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JOE ELLIOTT Was 'Very Sad' To See DAVID COVERDALE's Retirement Announcement, But Says It Was 'Kind Of Expected'

Joe Elliott paid tribute to David Coverdale on the DEF LEPPARD singer's Planet Rock show on Saturday (November 22),just days after the WHITESNAKE leader announced he was retiring from performing. Commenting on his friend's decision to call it a day, Joe said: "Okay, so hands up if, like me just a f...

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SEX PISTOLS Featuring FRANK CARTER Announce '50 Years Of Punk' Celebration Shows For Summer 2026

Punk titans SEX PISTOLS featuring Frank Carter have announced headline shows for summer 2026, marking 50 years of punk. The original members of the PISTOLS — Steve Jones, Paul Cook and Glen Matlock — will be joined by frontman Frank Carter for headline shows at The Piece Hall, Halifax (Saturday, Jul...

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RICK WAKEMAN Is 'Doing Really Well' After Undergoing 'Corrective' Brain Surgery

YES keyboard legend Rick Wakeman says that he is "doing really well" after undergoing "corrective" brain surgery last week to address some of the "health issues" that forced the postponement of his 2025 U.S. tour. In a message posted to his official web site, Wakeman wrote: "As many of you may be aw...

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GOJIRA's JOSEPH DUPLANTIER Undergoes 'Minor' Hand Surgery, Is Unable To Play Guitar On Upcoming French Tour

Guitarist/vocalist Joseph Duplantier of French progressive metallers GOJIRA has revealed that he recently underwent "minor surgery" on his right hand, rendering him unable to play guitar on the band's upcoming tour of France. As a result of his injury, he and his bandmates have hired Greg Kubacki of...

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ANGRA To Reunite With KIKO LOUREIRO, EDU FALASCHI And AQUILES PRIESTER For 2026 BANGERS OPEN AIR Performance

Brazilian metallers ANGRA will stage a reunion of the band's "Rebirth" lineup at the 2026 edition of the Bangers Open Air festival on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Memorial da América Latina in São Paulo. In addition to a performance by ANGRA's current lineup, fans will witness the long-awaited reunion...

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FIREWIND Announces New Record Deal With BLKIIBLK

BLKIIBLK has announced the signing of Greek power metal band FIREWIND. Led by guitar virtuoso Gus G., FIREWIND has evolved into a powerhouse band with a devoted international fanbase and a string of acclaimed albums. As the band enter this exciting new era, FIREWIND also announce major lineup update...

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DON DOKKEN Clarifies His 'Retirement' Comment: 'What I Meant Was We're Gonna Slow Down'

In a new interview with Robert Edwards of Talkin' Bout Rock, Don Dokken spoke about the possibility of making a new EP with some of the other members of the classic DOKKEN lineup, including guitarist George Lynch and bassist Jeff Pilson. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Yeah, we talked...

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NIKKI SIXX Says VINCE NEIL 'Sounded Solid And Badass' During MÖTLEY CRÜE's Latest Las Vegas Residency

MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx says that Vince Neil "sounded solid and badass" during the band's recent return to the stage in Las Vegas. The residency shows at Dolby Live at Park MGM had initially been set for spring but were rescheduled after Neil revealed he had suffered a stroke last Christmas....

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Former SLIPKNOT Drummer JAY WEINBERG Releases Debut Solo Single 'Sandstone' Feat. DEAFHEAVEN's GEORGE CLARKE

Former SLIPKNOT and current SUICIDAL TENDENCIES drummer Jay Weinberg has released his debut solo single, "Sandstone". The official visualizer for the track, co-directed by Aubrey McCoy and Liam Stewart, can be seen below. "Sandstone", which features guest vocals from DEAFHEAVEN frontman George Clark...

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Ex-WHITESNAKE Guitarist STEVE VAI Pays Tribute To DAVID COVERDALE Following Retirement Announcement: 'You're A Class Act'

Steve Vai has commented on WHITESNAKE singer David Coverdale's announcement that he is hanging up his "platform shoes and skin-tight jeans" following his legendary 50-plus year Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame career. The iconic guitarist, who had a brief tenure in WHITESNAKE more than three decades ago,...

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CHEAP TRICK Shares Short Film About October 2025 Return To Tokyo's Budokan

Legendary rockers CHEAP TRICK returned to the iconic Budokan in Tokyo, Japan on October 1, 2025. The eight-and-a-half-minute short film below captures the beautiful bond shared by CHEAP TRICK, the country of Japan and the band's incredible Japanese fans — a bond as alive today as it was in 1978 when...

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MR. BIG's PAUL GILBERT Channels GEORGE WASHINGTON's Rules Of Civility On New Album 'WROC'

The technical chameleon and guitar virtuoso Paul Gilbert has announced his new album, "WROC", which will be released on February 27, 2026 via Music Theories Recordings. To celebrate, he has revealed the music video for "Go Not Thither", which you can watch below. "WROC", which stands for "Washington...

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ATREYU Shares Striking Music Video For Latest Single 'Dead'

ATREYU has shared a striking music video for the band's latest single "Dead", a powerful visual companion to the group's first release in over two years. Known for its signature blend of crushing riffs, soaring melodies, and emotionally charged lyrics, ATREYU continues to push the boundaries of meta...

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More Than 160 Bands, Including GUNS N' ROSES And FOO FIGHTERS, Announced For 2026 Edition Of WELCOME TO ROCKVILLE Festival

Following a record-breaking event in 2025, Welcome To Rockville returns to Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida on May 7-10, 2026 for its biggest year yet. Festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents is proud to unleash the full music lineup for the event's 15th year. GUNS N' ROSES a...

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It's Official: SLIPKNOT Sells Stake In Catalog To HARBOURVIEW

According to The Hollywood Reporter, SLIPKNOT has completed a deal to sell its music catalog. The deal — which is said to be worth approximately $120 million — between members of the long-running metal band and HarbourView Equity Partners includes the rights to SLIPKNOT's publishing and recording ma...