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SPONGE To Release Final Studio Album 'Recuerda Tu Muerte' In October; New Single 'Self Inflicted Loss' Out Now

Detroit-based rousers SPONGE today release their brand new single "Self Inflicted Loss", the first track off the band's forthcoming studio album titled "Recuerda Tu Muerte", due out on October 2. "Self Inflicted Loss" is a characteristically unflinching confessional with a tripped-out, dark groove....

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Watch: STANLEY SIMMONS, Featuring Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS, Kicks Off First-Ever U.S. Tour In Dallas

STANLEY SIMMONS, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — kicked off its first-ever U.S. tour last night (Monday, September 14) at Three Links Deep Ellum in Dallas, Texas. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen...

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YNGWIE J. MALMSTEEN Is Happy, Healthy And More Committed Than Ever To Doing It His Way

By David E. Gehlke Yngwie J. Malmsteen's decision to take on vocal duties 14 years ago hasn't been popular. Considering the volume of highly capable frontmen who have come and gone in his band, not to mention the stable of available veteran or up-and-coming lead singers who could do "I Am A Viking"...

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ADRIAN VANDENBERG: 'I'm Completely Healed' After Contracting Bacterial Infection

Acclaimed Dutch guitarist Adrian Vandenberg says that he is now "completely healed" after recently contracting a "bacterial infection". Earlier today (Sunday, September 13),Adrian released a video message in which he said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've got good news, and I got bad news...

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SHANE EMBURY's Heavy Metal Project ABSOLUTE POWER Shares 'Needs Must When The Devil Drives' Single Featuring TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS

ABSOLUTE POWER has shared the title track of its forthcoming second album, "Needs Must When The Devil Drives", due out on November 6, 2026 via Time To Kill Records. The song features former JUDAS PRIEST and ICED EARTH vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens, who contributes his unmistakable screams to one of th...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Says He Still Hasn't Heard From METALLICA About Whether They Like His Version Of 'Ride The Lightning'

In a new interview with California Post, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine once again spoke about his decision to include his version of "Ride The Lightning", the title track of METALLICA's 1984 album for which he got a co-writing credit following his 1983 departure from the band, on the final MEGADETH...

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BRANN DAILOR Explains Decision To Address BRENT HINDS's Death In 'The Mastodon In The Room' Documentary: 'I Was On The Fence About It'

In a new interview with The Break Down With Nath & Johnny, MASTODON drummer/vocalist Brann Dailor spoke about the recently released documentary titled "The Mastodon In The Room". In the emotional feature, Dailor, MASTODON bassist/vocalist Troy Sanders and guitarist Bill Kelliher addressed origin...

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DISTURBED's DAVID DRAIMAN Explains How His Jewish Identity Has Shaped His Professional Life

In the latest episode of The Brink podcast, DISTURBED frontman David Draiman joins podcast host Andrew Fox a deeply personal conversation about Hamas's October 7, 2023 attacks — which saw more Jews killed in a single day than any time since the Holocaust — antisemitism, Israel and why he has refused...

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STANLEY SIMMONS, Featuring Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS, Shares Music Video For New Single 'Cold

The official Jack Hackett-directed music video for "Cold", the latest single from STANLEY SIMMONS, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — can be seen below. "Cold" is taken from STANLEY SIMMONS's debut album, "Dan...

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RIK EMMETT Says First Leg Of TRIUMPH's 'Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded' Tour Was 'Unbelievably Great': 'I Did Not Expect It To Be As Good As It Was'

In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, TRIUMPH singer/guitarist Rik Emmett spoke about the legendary Canadian rockers' recently completed first tour in more than 30 years. For the 2026 trek, TRIUMPH's original members Emmett and drummer/vocalist Gil Moore were joined by gu...

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IRON MAIDEN's 'Eddie's Dive Bar' Pre-Show Events Are Coming To The U.S.

The U.S. leg of IRON MAIDEN's "Run For Your Lives" world tour kicks off on September 5 in New Jersey, and with it comes the first Eddie's Dive Bar experiences to happen Stateside. Overseas, these meetups offer passionate IRON MAIDEN fans a chance to "Up The Irons" and raise a pint before IRON MAIDEN...

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JOHN BUSH: 'I Champion' The Fact That ARMORED SAINT Has Kept Same Lineup For More Than Three And A Half Decades

In a new interview with Stevie J of TotalRock, ARMORED SAINT vocalist John Bush was asked how he and his bandmates have managed to keep their lineup almost entirely intact for most of their four-decade-plus existence. John responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, I'm not gonna say that...

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GWAR Is Coming To 'Mutant Football League 2'

You prayed. GWAR heard. And they're coming. Digital Dreams Entertainment Inc. is thrilled to announce Mutant Football League 2: Antarctica Scumdogs, a brand-new DLC pack starring the boundary-breaking metal band, launching for PlayStation 5, Steam, and XBOX Series X|S in October 2026. GWAR tore a ne...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Has Learned How To 'Tour Smarter, Not Harder': 'We Know Where The Sweet Spot And The Joy And The Fun Of It Is'

In a recent interview with Stefan Nilsson of Roppongi Rocks, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke about his involvement with METAL CHURCH's new lineup, in which he is joined by founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof, longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, powerhouse drummer Ken Mary (FLOTSAM AND JE...

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HELLOWEEN's KAI HANSEN Shares 'Wait And See' Single From Upcoming 'Born With A Hammer' Solo Album

With "Wait And See", Kai Hansen releases the third single from his upcoming solo album "Born With A Hammer". After the speed, freedom and rock 'n' roll spirit of "Welcome To Life", the new track turns towards the heavier side of the album and immediately feels darker, tighter and more intense. At it...