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JASON BECKER Undergoes Two Cataract Surgeries
Jason Becker, the guitarist/composer who has had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, a.k.a. Lou Gehrig's Disease) for 30 years, underwent two cataract surgeries last week. He says: "My vision is still funky, but slowly getting better." Becker's latest procedure comes six months after he had an opera...September 30, 2019
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New MACHINE HEAD Members Are 'Honored' To Take Part In 'Burn My Eyes' 25th-Anniversary Tour
MACHINE HEAD has announced the addition of Polish guitarist Wacław "Vogg" Kiełtyka (DECAPITATED) and British drummer Matt Alston (DEVILMENT, EASTERN FRONT) to the group's ranks. They will join MACHINE HEAD on the first leg of its 25th-anniversary tour for the band's classic debut, "Burn My Eyes". Th...September 30, 2019
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MICHAEL MONROE Explains Delay In Releasing 'One Man Gang' Album: 'You Need A Team To Make The Dream Work'
Former HANOI ROCKS frontman Michael Monroe recently discussed his new solo album, "One Man Gang", with France's United Rock Nations. The full conversation can be streamed below. A few excerpts follow (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On "One Man Gang": Michael: "I'm 100 percent happy with the al...September 29, 2019
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Heavy Metal Rules
They really are a ridiculous bunch, STEEL PANTHER. When you consider how combining music and comedy is one of the most perilous artistic endeavors imaginable, the fact that Michael Starr, Satchel, Stix Zadinia and Lexxi Foxx have kept this nonsense up for the best part of 20 years is impressive enou...September 25, 2019
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DEVIN TOWNSEND Announces Full Band Lineup For 'Empath' Fall 2019 European Tour
Canadian heavy music artist Devin Townsend released his acclaimed new album "Empath" in March and will embark on the "Empath - European Tour Vol. 1" in November. Since disbanding the DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT, Devin has been tracking down players of excellence to form a new live band which he's now ext...September 25, 2019
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ANVIL Announces 17-Date U.K. Tour In March 2020
Canadian metal legends ANVIL will return to the U.K. for a 17-date tour in March 2020. ANVIL, a Toronto-based group, was formed in 1978 by childhood friends, guitarist/vocalist Steve "Lips" Kudlow and drummer Robb Reiner. Both came from Jewish families and had been playing music together since their...September 25, 2019
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Hear DRAGONFORCE's High-Speed Cover Version Of CELINE DION's 'My Heart Will Go On'
Audio samples of all the tracks that will appear on DRAGONFORCE's eighth full-length album, "Extreme Power Metal", can be streamed below. Due on on September 27, the CD was produced in Los Angeles, California by Damien Rainaud at Mix Unlimited and was also recorded, in part, on guitarist Herman Li's...September 24, 2019
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NICKELBACK's CHAD KROEGER: DEVIN TOWNSEND Is 'The Most Wonderful Human Being Ever'
Chad Kroeger says that Devin Townsend is "the most wonderful human being ever." Last year, Townsend surprised longtime fans by revealing his unexpected friendship with the NICKELBACK frontman. Four months later, it was announced that Kroeger would appear on Devin's recently issued "Empath" album, al...September 23, 2019
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REFUSED Announces Early 2020 North American Tour
Legendary Swedish hardcore band REFUSED has announced its North American tour plans for this winter. The trek kicks off on February 21 in Washington, D.C. and runs through March 9 in Los Angeles. Supporting REFUSED on these dates will be METZ, who will only appear on the West Coast dates, and YOUTH...September 23, 2019
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DRAGONFORCE Releases Animated Music Video For 'Razorblade Meltdown'
The official music video for DRAGONFORCE's new single, "Razorblade Meltdown", can be seen below. The song is taken from DRAGONFORCE's eighth full-length album, "Extreme Power Metal", which will be released on September 27. Produced in Los Angeles, California by Damien Rainaud at Mix Unlimited, "Extr...September 23, 2019
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SKINLAB: 'Venomous' Album Details Revealed
Veteran San Francisco Bay Area metallers SKINLAB will release their new album, "Venomous", on October 25 via Art Is War Records, The disc was engineered, produced and mixed by Ulrich Wild, who stated about the effort: "I love working with SKINLAB. This album is heavy and intense. As brutal as it is,...September 22, 2019
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MICHAEL MONROE Says Touring U.S. Is 'Not Worth It' Unless You Are 'Opening For A Stadium-Sized Band'
In a brand new interview with Love Is Pop, former HANOI ROCKS singer Michael Monroe was asked if there is any chance of him touring the United States anytime soon. He responded: "Well, we'd love to play the States and we've done some tours there and stuff. New York and L.A. are always great, but the...September 21, 2019
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URIAH HEEP Singer BERNIE SHAW Teams Up With Canadian Musician DALE COLLINS For New Album 'Too Much Information'
URIAH HEEP lead singer Bernie Shaw has been working on a new studio album, in between the band's tour dates, with his longtime friend from the music scene in Victoria, guitarist and songwriter Dale Collins. The duo has released an EP in Canada. However, it only included some of the songs they'd work...September 20, 2019
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DRAGONFORCE To Perform At 'TwitchCon 2019' Opening Ceremony
On September 27, power metal legends DRAGONFORCE will perform at TwitchCon 2019 in San Diego, California during the opening ceremony at the Glitch Theatre, to celebrate the launch of their eighth full-length, "Extreme Power Metal". In addition to the live audience of thousands, this performance will...September 19, 2019
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MICHAEL SCHENKER Was 'Tempted' To Join OZZY OSBOURNE's Band
In a newly released trailer for MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST's upcoming album, "Revelation", Michael Schenker spoke about turning down an opportunity to join Ozzy Osbourne's group after the death of Randy Rhoads. "I was tempted to do it," the German guitarist said (see video below). I said, 'How can I get...September 18, 2019
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