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METAL CHURCH's KURDT VANDERHOOF Refuses To 'Talk Smack' About Ex-Bandmates MARC LOPES And STET HOWLAND: 'If They Have An Issue, That's Fine'
In a new interview with Pete Pardo and Lynne Versaci of Sea Of Tranquility, founding METAL CHURCH guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof spoke about the band's new lineup, in which he is joined by longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, bass icon David Ellefson (MEGADETH),powerhouse drummer Ken Mary (FLOTSAM AND JET...February 14, 2026
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Ex-WHITESNAKE Guitarist ADRIAN VANDENBERG 'Wasn't Really Surprised' By DAVID COVERDALE's Retirement Announcement
In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, Dutch guitarist Adrian Vandenberg, who was a member of WHITESNAKE from 1987 to 1990, and again from 1994 to 1997, was asked if he was surprised last November when WHITESNAKE leader David Coverdale announced he was retiring, not just from music, but from s...February 14, 2026
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GHOST Shares Music Video For 'Umbra'
GHOST is sending the world a Valentine in the form of the steamy new video for "Umbra", a track from the band's international No. 1 album "Skeletá" that currently has packed arenas full of GHOST fans clamoring for more cowbell. Directed by Amir Chamdin, the "Umbra" clip follows the trajectory of a s...February 13, 2026
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METAL CHURCH Shares 'Brainwash Game' Single From Upcoming 'Dead To Rights' Album
West Coast thrash metal legends METAL CHURCH will release their 13th studio album, "Dead To Rights", on April 10 via Rat Pak Records. The album marks the first release from the band's latest lineup, featuring founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof alongside longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, joined by...February 13, 2026
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LIFE OF AGONY Releases Live Video For 'Don't You (Forget About Me)', A Darker Reimagining Of Iconic 'Breakfast Club' Hit
Brooklyn, New York's LIFE OF AGONY has released a powerful new live music video capturing their emotionally charged cover of "Don't You (Forget About Me)", the SIMPLE MINDS anthem made famous by its appearance in the 1985 John Hughes film "The Breakfast Club". Filmed during the band's "30 Years Of U...February 13, 2026
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PHIL CAMPBELL's 'Health' Forces Cancelation Of PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS Shows In Australia And Europe
PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS, the band featuring former MOTÖRHEAD guitarist Phil Campbell alongside his sons Todd, Dane and Tyla has canceled its previously announced shows in Australia and Europe from March to May "due to medical advice Phil has just received". PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD S...February 13, 2026
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THREE DAYS GRACE's ADAM GONTIER Doesn't Think 'Legit' Artists Have 'Too Much' To Worry About When It Comes To A.I.
In a new interview with Lyndsey Marie of the 93Xradio station, THREE DAYS GRACE frontman Adam Gontier was asked if rock music has become "more emotionally honest" since the late 1990s and early 2000s. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, I don't know. That's a good question, 'ca...February 12, 2026
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ANTHRAX's Long-Awaited New Studio Album Is Tentatively Due In May 2026, Says FRANK BELLO
ANTHRAX's long-awaited new studio album is tentatively due in May in North America via Megaforce and in Europe through Nuclear Blast. The mixing sessions, as well as some of the recording sessions, for the LP took place at Dave Grohl's Studio 606 in Northridge, California. ANTHRAX once again worked...February 11, 2026
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W.A.S.P. Announces '1984 To Headless' 2026 North American Tour With KK'S PRIEST
W.A.S.P. has announced the "1984 To Headless" 2026 U.S. and Canada Tour with KK'S PRIEST as very special guest. The tour kicks off on September 10 in California and runs through October 31. W.A.S.P. will be playing the hits from the band's first four albums. Selected hits from W.A.S.P.'s first four...February 11, 2026
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THE MELVINS And NAPALM DEATH Join Forces For 'Savage Imperial Death March' Collaborative Album
THE MELVINS and NAPALM DEATH have joined forces for "Savage Imperial Death March", due on April 10 via Ipecac Recordings. The effort is described in a press release as "a true collaboration — not a split, but a new album featuring members of both bands." The album shares its name with the two bands'...February 11, 2026
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JOHN 5 Announces First-Ever Solo European Tour For May 2026
Guitarist John 5 will bring his extraordinary talents to Europe in May 2026. Apart from a few shows in 2016, this is John's first-ever solo tour in these territories. For over 30 years, John 5 has been one of the most in-demand guitar players on the planet. John has shared stages and recording studi...February 11, 2026
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MANOWAR Is 'Deeply Saddened' By ROSS 'THE BOSS' FRIEDMAN's ALS Diagnosis
MANOWAR has reacted to the news that the legendary metal band's founding guitarist Ross "The Boss" Friedman has been diagnosed with ALS, also known as known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. Earlier today (Tuesday, February 10),MANOWAR shared the following statement via social media: "We heard the terrible...February 10, 2026
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Japanese Metal Veterans LOUDNESS Announce 45th-Anniversary Shows For U.S. And Europe
After launching their 45th-anniverary celebrations in December, Japanese metal veterans LOUDNESS have announced a series of shows for this spring and summer, covering the U.S., Japan and Europe. Confirmed tour dates are as follows: March 19-21 - Hell's Heroes 2026 - Houston, TX March 22 - The Rock B...February 10, 2026
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MASTERPLAN Shares 'Chase The Light' Single From Upcoming 'Metalmorphosis' Album
Power metal legends MASTERPLAN, who are led by former HELLOWEEN guitarist Roland Grapow, will release their new studio album, "Metalmorphosis", on June 26, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the announcement, the band has share a new single and accompanying video, "Chase The Light", availabl...February 10, 2026
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STATUS QUO's FRANCIS ROSSI Achieves European Chart Success With 'The Accidental' Solo Album
STATUS QUO founder and frontman Francis Rossi has achieves notable chart success across Europe with his new studio album "The Accidental". In the U.K., the album debuted in several Top 10 charts, including No. 5 on both the CD album chart and Independent Album chart. In Germany, the album reached No...February 9, 2026














