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K.K. DOWNING Explains How Guitar Playing In JUDAS PRIEST Was 'Lopsided' Compared To That In KK'S PRIEST

In a new interview with Joe Rock of the WBAB radio station, former JUDAS PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing spoke about the musical chemistry between him and his KK'S PRIEST bandmate, guitarist A.J. Mills. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've known A.J. since he was in [a band called HOSTI...

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K.K. DOWNING Talks About Evolution From Early Rock To Modern Heavy Metal

In a new interview with The Times, original JUDAS PRIEST and current KK'S PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing was asked what he thinks makes metalheads unique. He responded: "It's just getting into those bands that evolved, that took music from blues and progressive blues in the late '60s and early '70s....

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Watch MARTY FRIEDMAN's Entire Houston Concert As Support Act For JOHN 5

The DeadMike.com YouTube channel has uploaded video of Marty Friedman's entire February 23 concert at the White Oak Music Hall in Houston, Texas as the support act for John 5's early 2024 tour with the MÖTLEY CRÜE guitarist's solo band THE CREATURES. Check out the clips in the YouTube playlist...

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New MEGADETH Guitarist TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI: 'I Never Thought Something Like This Would Happen To Me'

In a new interview with Guitar World magazine, guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari spoke about his addition to MEGADETH. The 37-year-old Finnish musician stepped in last September for MEGADETH's longtime axeman Kiko Loureiro, who announced earlier that month that he would sit out the next leg of MEGADETH's "...

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EXHORDER's KYLE THOMAS: 'I Think It's A Good Thing PANTERA Is Back In Business'

In a new interview with the "Scars And Guitars" podcast, vocalist Kyle Thomas of New Orleans-based thrash metal pioneers EXHORDER once again spoke about his band's supposed influence on PANTERA's decision to move from a power metal act to a more aggressive form of thrash. Asked if he still gets ques...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Blasts Musicians Who Think They're 'Better Than Other People': 'We're All The Same'

In a new interview with Carmen Coronado of Monterrey Rock, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine was asked about the critical and fan response to the band's latest album, 2022's "The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!" He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, it's been very well received. It was suc...

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JOHN CAMPBELL: 'There Will Definitely Be A New LAMB OF GOD Record'

In a new interview with "RRBG" podcast, LAMB OF GOD bassist John Campbell spoke about the band's plans for the follow-up to 2022's "Omens" album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We're gonna put out some records on the same rough schedule that we always do. We put out a record, tour th...

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ANDERS FRIDÉN Praises IN FLAMES' Current Lineup: 'We Never Sounded Better'

In a new interview with Rolling Stone India, Anders Fridén, frontman of Swedish melodic metallers IN FLAMES, spoke about the band's latest three additions: Tanner Wayne on drums, Chris Broderick on guitar and Liam Wilson on bass. Asked what it is like bringing different people into the band, even if...

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LION'S SHARE Releases New Single And Video 'Live Forever'

Swedish heavy metal band LION'S SHARE has made a new song, "Live Forever", available on streaming services and digital service providers. LION'S SHARE singer Nils Patrik Johansson commented: "This song is truly about how you can stand up for yourself while still being someone who cares for others. I...

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WITHERING SCORN Feat. Former MEGADETH, FATES WARNING Members: Second Album In The Works

WITHERING SCORN, the new band featuring former MEGADETH drummer Shawn Drover and his brother, and fellow ex-MEGADETH member, Glen Drover, along with former FATES WARNING bassist Joe DiBiase and German singer Henning Basse, who has previously played with FIREWIND, METALIUM and MAYAN, has commenced wo...

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GUS G. On Being Approached To Audition For MEGADETH: 'That Was A Discussion That Basically Didn't Go Anywhere'

In a new interview with The Logan Show, Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G., who spent eight years as a hired gun in Ozzy Osbourne's solo band, confirmed that he was approached about auditioning for MEGADETH in late 2014. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "What happened was [then-MEGADETH bassi...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Is 'Preparing' To Start Writing Next MEGADETH Album: 'I Feel Like I Still Have The Mojo In My Hands'

In a new interview with Mexico's OsvAlex Comunicación, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine was asked if there are any plans for him to work on a new album once he and his bandmates have finished touring in support of 2022's "The Sick, The Dying... And The Dead!" He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUT...

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DAVE MUSTAINE: TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI Is The 'Right' Guitarist For MEGADETH

In a new interview with Brazil's A Rádio Rock, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine spoke about the band's new guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari. The 37-year-old Finnish musician stepped in last September for MEGADETH's longtime axeman Kiko Loureiro, who announced earlier that month that he would sit out the next...

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ACCEPT Teases Music Video For Title Track Of Upcoming 'Humanoid' Album

Legendary German/American heavy metal titans ACCEPT have shared a short teaser for "Humanoid", the title track of their upcoming album. The single and video will be made available on February 28. Due on April 26, 2024 via Napalm Records, the LP was once again produced, recorded, mixed and mastered b...

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DAVID ELLEFSON: GEDDY LEE's Memoir Is 'One Of The Greatest Books Ever Written'

Former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson has praised RUSH bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee's memoir, "My Effin' Life", calling it "one of the greatest books ever written". Released last November via HarperCollins, "My Effin' Life" explores not only Geddy's decades with RUSH, but growing up as the son of two...