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LAMB OF GOD's RANDY BLYTHE: 'Young People Need To Become Politically Aware, Politically Engaged In The Process'

In a recent interview with Chile's Rockaxis TV, LAMB OF GOD frontman Randy Blythe was asked if the current state of the world inspired the lyrics on the band's latest album, "Into Oblivion", which came out on March 13 via Epic in the U.S. and Century Media in Europe. He said (as transcribed by BLABB...

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Watch: BLACK SABBATH's GEEZER BUTLER Joins Push To Rehome Beagles From Ridglan Farms In Wisconsin

The Center For A Humane Economy announced on Tuesday (May 12) that, with its rescue partners, it will remove another 500 beagles this week in Wisconsin from Ridglan Farms. When complete, this will conclude a 14-day process of removing 1,500 dogs from the laboratory animal supplier. These actions are...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: 'I Don't Think People Should Listen To Celebrities About How They Should Vote'

In a new interview with Chile's Teletrece, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine was asked about the inspiration for his lyrics for the song "Holy Wars... The Punishment Due" and how they relate to the ongoing U.S.-Israel war with Iran. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I'm a songwriter, a...

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MUDVAYNE's CHAD GRAY Is 'Certainly Not Opposed' To Releasing New Solo Music

In a new interview with Jesea Lee, MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH frontman Chad Gray spoke about his recently launched "30 Years Of Madness" series of live appearances. The first gig, which took place on April 24 at the Fremont Country Club in Las Vegas, Nevada, saw Gray backed by HELLYEAH guitarist Christia...

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SHARON And JACK OSBOURNE To Discuss OZZY OSBOURNE's Legacy And Future Of OSBOURNE Brand At LICENSING EXPO 2026

Informa Markets' Licensing Expo, the world's most influential event for licensing, brand extension, and IP collaboration, today announced that Sharon Osbourne and Jack Osbourne will appear for an exclusive fireside chat at Licensing Expo 2026, taking place May 19 through 21 at the Mandalay Bay Conve...

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GENE SIMMONS Regrets Not Staging An Intervention For ACE FREHLEY Decades Ago: 'It Was A Stupid And Shameful Decision On All Our Parts'

In a new interview with the Inside Of You With Michael Rosenbaum podcast, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons was asked if he had any "good conversations" with late KISS guitarist Ace Frehley before Ace died last October at the age of 74. Gene responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's bee...

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WILLIAM SHATNER Recruits Ex-SLAYER Drummer DAVE LOMBARDO For Upcoming All-Star Heavy Metal Album

William Shatner is stepping into heavier territory than ever before, launching a new metal album that pairs his unmistakable voice and fearless creative energy with a lineup of major rock and metal talent. Bold, unexpected and built for maximum impact, the project is already shaping up to be one of...

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BAD RELIGION's JAY BENTLEY: It's 'Depressing' That Some Of The Band's Lyrics Are As Relevant As Ever Four Decades After They Were Written

In a new interview with Pancho Reinoso of Chile's Sonar FM radio station, bassist Jay Bentley of punk rock legends BAD RELIGION was asked if fans should be "happy or depressed" about the fact that some of the band's lyrics are "more relevant than ever" now, nearly four decades after they were origin...

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Watch: MUDVAYNE And HELLYEAH Frontman CHAD GRAY Plays First '30 Years Of Madness' Solo Show In Las Vegas

MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH frontman Chad Gray kicked off his "30 Years Of Madness" series of live appearances Friday night (April 24) at the Fremont Country Club in Las Vegas, Nevada. Backing Gray at the show were HELLYEAH guitarist Christian Brady and MUDVAYNE touring guitarist Marcus Raffety, along wit...

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JAY BENTLEY: Next BAD RELIGION Album 'Has To Be Pretty Concise About What We Wanna Put Out There'

In a new interview with Chile's Sonar FM radio station, bassist Jay Bentley of punk rock legends BAD RELIGION was asked about a possible follow-up to the band's "Age Of Unreason" album, which came out in 2019. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Me and Brett [Gurewitz, BAD RELIGION g...

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BILLY CORGAN Lands Major TV Deal For NATIONAL WRESTLING ALLIANCE

Billy Corgan, frontman of the Grammy Award-winning iconic rock band THE SMASHING PUMPKINS and president of the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA),has announced a new TV deal that opens a ground-breaking new chapter for the hallowed and influential wrestling organization. "NWA Powerrr", their flagshi...

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THE BLACK CROWES To Headline Intimate Concert For SiriusXM In Austin

SiriusXM today announced that THE BLACK CROWES will take the stage alongside WHISKEY MYERS for an exclusive SiriusXM concert on Saturday, May 16 at ACL Live at 3TEN in Austin, Texas before they kick off their "Southern Hospitality" tour. "SiriusXM Presents The Black Crowes" will feature the Grammy A...

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BILLY CORGAN: 'I Patently Refuse To Use A.I. In My Music Creation'

In a new interview with the And The Writer Is... podcast, SMASHING PUMPKINS leader Billy Corgan spoke about how artificial intelligence (A.I.) music generators are becoming surprisingly advanced, with programs such as Suno, Udio and other generative audio systems now able to create songs that sound...

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JON SCHAFFER Explains How His 'Relationship With Jesus Christ' Helped Him Navigate Through Aftermath Of His Involvement In U.S. Capitol Riot

During a three-hour appearance on the latest episode of the Iblis Manifestations podcast, ICED EARTH founder and guitarist Jon Schaffer discussed his involvement in the January 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol. In October 2024, Schaffer was sentenced to three years of probation and 120 hours of comm...

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ICED EARTH's JON SCHAFFER Confirms He Will Release New Music: 'But It's Gonna Happen On My Timeline'

In a new interview with the Brutally Delicious podcast, ICED EARTH's founding guitarist Jon Schaffer, whose band effectively split up after he was arrested for his involvement in the January 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol, was asked if there are any plans for him to release new music in the not-to...