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Ex-W.A.S.P. Guitarist CHRIS HOLMES: How I Was Diagnosed With Throat Cancer

Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes, who recently completed seven weeks of radiation therapy in his battle with cancer in throat and neck, discussed his illness in a new interview with France's Duke TV. Reflecting on how he was diagnosed, Holmes said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "In Nove...

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IN FLAMES Announces 'Foregone' Album, Shares Visualizer For 'Foregone Pt. 1'

Swedish/American metallers IN FLAMES will release their fourteenth studio album, "Foregone", on February 10, 2023 via Nuclear Blast. The LP will feature the two songs IN FLAMES released earlier this year, "State Of Slow Decay" and "The Great Deceiver". IN FLAMES frontman Anders Fridén states: "Going...

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SOILWORK Guitarist DAVID ANDERSSON Dead At 47

Swedish metallers SOILWORK have announced the passing of their guitarist David Andersson. He was 47 years old. Earlier today (Wednesday, September 14),the band released the following statement via social media: "We are deeply saddened today, as we bring the terrible news of David Andersson's passin...

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GLENN HUGHES Is Suffering From 'Throat Infection'; THE DEAD DAISIES Cancel Nashville Concert

THE DEAD DAISIES have been forced to cancel their concert tonight (Wednesday, September 14) after the band's bassist/vocalist Glenn Hughes came down with "a throat infection." Hughes "has been ordered to rest" until he recovers and will be temporarily replaced by Dino Jelusick (WHITESNAKE, TRANS-SIB...

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HIM's VILLE VALO Announces Release Date For 'Neon Noir' Debut Solo Album

HIM mastermind Ville Valo (VV) will release his debut solo album, "Neon Noir", on January 13 via Heartagram Records, distributed by UMG/Spinefarm. "'Neon Noir' is a sonic step-by-step guide on how to survive, and perhaps even enjoy, the realm of VV with its abundance of things that go bump in the ni...

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Shangri-La

An established fixture of the symphonic metal scene in Europe and proven veterans with a sturdy back catalogue, EDENBRIDGE may not have made much impact on the wider metal world, but there has never been any question of their ambition. "Shangri-La" is the Austrians' first album for a new label, and...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: 'I Wasn't Born To Sing'

In a new interview with Nick Bowcott of Sweetwater, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine spoke about his songwriting process, particularly as it relates to the band's latest album, the just-released "The Sick, The Dying... And The Dead!" He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I like to take my appr...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Says There Will Be 'No Ballads' On His Upcoming Solo EP

This past July, former JUDAS PRIEST singer Tim "Ripper" Owens released the official music video for his new solo song "Embattled". The track, which will appear on Owens's upcoming EP, was produced by Jamey Jasta (HATEBREED) and Nick Bellmore (JASTA, DEE SNIDER). Players on the effort, which will con...

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FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's IVAN MOODY Is Optimistic About The State Of The World: 'I Have To Be; I Have Children'

Minutes before FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's July 3 appearance at the Hills Of Rock festival in Sofia, Bulgaria, singer Ivan Moody was interviewed for an episode of "Elena Rosberg Presents: Personalities And Passions!" Asked if he feels a connection to the European mentality and state of mind, Ivan said...

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Watch: PHILIP ANSELMO Pays Tribute To DIMEBAG And VINNIE PAUL During DOWN's Concert At BLUE RIDGE ROCK FESTIVAL

Philip Anselmo paid tribute to his late PANTERA bandmates "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott and Vincent "Vinnie Paul" Abbott during DOWN's concert Friday night (September 9) at this year's Blue Ridge Rock Festival at the Virginia International Raceway in Alton, Virginia. Prior to launching into the DOWN trac...

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MÖTLEY CRÜE Plots Another U.S. Tour In 2024, Possible Third Las Vegas Residency

MÖTLEY CRÜE played the final show of the 2022 leg of "The Stadium Tour" Friday night (September 9) at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. But singer Vince Neil said MÖTLEY CRÜE will continue touring internationally with DEF LEPPARD in 2023, through Mexico and South America in the spring and...

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ROBB FLYNN On Keeping MACHINE HEAD Going For Three Decades: 'To Me, It's Always Been About The Music'

In a new interview with Metal Injection, MACHINE HEAD founder Robb Flynn spoke about how he has been able to keep the band going for 30 years, having weathered a number of lineup changes and the fickleness of the music business. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think one of the harde...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Explains Why He Calls Himself A COVID-19 'Superspreader'

Former JUDAS PRIEST singer Tim "Ripper" Owens has once again explained why he calls himself a COVID-19 "superspreader", saying that he is still able to infect others with the virus even after being fully vaccinated. The 54-year-old Owens, who frequently "likes" tweets that amplify Republican talking...

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THE L.I.F.E. PROJECT Feat. STONE SOUR's JOSH RAND: New Single 'Dying Of The Light' Out Now

THE L.I.F.E. PROJECT, the musical meeting of minds between Grammy-nominated STONE SOUR guitarist Josh Rand and PARALANDRA vocalist/guitarist Casandra Carson, has released a new single, "Dying Of The Light". The official music video for the song can be seen below. THE L.I.F.E. PROJECT recently comple...

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Watch: KITTIE Plays First Show In Five Years

Reunited Canadian metallers KITTIE performed yesterday (Thursday, September 8) at this year's Blue Ridge Rock Festival at the Virginia International Raceway in Alton, Virginia. Joining guitarist/vocalist Morgan Lander and her sister, drummer Mercedes Lander, at the show were guitarist Tara McLeod an...