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ONSLAUGHT's NIGE ROCKETT On His Cancer Battle: 'Everything's Clear Now'

In a new interview with George Dionne of KNAC.COM, ONSLAUGHT founding member and guitarist Nige Rockett discussed his recovery after a three-year absence from the road following a long battle with illness. His first appearance back was on the 70000 Tons Of Metal cruise in January as ONSLAUGHT kicked...

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HALESTORM, MOTIONLESS IN WHITE, KNOCKED LOOSE, Others Confirmed For 2026 Edition Of SHIPROCKED Cruise

ShipRocked producer ASK4 Entertainment has announced the music lineup for the 16th year of ShipRocked, the premier rock music festival cruise. ShipRocked 2026 sails January 25-31, 2026 on board Carnival Horizon from Miami to Half Moon Cay, Celebration Key — Carnival's soon to be opened private cruis...

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SICK OF IT ALL's LOU KOLLER: 'I'm Officially Cancer Free Right Now'

Vocalist Lou Koller of New York hardcore legends SICK OF IT ALL, who recently underwent chemotherapy after being diagnosed with an esophageal tumor, has shared a new video message in which he said: " Hey everybody. What's up? I've got some good news for everyone. I got my test results back — the sca...

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Origins Of Aggression

If the UK thrash metal scene of the 1980s was a story of underachievement, its most prominent bands were still every bit the equal of their international counterparts. Originally waist deep in hardcore punk, ONSLAUGHT eschewed both the pagan fury of SABBAT and the Bay Area bombast of XENTRIX, favori...

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CHRIS POLAND Says Being Publicly Called A 'Liar' By DAVE MUSTAINE Did A Lot Of Damage To His Post-MEGADETH Career

For the latest episode of "The David Ellefson Show" video podcast, former MEGADETH guitarist Chris Poland joined ex-MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson and podcast co-host Joshua Toomey to share stories about life after MEGADETH, challenges of recovery, industry politics and the lasting brotherhood forg...

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Watch: SCOTT IAN, DANNY LILKER And JAMEY JASTA Perform STORMTROOPERS OF DEATH Classics At MILWAUKEE METAL FEST

STORMBREEDERS OF DEATH, a tribute to the mid-1980s politically incorrect project STORMTROOPERS OF DEATH (S.O.D.),performed at this year's Milwaukee Metal Fest on Friday, May 16 at The Rave / Eagles Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The STORMBREEDERS OF DEATH lineup for this special performance consiste...

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Former MEGADETH Members DAVID ELLEFSON, JEFF YOUNG And CHRIS POLAND Unite On KINGS OF THRASH Single 'Lockdown'

KINGS OF THRASH, the acclaimed union of MEGADETH alumni David Ellefson (bass) and Jeff Young (guitar),plus Chaz Leon (vocals, guitar) and DEAD GROOVE/BULLETBOYS drummer Fred Aching, with special guest (and fellow ex-MEGADETH-er) Chris Poland, returns to the fray with a stunning new single, and a dr...

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LAMB OF GOD's MARK MORTON On Writing His Memoir: 'I'm Not Really Ashamed Or Embarrassed Of Anything'

In a new interview with Mexico's Summa Inferno, LAMB OF GOD's Mark Morton spoke about his decision to open up about some of the most personal details of his life while putting together his memoir, "Desolation: A Heavy Metal Memoir", which came out in June 2024 via Hachette Books. Co-written with Ben...

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Watch: GEORGE LYNCH Holds Guitar Clinic At Ritchie's Music Center In Rockaway, New Jersey

Video of George Lynch's April 27 guitar clinic at Ritchie's Music Center in Rockaway, New Jersey can be seen in two parts below. This in-person clinic was a unique opportunity to learn from one of the best guitar players in the business. George shared his tips, tricks and techniques for mastering th...

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GIL MOORE Marvels At TRIUMPH's 'Amazing' Renaissance Ahead Of First-Ever Tribute Album

By David E. Gehlke Technically, TRIUMPH's last full shows were all the way back in 2008 — a lifetime if we're speaking in classic rock terms. The legendary Canadian power rock trio had previously disbanded in 1993 and never quite had to experience the natural drop / career slump that has accompanied...

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GEORGE LYNCH Says His New Band GEORGE LYNCH & THE MOB Will Feature A 'Rotating' Lineup Of Musicians

In a new interview with Talking With Cars, legendary guitarist George Lynch spoke about his upcoming touring activities following the completion of LYNCH MOB's "The Final Ride" farewell tour celebrating the band's 35-year legacy. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, LYNCH MOB did its...

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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE's JESSE LEACH On Using Backing Tracks During Live Shows: 'It's A Point Of Pride That We Don't Do That'

In a new interview with Rock Feed, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE frontman Jesse Leach was asked what he thinks makes his band such a powerful live act. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's real. It's dudes playing instruments. There's no computers. We have a sample thing that does stuff from...

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WEDNESDAY 13 Leans Into Getting Old On New 'Mid-Death Crisis' Album: 'The Whole 'Live Fast, Die Young' Thing Didn't Work'

By David E. Gehlke In an era where veteran rockers are no longer as willing to subject themselves to lengthy tours and have instead flocked to lucrative one-offs, festival dates or even residencies, horror rock frontman Wednesday 13 and his eponymous band are going in the opposite direction. The sin...

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the world is still here and so are we

MCLUSKY initially made waves in the underground in the late nineties and early aughts, releasing three albums abundant with fierce, mid-tempo rage that, if we are being lazy, falls under the indie rock umbrella. Closer to the truth, the Welsh trio is a blend of post-hardcore and absolutely rabid noi...

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Watch: GREEN DAY Receives Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame

GREEN DAY received a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame earlier today (Thursday, May 1). Actor/producer Ryan Reynolds spoke at the event, which was streamed live at the Walk Of Fame's web site and can now be watched below. Radio and TV personality Matt Pinfield emceed. GREEN DAY's star is located at...