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SHINEDOWN's ERIC BASS: Seeing STUCK MOJO Play Live In Mid-1990s 'Changed My Trajectory Completely'

In a new interview with "Paltrocast" host Darren Paltrowitz, SHINEDOWN bassist Eric Bass was asked if there was a particular band that got him to go from listening to music as a fan to deciding to pursue music professionally. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "VAN HALEN, man. And he...

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GENE SIMMONS On Performing With His Solo Band: 'There's A Magic That Happens Up There That Words Don't Describe'

During an appearance on a recent episode of Billboard's "Behind The Setlist" podcast, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons spoke about how he now tours and performs with his solo band. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I thought I could stay away from the stage [after the completion...

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POISON's RIKKI ROCKETT Shares His Secret To Keeping A Band Together

During a recent appearance on The Patrick LabyorSheaux With Patrick Labyorteaux, POISON drummer Rikki Rockett spoke about why Slash wasn't chosen to be the guitarist in POISON when he auditioned for the band prior to joining GUNS N' ROSES in 1985. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don...

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RUSH's ALEX LIFESON Presented With 'Lifetime Achievement Award' By NATIONAL GUITAR MUSEUM

The National Guitar Museum announced that Alex Lifeson, one of the most revered rock guitarists of the past 50 years, will receive its annual "Lifetime Achievement" Award for 2024. Lifeson is the fifteenth recipient of the award. A founding member of the band RUSH — known for its extraordinary level...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS On The State Of The Touring Industry: 'It's Tough All Over The World'

In a new interview with Sense Music Media, former JUDAS PRIEST and current KK'S PRIEST vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens, who is preparing to tour Australia with his solo band, was asked for his opinion on the touring industry at the moment, particularly as it relates to heavy metal bands. He responded (a...

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CHEVELLE Is Hoping To Release New Single 'In The Next Month'

During an appearance on the latest episode of the "Anti-Heroes With Zach Blair" podcast, CHEVELLE frontman and main songwriter Pete Loeffler spoke about the status of the band's new studio album, which is tentatively due in early 2025. The follow-up to 2021's "Niratias" will mark CHEVELLE's first re...

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SAMMY HAGAR Says It Took Him Three Weeks To Write Speech For FOREIGNER At ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Induction

Sammy Hagar inducted FOREIGNER into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame when the legendary rockers finally got the nod on October 19 in Cleveland, Ohio. Hagar also joined Kelly Clarkson, Slash, Chad Smith and Demi Lovato to salute FOREIGNER with a mini-set that focused more as a tribute to the band, with...

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See Multi-Camera Video Of DOWN Performing 'Pillars Of Eternity' In Baton Rouge In June 2024

DOWN played the second of two Louisiana "pop-up" shows on June 21, 2024 at Varsity Theatre in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Multi-camera video of "Pillars Of Eternity" performance from the concert is available below. The video was shot by Steven W. Richardson, and was edited and produced by Mike Holderbea...

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WEDNESDAY 13 Says Performing MURDERDOLLS Music On Recent Tours 'Definitely Helped Shape' His Next Album

In a new interview with Joshua Toomey of the "Talk Toomey" podcast, Wednesday 13 spoke about his upcoming tenth solo album, which is due in early 2025 via Napalm Records. The 48-year-old singer, who has been on the road celebrating his former band, the revered glam punk icons MURDERDOLLS, stated (as...

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SUM 41's DERYCK WHIBLEY On Band's Last-Ever Tour: 'It's Finally Hitting Me That It's Coming To An End'

In a new interview with iHeartRadio Canada's Jesse Modz and JD Lewis, SUM 41's Deryck Whibley spoke about the band's final tour, which will conclude with a show in SUM 41's original hometown of Toronto at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Asked if it is "starting to feel a bit more rea...

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BAD RELIGION And DEAD KENNEDYS To Headline California's LUCKY PUNKS! Festival

Get ready for an unforgettable St. Patrick's Day weekend as Brew Ha Ha Productions and Punk In The Park proudly present Lucky Punks!, a one-day craft beer and music festival featuring an iconic punk lineup and unbeatable craft beer tasting. The event will take place Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Oak C...

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BILL WARD Shares Message Of Support For NICKO MCBRAIN: 'I Hope Your Journeys Will Be Safe'

Legendary BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward has shared a message of support for Nicko McBrain after the longtime IRON MAIDEN drummer announced his retirement from touring. Late Tuesday night (December 17),Bill took to his social media to write: "Dear Nicko, "In retiring to meet new horizons, I hope y...

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MAYHEM To Headline 2025 Edition Of 'Decibel Magazine Tour'; MORTIIS And IMPERIAL TRIUMPHANT To Support

The longest-running heavy metal tour in North America returns with its boldest lineup ever in 2025! The Decibel Magazine Tour resumes this spring with Norwegian black metal godfathers MAYHEM headlining Decibel's 12th continental expedition of the extreme. Tour support comes from countrymate and dung...

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IMMOLATION Discusses New Career-Spanning Book: 'The Struggle Has Always Been Real For Us'

By David E. Gehlke Over 36 years of playing death metal has taught the IMMOLATION duo of Ross Dolan (vocals/bass) and Bob Vigna (guitar) plenty of things, yet none resonates more than the value of sticking with it. Their singularly identifiable brand of death metal (and let's be clear: you know an I...

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IRON MAIDEN's STEVE HARRIS: 'It's Amazing That This Band's Been Going For 50 Years'

IRON MAIDEN bassist Steve Harris spoke to Music Radar about the band's upcoming 50th-anniversary tour, which will take place in 2025 and 2026. The "Run For Your Lives" world trek will see Harris and his bandmates perform classic songs off their first nine studio albums, from their 1980 debut "Iron M...