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ADEMA's TIM FLUCKEY On 'Nu Metal' Tag: 'I Could See Why People Would Put It On Us'

In a recent interview with Flying The Metal Flag, ADEMA guitarist/vocalist Tim Fluckey reflected on some of the challenges his band had faced in the past, particularly as it relates to nu-metal's popularity decline and eventual resurgence. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We always kin...

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Watch: METALLICA Producer FLEMMING RASMUSSEN Talks About His Work On Band's Early Albums At Sweden's 'Cliff Burton Museum'

On September 27, 2025 — the 39th anniversary of METALLICA bassist Cliff Burton's death — early METALLICA producer Flemming Rasmussen and his wife gave a talk about the recording of the "Ride The Lightning" and "Master Of Puppets" albums as part of the "Talk With The Masters" event at the Cliff Burto...

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MIKE MANGINI On His 'Classy' Response To Being Dismissed From DREAM THEATER: 'It Was A Pretty Simple Reaction By Me'

In a new interview with Ollie Winiberg of Drummer's Review, Mike Mangini was asked about his October 2023 departure from DREAM THEATER. Mangini, who has been with the progressive metal band for 13 years, was dismissed from DREAM THEATER in order to make way for the return of the group's original dru...

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See MEGADETH's Entire Concert In Istanbul During Fall 2025 Tour

Fan-filmed video of MEGADETH's entire September 22 concert at Maçka Küçükçiftlik Park in Istanbul, Turkey can be seen below. The setlist for the show was as follows: 01. Wake Up Dead 02. In My Darkest Hour 03. Hangar 18 04. Dread And The Fugitive Mind 05. Skin O' My Teeth 06. Angry Again 07. Sweat...

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DREAM THEATER's JORDAN RUDESS On Touring With MIKE PORTNOY Again: 'We've Been Having A Great Time Hanging Out'

The Dream Theater World, the official DREAM THEATER fan club, recently conducted an interview with DREAM THEATER members John Petrucci (guitar),Jordan Rudess (keyboards) and Mike Portnoy (drums). Asked what it has been like touring together again following the return of Portnoy in October 2023 afte...

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN On Pitfalls Of Music Business: 'You Have To Really Love Playing And Creating Music To Do This'

In a new interview with Baltimore's 98 Rock radio station, Wolfgang Van Halen, who joined VAN HALEN at just 15 years old and shared the stage with his father, legendary VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen, together from 2006 until 2015, five years before Eddie's death, spoke about how he has adapted...

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TESTAMENT's ERIC PETERSON On Feeling Inspired During Making Of 'Para Bellum' Album: 'We're Still Having Fun With It'

In a new interview with Alex Stojanovic of Metal Master Kingdom, TESTAMENT guitarist Eric Peterson spoke about the band's upcoming album, "Para Bellum", which is due on October 10 via Nuclear Blast. Regarding the songwriting process for the LP, Eric said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): " I thi...

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GARY HOLT On KIRK HAMMETT: 'For All Intents And Purposes, He Is One Of The Founders Of Thrash Metal'

In episode 113 of "The Metallica Report", the podcast offering weekly insider updates on all things METALLICA, EXODUS guitarist Gary Holt reflected on his chemistry with Kirk Hammett, who was part of the original lineup of EXODUS alongside guitarist Tim Agnello, drummer Tom Hunting and vocalist Keit...

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Hear JUDAS PRIEST's 'Charity Version' Of 'War Pigs' Featuring OZZY OSBOURNE

JUDAS PRIEST's "charity" version of the BLACK SABBATH classic "War Pigs", featuring SABBATH frontman Ozzy Osbourne, has just been released and can be streamed below. All profits of Sony Music Entertainment UK Ltd and Epic Records in the U.K. from audio streams, downloads, and physical sales of the r...

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MEGADETH To Release New Single 'Tipping Point' Next Week; Teaser Available

MEGADETH will release a new single, "Tipping Point", on Friday, October 3. A teaser for the song's accompanying music video is available below. On August 14, MEGADETH announced that its upcoming LP will be the band's last. The Dave Mustaine-led outfit will also embark on a farewell tour in 2026. Mus...

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JUDAS PRIEST's 'Charity Version' Of 'War Pigs' Featuring OZZY OSBOURNE To Be Released Tomorrow

JUDAS PRIEST's "charity" version of the BLACK SABBATH classic "War Pigs", featuring SABBATH frontman Ozzy Osbourne, will be released on Friday, September 26. All profits of Sony Music Entertainment UK Ltd and Epic Records in the U.K. from audio streams, downloads, and physical sales of the recording...

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SCORPIONS Guitarist RUDOLF SCHENKER: 'Why I Made It'

In a new interview with Rolling Stone Brasil, SCORPIONS guitarist Rudolf Schenker spoke about the driving motivation behind his decision to form the band sixty years ago in Hanover, Germany. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "First of all, nothing is easy. So for me, I have an important...

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Watch: Ex-GUNS N' ROSES Drummer STEVEN ADLER Plays Through 'Civil War' For SOULTONE CYMBALS

Soultone Cymbals has uploaded a new video of former GUNS N' ROSES drummer Steven Adler playing through the band's classic song "Civil War". Check it out below. An accompanying description reads: "A true rock legend at work — Steven Adler drives the beat of this unforgettable track. "Steven plays a c...

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FEAR FACTORY's DINO CAZARES: AC/DC's ANGUS YOUNG Is 'The Reason I Wanted To Play Guitar'

In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, FEAR FACTORY guitarist Dino Cazares was asked to name the first band he ever became a fan of. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "AC/DC. [AC/DC guitarist] Angus Young is the reason why I wanted to play guitar. The minute I saw him, I was n...

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STYX To Perform Entire 'Pieces Of Eight' Album During January 2026 Las Vegas Residency

Legendary rockers STYX are already starting to lock in shows for their 2026 tour schedule, which will once again include an unforgettable five-night engagement at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. STYX will be performing 1978's "Pieces Of Eight" in its entirety, along with t...