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FINGER ELEVEN Releases Title Track Of Upcoming 'Last Night On Earth' Album

One of the best-selling Canadian bands of all time, multi-platinum rockers FINGER ELEVEN are bringing more new music to their legions of fans with the release of "Last Night On Earth". Released today (September 19),it's the title track from their first new studio album in a decade, due out November...

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NIKKI SIXX Explains MÖTLEY CRÜE's Absence From OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert: 'We Couldn't Do It Even If We Wanted To'

In a new interview with Billboard, MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx spoke about his band's absence from the Ozzy Osbourne/BLACK SABBATH "Back To The Beginning" farewell concert, which took place July 5 in Birmingham, England, two weeks before Osbourne passed away at the age of 76. "It was something we...

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SAMMY HAGAR Says He Was 'Very Disappointed' With His 'Flying High Again' Performance At 'Back To The Beginning': 'I Choked'

During a September 16 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", legendary rocker Sammy Hagar reflected on his participation in the "Back To The Beginning" charity event on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom, which marked Ozzy Osbourne and BLACK SABBATH's final perform...

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THE SMASHING PUMPKINS Release New Song 'Chrome Jets'

Two-time Grammy Award-winning iconic rock band THE SMASHING PUMPKINS have released a new song, "Chrome Jets". Originally recorded during the creative process for their celebrated "Aghori Mhori Mei" album, the track now sees the light of day as a special release for fans. In celebration of the releas...

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Watch: THE SMASHING PUMPKINS' BILLY CORGAN Hosts 'Machina' Weekend Commemorating 25th Anniversary

This past weekend, Madame Zuzu's tea shop in Highland Park, Illinois was transformed into a time capsule dedicated to the 25th anniversary of "Machina", a heartfelt tribute brought to life by THE SMASHING PUMPKINS frontman Billy Corgan and Chloe Mendel Corgan. From August 30 to 31, fans were welcome...

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MIKE WENGREN Reflects On DISTURBED's Early Years: 'We Were A Self-Promotion Machine'

In a recent interview with David Frangioni of Modern Drummer, DISTURBED's Mike Wengren reflected on the band's rise from Chicago clubs to global stages. ‬He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "August of '96 is when we basically formed DISTURBED. Myself and Dan Donegan, the guitar pla...

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BLACK SABBATH's TONY IOMMI Appears At Gibson Garage London For Intimate Interview And Performance: Photos, Video

This week, Gibson hosted a very special event to celebrate Tony Iommi, the legendary guitarist of BLACK SABBATH, and launch the return of his Tony Iommi Signature Humbucker out now from the Gibson Pickup Shop. Music fans gathered at the Gibson Garage London for an intimate interview with Iommi — mod...

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MASTODON Will 'Definitely' Record A Studio Version Of BLACK SABBATH's 'Supernaut': 'We Have To'

At this year's Bloodstock Open Air festival in the United Kingdom, MASTODON's Brann Dailor and Bill Kelliher took some time out with Bloodstock TV host Oran O'Beirne to talk about their experience performing at the "Back To The Beginning" event, celebrating the life of Ozzy Osbourne and BLACK SABBAT...

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TONY IOMMI: 'The Godfather Of Heavy Metal' Limited Series Coming This Fall From GIBSON FILMS

"Iommi: The Godfather Of Heavy Metal", a new limited series from Gibson Films, is coming this autumn to Gibson TV. A trailer for the series can now be seen below. Parents hated it. Their kids loved it. After the Summer Of Love began to fade, an ominous new sound emerged from the smokestacks of Birmi...

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Giants and Monsters

Defying the odds has become something of a purposeful pastime for HELLOWEEN. Unlike the majority of late-career reunions, the Germans' 2016 reconfiguration has neither disappointed nor fizzled out. Instead, the return of singer Michael Kiske and guitarist (and former frontman) Kai Hansen has led to...

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MICHAEL KISKE Is Happy And At Peace During HELLOWEEN's Historic Reunion: 'You Can Only Write Stories Like This'

By David E. Gehlke HELLOWEEN's 2017 reunion with vocalist Michael Kiske and guitarist/vocalist Kai Hansen, and subsequent joyously successful "Pumpkins United" world tour, followed by their brilliant 2021 self-titled album, is unquestionably one of the best metal stories in recent memory. The reinte...

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TOM MORELLO On 'Back To The Beginning': 'The Goal Was To Make It The Greatest Day In The History Of Heavy Metal'

During a new appearance on "Whiplash", the KLOS radio show hosted by Full Metal Jackie, RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello reflected on his role as the "curator" for BLACK SABBATH's all-star "Back To The Beginning" farewell show, which also marked Ozzy Osbourne's final performance. Asked...

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CHERIE CURRIE On Decision To Stop Touring: 'There Just Comes A Time When You Have To Say 'Enough''

In a new interview with The Rockpit, Cherie Currie, the trailblazing rock icon and former frontwoman of the groundbreaking band THE RUNAWAYS, spoke about her decision to embark on her final Australian tour. Set to take place in September, the trek will mark the first time Currie has graced Australia...

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SCORPIONS Share 'Blackout' Performance Video From Upcoming 'Coming Home Live' Album

A performance video of the song "Blackout" from "Coming Home Live", the upcoming live album from the SCORPIONS, can be seen below. Throughout their phenomenal career, the SCORPIONS have played in countless stadiums around the world. To mark their 60th anniversary, the band, for the first time, perfo...

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FINGER ELEVEN Announces 'Last Night On Earth' Album Details, Shares New Song 'Blue Sky Mystery'

FINGER ELEVEN, one of the best-selling Canadian bands of all time, is experiencing a vibrant, full circle moment. The multi-platinum Juno Award-winning group — Scott Anderson (vocals),James Black (lead guitar, backing vocals),Rick Jackett (rhythm guitar),Sean Anderson (bass),Steve Molella (drums...