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LOU GRAMM: 'The Rock That's In The Charts Right Now Is Not Of My Liking. I Don't Even Know If I Would Call It Rock.'

In a new interview with Barry Robinson of Classic Album Review, original FOREIGNER singer Lou Gramm was asked to weigh in on KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons's comment that "rock is dead.". Lou said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "Well, the rock that's in the charts right now is not of my...

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DEF LEPPARD Announces Massive 2027 North American Tour With GOO GOO DOLLS And THE STRUTS

Global icons and Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductees DEF LEPPARD have announced the most anticipated tour of 2027, with four-time Grammy-nominated band GOO GOO DOLLS and very special guests THE STRUTS. The 45-date trek kicks off on March 2 and runs through July 2, making stops in all major markets...

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ZEBRA To Release Long-Awaited New Studio Album, 'V', In November; First Single, 'Walk With You', Was Co-Written By PAUL STANLEY

ZEBRA, the legendary power trio consisting of lead guitarist/vocalist Randy Jackson, bassist/keyboardist Felix Hanemann and drummer Guy Gelso, will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year with the release of its long-awaited new studio album. Due on November 13, 2026 via Flatiron Recordings, "V" wi...

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78-Year-Old ALICE COOPER Once Again Rules Out Retirement: 'I Can't Think Of A Better Job'

In a new interview with The Telegraph's Mick Brown, legendary rocker Alice Cooper, who turned 78 in February, was once again asked about the possibility of retirement. The singer, who was born Vincent Damon Furnier, responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Of course, Alice is a fictitious ch...

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JAY JAY FRENCH On TWISTED SISTER's Absence From ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME: 'We Don't Get The Respect We Should Get'

In a new interview with The Mistress Carrie Podcast, hosted by "Mistress Carrie" Sarao, TWISTED SISTER guitarist Jay Jay French was asked about his band's absence from the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, especially since the institution prioritizes musical influence, innovation and career impact over pu...

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GENE SIMMONS: 'You Will Not Be Able To Hold The A.I. Wall Back. To Avoid It, You're Gonna Be Left Behind'

During an appearance on the latest episode of Lisa Guerrero Unleashed, the podcast hosted by award-winning investigative journalist, keynote speaker, actor and producer Lisa Guerrero, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons was asked for his take on artificial intelligence (A.I.) in music. He responded (...

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'Decline Of Western Civilization' Director Says W.A.S.P.'s BLACKIE LAWLESS 'Was Too Cool To Participate' In The Film

In a new interview with Michael Moynihan of The Moynihan Report, documentary filmmaker Penelope Spheeris once again spoke about the infamous scene in her "The Decline Of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years" movie in which then-W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes can be seen guzzling vodka in h...

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AC/DC, FOO FIGHTERS, LENNY KRAVITZ, SLASH Featured In 30-Year Retrospective From Music Photographer SCARLET PAGE

Legendary music photographer Scarlet Page has spent more than three decades capturing music legends live on stage. On the road with the FOO FIGHTERS, in Robbie Williams's dressing room, in the pit at Glastonbury — Scarlet has built one of rock music photography's greatest live music archives. In her...

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GENE SIMMONS To Be Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award At IEBA 2026

IEBA (International Entertainment Buyers Association) will honor legendary musician, entrepreneur and KISS co-founder Gene Simmons with its Lifetime Achievement Award during the IEBA 2026 Honors & Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, October 6 at The Pinnacle Nashville. The ceremony will serve as the cul...

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Watch: STANLEY SIMMONS, Featuring Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS, Kicks Off First-Ever U.S. Tour In Dallas

STANLEY SIMMONS, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — kicked off its first-ever U.S. tour last night (Monday, September 14) at Three Links Deep Ellum in Dallas, Texas. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen...

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KISS Announces Massive 50th-Anniversary Super-Deluxe Edition Of 'Rock And Roll Over'

KISS will release a super-deluxe edition of "Rock And Roll Over", the band's fifth studio album, on November 6. "Rock And Roll Over"'s 50th anniversary is celebrated with a comprehensive super deluxe edition box set showcasing a 4CD and Blu-ray Audio experience, including 130 total tracks with 100 t...

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STEVEN WILSON Announces 'Requiem For A Village' Album, Shares Title Track

Six-times-Grammy Award-nominated musician, songwriter and producer Steven Wilson has announced details of his forthcoming ninth studio album. "Requiem For A Village" arrives via Fiction Records on Friday, November 6. A wide array of formats will be available, including digitally, CD, Blu-ray, 140g t...

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ROBERT PLANT And SAVING GRACE: 'All That Glitters...' EP To Receive Digital Release In October

Robert Plant and his new band SAVING GRACE have released the official video for the song "Two Coats", from the EP "Saving Grace: All That Glitters..." , due digitally on October 9 via Nonesuch Records. "Saving Grace: All That Glitters..." was previously made available as a vinyl EP on Record Store...

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GENE SIMMONS Opens Up About ACE FREHLEY's Death, Current Relationship With PETER CRISS: 'PETER's Always Considered Himself A Victim'

In a new interview with Michael Moynihan of The Moynihan Report, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons was asked how much of all the problems he and guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley had with the other original members of the band, guitarist Ace Frehley and drummer Peter Criss, were "money based". Gene r...

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GENE SIMMONS Says He Was 'Very Liberal' But He Wants 'Nothing To Do With' Democratic Party Now

During an appearance on Heretics, hosted by Andrew Gold, a long-form interview podcast that explores controversial topics and unconventional perspectives, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons addressed his recent claim that he had lost several performances with his solo band because he declined to spe...