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GEORGE LYNCH Says ACE FREHLEY Wasn't An Influence On His Guitar Playing: 'And I Feel Bad Saying That' After 'He Just Died'

In a new interview with Robert Cavuoto of Myglobalmind, legendary guitarist George Lynch (DOKKEN, LYNCH MOB) was asked if late KISS axeman Ace Frehley was an influence on his playing. George responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No. And I feel bad saying that, that he just died, but he wa...

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Watch: Supergroup CATEGORY 7, Feat. ARMORED SAINT, EXODUS, Ex-MACHINE HEAD Members, Performs in Pompano Beach, Florida

CATEGORY 7, the new band featuring former MACHINE HEAD and current KERRY KING guitarist Phil Demmel, ex-ADRENALINE MOB guitarist Mike Orlando, ARMORED SAINT/ex-ANTHRAX singer John Bush, SHADOWS FALL/ex-OVERKILL drummer Jason Bittner and EXODUS bassist Jack Gibson, played its second-ever concert last...

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RITCHIE BLACKMORE On JEFF BECK: 'He Had A Very Special Way Of Playing'

In a rare new interview with "Rock Of Nations With Dave Kinchen And Shane McEachern", legendary DEEP PURPLE and RAINBOW guitarist Ritchie Blackmore paid tribute to British guitar icon Jeff Beck, who died nearly three years ago. Ritchie said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): " Jeff was a great gu...

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AVATAR's JOHANNES ECKERSTRÖM Finds Joy In Grind Of Touring: 'We Keep Bumping Into Way More Successful Bands Than Ours That Seem Miserable'

By David E. Gehlke Among the Scandinavian bands to break through and establish a strong Stateside following, Gothenburg, Sweden's AVATAR ranks among the most unlikely. Initially formed in 2004 as a melodic death metal band, AVATAR evolved—quickly—with their 2009 self-titled album, which introduced g...

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GEORGE LYNCH On Why He Is Still Playing Shows As LYNCH MOB After Completion Of Band's 'Farewell' Tour: 'I Lied'

In a new interview with Tim Caple of Rock 'N' Blues Experience, legendary guitarist George Lynch spoke about why he is still playing shows under the LYNCH MOB banner, seven months after the completion of the band's "The Final Ride" farewell tour celebrating LYNCH MOB's 35-year legacy. Joining Lynch...

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WENDY DIO: 'I'm So Glad To See That OZZY OSBOURNE Got To Play The Last Time Before He Passed Away'

In a new interview with "Whiplash", the KLOS radio show hosted by Full Metal Jackie, Wendy Dio, widow and longtime manager of Ronnie James Dio, was asked for her opinion of the "Back To The Beginning" event, which took place in Birmingham, United Kingdom in early July and marked Ozzy Osbourne and BL...

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LACUNA COIL's ANDREA FERRO Rules Out Retirement: 'I Don't See Us Stopping Anytime Soon'

In a new interview with Jorge Botas of Portugal's Metal Global, LACUNA COIL vocalist Andrea Ferro spoke about the financial and emotional challenges facing musicians today, particularly as it relates to touring in a post-pandemic world. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "We still love t...

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FRANK BELLO On Long-Awaited New ANTHRAX Album: 'We All Are Very, Very Hungry, 'Cause We're In Mixing Right Now'

In a new interview with Thomann's Guitars & Basses, ANTHRAX bassist Frank Bello offered an update on the the long-awaited follow-up to the band's 2016 album "For All Kings", tentatively due in early 2026. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think it's been almost 10 years since the...

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Watch: LYNCH MOB Performs In Westland, Michigan

Legendary guitarist George Lynch and his band — once again billed as LYNCH MOB — performed on October 24 at Token Lounge in Westland, Michigan. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below. Joining Lynch on stage at the show were vocalist Andrew Freeman (LAST IN LINE),drummer Brian Tichy (WHIT...

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AVENGED SEVENFOLD's M. SHADOWS On Mixed Response To 'Life Is But A Dream…' Album: 'I Don't Think Any Of That Stuff Weighs On Me At All'

In a recent interview with Igor Miranda of Rolling Stone Brasil, AVENGED SEVENFOLD singer M. Shadows once again discussed the experimental nature of the band's latest album, "Life Is But A Dream…" Written and recorded over the span of four years, it was produced by Joe Barresi and AVENGED SEVENFOLD...

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BILLY IDOL Reflects On Meeting Guitarist STEVE STEVENS: 'Once I Saw What He Could Do, I Knew Anything I Wanted To Do, I Could Do It'

Before performing acoustically at Los Angeles's Grammy Museum on October 9, Billy Idol and his longtime guitarist Steve Stevens were interviewed by producer Jimmy Jam (Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey). A few excerpts from the conversation appear below. On initially meeting one another: Billy: "I'd come...

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Drummer JIMMY D'ANDA Rejoins BULLETBOYS; Guitarist MICK SWEDA Has 'No Desire' To Return

Drummer Jimmy D'Anda has rejoined BULLETBOYS. Playing alongside him in the band's current lineup are fellow original members Marq Torien (lead vocals, guitar) and Lonnie Vencent (bass),plus the group's latest addition, guitarist Frankie Lindia (David Lee Roth, RATT). The original BULLETBOYS lineup...

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LYNCH MOB Announces Farewell Album 'Dancing With The Devil', Shares Title Track

LYNCH MOB, the band led by former DOKKEN guitar legend George Lynch, will release its ninth and final full-length studio album, "Dancing With The Devil", on November 28, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl, marking the final chapter in the group's storied career. To mark the announcement, the band share t...

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EXODUS/SLAYER Guitarist GARY HOLT Collaborates With NEVEN EYEWEAR

EXODUS and SLAYER guitarist Gary Holt has collaborated with Neven Eyewear, a high-quality eyewear company that has roots in the hardcore scene, on two collections of glasses: Blacklist and Collateral Damage. The Blacklist collection doesn't play nice. Created with, these rectangular frames are made...

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VERNON REID: LIVING COLOUR Has 'Quite A Few Tracks' Recorded For Next Studio Album

During an appearance on the October 1 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", LIVING COLOUR guitarist Vernon Reid confirmed that he and his bandmates are working on the long-awaited follow-up to 2017's "Shade" album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We were recording and...