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PARADISE LOST Parts Ways With Drummer GUIDO ZIMA MONTANARINI

British gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST have parted ways with their drummer of the past two years, Guido Zima Montanarini. Earlier today (Thursday, May 29),PARADISE LOST released the following statement via social media: "We've made the difficult creative decision to part ways with our drummer,...

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OZZY OSBOURNE On His Final Concert: 'All I Can Say Is I'm Giving 120%' To Get Ready For The Show

On the latest episode of SiriusXM's Ozzy Speaks, Ozzy Osbourne and co-host Billy Morrison talked about Ozzy's final performance, set for July 5 in his original hometown of Birmingham, England. Ozzy also reflected on the significance of the show, shared stories, played music from the bands performing...

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ZAKK WYLDE Says PANTERA Is 'The Gold Standard In Their Genre Of Extreme Metal'

Legendary guitarist Zakk Wylde (OZZY OSBOURNE, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, PANTERA) is the latest guest on Billy Corgan's podcast, "The Magnificent Others". Corgan and Wylde discuss their shared love of classic rock influences like BLACK SABBATH, Jimi Hendrix and Elton John, and the challenges of forging a...

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W.A.S.P.'s BLACKIE LAWLESS Hopes To Release His Autobiography In 2026

In a brand new interview with Eonmusic, W.A.S.P. leader Blackie Lawless has said that new music is "on the back burner", but that his autobiography will surface soon. Lawless made his comments while speaking ahead of the shock rockers' 40th-anniversary "Album ONE Alive" tour, which hits Europe in Ju...

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FIREHOUSE Releases First Song With New Singer NATE PECK, 'Mighty Fine Lady'; Promises More Fresh Music

FIREHOUSE has just released a new single called "Mighty Fine Lady". The song marks the band's first release with FIREHOUSE's new lead vocalist Nate Peck, 2023 "American Idol" golden ticket recipient from Season 21, who officially joined the group last May. He replaced late FIREHOUSE frontman C.J. Sn...

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BEN WEINMAN On THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN Reunion Shows: 'We're Just Having A Great Time'

Founding THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN guitarist Ben Weinman spoke to Australia's Metal-Roos about the band's return to the stage for the first time since 2017 for special reunion shows celebrating the 25th anniversary of THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN's 1999 debut, "Calculating Infinity". The first THE DILL...

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Watch: Ex-SKID ROW Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL Rejoins H.E.A.T On Stage In Madrid

Ex-SKID ROW singer Erik Grönwall rejoined his former band H.E.A.T on stage this past Friday (May 23) at La Riviera in Madrid, Spain to perform three songs: "Breaking The Silence", "Inferno" and "Living On The Run". Fan-filmed video of the show — which was professionally recorded for future DVD and B...

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RON 'BUMBLEFOOT' THAL: 'Music Does What Politics Can't; It Brings People Together When They're Divided'

In a new interview with The Music Heals, former GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal spoke about the healing and unifying nature of music in the world. Asked how music has helped him personally get through the tough times, both as a listener and as a musician, Thal said (as transcribed by B...

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BUCKCHERRY's JOSH TODD: 'I Had To Work Like An Animal' To Be A Successful Touring Musician

During an appearance on a recent episode of the Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz, BUCKCHERRY frontman Josh Todd was asked when he and his bandmates realized that they were "genreless" and category-less" and that they "didn't necessarily have any peers anymore." He responded (as transcribed by BLABB...

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GUS G. On BLACK SABBATH's Final Concert: 'It's The Biggest Heavy Metal Festival Ever Put Together'

In a new interview with Seb Di Gatto of The Metal Gods Meltdown, Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G., who served as Ozzy Osbourne's lead guitarist from 2009 to 2017, was asked about the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity event, which will take place on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingd...

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THE WHO Announces Support Acts For 'The Song Is Over' North American Farewell Tour, Adds Second Chicago Show

Rock And Roll Hall Of Famers THE WHO have confirmed a powerful lineup of special guests set to join them on their final North American run, "The Song Is Over Tour". Artists including BILLY BOB THORNTON AND THE BOXMASTERS, Billy Idol, Booker T. Jones, CANDLEBOX, FEIST, Joe Bonamassa, THE JOE PERRY PR...

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BUCKCHERRY's STEVIE D.: 'We Were One Of The Last Rock And Roll Bands To Do Double-Platinum Numbers In Sales'

In a new interview with Peter Kerr of Rock Daydream Nation, BUCKCHERRY guitarist Stevie Dacanay (a.k.a. Stevie D.) was asked why he thinks the band's 2005 album "15" was so successful, with hit singles like "Crazy Bitch" and "Sorry" eventually resulting in the LP becoming certified double platinum i...

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Watch: GENE SIMMONS BAND Performs In Niagara Falls During Spring/Summer 2025 U.S. Tour

On Thursday, May 15, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons and his solo band, GENE SIMMONS BAND, performed at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. Fan-filmed video of the entire concert can be seen below. Featured songs: * Deuce (KISS cover) * Shout It Out Loud (KISS cov...

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Watch: SCOTT IAN, DANNY LILKER And JAMEY JASTA Perform STORMTROOPERS OF DEATH Classics At MILWAUKEE METAL FEST

STORMBREEDERS OF DEATH, a tribute to the mid-1980s politically incorrect project STORMTROOPERS OF DEATH (S.O.D.),performed at this year's Milwaukee Metal Fest on Friday, May 16 at The Rave / Eagles Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The STORMBREEDERS OF DEATH lineup for this special performance consiste...

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BUCKCHERRY's JOSH TODD Says He Meditates And Exercises Every Day For His Mental Health

In a new interview with Neeka Rogers of Metal Nation, BUCKCHERRY frontman Josh Todd was asked If there are some things that he does for his mental health, for balance, for his self-care, so that way he doesn't burn out. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, first and foremost, a...