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GIL MOORE Doesn't Rule Out New Music From TRIUMPH: 'We'll Just See'

In a new interview with Rodrigo Altaf of Sonic Perspectives, drummer/vocalist Gil Moore of legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH was asked if there have been any discussions about him and his bandmates possibly working on new music to coincide with their upcoming first tour in more than 30 years. He re...

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New RUSH Touring Drummer ANIKA NILLES On NEIL PEART: 'Adapting To His Way Of Playing Is A Challenge'

Anika Nilles, the German fusion drummer who was selected to sit behind the drum kit for RUSH's 2026 and 2027 tours, has spoken out about the task of stepping in for the band's late drummer Neil Peart. Nilles, who toured with legendary guitarist Jeff Beck in 2022, has been rehearsing with bassist/voc...

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GEDDY LEE Explains Why RUSH Didn't Choose Well-Known Rock Drummer For Upcoming Tour: We 'Wanted To Stay Away From The Obvious Comparisons'

In a new interview with the Brazilian TV show Fantástico, Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of RUSH spoke about their decision to reunite for a tour in 2026 and 2027. The run of dates — Lee and Lifeson's first official shows under the RUSH banner in 11 years — will begin at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, si...

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BRANDON SALLER On Becoming ATREYU's Frontman: 'I Wanted To Have It So That People Wouldn't Have A Reason To Talk S***'

In a new interview with The Garza Podcast, hosted by SUICIDE SILENCE guitarist Chris Garza, ATREYU's former drummer Brandon Saller, who is now focusing completely on singing after previously sharing lead vocals with Alex Varkatzas for most of the band's nearly three-decade existence, reflected on th...

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GEDDY LEE Explains Decision To Use RUSH Name For Upcoming Tour: 'What The F*** Should We Call It, IRON MAIDEN?'

In the latest issue of U.K.'s Classic Rock magazine, RUSH bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee explained why he and guitarist Alex Lifeson decided to tour under the RUSH name in 2026 without their late drummer Neil Peart. Admitting that the issue was a hot topic of debate within the RUSH camp, Lee said: "What...

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CYHRA, Featuring Former IN FLAMES And AMARANTHE Members, Announces New Album 'Requiem For A Pipe Dream'

Swedish melodic metal supergroup CYHRA — featuring AMARANTHE co-founder Jake E and current THE HALO EFFECT, KAMELOT, THE CROWN and SUBURBAN TRIBE members — has released a new single, "Bleed With Pride". As CYHRA celebrates its tenth anniversary year, the new release arrives alongside the announcemen...

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Ex-MISFITS Singer MICHALE GRAVES Explains Why He 'No Longer Exists' In The Punk And Rock Worlds: 'I'm Hated. I Can't Exist There'

In a new interview with Rock Talks, former MISFITS singer Michale Graves was asked if there are any plans for him to reschedule his U.K. concerts which were recently canceled due to his alleged far-right links. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No, there's no plans to do that. It's...

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YES's STEVE HOWE To Undergo 'Essential' Surgery; Tour Dates Postponed

YES has been forced to postpone its previously announced U.K. tour as guitarist Steve Howe requires surgery. The progressive rock legends were scheduled to hit the road for a nine-date trek across the U.K. starting on April 22 at the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow and ending with a two-night run at t...

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RUSH's GEDDY LEE On ANIKA NILLES: 'She's Just Been Perfect For Us'

Ontario, Canada radio station 92.9 The Grand has shared video of the entire press conference RUSH's Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson held after the band's comeback performance at Sunday's (March 29) Juno Awards in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. You can watch the question-and-answer session below. The Canadian...

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Watch RUSH Perform Live With New Drummer ANIKA NILLES For First Time

RUSH's Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson played live with the band's new touring drummer, Anika Nilles, for the first time earlier tonight (Sunday, March 29) at the Juno Awards in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. They opened the event with a surprise performance of "Finding My Way", the first track from RUSH's d...

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GIL MOORE On TRIUMPH Rehearsals For Upcoming Tour: 'It's Just Jelled Really, Really Well'

In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, drummer/vocalist Gil Moore of legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH spoke about the band's upcoming first tour in more than 30 years. The North American run of shows will celebrate the band's 50th anniversary, and feature support from APRIL WINE. The 20...

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Will TRIUMPH Ever Get Inducted Into ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME? GIL MOORE Weighs In

In a new interview with Rock At Night magazine, drummer/vocalist/songwriter Gil Moore of Canadian rock legends TRIUMPH was asked if he thinks he and his bandmates will ever get inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, I don't know. You t...

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Former PANTERA Singer TERRY GLAZE Encourages Fans To Check Out Band's Pre-PHILIP ANSELMO Albums

In a new interview with "Reckless" Rexx Ruger of the Pod Scum podcast, Terrence Lee "Terry" Glaze, the original voice of PANTERA, spoke about his time with the legendary metal band prior to the arrival of Philip Anselmo. Glaze was the frontman of PANTERA during the band's early'-'80s "party metal" p...

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CHRIS BARNES On Why His Former Bandmates In CANNIBAL CORPSE Wouldn't Play With Him Again: 'They Feel Threatened By My Presence'

In a new interview with Scott Penfold of Loaded Radio, former CANNIBAL CORPSE and current SIX FEET UNDER vocalist Chris Barnes was asked if he would be willing to perform with CANNIBAL CORPSE again if the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame started welcoming death metal acts and CANNIBAL CORPSE was being ind...

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THE TROOPS OF DOOM Recruits TESTAMENT, DESTRUCTION Members For Cover Of KISS's 'God Of Thunder'

Celebrating six years of existence, THE TROOPS OF DOOM, the Brazilian death/thrash metal band featuring former SEPULTURA guitarist Jairo "Tormentor" Guedz, has immortalized its own studio version of the classic KISS song "God Of Thunder" by bringing together renowned guest musicians from different s...