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MIKE PORTNOY Says He Is 'Always Open' To Playing With DREAM THEATER Again

In a new interview with Ollie Winiberg of "The Heavy Hooks Show", founding DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy was asked if he would consider playing a one-off show as a 'hired gun" with his former bandmates to celebrate their 40th anniversary in 2025. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET...

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DREAM THEATER's Concert In Oulu, Finland Canceled For 'Security Reasons'

According to Ilta-Sanomat, DREAM THEATER's concert in Oulu, Finland on Friday (February 3) was canceled a short time before the show was supposed to start. Ticketmaster, which was responsible for the event's ticket sales, announced the cancelation via a message sent to those who purchased the ticket...

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SCOTT STAPP 'Will Take The Blame' For CREED's Original Split

During an appearance on the latest episode of the "Net Positive With John Crist" podcast, Scott Stapp reflected on CREED's original split nearly 20 years ago. When the band's breakup was originally announced in June 2004, CREED said that personal issues, mostly between Stapp and the rest of the grou...

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Watch: KINGDOM COME Performs With SLAUGHTER Drummer BLAS ELIAS In Las Vegas

The RocknForever1 YouTube channel has uploaded video of KINGDOM COME's February 3 concert at Count's Vamp'd in Las Vegas, Nevada. Check out the clips below. The KINGDOM COME lineup for the Vegas show included classic members Rick Steier (guitar) Danny Stag (guitar) and Johnny B. Frank (bass),a...

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REO SPEEDWAGON Announces New Keyboardist

REO SPEEDWAGON has recruited Derek Hilland as the replacement for keyboardist and founding member Neal Doughty, who left the band last month. On Thursday (February 2),REO SPEEDWAGON singer Kevin Cronin released the following statement via social media: "Hi friends, those of you who have caught any...

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Here Is The First Official Photo Of MÖTLEY CRÜE's New Lineup

John 5 has taken to social media to share the first official photo of MÖTLEY CRÜE's new lineup, taken by legendary rock photographer Ross Halfin. Check out his post below. MÖTLEY CRÜE held its first rehearsal with the former ROB ZOMBIE and MARILYN MANSON guitarist on January 23 in preparation for th...

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SUFFOCATION Announces April/May 2023 'The Warmth Within The Dark' European Tour

New York death metal pioneers SUFFOCATION have announced a 2023 European tour called "The Warmth Within The Dark". Tickets go on sale Monday, February 6 at 11 a.m. CET. Tour dates: April 21 - Latvia, Riga @ Melna Piektdiena April 22 - Estonia, Tallinn @ Club Tapper April 23 - Finland, Jyväskylä @ Lu...

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KINGDOM COME Singer Says JAMES KOTTAK's 'Health Situations' Have 'Really Been Affecting His Playing'

KINGDOM COME singer Keith St. John, who joined the band in 2018 as the replacement for original frontman Lenny Wolf, spoke to Chris Akin Presents about the absence of drummer James Kottak from some of the group's recent shows. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "James Kottak has had some...

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JOE BONAMASSA Announces New Live Album 'Tales Of Time'

Three-time Grammy-nominated guitarist and 25-time Billboard chart topper Joe Bonamassa has announced "Tales Of Time", a sprawling and expansive live concert film and album featuring material from his latest No. 1 studio album, "Time Clocks". Filmed at the breathtaking Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Color...

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Life Of Late METALLICA Bassist CLIFF BURTON To Be Celebrated With Virtual Event On What Would Have Been His 61st Birthday

This year is the sixth annual Cliff Burton Day, as officially declared by Cliff's hometown of Castro Valley and the greater Alameda County. Continuing with tradition, host Nicholas Gomez will speak with Cliff's family and friends, about their personal memories and cherished time with Cliff. These st...

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IRON MAIDEN, RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE And SOUNDGARDEN Among Nominees For ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME 2023 Induction

IRON MAIDEN, RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE and SOUNDGARDEN are among the nominees for the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame's Class Of 2023. According to Rolling Stone, the top vote-getters will be announced in May and inducted in the fall. "This remarkable list of Nominees reflects the diverse artists and musi...

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BLACK STONE CHERRY Shares Music Video For New Single 'Out Of Pocket'

Kentucky rockers BLACK STONE CHERRY have released the official music video for their new single, "Out Of Pocket". Check it out below. Speaking about the new track, BLACK STONE CHERRY frontman Chris Robertson said: "'Out Of Pocket' is a song born out of that exact feeling. The song was what I persona...

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JOHN 5 Reveals His Guitar Rig For Upcoming MÖTLEY CRÜE Tour

John 5 has taken to social media to share the complete guitar rig that he will be using his upcoming tour as the guitarist for MÖTLEY CRÜE. In the clip, which can be seen below, the former ROB ZOMBIE and MARILYN MANSON guitarist can be seen showing off a variety of Floyd Rose-equipped Fender Telecas...

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SEVENDUST's LAJON WITHERSPOON Completes Another Writing Session For Solo Album

SEVENDUST frontman Lajon Witherspoon has completed another songwriting session for his long-in-the-works debut solo album. On Sunday (January 29),Lajon shared a few photos and a video from the studio and he included the following message: "Always a great time in Nashville with great people. Another...

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Watch: VINCE NEIL Performs MÖTLEY CRÜE Classics In Coachella, California

The Fortheloveofrock YouTube channel has uploaded video of MÖTLEY CRÜE singer Vince Neil's solo concert this past Saturday night (January 28) at the Spotlight Showroom at the Spotlight 29 Casino in Coachella, California. Also appearing at the gig was RATT frontman Stephen Pearcy who performed w...