCHITECTS kick off 2024 with an explosive new single, "Curse". Produced by Jordan Fish, the track is available everywhere via Epitaph Records. In addition to the single, the band has announced...

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OZZY OSBOURNE Announces New Show 'The Madhouse Chronicles'

Ozzy Osbourne and Billy Morrison — the longtime rhythm guitarist in Billy Idol's band and former bassist for THE CULT — have announced the launch of their new Internet TV show, "The Madhouse Chronicles". Morrison spoke about "The Madhouse Chronicles" in the latest episode of "The Osbournes Podcast",...

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Watch: HEART And JIMMY FALLON Perform 'Total Eclipse Of The Heart' For Partial Eclipse

Legendary rock band HEART performed its classic song "Barracuda" on last night's (Monday, April 8) episode of "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon". Earlier in the day, HEART also teamed up with host Jimmy Fallon for a performance of Bonnie Tyler's 1980s hit "Total Eclipse Of The Heart" as a trib...

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Watch Multi-Cam Video Of GLENN TIPTON's March 2024 Performance With JUDAS PRIEST In London

JUDAS PRIEST was rejoined by guitarist Glenn Tipton on stage during the band's March 21 concert at OVO Arena Wembley in London, England. As he has done a number of other times over the course of the last six years, Tipton appeared with PRIEST for the encore, performing "Metal Gods" and "Living After...

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METALLICA Shares Pro-Shot Video Of Cover Of ELTON JOHN's 'Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding'

METALLICA honored Elton John and his songwriting partner Bernie Taupin by performing at a tribute concert at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. on March 20. Elton and Bernie collected the Library Of Congress Gershwin Prize for their contribution to music at the invitation-only event, which in...

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FEAR FACTORY's MILO SILVESTRO: I've Always Been Very Inspired By BURTON C. BELL

In a new interview with Australia's New Breed TV, FEAR FACTORY's new frontman Milo Silvestro spoke about the way he approaches his singing as the replacement for the band's original vocalist Burton C. Bell. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I would say a bad clean singing, especially wi...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE Says New Guitarist TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI Is 'A Really Great Fit'

In a new interview with Brazil's Rádio Kiss FM, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine spoke about the recent departure of the band's longtime guitarist Kiko Loureiro and addition of his replacement, Teemu Mäntysaari. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We've got a new guitar player playing. Kiko...

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GODSMACK's SHANNON LARKIN On 'Vibez Tour': 'It's The Coolest Thing We've Done In Many Years'

GODSMACK drummer Shannon Larkin recently spoke to SWOMP about the band's recently launched "Vibez Tour". The trek sees frontman Sully Erna and his bandmates deliver a series of intimate evenings featuring acoustic/electric performances and untold stories in theatres across North America. The second...

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DROWNING POOL's C.J. PIERCE Hopes To Release First New Song With RYAN MCCOMBS In June

In a new interview with Pierre Gutiérrez of Rock Talks, founding DROWNING POOL guitarist C.J. Pierce discussed the progress of the songwriting sessions for the new music that he and his longtime bandmates — drummer Mike Luce and bassist Stevie Benton — have been working on with singer Ryan McCombs....

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FOREIGNER Has Just Recorded A New Live Album: 'It's Gonna Be Amazing', Says JEFF PILSON

In a new interview with "The Double Stop With Brian Sword" podcast, FOREIGNER bassist Jeff Pilson was asked about his feelings regarding the fact that the band is planning to wind down its farewell tour in 2025. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, this much time on the road coming t...

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AWAY Says VOIVOD's Long-Awaited Official Documentary Is 'Almost Done'

In a new interview with Jimmy Kay of Canada's The Metal Voice, VOIVOD drummer Michel "Away" Langevin spoke about the status of the band's long-awaited official documentary. Tentatively titled "We Are Connected", the film will cover VOIVOD's history from unlikely origins in northern Québec at the hei...

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DISTURBED's MIKE WENGREN Says He Could Fill In For CHARLIE BENANTE In PANTERA

In an interview with The Break Down With Nath & Johnny, drummer Mike Wengren of DISTURBED, which recently shared the stage with PANTERA at Knotfest Australia, was asked which band he would "love to fill in for" and play a show with. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Oh, I mean,...

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LOU GRAMM On His Upcoming Retirement: 'You've Gotta Be Smart Enough To See When It's Time To Stop'

In a new interview with Backstage Pass, original FOREIGNER singer Lou Gramm spoke about his decision to retire after his 2024 tour dates. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've put in a number of decades, and while it's been fun, you've gotta be smart enough to see when it's time to sto...