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Will ALEX VARKATZAS Perform ATREYU Songs With His New Band DEAD ICARUS? He Responds

In a new interview with the "BREWtally Speaking" podcast, ex-ATREYU frontman Alex Varkatzas was asked if he plans to perform any of the songs he helped write for his former band when he starts playing shows with his current project DEAD ICARUS. He responded in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NE...

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SCOTTI HILL: SKID ROW Is 'Looking Forward' To Reteaming With Producer NICK RASKULINECZ On Next Studio Album

In a recent interview with Larry Mac of the 96.1 KLPX radio station, SKID ROW guitarist Scotti Hill was asked if he and his bandmates have begun work on material for the follow-up to last year's "The Gang's All Here" album. The LP marked SKID ROW's recording debut with Swedish singer Erik Grönwall,...

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HELMET's PAGE HAMILTON: 'It Feels Like We're About To Embark Upon World War III'

In a recent interview with Australia's "Everblack" podcast, HELMET frontman Page Hamilton spoke about how the world events of the last few years — including the global pandemic and political unrest — have provided him with the inspiration to create some of the songs on the band's latest album "Left"...

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ZAKK WYLDE On Playing With PANTERA: 'I'm Really Happy People Can Still Hear VINNIE PAUL And DIMEBAG's Greatness'

In a new interview with The News-Herald, Zakk Wylde touched upon his ongoing involvement with the reformed PANTERA. He said: "The PANTERA thing is beautiful every night. I'm really happy the fellas put it together so people can still hear [late PANTERA members] Vinnie [Paul Abbott] and Dime's ['Dime...

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MATT SORUM Looks Back On His Time With GUNS N' ROSES: 'In Retrospect, Maybe I Would Have Handled It Differently'

During a recent appearance on the "Black Oxygen Inspiration" podcast, Matt Sorum reflected on his time as the drummer for GUNS N' ROSES. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It got scary. In retrospect, maybe, being a little bit older, I would have handled it differently, but it go...

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JEFF PILSON On Bands Using Backing Tracks During Live Shows: 'The Problem About It Is That People Don't Mind It Anymore'

Former DOKKEN and current FOREIGNER bassist Jeff Pilson has weighed in on bands who rely heavily on pre-recorded tracks during their live performances. In recent years, more and more artists have been given a pass for relying on pre-recorded tracks, drum triggers and other assorted technology that m...

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COREY TAYLOR Blames 'Irreconcilable Differences With Certain People' For STONE SOUR's Inactivity

In a new interview with Australia's AndrewHaug.com, Corey Taylor spoke about the status of his long-running STONE SOUR project, which hasn't performed live or released any new music in more than five years. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We call it indefinite hiatus. It's one of thos...

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Would TESLA's FRANK HANNON Be Open To One-Off Reunion With TOMMY SKEOCH and TROY LUCCKETTA? He Responds

In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, TESLA guitarist Frank Hannon was asked if he would be open to reuniting with former members, drummer Troy Luccketta and guitarist Tommy Skeoch, for a couple of songs at a one-off show at some point in the future. He responded (as transcribed by BLABB...

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LARS ULRICH's Father Dies At 95

Lars Ulrich's father, Torben Ulrich, has passed away at the age of 95. The METALLICA drummer announced his father's death in a social media post earlier today (Wednesday, December 20). He wrote: "Torben Ulrich: 1928-2023. 95 years of adventures, unique experiences, curiosity, pushing boundaries, cha...

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SOCIAL DISTORTION's MIKE NESS Opens Up About His Cancer Battle: 'It's Been Hell'

Mike Ness, who revealed a diagnosis of tonsil cancer in June, offered an update on his progress in a new interview with Matt Pinfield of 95.5 KLOS's "New & Approved" show. The SOCIAL DISTORTION frontman underwent surgery that month as a form of treatment. He has since completed radiation and six...

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Watch: DEEP PURPLE Performs With Fill-In Keyboardist ADAM WAKEMAN

Due to "unforeseen illness", DEEP PURPLE keyboardist Don Airey was forced to sit out the band's December 17 concert at Bandland festival in Bengaluru, India. Filling in for him at the gig was Adam Wakeman (BLACK SABBATH, OZZY OSBOURNE). Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below. Bandland...

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L.A. GUNS Singer PHIL LEWIS On STEVE RILEY's Death: 'It Was Awful. I Didn't Wanna See That.'

L.A. GUNS singer Phil Lewis says that "it was awful" to hear about the passing of the band's former drummer Steve Riley. Steve died on October 24 after "battling a severe case of pneumonia for several weeks," his family confirmed in a statement. He was 67 years old. In a new interview with  Radioact...

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JAMEY JASTA Previews 2024 MILWAUKEE METALFEST And Touts Current Metal Scene: 'I See The Future Is Bright'

By David E. Gehlke HATEBREED frontman Jamey Jasta had his work cut out for him when he took over the long-shelved but highly important Milwaukee Metalfest in 2022. While the festival's reputation was occasionally dotted by founder and promoter Jack Koshick's shaky relationships with its bands (word...

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New FEAR FACTORY Singer MILO SILVESTRO Says He Had The 'Right Sound' And Vocal 'Style' For The Gig

In a recent interview with Czech Republic's Metalshop TV, Milo Silvestro reflected on how he landed the job as FEAR FACTORY's new singer. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "That was completely random, because three years ago, like shortly before the lockdown, the COVID and all that shit...

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Original MISFITS Drummer MANNY MARTINEZ Reportedly Dies At 69

Original MISFITS drummer Manny Martinez has died at the age of 69. Martinez's death was confirmed by his friend Zach Rector in a social media post on Saturday (December 16). Zach wrote: "Going to miss you Brother Manny Martinez / A true living legend a student of Buddy Rich I remember Manny telling...