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Radio Promotion Powerhouse SKATEBOARD MARKETING Celebrates 35th Anniversary

Founded 35 years ago on August 12, 1991 by Munsey Ricci (pictured below),Skateboard Marketing has operated at the heart of hard rock, heavy metal, and heavy music culture, working across commercial, satellite, syndicated, and college radio to break new artists and support legacy acts for three and...

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NIGHT RANGER's BRAD GILLIS Explains Why He Wasn't Part Of OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert

In a new interview with Jimmy Kay and Alan Dixon of Canada's The Metal Voice, NIGHT RANGER guitarist Brad Gillis — who the pressure-packed job back in 1982 of replacing Randy Rhoads after Ozzy Osbourne's virtuoso guitarist died in a plane crash — was asked why he wasn't part of Ozzy's final concert,...

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Ex-MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP Singer GARY JOHN BARDEN Releases Title Track Of Upcoming 'Empowered Emotions' Album

Legendary singer Gary John Barden will release his new studio album, "Empowered Emotions", on September 18, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. The official visualizer for the LP's second single, the "Empowered Emotions" title track, can be seen below. "Empowered Emotions" is a powerful new studio album t...

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MÖTLEY CRÜE's NIKKI SIXX: 'I Don't Believe In Making Full-Length Records Anymore'

In a new interview with Joann Butler In Studio With..., MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist and main songwriter Nikki Sixx was asked if he has a favorite album or song that he made during his four-and-a-half-decade career with the band. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "They all mean something dif...

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STYX Announces Full Schedule For Second Annual 'Rockin' In Paradise With Styx & Friends' Beach Weekend

Topeka, a leader in U.S.-based music destination vacations, announced exciting new additions to the 2026 "Rockin' In Paradise With Styx & Friends" beach weekend, returning to Miramar Beach, Florida, October 8-10, 2026. New for 2026, the three-day music vacation welcomes three legendary yacht roc...

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See Trailer For TRAVIS BARKER Documentary 'Louder Than Fear'

"Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear", a raw and redemptive portrait of legendary artist, drummer and producer Travis Barker, will debut August 13 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S., and on Disney+ internationally. A trailer for the film can be seen below. In the documentary,...

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CROSSBONE SKULLY Recruits DEF LEPPARD's PHIL COLLEN And Legendary Producer ROBERT JOHN 'MUTT' LANGE For 'Thunder Love' Single

CROSSBONE SKULLY has released a brand new single, "Thunder Love", featuring DEF LEPPARD's Phil Collen. Capturing a thunder-shaking midnight encounter between two sinners, the song is a shot of lightning and lust-fueled chemistry, delivering the first strike from CROSSBONE SKULLY's upcoming sophomore...

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NIKKI SIXX Explains MÖTLEY CRÜE's Use Of Backing Tracks During Live Shows: 'We Do Play 100% Live'

MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx has shot down claims that he and his bandmates don't perform live during their concerts. Sixx addressed MÖTLEY CRÜE's alleged use of pre-recorded tapes while responding to a fan during a question-and-answer session on X (formerly Twitter). Asked why MÖTLEY CRÜE uses ba...

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GLENN HUGHES Announces Retirement From Touring And Live Performances

Legendary DEEP PURPLE bassist/vocalist and Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Glenn Hughes has announced his retirement from touring and live performances. Upon his doctor's advice, Glenn, who will turn 75 later this month, will have to undergo heart surgery and has made the difficult decision to s...

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PRONG Shares New Single 'The Banner' From Upcoming Self-Titled Album

Following the announcement of their forthcoming self-titled Napalm Records debut, out November 6, New York alternative metal veterans PRONG return to give fans their first taste of blood off the new record with "The Banner". The incendiary album opener takes off at full throttle, with machine tight...

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TOMMY THAYER And DORO PESCH To Appear At '50 Years Of Kiss In Germany' Official KISS Fan Celebration

The "50 Years Of Kiss In Germany: Official Fan Celebration" will take place on October 30, 2026 at Mitsubishi Electric Halle in Düsseldorf, Germany KISS lead guitarist Tommy Thayer will appear as the event's featured special guest, joining the KISS tribute act KISS FOREVER BAND during its live set....

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SUM 41 Frontman DERYCK WHIBLEY's Clothing Brand 'Walking Disaster' Releases Third Design Drop

SUM 41 frontman and international bestselling author Deryck Whibley has released the third capsule from his clothing brand Walking Disaster. The new collection is available now at walkingdisaster.com. The release follows an exciting weekend for the brand at Vans Warped Tour Long Beach, where a masco...

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GEEZER BUTLER Says He And Other Members Of BLACK SABBATH Were 'Surprised' By Success Of 'Heaven And Hell' Album

During an appearance on the latest episode of the "100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal" podcast, hosted by Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel, BLACK SABBATH bassist Geezer Butler, who took on the role of the band's primary lyricist from its inception, once again said that he had no qualms about lett...

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MÖTLEY CRÜE's TOMMY LEE Looks Back On Legal Battle With MICK MARS: 'That Whole Thing Was Awkward And Really Hurtful'

During an appearance on Billy Corgan's "The Magnificent Others" podcast, MÖTLEY CRÜE drummer Tommy Lee reflected on the "hurtful" legal battle between MÖTLEY CRÜE's founding guitarist Mick Mars and his longtime bandmates over Mick's exit from the CRÜE. When Mars, who suffers from Ankylosing Spondyli...

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KAMELOT Shares 'Godlike Alchemy' Single From Upcoming 'Dark Asylum' Album

Following the release of the triumphant debut single "Ashen World" — chosen as one of Metal Hammer's best tracks of the week — KAMELOT reveals the second single from their forthcoming masterpiece, "Dark Asylum", out August 28 via Napalm Records. The grandiose "Godlike Alchemy" emerges larger than li...