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Shadow Work
There are certain, unavoidable consequences to being a humble, unpretentious band. DESPISED ICON could, if their Canadian identities would allow it, be extremely arrogant about their position in deathcore's unwritten hierarchy. Whether or not they were the first to fully express the genre is a moot...October 28, 2025
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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...October 28, 2025
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SABATON Shares Behind-The-Scenes Documentary From Making Of Epic 'I, Emperor' Music Video
Coming off the announcement of a massive 2025 worldwide tour including a 31-date North American run set for early 2026, Swedish metallers SABATON have just released their eleventh studio album, "Legends", via Better Noise Music (marking the band's label debut). It features the latest single and acco...October 28, 2025
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Late TROUBLE Singer ERIC WAGNER: Previously Unreleased Song To See Light Of Day In December
Californian label Ripple Music has announced a powerful final chapter from late TROUBLE frontman and doom metal icon Eric Wagner with the release of "Eulogy" this December 12, 2025 — a two-track record featuring his final and previously unreleased song "Nothing But Blue Skies" as well as a stirring...October 28, 2025
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METALLICA's KIRK HAMMETT Teams Up With GIBSON For Custom Raven Acoustic Guitar
One of the most iconic rock guitarists of our generation, Kirk Hammett — legendary guitarist of the multi-platinum-selling, nine-time Grammy Award-winning band METALLICA — continues his long-standing partnership with Gibson. Today, the iconic instrument brand proudly unveils its latest collaboration...October 28, 2025
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BAD OMENS Announce 2026 North American Arena Tour With Openers BEARTOOTH And PRESIDENT
Platinum-certified rock band BAD OMENS are set to take North America by storm with their headline arena tour in spring 2026. The run kicks off February 22 in Salt Lake City, Utah at Delta Center with support from BEARTOOTH and PRESIDENT, bringing the band's cinematic, high-energy performances direct...October 28, 2025
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HATEBREED's MATT BYRNE Is 'Living The Dream' Three Decades Into The Band's Career
In a new interview with Australia's Wall Of Sound, drummer Matt Byrne of Connecticut hardcore/metal masters HATEBREED spoke about the band's longevity. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Oh, it's a blessing. I think. The hard work and the loyalty from the fans have paid off. I think when...October 27, 2025
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NUNO BETTENCOURT On His Preparation For 'Back To The Beginning' Concert: 'I Wanted To Respect The Songs And Go All In'
During an appearance on the latest episode of the "Steve And Rik's POTcast", hosted by Steve Whiteman (of KIX fame) and Rik Parks, EXTREME guitarist Nuno Bettencourt reflected on his participation in the "Back To The Beginning" concert, which marked Ozzy Osbourne and BLACK SABBATH's final performanc...October 27, 2025
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Original KISS Drummer PETER CRISS Teases Halloween Announcement Of Long-Awaited New Rock Solo Album
Original KISS drummer Peter Criss is teasing a Halloween announcement of what are expected to be the first official details of his upcoming solo album. Earlier today, the 79-year-old musician shared a spooky video on his social media in which the date "October 31, 2025" flashes on the screen, follow...October 27, 2025
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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...October 27, 2025
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JUDAS PRIEST Presented With Key To City By Albuquerque's Metalhead Mayor
British heavy metal legends JUDAS PRIEST were presented with keys to the city by Albuquerque, New Mexico's mayor Tim Keller prior to their October 23 concert at Isleta Amphitheater in Albuquerque. A video of the presentation can be seen below. PRIEST commented: "Thank you to the mayor, his team, and...October 27, 2025
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AVATAR's JOHANNES ECKERSTRÖM: Music Has Been A 'Humongous Part Of My Everyday Life Inside And Outside Of The Band'
In a new interview with Mexico's Heavy Mextal, AVATAR vocalist Johannes Eckerström was asked what means music to him in the context of his life. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It means more than I could put my words on. I think the thing is, okay, we got lucky in AVATAR. We work...October 26, 2025
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See BIOHAZARD's BILLY GRAZIADEI Fall And Cut His Head Open During Montreal Show: 'I Bled For You And Left It All On Stage'
BIOHAZARD guitarist/vocalist Billy Graziadei cut his head open during the band's concert last night (Saturday, October 25) in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Graziadei and his bandmates were playing the second song of their set, "Wrong Side Of The Tracks", at Théâtre Beanfield when Billy lost his footing...October 26, 2025
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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...October 26, 2025
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LARS ULRICH On METALLICA's Relationship With Band's Fans: 'It Really Is About Community And Collective And Sharing Experiences'
On October 9, California Film Institute's Mill Valley Film Festival featured "Metallica Saved My Life", a documentary that explores the life-changing impact of the San Francisco Bay Area heavy metal band on its fans, as its Centerpiece Screening at Sequoia Cinema in Mill Valley, California. METALLIC...October 26, 2025












