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DAN LILKER's Biography 'Perpetual Conversion' Receives Second-Edition Release

The second edition of the definitive Dan Lilker biography "Perpetual Conversion: 30 Years & Counting In The Life Of Metal Veteran Dan Lilker" was officially released ten years to the day of its first edition, on Lilker's 60th birthday, October 18, 2024, by smoke.grind.sleep Publishing. Born Dani...

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OPETH's FREDRIK ÅKESSON On 'The Last Will And Testament': 'This Album Is Special To Me'

In a new interview with Taylor Max TV, OPETH guitarist Fredrik Åkesson spoke about the band's upcoming album, "The Last Will And Testament", which will be made available on November 22 via Reigning Phoenix Music/Moderbolaget. Addressing his pre-release anticipation, he said (as transcribed by BLABBE...

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JEFF PILSON 'Would Not Be Surprised' If FOREIGNER Farewell Tour Continued 'Well Past 2025'

In a new interview with The Logan Show, FOREIGNER bassist Jeff Pilson addressed the fact that he and his bandmates are often dismissed as a glorified cover band, particularly since founding guitarist Mick Jones no longer regularly tours with the act. The only remaining original member of FOREIGNER,...

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OPETH's FREDRIK ÅKESSON Explains How Drummer WALTTERI VÄYRYNEN Landed Gig As Replacement For MARTIN 'AXE' AXENROT

In a new interview with Rock Antenne's David Loebe at Guitar Summit 2024, OPETH guitarist Fredrik Åkesson spoke about the September 2022 addition of drummer Waltteri Väyrynen (PARADISE LOST, BLOODBATH, BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT) to the group's ranks. Väyrynen replaced stand-in drummer Sami Karppinen who...

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LOU GRAMM Could Tell AXL ROSE Was 'Damaging His Vocal Cords Simply By The Way He Sang'

During an appearance on a recent episode of the GUNS N' ROSES-centric "Appetite for Distortion" podcast, original FOREIGNER frontman Lou Gramm was asked for his initial opinion of Axl Rose's voice when he first heard GUNS N' ROSES' music. Lou responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I though...

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GARY HOLT, DAVID ELLEFSON And ERIC 'A.K.' KNUTSON Among 2025 EXTREME MUSIC AWARDS Presenters

Albany, New York's annual music event the Extreme Music Awards is gaining more momentum. What started as a way to honor local musicians has now grown to attract some of the biggest names in heavy music. The stage is set for January 11, 2025 at the Capital District's premier music venue, Empire Live,...

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ANTHRAX's FRANK BELLO Resumes Recording Bass Tracks For Band's Long-Awaited New Album

ANTHRAX's Frank Bello has returned to Dave Grohl's Studio 606 in Northridge, California to resume recording the bass tracks for the band's long-awaited follow-up to 2016's "For All Kings" album. On Friday (November 1),Bello took to his Instagram to share a photo from the studio, and he included the...

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Original GRIM REAPER Members To Perform Together For First Time In More Than 30 Years To Celebrate STEVE GRIMMETT's Life

The life of one of Swindon's most famous residents will be celebrated heavy metal style at the Wings Of Angels festival on Saturday, November 23. Steve Grimmett, producer, songwriter and lead singer of the internationally renowned metal band GRIM REAPER, will be remembered at the one-day event, name...

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See OPETH Perform In Los Angeles During Fall 2024 North American Tour

TheRealConcertKing has uploaded video of OPETH's entire October 30 concert at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California. Check out the clips below. OPETH's setlist was as follows: 01. §1 02. The Leper Affinity 03. The Grand Conjuration 04. Demon Of The Fall 05. Eternal Rains Will Come 06. In My T...

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DYLAN GERS, Son Of IRON MAIDEN Guitarist JANICK GERS, Releases New Solo Single 'White Swan'

Dylan Gers, the son of IRON MAIDEN guitarist Janick Gers, has released a new single, "White Swan", through independent record label Sly-Tone. Written and solely performed by Dylan, with the exception of Noah Yorke, the son of RADIOHEAD frontman Thom Yorke, who drums on the track, it is a riff-driven...

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See OPETH Perform In Denver During Fall 2024 North American Tour

Rock & Metal From The Front Row has uploaded video of OPETH's October 27 concert at the Mission Ballroom in Denver, Colorado. Check out the clips below. OPETH's setlist for the show was as follows: 01. §1 02. The Leper Affinity 03. The Grand Conjuration 04. Demon Of The Fall 05. Eternal Rains Wi...

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LOU GRAMM Reflects On FOREIGNER's ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Induction: It 'Was Just Unbelievable'

In a new interview with 13WHAM ABC Rochester's "ARC Rochester", Lou Gramm spoke about what it was like for FOREIGNER to finally get inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame on October 19. Lou, keyboardist Al Greenwood and bassist Rick Wills were present to accept the award, while Mick Jones and...

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IAN HILL On Key To JUDAS PRIEST's Longevity: 'It's Love For One Another'

In a new interview with Matt Zaniboni of Metal Express Radio, JUDAS PRIEST bassist Ian Hill was asked what has been the key to the longevity of the band. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think going back to those early days, it's the things that we went through to get where we a...

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FOREIGNER Extends Farewell Tour; Original Members To Join Band At Select Shows

FOREIGNER has decided to extend its farewell tour and include a celebration of the band's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction. Original band members will join them at select shows starting with FOREIGNER's sold-out three-week fall residency at the Venetian, Las Vegas. Both Rick Wills and Al Greenw...

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Watch: FOREIGNER Officially Inducted Into ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME

FOREIGNER was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame on Saturday night (October 19). Original singer Lou Gramm, keyboardist Al Greenwood and bassist Rick Wills were present to accept the award, while Mick Jones and Dennis Elliott sat out the ceremony. (Jones's daughter, Annabelle Dexter-Jones,...