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LACUNA COIL's ANDREA FERRO Rules Out Retirement: 'I Don't See Us Stopping Anytime Soon'

In a new interview with Jorge Botas of Portugal's Metal Global, LACUNA COIL vocalist Andrea Ferro spoke about the financial and emotional challenges facing musicians today, particularly as it relates to touring in a post-pandemic world. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "We still love t...

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NUNO BETTENCOURT On His Preparation For 'Back To The Beginning' Concert: 'I Wanted To Respect The Songs And Go All In'

During an appearance on the latest episode of the "Steve And Rik's POTcast", hosted by Steve Whiteman (of KIX fame) and Rik Parks, EXTREME guitarist Nuno Bettencourt reflected on his participation in the "Back To The Beginning" concert, which marked Ozzy Osbourne and BLACK SABBATH's final performanc...

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FRANK BELLO On Long-Awaited New ANTHRAX Album: 'We All Are Very, Very Hungry, 'Cause We're In Mixing Right Now'

In a new interview with Thomann's Guitars & Basses, ANTHRAX bassist Frank Bello offered an update on the the long-awaited follow-up to the band's 2016 album "For All Kings", tentatively due in early 2026. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think it's been almost 10 years since the...

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VOLBEAT Scores Record-Setting Twelfth No. 1 On Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart With 'Time Will Heal'

VOLBEAT's latest single, "Time Will Heal", is the band's twelfth No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream chart. The Danish rock and rollers still hold the record for the most No. 1 singles on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart by an artist based outside of North America. The new milestone follows "By A M...

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CORONER's TOMMY VETTERLI Explains Why It Took More Than Three Decades To Release New Studio Album

In a new interview with 213Rock Harrag Melodica Live, CORONER's guitarist, songwriter and producer Tommy Vetterli (a.k.a. Tommy T. Baron) spoke about the band's latest studio album, "Dissonance Theory", which came out on October 17 worldwide via Century Media Records. The LP marked CORONER's first...

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JUDAS PRIEST Presented With Key To City By Albuquerque's Metalhead Mayor

British heavy metal legends JUDAS PRIEST were presented with keys to the city by Albuquerque, New Mexico's mayor Tim Keller prior to their October 23 concert at Isleta Amphitheater in Albuquerque. A video of the presentation can be seen below. PRIEST commented: "Thank you to the mayor, his team, and...

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THE DAMNED Announces Special New Covers Album 'Not Like Everybody Else' In Tribute To BRIAN JAMES

THE DAMNED has announced the release of "Not Like Everybody Else", a deeply personal and celebratory covers album — dedicated to the memory of Brian James, the band's legendary founding guitarist, who passed away on March 6, 2025. Recorded in a blistering five days of emotion and creative fire at Re...

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Watch: KINGS OF THRASH Pay Tribute To ACE FREHLEY With 'Cold Gin' Cover In Flint

Fan-filmed video of KINGS OF THRASH performing a cover of the KISS classic "Cold Gin" in honor of Ace Frehley this past Friday, October 24 at the Machine Shop in Flint, Michigan can be seen below (courtesy of the Joe E Bravo channel on YouTube). For the "Cold Gin" rendition, KINGS OF THRASH members...

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SLASH On ALEX LIFESON And GEDDY LEE's Decision To Tour As RUSH Again: 'I Think It's Wonderful'

In a new interview with Chuck Armstrong of Loudwire Nights, GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash weighed in on the announcement that RUSH was reuniting for a tour next year. The limited run of summer and fall 2026 dates — bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee and guitarist Alex Lifeson's first official shows under th...

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BRET MICHAELS Says He Was 'On The Fence Between' SLASH And C.C. DEVILLE When They Both Auditioned For POISON

In a new interview with Ethan Dometrius of Tampa Bay's 107.3 The Eagle, POISON frontman Bret Michaels spoke about why Slash wasn't chosen to be the guitarist in POISON when he auditioned for the band prior to joining GUNS N' ROSES in 1985. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "So here's the...

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FRANK HANNON Explains Why It 'Doesn't Make Sense' For TESLA To Focus On Making New Full-Length Album

In a new interview with Jeff Gaudiosi of MisplacedStraws.com, TESLA guitarist Frank Hannon once again spoke about the possibility of him and his bandmates releasing a full-length album as a follow-up to 2019's "Shock". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, with TESLA, I really do like...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET On Songwriting Process: 'I Pray When I'm Writing, But I Could Always Pray More'

In a new interview with Rock Your Faith Out, Michael Sweet of Christian rockers STRYPER was asked how he goes about injecting his faith into the music and whether he and his bandmates "go to contemplative prayer" to help them get inspired during the creative process. Sweet responded (as transcribed...

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ACE FREHLEY's Longtime Manager Confirms Late KISS Icon's Final Resting Place

Ace Frehley's longtime manager John Ostrosky has confirmed to the New York Post that the late KISS icon was laid to rest at Woodlawn Cemetery in Bronx, New York. The 74-year-old musician was buried on Wednesday (October 22) following a private memorial Tuesday (October 21) at Sinatra Memorial Home i...

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NICKO MCBRAIN: 'Maybe I'll Be Asked To Do A Couple Of Songs' On Next IRON MAIDEN Studio Album

In a new interview with Jason Green of Waste Some Time With Jason Green, Nicko McBrain confirmed that he is still technically a member of IRON MAIDEN despite having retired from touring with the band nearly a year ago. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I'm still a member of the band, bu...

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TRIVIUM Recruits Ex-WHITECHAPEL Drummer ALEX RÜDINGER For Fall 2025 Tour

Florida metallers TRIVIUM have recruited drummer Alex Rüdinger (formerly of WHITECHAPEL) to sit behind the kit for their fall 2025 North American tour. Earlier today (Friday, October 24),TRIVIUM released the following statement via social media: "Hi everyone: As we prepare to hit the road next week...