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PRIMUS Shares Music Video For 'The Ol' Grizz' From 'A Handful Of Nuggs' EP

PRIMUS has released the official Cage Claypool-directed music video for "The Ol' Grizz", a song from the band's "A Handful Of Nuggs" EP, which came out in May. "The Ol' Grizz" is among the first new studio recordings to feature drummer John Hoffman. "The Ol' Grizz" finds Les Claypool, Larry LaLonde...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS: 'I Think I Sing As Good Now As, If Not Better Than, I Ever Have'

In a new interview with Brazil's Heavy Talk, former JUDAS PRIEST and current KK'S PRIEST vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens was asked if he has to be more careful, as he gets older, to take care of his singing voice so he can still hit all the high notes during his live shows. He responded (as transcribed...

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LEATHER LEONE: 'I'm Gonna Step Back From Music' And 'Figure Out What My Next Chapter Is'

In a new interview with Ada of Poisoned Rock, Leather Leone, the powerhouse heavy metal singer who first gained fame in the 1980s as frontwoman for guitarist David T. Chastain's band CHASTAIN, revealed that she is taking a break from playing shows and working on new music-related projects. She said...

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KINGDOM COME To Release New Single 'Payback's A Bitch'

Fan-filmed video of KINGDOM COME performing a new song, "Payback's A Bitch", on July 12 at the Token Lounge in Westland, Michigan can be seen below.  KINGDOM COME's current lineup consists of original guitarists Danny Stag and Rick Steier, and bassist Johnny B. Frank, along with the band's latest ad...

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Watch: KINGDOM COME Returns To Live Stage In Ohio

Fan-filmed video of the current lineup of KINGDOM COME — featuring original guitarists Danny Stag and Rick Steier, and bassist Johnny B. Frank, along with the band's latest additions, vocalist Ezekiel "Zeke" Kaplan and drummer Matt Muckle — performing on July 9 at Westside Bowl in Youngstown, Ohio c...

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GENE SIMMONS's 'Legends Of Rock Expo' Rescheduled For May 2027

"Gene Simmons Legends Of Rock Expo", which was originally set to take place September 25-27 at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, has been rescheduled for May 14–16, 2027 at the same venue. Earlier today (Thursday, July 16),the event producers released the following statement: "Due to a major...

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ANTHRAX And Z2 Reunite For 'NOT: The Illustrated Oral History Of Anthrax', An Original Graphic Album

Thrash metal pioneers ANTHRAX have reunited with Z2 for "NOT: The Illustrated Oral History Of Anthrax", an original graphic album that transforms the band's legendary four-decade journey into a fully illustrated rollercoaster ride. Featuring candid, firsthand stories from guitarist Scott Ian, drumme...

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MY DYING BRIDE: 'Anthology Of Sombre Reflections' Deluxe 8-LP Box Set Due In August

Due on August 21 via Peaceville, "Anthology Of Sombre Reflections" is an expansive and comprehensive collection of the early and much-celebrated works of doom gods MY DYING BRIDE, from the formative deathly rawness of the revered "Towards The Sinister" demo, "God Is Alone" seven-inch tracks and subs...

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RUDY SARZO Defends His Use Of A.I. To Make Solo Music: 'I've Been Jumping On New Technology Since The Electric Guitar Existed'

In a new interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of the Rock Interview Series, legendary rock bassist Rudy Sarzo discussed his recent admission that he utilized artificial intelligence (A.I.) during the production process of his two new solo singles, "Your Heart Is The Road" and "For The Love Of Love"....

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QUEENSRŸCHE Singer TODD LA TORRE: 'I Don't Do Any Vocal Warm-Ups' And 'I've Never Taken Vocal Lessons'

In a new video his Facebook page, QUEENSRŸCHE singer Todd La Torre answered a fan-submitted question about whether he uses "any secret concoctions to keep the vocal pipes in top form". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've had days where I did everything you're supposed to do by the bo...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Admits He Has Been Having 'Some Vocal Issues' As Of Late: 'As A Singer, That Happens'

In a new interview with Chile's iRock.cl, former JUDAS PRIEST and current KK'S PRIEST singer Tim "Ripper" Owens spoke about the importance of having good physical stamina to handle the rigors of the road, especially since he spends so much time away from home. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH...

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VINNY APPICE Confirms LAST IN LINE Is Working With Potential New Singer, Refuses To Talk About ANDREW FREEMAN's Departure

In a new interview with Remzi "Jam Man" Yates of Rocking With Jam Man, LAST IN LINE drummer Vinny Appice offered an update on the band's search for a new singer following the recent departure of LAST IN LINE's original vocalist Andrew Freeman. Appice said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We're...

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RUDY SARZO Admits To Using A.I. During Making Of His New Solo Single 'Your Heart Is The Road': 'I Come Clean' About That

Legendary hard rock bassist Rudy Sarzo has released a new solo song called "Your Heart Is The Road". The track, which was made available on June 24, 2026 in celebration of Rudy and his wife Rebecca's 42nd wedding anniversary, can be streamed below. In a new interview with Ernest Skinner of Border Ci...

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PHIL SOUSSAN Is 'Excited' About LAST IN LINE's 'New Chapter' Following Exit Of Longtime Singer ANDREW FREEMAN

In a new interview with Robert Edwards of Talkin' Bout Rock, LAST IN LINE bassist Phil Soussan offered an update on the band's search for a new singer following the recent departure of LAST IN LINE's original vocalist Andrew Freeman. Soussan, who joined LAST IN LINE in 2016 following the passing of...

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PAUL DI'ANNO Documentary Director WES ORSHOSKI: IRON MAIDEN Was 'Super Cool' During Making Of Film

On the latest episode of "The David Ellefson Show", hosted by former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson and David's co-host Joshua Toomey, director Wes Orshoski spoke about his new documentary film "Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer" which chronicles how two IRON MAIDEN fans encounter the band's forme...