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DESTRUCTION's SCHMIER: Why American Thrash Bands Became More Commercially Successful Than Their German Counterparts

In a new interview with Chris Akin Presents, DESTRUCTION bassist/vocalist Schmier was asked why he thinks American thrash bands like METALLICA and SLAYER achieved greater success than German bands such as DESTRUCTION and KREATOR, even though they all came out in the early 1980s. He responded (as tra...

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GLENN DANZIG Rips Bands Who Return To Performing Live After Completing 'Final' Tours: 'It's Kind Of A Scam'

In a new interview with Radioactive MikeZ, host of the 96.7 KCAL-FM program "Wired In The Empire", Glenn Danzig was asked if he would ever consider playing one big final show before calling it quits, like Ozzy Osbourne has announced he will do in early July in Birmingham, England. The 69-year-old si...

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ALICE COOPER Explains How He Keeps His Live Performances Fresh Year After Year

In a new interview with Larry Mac of the 96.1 KLPX radio station, legendary rocker Alice Cooper was asked how he keeps his live performances fresh every time he embarks on a new tour. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "First of all, I surround myself with the best players. Everybody in m...

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VINNIE PAUL ABBOTT's Long-Awaited Cookbook Has Finally Arrived

PANTERA and HELLYEAH drummer Vinnie Paul Abott continues to be one of the most beloved personalities in the history of metal and now his legacy can fill both our hearts and bellies with the perfect companion for your summer barbecue, "Drumming Up An Appetite With Vinnie Paul", available from Z2. The...

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RANDY BLYTHE: Fans Won't Have To Wait Five Years For New LAMB OF GOD Music

In a new interview with NME, LAMB OF GOD frontman D. Randall "Randy" Blythe, who is promoting his just-released second book, "Just Beyond The Light: Making Peace With The Wars Inside Our Head", was asked if there are plans for a new studio album from him and his bandmates. He said: "You bet. There w...

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GLENN DANZIG Rules Out New DANZIG And MISFITS Albums, But Says Standalone Singles Are A Possibility

In a new interview with Abe Kanan of the 98 Rock radio station, Glenn Danzig was asked about the fact that he is now playing sporadic live shows with both DANZIG and the MISFITS. Refencing the fact that MISFITS have been active on the live front since the initial comeback performance by Danzig, Jerr...

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LACUNA COIL's CRISTINA SCABBIA: If You Attack Me Online, 'I Will Stand Up And Reply And Tell You That You're A F***ing A**hole'

In a new interview with Primordial Radio, LACUNA COIL frontwoman Cristina Scabbia was asked how she handles negative reviews of her band, as well as online trolls who attack her personally on the Internet. She responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's also impossible to read all [the rev...

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MARTY FRIEDMAN On His Unconventional Picking Style: 'It Has Little To Nothing To Do With My Playing'

In a new interview with Premier Guitar, former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman once again addressed his unconventional picking style which sees his right hand held at an angle. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "I never really had proper instruction, so when I started off, I just did...

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STEEL PANTHER's SATCHEL Explains How He Stays In Shape On The Road

In a recent interview with Gym Rock Crew, which is hosted by Ramona, a certified fitness coach and metalhead, STEEL PANTHER guitarist Russ "Satchel" Parrish was asked to name his "favorite exercise". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "My biggest thing with exercising is I try to cha...

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MARTY FRIEDMAN Releases Official Music Video For 'Tearful Confession'

Former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman has released the official music video for the song "Tearful Confession". The track us taken from Marty's latest solo album, "Drama", which came out last May via Frontiers Music Srl. Recorded in Italy, "Drama" showcases Marty's unique touch, for the first time...

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AVANTASIA's TOBIAS SAMMET: Performing Onstage Can Be As Dangerous As Playing Football

Appearing on Side Jams With Bryan Reesman, AVANTASIA/EDGUY frontman Tobias Sammet recalled how the first headlining show for EDGUY nearly turned into a disaster. He had wanted to play soccer when he was younger, but music became his career. But music still had its dangerous side. "When you're doing...

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ZAKK WYLDE On Touring With PANTERA: 'It's A Blast To See Everybody Having A Great Time'

During the European leg of PANTERA's 2025 world tour, Dagan Wilkin of PMTV UK spoke to PANTERA guitarist Zakk Wylde and Grady Champion, who was "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott's guitar tech throughout his career with PANTERA and is now working with Zakk. Zakk discussed touring, Dimebag's legacy, and the Wy...

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DOUG ALDRICH On His Cancer Diagnosis: 'It Was Definitely A Setback Mentally'

In a new interview with Ernest Skinner of Canada's Border City Rock Talk, former WHITESNAKE and DIO and current THE DEAD DAISIES guitarist Doug Aldrich offered an update on his health, nearly five months after he underwent a "very successful" surgery following a throat cancer diagnosis. Regarding ho...

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DESTRUCTION's SCHMIER Is 'Still Hopeful' For More Shows Featuring 'Big Four' Of German Thrash Metal

In a new interview with Francisco Zamudio of KNAC.COM, DESTRUCTION bassist/vocalist Schmier was asked about the possibility of more shows featuring the union of Germany's legendary "Teutonic Big Four", completed by KREATOR, SODOM and TANKARD. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don't wa...

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RANDY BLYTHE On New LAMB OF GOD Music: 'No, We're Not In The Studio Right Now'

In a new interview with Nikki Blakk of the San Francisco Bay Area radio station 107.7 The Bone, LAMB OF GOD frontman D. Randall "Randy" Blythe, who is promoting his just-released second book, "Just Beyond The Light: Making Peace With The Wars Inside Our Head", was asked what the next year will look...