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PAUL BOSTAPH On Rejoining SLAYER: 'Why Wouldn't I? I Missed It'
In a brand new interview with Alibi.com, SLAYER drummer Paul Bostaph was asked why decided to rejoin the band again in 2013 after previously leaving the group twice. He responded: "Why wouldn't I? I missed it. I love this style of music. I played with some other great bands, but this particular band...July 1, 2015
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HELLYEAH's CHAD GRAY: 'Heavy Metal Music Saved My Life'
California Rock News recently conducted an interview with HELLYEAH and MUDVAYNE frontman Chad Gray. You can now watch the chat below. A couple of excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On touring with SLAYER and KING DIAMOND as part of this summer's Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival:...July 1, 2015
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JOEY BELLADONNA Didn't Understand Why His Voice Wasn't Right For ANTHRAX During JOHN BUSH Era
"Somewhat Legendary" recently conducted an interview with ANTHRAX singer Joey Belladonna. You can now listen to the chat below. A couple of excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On whether there was ever any competition between ANTHRAX and the other "Big Four" bands (METALLICA, SLAYER a...July 1, 2015
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SLAYER's KERRY KING On 'Repentless': 'Some Of These Songs Are Classics Already'
SLAYER guitarist Kerry King says that he expects to get some flak from the band's followers for releasing a new studio album without two of SLAYER's founding members, but believes that "the die-hard fans are gonna love it." Due on September 11, SLAYER's new CD, "Repentless", will mark the band's fir...June 30, 2015
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SOULFLY: Lyric Video For New Song 'We Sold Our Souls To Metal'
SOULFLY's tenth studio album, "Archangel", will be released on August 14 via Nuclear Blast Entertainment. The CD was produced by Matt Hyde, who has previously worked with SLAYER and CHILDREN OF BODOM. The cover artwork was created by artist Eliran Kantor (TESTAMENT, ICED EARTH, SODOM) and can be see...June 30, 2015
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KERRY KING: One Of JEFF HANNEMAN's Last Decisions In SLAYER Was To Get PAUL BOSTAPH Back
SLAYER guitarist Kerry King says that the band's late axeman Jeff Hanneman played a major part in the group's decision to welcome back drummer Paul Bostaph following Dave Lombardo's exit more than two years ago. Lombardo was effectively fired from SLAYER after sitting out the band's Australian tour...June 30, 2015
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SLAYER: Video Footage Of 'Repentless' Performance From San Bernardino
Kanon Madness has uploaded video footage of SLAYER performing the title track of its forthcoming album, "Repentless", on June 27 at San Manuel Amphitheater in Devore, California as part of this year's Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. Check it out below. SLAYER's eleventh studio album, "Repentl...June 29, 2015
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EXODUS: Video Footage Of Manchester Concert
Fan-filmed video footage of EXODUS's June 25 performance at the Academy 3 in Manchester, England can be seen below. Guitarist Gary Holt was unable to join his EXODUS bandmates during the group's current European tour due to his commitments with SLAYER. Replacing him on the trek is HEATHEN's Kragen L...June 29, 2015
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Video: SLAYER Performs New Songs 'Repentless' And 'When The Stillness Comes' Live For First Time
SLAYER performed two new songs — "Repentless" and "When The Stillness Comes" — live for the first time at the opening show of this year's Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival on Friday, June 26 at Sleep Train Amphitheater in Chula Vista, California. Fan-filmed video footage of the concert can be se...June 28, 2015
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SLAYER's KERRY KING Says There Is A Lack Of Guitar Heroes In Today's Heavy Metal Scene
SLAYER's Kerry King says that there is a distinct lack of guitar heroes in the hard rock and heavy metal scene, with many of today's musicians lacking the "vibe" that is needed to inspire others. King, who co-founded SLAYER in 1981 with fellow guitarist Jeff Hanneman, bassist/vocalist Tom Araya and...June 28, 2015
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Video: EXODUS's TOM HUNTING And JACK GIBSON Jam At YAMAHA Studios
EXODUS drummer Tom Hunting and bassist Jack Gibson stopped by the Yamaha studio during the band's recent European tour and took part in a spontaneous jam. Jack played his custom-finished Yamaha BB Bass and Tom performed with his characteristic double bass set-up with a Yamaha Live Custom in "Emerald...June 27, 2015
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KERRY KING Wants To 'Make A Legit Offer' To GARY HOLT To Become Official SLAYER Band Member
In a brand new interview with OC Weekly, SLAYER's Kerry King was asked if there has been discussion about solidifying guitarist Gary Holt's presence in the band full-time at some point in the not-too-distant future. "That's something I definitely want to address sooner than later," Kerry said. "We j...June 27, 2015
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ALICE IN CHAINS' JERRY CANTRELL Says His Guest Appearance On New DEFTONES Album Came Together 'Pretty Easy'
DEFTONES frontman Chino Moreno spoke to U.K.'s Metal Hammer magazine about the band's forthcoming album, which is tentatively due on September 25. He stated about the CD's musical direction: "In a lot of ways, that's the hardest question. I feel like each album is a snapshot of a time and place of o...June 26, 2015
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PHILIP ANSELMO Says Reunited SUPERJOINT RITUAL Is Working On 'Four Or Five' New Songs
Former PANTERA singer Philip Anselmo spoke to RollingStone.com about his decision to take another stab at SUPERJOINT RITUAL after saying for years that he would never play with the band again. "When we were putting together the Housecore Horror And Film Fest Part II, my co-founder Corey Mitchell — m...June 26, 2015
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SLAYER's KING Says HANNEMAN's Song 'Piano Wire' Was Missing 'Some Pizzazz' Before Being Re-Recorded For 'Repentless'
SLAYER's eleventh studio album, "Repentless", which will be released on September 11 via Nuclear Blast, will include a re-recorded version of "Piano Wire", a previously unfinished song from the "World Painted Blood" sessions written by the band's late guitarist Jeff Hanneman. SLAYER guitarist Kerry...June 26, 2015
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