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PAUL STANLEY: KISS 'Can Move Forward Without New Music'
KISS frontman Paul Stanley says it's not "utterly necessary" for the band to release a new album to follow 2009's "Sonic Boom" and 2012's "Monster" and insists that KISS "can move forward without new music." Stanley tells Classic Rock magazine: "There has to be a purpose to us doing an album. "There...May 21, 2015
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YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Defends GENE SIMMONS's 'Rock Is Dead' Comment
Rodney Holder of Australia's Music Business Facts recently conducted an interview with legendary Swedish guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen. You can now listen to the chat using the audio player below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On his decision to discontinue selling physical C...May 21, 2015
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JUDAS PRIEST's IAN HILL: Heavy Metal Music Will Always Be Here In Some Way, Shape Or Form
In a brand new interview with Daily Herald, JUDAS PRIEST bassist Ian Hill was asked if he thinks that "rock is dead," as KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons famously said last year. "I don't think it is," Ian responded. "Not really. I mean, what are you going to replace it with? People come out ...May 19, 2015
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DUFF MCKAGAN On His 'How To Be Man' Collaboration With IZZY STRADLIN, JERRY CANTRELL: 'It Was So Natural'
Having just released his much-buzzed-about new book, "How To Be A Man (And Other Illusions)" (Da Capo Press),former GUNS N' ROSES bassist Duff McKagan issued a three-song companion EP, "How To Be A Man". Made available on the same day as the book (May 12),the disc features former GUNS N' ROSES gui...May 16, 2015
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Rockers Pay Tribute To Blues Legend B.B. KING
Legendary blues artist B.B. King died at the age of 89 on Thursday night (May 14). King's lawyer reported that King passed away in his sleep at his home in Las Vegas, according to The Pulse Of Radio. He had long suffered from Type II diabetes and canceled a tour last October due to ill ...May 15, 2015
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ROB HALFORD: Will There Be Another Great, Big Rock-Star Giant Like OZZY OSBOURNE And AXL ROSE?
JUDAS PRIEST singer Rob Halford believes that the rock scene is "thriving" but admits that the changes in the music industry have made it difficult for new artists to launch their careers. Asked if he thinks any of the newer hard rock artists have a shot at becoming arena-sized acts once the current...May 7, 2015
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New KISS Pinball Machines Available Through STERN PINBALL
Stern Pinball, Inc., the world's oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball machines, and Epic Rights, KISS' global licensing agent, jointly announced today the availability of a new line of Pro, Premium and Limited Edition KISS pinball machines, honoring one of the most influential and i...May 6, 2015
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DUFF MCKAGAN: 'How To Be A Man' Song Featuring IZZY STRADLIN, JERRY CANTRELL Streaming
As he gears up for the May 12 release of his much-buzzed-about new book, "How To Be A Man (And Other Illusions)" (Da Capo Press),former GUNS N' ROSES bassist Duff McKagan will issue a three-song companion EP, "How To Be A Man". Due on the same day as the book, the disc features former ...May 5, 2015
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DAVE GROHL Says KISS Inspired Him To Become Musician
According to The Pulse Of Radio, FOO FIGHTERS frontman Dave Grohl paid tribute to KISS on Wednesday night (April 29) during the ASCAP Pop Music Awards, where the legendary band was recognized for their influence as songwriters. Grohl presented founding members Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons with the...May 1, 2015
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GENE SIMMONS: New Rock Artists 'Don't Have A Chance'
In a brand new interview with Billboard.com, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons and guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley were asked how much time they still spend these days writing new music. "I think at this point I write when there's a reason to write," Stanley said. "To sit down, there are so many ou...April 30, 2015
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KISS's PAUL STANLEY, GENE SIMMONS Receive ASCAP Founders Award
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) presented rock heavyweights KISS with the prestigious ASCAP Founders Award at its 32nd annual ASCAP Pop Music Awards on April 29 in Hollywood. The exclusive, invitation-only gala took place at the Loews Hollywood Hotel in Los Angeles,...April 30, 2015
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DUFF MCKAGAN To Release 'How To Be A Man' EP Featuring IZZY STRADLIN, JERRY CANTRELL
As he gears up for the May 12 release of his much-buzzed-about new book, "How To Be A Man (And Other Illusions)" (Da Capo Press),former GUNS N' ROSES bassist Duff McKagan will issue a three-song companion EP, "How To Be A Man". Due on the same day as the book, the disc features former ...April 29, 2015
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'The Osbournes' VH1 Return Scrapped
According to The Hollywood Reporter, VH1 has scrapped its plans to revive the reality show "The Osbournes", which follows the lives of the BLACK SABBATH singer Ozzy Osbourne and his family. "We are no longer talking to the Osbournes about a series; that's not going to happen," VH1's executive vice p...April 28, 2015
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How Much Does MÖTLEY CRÜE Care About Being Inducted Into ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME?
Despite MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx's recent claim that if his band was ever honored into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, he would decline the nomination, CRÜE drummer Tommy Lee seems a little more receptive to the idea of being inducted as part of the organization's annually held ceremony. "I do...April 24, 2015
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KISS Records New Song For 'Scooby-Doo! And Kiss: Rock And Roll Mystery' Animated Film
According to USA Today, KISS has recorded a new song for the the animated film "Scooby-Doo! And Kiss: Rock And Roll Mystery", available July 10 on digital HD platforms and July 21 on Blu-ray/DVD from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. KISS members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Eric Singer and Tommy Thay...April 17, 2015
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