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NETFLIX On DEMON HUNTER's Lawsuit Over 'KPop Demon Hunters' Trademark: 'These Allegations Are Without Merit'

Netflix has released a statement in response to a lawsuit filed by the Christian metal band DEMON HUNTER (pictured) over the use of the "KPop Demon Hunters" name. The lawsuit was filed Tuesday (August 18) by Hyde Lane, the corporate entity for DEMON HUNTER, against Netflix, Netflix Studios and AEG P...

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NITA STRAUSS Returns For Seventh Season Performing With LOS ANGELES RAMS; To Be Joined By Husband JOSH VILLALTA On Drums

Guitarist Nita Strauss is returning to the stage this weekend to kick off her seventh season performing at Los Angeles Rams NFL games, continuing one of the most recognizable partnerships between rock music and professional sports. This season also brings some extra energy as Josh Villalta — Strauss...

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Watch: DOWN Performs New Single 'Blood Oath' Live For First Time

American heavy metal icons DOWN played their new single, "Blood Oath", live for the first time during their headlining concert Wednesday night (August 19) at the House Of Blues in Cleveland, Ohio. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below. Released on August 19, "Blood Oath" is taken fro...

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SNOT Signs Record Deal With BLKIIBLK; New Studio Album Coming In Summer 2027

BLKIIBLK, the heavy metal imprint of Frontiers Label Group, has announced the signing of legendary California punk-metal pioneers SNOT to a worldwide recording deal. One of the most influential cult bands to emerge from the late-'90s heavy music explosion, SNOT is currently writing and recording its...

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KING 810 Announces New Album 'La Grande Mort Or Silence Of God'

KING 810 is knocking at the door once again. The Flint, Michigan heavy music outliers will unleash their new full-length album, "La Grande Mort Or Silence Of God", on November 27. It not only serves as the band's fourth full-length offering of original new material in 18 months, but you also could c...

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ANTHRAX And DIXXON FLANNEL CO. Join Forces To Celebrate 'Persistence Of Time'

Dixxon Flannel Co., in collaboration with legendary metal band ANTHRAX, is celebrating 36 years of "Persistence Of Time" with a limited-edition bamboo inspired by the album. "Persistence Of Time"'s earthy album artwork is reworked into the plaid of the bamboo, and ANTHRAX's unmistakable black logo i...

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Former SYMPHONY X Bassist THOMAS MILLER Announces Debut Album From Solo Project LAZARUS EFFECT

Sensory Records has announced the compelling eponymous debut from THOMAS MILLER'S LAZARUS EFFECT, the new venture from the former founding SYMPHONY X bassist. Thomas Miller started his music career in central New Jersey and played in numerous cover and original bands influenced by progressive bands...

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JACK OSBOURNE Confirms 2027 OZZFEST Will Be One-Day Event: 'We're Gonna Announce The Main Headliner' In The Next Couple Of Weeks

During an August 19 appearance on SiriusXM's Page Six Radio, Ozzy Osbourne's son Jack Osbourne once again discussed the long-awaited return of Ozzfest. Asked what it has been like putting together next year's Ozzfest, which will take place at Villa Park, the home ground of the Aston Villa Football C...

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DOWN Announces New Album 'Volume V', Shares 'Blood Oath' Single

American heavy metal icons DOWN will unleash their long-awaited new studio album, "Volume V", on November 20 via Nuclear Blast Records. DOWN was never just a band. It's a brotherhood rooted in childhood friendships that have endured for decades. It's an homage to the city of New Orleans, Louisiana....

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Christian Metal Band DEMON HUNTER Sues NETFLIX Over 'KPop Demon Hunters' Trademark

Christian metal band DEMON HUNTER has filed a lawsuit against Netflix and AEG Presents, alleging trademark infringement and unfair competition over the use of the "KPop Demon Hunters" name. According to Complex, the group, through its corporation Hyde Lane, filed a trademark lawsuit on Tuesday (Augu...

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ZZ TOP Drummer FRANK BEARD Dead At 77

Frank Beard, ZZ TOP's drummer for the past 56 years, has died at the age of 77. He was in hospice care when he passed away on August 17 at his ranch in Richmond, Texas with family members at his side. In early August, Beard dropped off ZZ TOP's "The Big One!" tour due to health issues, with ZZ TOP g...

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BAD WOLVES To Join SKILLET On Fall 2026 Tour

BAD WOLVES issued their new single and music video "Paint It Red" via Better Noise Music at the top of the summer. It served as the band's first release of 2026 and the opening salvo for new singer Sara "Killboy" Skinner, who made her fiery debut as the band's new vocalist with the track. Today, BAD...

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DANKO JONES Doesn't Really Believe All Of His Band's Songs Sound The Same: 'The References' In The Music 'Are Really Varied And Very Particular'

In a new interview with Kati Rausch of Music Interview Corner, DANKO JONES's namesake frontman was asked about his previous comment that all of the band's songs "sound the same". He clarified (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "That's just a joke. Obviously, I don't believe that. I don't really r...

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ANTHRAX's SCOTT IAN Reflects On 'Heartbreaking' Decision To Fire JOEY BELLADONNA In 1992: 'In Hindsight, I Was Wrong'

During an appearance on the latest episode of Naked Lunch, a weekly podcast hosted by "Somebody Feed Phil" creator Phil Rosenthal and bestselling author and journalist David Wild, ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian reflected on the band's original split with singer Joey Belladonna and decision to replace h...

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WEDNESDAY 13 On Upcoming Collaboration With JOHN 5: 'It Couldn't Be A Better Thing For Me To Do'

In a new interview with Neil Jones of TotalRock, Wednesday 13 spoke about the recent announcement that he will team up with John 5 and the legendary guitarist's solo band, THE CREATURES, for the summer/fall 2027 touring season. This is the first time John's band will include a singer and to mark the...