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SAMMY HAGAR On Why 2024 Was Right Time For 'The Best Of All Worlds' Tour: 'I Don't Know How Much Longer I Can Do It'

In a new interview with AZCentral.com, Sammy Hagar discussed his upcoming summer 2024 tour with bassist Michael Anthony, guitarist Joe Satriani and drummer Jason Bonham that will focus largely on the music of VAN HALEN. Support on "The Best Of All Worlds" trek will come from LOVERBOY. Sammy said: "W...

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ACE FREHLEY On His Absence From KISS's Final Show: 'I Did Try, But I Couldn't Make It Happen'

Speaking exclusively to Rock Candy magazine as part of an in-depth 14-page cover story, founding member and much-loved guitarist Ace Frehley explained to writer Andrew Daly why he never made it on stage one last time with KISS for their final show at Madison Square Garden last December after last le...

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Watch: SAMMY HAGAR Joins 'G3' Guitarists JOE SATRIANI, ERIC JOHNSON And STEVE VAI On Stage To Perform 'Foxy Lady'

Sammy Hagar surprised fans in attendance at the "G3" concert at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona on Friday, January 26 by jumping up on stage to perform a cover of the Jimi Hendrix classic "Foxy Lady". On Monday (January 29),Hagar shared video of his appearance on YouTube, and he include...

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IRON MAIDEN's BRUCE DICKINSON Announces March 2024 U.K. Album-Signing Events

Bruce Dickinson has announced a series album-signing sessions at HMV stores across the United Kingdom in partnership with Planet Rock. The IRON MAIDEN frontman will sign copies of his first solo LP in 19 years, "The Mandrake Project", at five stores in early March. The events kick off at the stroke...

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Report: AC/DC To Play Four Shows In Brazil In September 2024

According to journalist Lauro Jardim of O Globo, the leading daily newspaper in Brazil, AC/DC will play four shows in the country in September 2024. The legendary Australian hard rock band will stage two concerts at Morumbi in São Paulo and two more at this year's edition of the Rock In Rio festival...

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THE PRETTY RECKLESS Is In The Studio Recording Fifth Album

THE PRETTY RECKLESS has entered the studio to begin recording its fifth album. Three days ago, THE PRETTY RECKLESS's official Instagram account shared a short video from the studio and captioned it simply "#5". One day later, THE PRETTY RECKLESS singer Taylor Momsen posted what appeared to be a new...

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CLIFF WILLIAMS Is Rumored To Be Sitting Out AC/DC's 2024 Tour; Replacement Bassist To Be Announced Soon

Rock and roll comedian Dean Delray, a huge AC/DC fan who has covered the legendary rock act's songs with a tribute band and who has interviewed members of AC/DC in the past, says that bassist Cliff Williams will not tour with AC/DC later this year. Cliff announced his retirement at the end of AC/DC'...

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New MERCYFUL FATE Bassist BECKY BALDWIN On Her Addition As Permanent Member: 'It Was A Natural Progression'

At this past Wednesday night's (January 24) Metal Hall Of Fame gala at the Delta Marriott Garden Grove in Garden Grove, California, new MERCYFUL FATE bassist Becky Baldwin spoke to The Metal Voice about her recent addition to the band as a permanent member. The Birmingham, England-based musician pre...

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BRUCE DICKINSON Releases Music Video For New Solo Single, 'Rain On The Graves'

IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson has released his brand new single, "Rain On The Graves", accompanied by a thrilling video introducing Bruce's live band, comprising his long-term co-writer and producer Roy "Z" Ramirez, drummer Dave Moreno, bass player Tanya O'Callaghan and keyboard maestro Misther...

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BRUCE DICKINSON Talks Setlist For Upcoming Solo Tour: 'Effectively, It's Gonna Be From 'Balls To Picasso' Forward'

In a new interview with Paul Cashmere of Noise11.com, IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson spoke about the upcoming tour in support of his new solo album, "The Mandrake Project". Bruce's touring band features longtime co-writer and producer Roy "Z" Ramirez, drummer Dave Moreno, bass player Tanya O'Cal...

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JOE SATRIANI: 'I Don't Think I'll Ever Really Understand DAVID LEE ROTH'

During an appearance on a recent episode of "The Hook Rocks" podcast, Joe Satriani spoke about the upcoming summer 2024 tour with vocalist Sammy Hagar, bassist Michael Anthony and drummer Jason Bonham that will focus largely on the music of VAN HALEN. Asked why he thinks this tour has come together...

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MERCYFUL FATE Announces New Bass Player BECKY BALDWIN

MERCYFUL FATE has recruited Becky Baldwin as its new bass player. The Birmingham, England-based musician previously toured with MERCYFUL FATE in the fall of 2022 as the temporary replacement for Joey Vera who was unable to make the dates due to a scheduled conflict with his longtime group ARMORED SA...

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BRUCE DICKINSON Says One Song On His Upcoming 'The Mandrake Project' Album Is Over 20 Years Old

In a recent interview with Brazil's A Rádio Rock, IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson spoke about the inspiration for his upcoming solo album "The Mandrake Project", which will be released on March 1 via BMG. Bruce and his long-term co-writer and producer Roy "Z" Ramirez recorded the LP largely at Lo...

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KIM DRACULA Announces March 2024 U.S. Tour

Australian artist Samuel Wellings — who performs under the name Kim Dracula — has announced the "America's Gradual Decline In Morale" tour, in support of the debut album "A Gradual Decline In Morale". Produced by Live Nation, the 14-date tour kicks off on Saturday, March 9 in Philadelphia, Pennsylva...

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JOE SATRIANI Is Having A Special Guitar Amp Built To Replicate EDDIE VAN HALEN's Sound: 'I Wanna Be Able To Feel It'

In a new interview with Australian Musician, Joe Satriani spoke about how he plans to play Eddie Van Halen's parts on the upcoming summer 2024 tour with vocalist Sammy Hagar, bassist Michael Anthony and drummer Jason Bonham that will focus largely on the music of VAN HALEN. Asked about how he plans...