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SAXON's BIFF BYFORD: 'We're Just As Well-Known As IRON MAIDEN; We're Just Not As Successful'

In a new interview with El Cuartel Del Metal, Biff Byford was asked for his opinion on some fans' assertion that SAXON is a vastly underrated band. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think they get confused with successful. Nobody can be bigger than IRON MAIDEN in the metal scene, espe...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Celebrates 59th Birthday By Attending METALLICA's 'No Repeat Weekend' In Detroit

Former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson celebrated his 59th birthday by attending METALLICA's "No Repeat Weekend" shows at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. Earlier today (Monday, November 13), Ellefson shared a few photos of him at the two METALLICA concerts, which were held on Friday and Sunday...

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Watch: GLENN HUGHES And CHAD SMITH Perform DEEP PURPLE Classics In São Paulo, Brazil

According to Brazilian music journalist Igor Miranda, Glenn Hughes was joined by Chad Smith (RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS) during his performance last night (Saturday, November 11) at the VIP Station in São Paulo, Brazil. Smith played the DEEP PURPLE classics "Highway Star" and "Burn" with the former PURPL...

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METALLICA's JAMES HETFIELD Signs Copies Of 'Messengers' Book In Detroit: Video, Photos

METALLICA's James Hetfield signed copies of the book "Messengers: The Guitars Of James Hetfield" earlier today (Saturday, November 11) at Third Man Records Cass Corridor in Detroit, Michigan. Photos and video taken at the signing can be found below. This was Hetfield's second "Messengers" book-signi...

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THE GEMS Feat. Former THUNDERMOTHER Members: 'P.S.Y.C.H.O.' Single Out Now

THE GEMS, the new Swedish rock band featuring former THUNDERMOTHER members Guernica Mancini (vocals),Emlee Johansson (drums) and Mona Lindgren (bass),will release its debut album, "Phoenix", on January 26, 2024 via Napalm Records. The official music video for the trio's third single, "P.S.Y.C.H.O....

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THE RODS To Release New Studio Album, 'Rattle The Cage', In January

Veteran metallers THE RODS have signed with Massacre Records. The band's new studio album, titled "Rattle The Cage", will be available as a CD digipak, limited vinyl LP and digital formats on January 12, 2024. THE RODS are a storied heavy metal band that rocked their way through the '80s with a powe...

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BLACKIE LAWLESS Denies Using Backing Tapes For His Lead Vocals: 'As A Singer, I Take A Lot Of Pride In What I Do'

In a new interview with Canada's The Metal Voice, W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless was once again asked about complaints from some of the band's fans about the use of backing tracks during the group's live performances. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "The conclusion that I came...

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IRON MAIDEN Partners With Z2 For 40th-Anniversary Celebration Of 'Piece Of Mind'

40 years have passed since the release of IRON MAIDEN's groundbreaking fourth studio album "Piece Of Mind". Issued in 1983, "Piece Of Mind" was the band's first album to enter the U.S. Billboard Top 20, peaking at No. 14, achieving RIAA platinum certification in the U.S. More than an album, it was a...

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IRON MAIDEN's BRUCE DICKINSON To Star In ABBA Tribute Band Horror Movie

According to Deadline, IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson will star in a new horror movie called "Bjorn Of The Dead". The film was written by Bruce's son Austin Dickinson and is based on an original story by Andrew Prendergast, who is producing the movie, along with Austin Dickinson. Directed by Elz...

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DON DOKKEN Rules Out Autobiography: 'I Don't Wanna Throw Anybody Under The Bus'

In a new interview with Rockin' Metal Revival, DOKKEN leader Don Dokken spoke about the possibility of writing an autobiography. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've had offers for decades. A lot of bands write their — they call their autobiography, like [MÖTLEY CRÜE's] 'The Dirt' and...

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BRUCE DICKINSON Announces New Solo Single 'Afterglow Of Ragnarok', 2024 European Tour

Having set the rock and metal world alight in September with the announcement of a forthcoming solo album and Latin American tour dates, further details of Bruce Dickinson's "The Mandrake Project" are revealed today. The first single to be taken from it will be "Afterglow Of Ragnarok" (due on Decemb...

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Photos: METALLICA's JAMES HETFIELD Signs Copies Of 'Messengers' Book In St. Louis

METALLICA's James Hetfield signed copies of the book "Messengers: The Guitars Of James Hetfield" on Saturday, November 4 at Left Bank Books in St. Louis, Missouri. Several fans who attended the event have since shared photos taken at the signing. You can check out their public Facebook posts below....

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IRON MAIDEN Shares 'Stranger In A Strange Land' Video From 2023 'The Future Past Tour'

British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN have shared a professionally filmed video for their song "Stranger In A Strange Land", shot on the 2023 leg of "The Future Past Tour". The clip, which features audio from MAIDEN's August 2023 appearance at the Wacken Open Air festival in Wacken, Germany can be...

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ATREYU Releases 'Forevermore' Music Video

ATREYU has released the official music video for "Forevermore". The song is taken from the final installment of the band's three-part EP series, "A Torch In The Dark", which is being made available today (Friday, November 3),leading into "The Beautiful Dark Of Life" album, out on December 8 via Spi...

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RAFAEL BITTENCOURT On ANGRA's Reign Atop Brazilian Power Metal: 'We Want Songs That Will Last For Decades'

By David E. Gehlke ANGRA kicked open the door for Brazilian power metal 30 years ago with its "Angels Cry" debut. Keeping it open, however, has proved to be difficult. The band's classic early lineup, fronted by the dashing André Matos, became a sensation in their home continent and Europe but disso...