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SIMON WRIGHT Says Performing With RONNIE JAMES DIO Hologram Was An 'Enjoyable' Experience

Simon Wright says that playing along with a Ronnie James Dio hologram was an "enjoyable" experience. Dio died in 2010 at the age of 67 from stomach cancer. The singer's hologram was created by a company called Eyellusion and made its debut at the Wacken Open Air festival in August 2016 in front of m...

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TESTAMENT Recruits NIGHTWISH's FLOOR JANSEN For 'Slower' Song On Upcoming Album

In a new interview with Paul Salfen of AMFM Magazine, TESTAMENT singer Chuck Billy spoke about the progress of the recording sessions for the band's upcoming studio album. The LP will mark TESTAMENT's follow-up to 2020's "Titans Of Creation", which was co-produced by Juan Urteaga, who previously wor...

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One would be hard-pressed to summon a superior debut album in 2021 than IOTUNN's "Access All Worlds". The Danish quintet (who have been active since 2015) cast a suitably wide berth with songs generally entangled in the melodic death metal sphere of the Nordic variety, lavished with the immense pipe...

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JUDAS PRIEST's ROB HALFORD On His Love Of LADY GAGA: 'I'll Still Be Banging My Head To 'Paparazzi' On My Deathbed'

In a new interview with Houston Chronicle, JUDAS PRIEST singer Rob Halford was asked which pop artists are currently on his playlist. He responded: "Chappell [Roan] is amazing. I turned on to [Lady] Gaga instantly. Her talent is just extraordinary. And she says she's a huge fan of Chappell. The way...

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JEFF LYNNE's ELO Announces Final Concert

American Express Presents BST Hyde Park has announced the first stellar 2025 headliner, with Jeff Lynne's ELO gracing the famous Great Oak Stage on Sunday, July 13. Tickets go on general sale at 9 a.m. BST this Friday, October 25. One of Britain's best loved bands, the group marks their farewell, de...

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JEFF BECERRA: Next POSSESSED Album Will Be One Of The Band's 'Darkest'

In a new interview with Alex Stojanovic of MetalMasterKingdom.com, POSSESSED frontman Jeff Becerra spoke about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's follow-up to 2019's "Revelations Of Oblivion" LP. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I have like two songs left [to finis...

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OZZY OSBOURNE's 'No More Tears' Certified Quintuple Platinum In U.S.

According to a post on Ozzy Osbourne's Instagram, the legendary heavy metal singer's sixth solo album, "No More Tears", has been certified quintuple platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association Of America) for sales in excess of five million copies in the United States alone. Released in Se...

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Watch: DREAM THEATER Plays First Concert With MIKE PORTNOY In 14 Years

Progressive metal legends DREAM THEATER played their first concert with Mike Portnoy in 14 years Sunday night (October 20) at the O2 Arena in London, United Kingdom. The drummer co-founded DREAM THEATER in 1985 with guitarist John Petrucci and bassist John Myung. Mike played on 10 DREAM THEATER albu...

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JAKE E. LEE Says He Was Shot After He Confronted 'A Couple Of Thieves' Checking Out A Neighbor's Motorcycle

Jake E. Lee has offered an update on his health, five days after being shot in Las Vegas. The 67-year-old former OZZY OSBOURNE guitarist was hit three times in a shooting about 10 miles from the Las Vegas Strip early on Tuesday, October 15. He was later taken to the Sunrise Hospital & Medical Ce...

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WHITESNAKE's REB BEACH Doesn't Believe DAVID COVERDALE Will Tour Again: 'I Don't Think He Wants To Do That Anymore'

In a new interview with Pedro Alonso of Spain's Metal Journal, WHITESNAKE guitarist Reb Beach was asked if the band will resume performing live in 2025 or 2026. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I have no news. David [Coverdale, WHITESNAKE frontman] hasn't told me anything. The las...

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Watch: METALLICA's LARS ULRICH Offers 'M72' Tour Kit Rundown

In 2023, Modern Drummer headed to St Louis, Missouri to meet up with METALLICA's Lars Ulrich for a rundown of his multiple Tama drum kits. Lars led Modern Drummer's David Frangioni around the massive METALLICA stage to get his behind-the-scenes perspective. Check out the footage below. This past Jul...

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SKID ROW's DAVE 'SNAKE' SABO Explains The Band's Split With Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL

In a new interview with Rockin' 101's "The Johnny Rock Show", SKID ROW guitarist Dave "Snake" Sabo discussed the circumstances that led to the band's split with Swedish singer Erik Grönwall earlier this year. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Erik did 'The Gang's All Here' record, and...

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JACOBY SHADDIX Says 'It Feels Natural' For PAPA ROACH To Lean Into Heavy Sound On Next Album

In a new interview with "The Jasta Show", the video podcast hosted by HATEBREED frontman Jamey Jasta, PAPA ROACH singer Jacoby Shaddix spoke about his band's plans for new music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We are the label now. So just this last go-around, we ended our contract w...

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Watch: FOREIGNER Officially Inducted Into ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME

FOREIGNER was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame on Saturday night (October 19). Original singer Lou Gramm, keyboardist Al Greenwood and bassist Rick Wills were present to accept the award, while Mick Jones and Dennis Elliott sat out the ceremony. (Jones's daughter, Annabelle Dexter-Jones,...

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Watch: OZZY OSBOURNE Honored With All-Star Performance At 2024 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Induction

On Saturday (October 19),Ozzy Osbourne was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inducted Ozzy Osbourne as a solo artist, marking the second time the institution recognized the singer, following his induction as a member of BLACK SABBATH in 2006. Osbourne was inducted into the Rock Hall by a...