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KANSAS Vocalist RONNIE PLATT Diagnosed With Thyroid Cancer

KANSAS vocalist Ronnie Platt has revealed that he is battling cancer. As a result, the band has canceled two previously announced shows in Louisiana — in New Orleans on February 21 and Lake Charles on March 1. Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase. On Saturday, February 15, the 64-year-old P...

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P.O.D.'s SONNY SANDOVAL: 'I Believe God Created Us For More Than Just This Temporary Life'

In a new interview with Chuck Armstrong of Loudwire Nights, P.O.D. frontman Paul "Sonny" Sandoval spoke about his upcoming book, "Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds", in which he talks about walking a unique path between being in a world-famous rock band and his long-held faith as a born-a...

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HIRAX's KATON W. DE PENA Admits He Has Encountered Racism Within Metal Community: 'I Don't Let It Bother Me'

In a new interview with Rutgers University, vocalist Katon W. De Pena of California thrash metal veterans HIRAX was asked what his experience has been like as a black metal artist within the metal community. He responded: "For the most part, it has been an excellent experience. I have met people fro...

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DISTURBED To Release New Single 'I Will Not Break' This Friday

DISTURBED will release a new single, "I Will Not Break", on Friday, February 21. A short teaser for the track is available below. "I Will Not Break" was helmed by producer Drew Fulk (MOTIONLESS IN WHITE, LIL PEEP, HIGHLY SUSPECT),who previously worked with DISTURBED on 2022's "Divisive" album. Back...

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SCHMIER Fights Against Fascism And Misinformation On New DESTRUCTION Album, 'Birth Of Malice'

By David E. Gehlke The 2021 departure of founding member and guitarist Mike Sifringer has seemingly galvanized long-running, legendary German thrashers DESTRUCTION. It's not a reach to suggest that the band's modern era that began when vocalist/bassist Schmier Schirmer rejoined in 1999 has produced...

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BJÖRN 'SPEED' STRID Keeps The Nostalgia Coming With THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA

By David E. Gehlke Initially considered nothing more than the fun, AOR, 1970s-styled, retro side project of SOILWORK's Björn "Speed" Strid and David Andersson, along with ARCH ENEMY's Sharlee D'Angelo, THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA has turned into a band that few can resist — even those within metal's...

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FORBIDDEN To Enter Studio Next Week To Record First New Songs In A Decade And A Half

Resurrected San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal veterans FORBIDDEN will enter Sharkbite Studios in Oakland, California next week with engineer/co-producer Zack Ohren to record their first three new songs in a decade and a half. Guitarist Craig Locicero is collaborating on the material with the rest...

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Ex-FEAR FACTORY Singer BURTON C. BELL To Release Two New Singles Before The Summer

In a new interview with Australia's Heavy, former FEAR FACTORY frontman Burton C. Bell spoke about his plans for new music after issuing two singles in 2024 — "Anti-Droid" and "Technical Exorcism" — and a cover of RAMMSTEIN's "Du Hast" in 2023. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've had...

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JOHN LYDON Admits He Was 'Pissed Off' About SEX PISTOLS Touring With FRANK CARTER: 'It's Just Karaoke, Really'

John Lydon has blasted the other members of SEX PISTOLS for touring without him. After debuting with three fundraising nights at London's Bush Hall earlier in August 2024, SEX PISTOLS guitarist Steve Jones, drummer Paul Cook and bass player Glen Matlock (who was kicked out of the band's original lin...

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TED NUGENT To Celebrate 50th Anniversary of 'Stranglehold' With Limited Run Of Exclusive Gigs

Ted Nugent is celebrating the 50th anniversary of his iconic rock anthem "Stranglehold" with several exclusive "SpeakEzy Rockout" gigs where his inimitable sound — and attitude — will be on bold display. "The mighty American MotorCity soul music beast cannot be contained! We shall unleash the Ted Nu...

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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE's JESSE LEACH: I Wanted 'To Rediscover Myself As A Writer' On 'This Consequence' Album

In a new interview with United Rock Nations, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE singer Jesse Leach spoke about the band's upcoming album, "This Consequence", which due on February 21, 2025 via Metal Blade. "This Consequence" is KILLSWITCH ENGAGE's ninth LP overall, and sixth with Leach, who rejoined the band in 2012...

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CRADLE OF FILTH's DANI FILTH: 'I Owe It To My Brethren In Metal And Music Not To Have A F***ing SPOTIFY Account'

In a new interview with Sonic Perspectives contributor Jonathan Smith, CRADLE OF FILTH frontman Dani Filth once again spoke about the decline of the music industry as consumers value access over ownership and experiences over assets. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):"I owe it to my breth...

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CHRIS BARNES On CANNIBAL CORPSE: 'I Don't Know What Grudge They're Holding Against Me, But They Just Don't Like Me'

In a new interview with "The Garza Podcast", hosted by SUICIDE SILENCE guitarist Chris Garza, former CANNIBAL CORPSE and current SIX FEET UNDER vocalist Chris Barnes was asked if his replacement in CANNIBAL CORPSE, George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher, is "still blocked" from Barnes's social media. Barnes...

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CHRIS CAFFERY Says JON OLIVA 'Wants To Be There' on SAVATAGE's Upcoming Tour: 'He Just Physically Is Not Able To Fly And Travel Right Now'

In a new interview with Italy's Poisoned Rock, SAVATAGE guitarist Chris Caffery spoke about the reactivated band's upcoming shows in Europe and South America. Joining Chris in SAVATAGE's current touring lineup are Johnny Lee Middleton on bass, Al Pitrelli on guitar, Jeff Plate on drums and Zak Steve...

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W.A.S.P.'s BLACKIE LAWLESS Explains Why He Can't Get 'Canceled'

During a "VIP Experience" question-and-answer session before W.A.S.P.'s December 12, 2024 concert in Las Vegas, Nevada, W.A.S.P. mainman Blackie Lawless reflected on the songwriting process for the band's classic 1992 album "The Crimson Idol". The concept effort tells the poignant story of Jonathan,...