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SLASH On New GUNS N' ROSES Drummer ISAAC CARPENTER: 'From The First Day That He Came In To Audition, He's Just Been Amazing'

During an October 23 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash was asked what it has been like playing with the band's new drummer Isaac Carpenter, who replaced Frank Ferrer in March. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Isaac's killer. It's be...

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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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GUNS N' ROSES Explain AXL ROSE's Onstage Meltdown In Buenos Aires

GUNS N' ROSES have issued a statement explaining singer Axl Rose's recent onstage meltdown. During the opening song of the band's concert last Saturday (October 18) at Estadio Huracán in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Rose appeared to lose his temper, violently throwing his microphone at the drum kit, tea...

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MICHAEL MONROE Announces New Studio Album 'Outerstellar', Shares 'Rockin' Horse' Single

Former HANOI ROCKS frontman Michael Monroe will release a new studio album, "Outerstellar", on February 20, 2026 via Silver Lining Music. The first Leigh Brooks-directed video taken from "Outerstellar", "Rockin' Horse", is out now and can be seen below. "'Rockin' Horse' is a cool, rockin' song that...

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BRUCE KULICK On ACE FREHLEY's Death: 'It Hit Me Harder Than I Ever Thought' It Would

During this past Friday's (October 17) "Tribute To Ace Frehley" episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick spoke about the band's original axeman Ace Frehley who died on October 16 at the age of 74. Asked by host Eddie Trunk if it "meant a lot" to him t...

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SABATON Shares Music Video For 'I, Emperor' From 'Legends' Album

Coming off the announcement of a massive 2025 worldwide tour including a 31-date North American run set for early 2026, Swedish metallers SABATON have just released their eleventh studio album, "Legends", via Better Noise Music (marking the band's label debut). It features the latest single and acco...

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DUFF MCKAGAN Praises New GUNS N' ROSES Drummer ISAAC CARPENTER: 'He's The Best Drummer I Know'

In a new interview with Colombia's Radioacktiva, GUNS N' ROSES bassist Duff McKagan was asked what he has learned from playing with such a wide variety of musicians, including his GN'R bandmates, as well as members of ALICE IN CHAINS and JANE'S ADDICTION, among others. He said (as transcribed by BLA...

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Ex-TYPE O NEGATIVE Guitarist KENNY HICKEY Confirms There Have Been 'Talks' About Staging PETER STEELE Tribute Concert

In a new interview with Scott Penfold of Loaded Radio, ex-TYPE O NEGATIVE guitarist Kenny Hickey was asked if there has been any talk about teaming up with the other surviving members of TYPE O NEGATIVE to stage a Peter Steele tribute concert with various guest musicians. He said (as transcribed by...

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Watch: SHINEDOWN Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut, Surprises Crowd With Performance Of New Song 'Searchlight'

This past Friday night (October 10),SHINEDOWN took Nashville by storm as the band made its debut at the city's famed country music venue Grand Ole Opry and played on the legendary stage for the first time. They were introduced by good friend and 17-year Grand Ole Opry member Carrie Underwood, who w...

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THE PRETTY RECKLESS Announces Holiday EP 'Taylor Momsen's Pretty Reckless Christmas'

THE PRETTY RECKLESS is ushering in the holiday season with a special surprise for fans both old and new. The chart-topping band, fronted by Taylor Momsen, had released an electrifying, reimagined version of "Where Are You Christmas", the beloved holiday classic Momsen first performed as Cindy Lou Wh...

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SLASH Says New GUNS N' ROSES Album Is 'Coming': 'Everybody Is Thinking About It'

In a recent interview with Guitar World magazine, GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash has once again hinted that a new full-length album from the band is on the way. He said: "There's so much material at this point — it's a matter of having the discipline to sit down and fucking get into it. But the thing...

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ALTER BRIDGE Releases Video For 'What Lies Within' Single From Upcoming Self-Titled Album

With the overwhelming response to their first single in over two years "Silent Divide", acclaimed rockers ALTER BRIDGE are back with another song from their upcoming eighth studio album, "Alter Bridge". "What Lies Within" is now available via all digital service providers from the quartet comprised...

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EXTREME's NUNO BETTENCOURT Announces First-Ever 'Six String Sanctuary'

EXTREME guitarist Nuno Bettencourt has announced the first-ever "Nuno Bettencourt's Six String Sanctuary", a four-day celebration for guitarists and music lovers of every age, skill level, and style, set to take place January 16-20, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Whether you're a seasoned pro, just star...

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DRAGONFORCE's HERMAN LI Collaborates With PRS Guitars On PRS SE Chleo Signature Electric

The PRS SE Chleo is the result of an intimate collaboration between PRS Guitars and award-winning guitar player Herman Li. Li, best known for his work as one of the lead guitar players in the power metal band DRAGONFORCE, is a demanding guitarist known for his fast and precise playing style. Based o...

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SAMMY HAGAR And RIVAL SONS' JAY BUCHANAN To Perform At Stage Red Fontana Youth Music Foundation's Inaugural Gala

Rock legends and hometown heroes Sammy Hagar (pictured) and Jay Buchanan will headline the inaugural fundraising gala for the newly established Stage Red Fontana Youth Music Foundation on Wednesday, October 29, at Stage Red Fontana, located at 8463 Sierra Ave. in Fontana, California. The evening wil...