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ANDREW W.K. Signs With NAPALM RECORDS
Napalm Records has announced the signing of Andrew W.K. to an exclusive worldwide recording contract. The label said in a statement: "We at Napalm Records are thrilled to propel Andrew W.K. to new heights, having been longtime fans of the work since the beginning. To say partnering (and partying) wi...October 14, 2020
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TESTAMENT's ALEX SKOLNICK Shares Another Anti-DONALD TRUMP Rap Song 'Wear A F**king Mask'
TESTAMENT guitarist Alex Skolnick, who has been an outspoken critic of America's 45th president on social media, has released another anti-Donald Trump song called "Wear A Fucking Mask". Skolnick explains: "My recent homespun rap track 'Trump Sucks' got so much attention, from being labelled 'an ant...October 13, 2020
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FUNKO To Release 'Pop! Rocks' Figure Based On Cover Model Of BLACK SABBATH's First Album
The popular vinyl collectible company Funko — best known for its big-headed Pop! figures — will release a new figure based on the woman on the cover of BLACK SABBATH's first album. The figure is available for pre-order now, with an expected ship date of December 26. Earlier this year, "Black Sabbath...October 12, 2020
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CARMINE APPICE: 'JOHN BONHAM Told Me I Was One Of His Influences'
In a new interview with the "Aftershocks" podcast, legendary drummer Carmine Appice was asked if it's important for him to keep the legacy of John Bonham (LED ZEPPELIN) alive through his recordings and live performances. He responded (see video below): "Well, for me, it's different, because I was ar...October 12, 2020
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ARMORED SAINT's JOEY VERA Was 'Honored' To Be Asked To Fill In For Late MERCYFUL FATE Bassist TIMI HANSEN
In a recent interview with Matt Coe of Dead Rhetoric, ARMORED SAINT bassist Joey Vera was asked how he planned to juggle the proposed 2021 touring responsibilities between ARMORED SAINT and reformed Danish metal legends MERCYFUL FATE. In 2019, it was announced Vera would be replacing original MERCYF...October 12, 2020
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AC/DC: First Look At Deluxe 'Power Up' Lightbox
AC/DC will release its long-awaited comeback album, "Power Up", on November 13. The follow-up to 2014's "Rock Or Bust" features AC/DC's reunited lineup of Brian Johnson (vocals),Phil Rudd (drums),Cliff Williams (bass),Angus Young (guitar) and Stevie Young (guitar). Johnson and Williams both left...October 10, 2020
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DEATH ANGEL Covers QUEEN + DAVID BOWIE's 'Under Pressure' On New Digital EP
Fresh off of their recent Grammy nomination for "Best Metal Performance", veteran San Fancisco Bay Area metallers DEATH ANGEL descend to unveil their autumn 2020 EP: "Under Pressure". Containing four tracks of both new and reinvented melodies, the variety emitted from this next addition to the DEATH...October 9, 2020
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TRIVIUM Frontman MATT HEAFY Releases 'My Mother Told Me' 3-Track Solo Bundle
Matthew Kiichi Heafy, the Japanese-American musician best known as the guitarist and lead vocalist for the Grammy-nominated heavy metal band TRIVIUM, has released new solo material. The three-track "My Mother Told Me" bundle is available today on all streaming platforms. "My Mother Told Me" is a cov...October 9, 2020
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DWEEZIL ZAPPA On EDDIE VAN HALEN: 'For Many, He Will Always Be The King'
Dweezil Zappa has paid tribute to Eddie Van Halen, who passed away on Tuesday (October 6) at the age of 65. Earlier today (Thursday, October 8),the son of Frank Zappa took to his official web site to write, in part: "Music was changed forever when Edward Van Halen was introduced to the world and no...October 8, 2020
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KING DIAMOND Is Hard At Work On New Albums From MERCYFUL FATE, KING DIAMOND
Danish heavy metal legend King Diamond has confirmed to Knotfest.com that he is hard at work not only on the new album from his namesake band, but the first LP in the 21st century from the reformed MERCYFUL FATE as well. King stated: "I've recently moved into a new house with a studio upstairs which...October 8, 2020
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AVENGED SEVENFOLD Is Using Coronavirus Downtime To 'Meticulously Work On Music' For Next Album
AVENGED SEVENFOLD has been using the downtime during the COVID-19 pandemic to "meticulously work on music" for the long-awaited follow-up to 2016's "The Stage" album. AVENGED SEVENFOLD kept a low profile during 2019 and will likely not return to the road until next year. A blood blister on singer M....October 7, 2020
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Hear AC/DC's Comeback Single 'Shot In The Dark'
AC/DC has released "Shot In The Dark", the first single from the band's long-awaited comeback album, "Power Up", which is due on November 13. The follow-up to 2014's "Rock Or Bust" features AC/DC's 2020 lineup of Brian Johnson (vocals),Phil Rudd (drums),Cliff Williams (bass),Angus Young (guitar)...October 7, 2020
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Rockers React To Passing Of EDDIE VAN HALEN
Paul Stanley (KISS),Gene Simmons (KISS),David Coverdale (WHITESNAKE),Neal Schon (JOURNEY),Richie Faulkner (JUDAS PRIEST) and Flea (RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS) are among the rockers who have reacted on social media to the passing of Eddie Van Halen. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist died earlier today...October 6, 2020
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BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION Is Still Planning To Work On Fifth Studio Album
In a recent interview with Marci Wiser of 95.5 KLOS radio station, vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, THE DEAD DAISIES) spoke about the possibility of a fifth studio album with BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION, the band he formed with guitarist Joe Bonamassa, drummer Jason Bonham (LED ZEPPELIN) and...October 6, 2020
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AC/DC's 'PWR/UP' Album Gets Official Release Date; BRIAN JOHNSON And CLIFF WILLIAMS Discuss Recording Process
AC/DC will release its long-awaited new studio album, "PWR/UP", on November 13. The first single from the disc, "Shot In The Dark", will arrive on Wednesday, October 7 at 12:00 a.m. EDT / 9:00 p.m. PDT (Tuesday night). The follow-up to 2014's "Rock Or Bust" features AC/DC's 2020 lineup of Brian John...October 6, 2020
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