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Arcana, Scrying and Revelation

There has long been something unique about the way Australians make metal music. Particularly over the last 20 years, the power and fury of Aussie death and black metal has grown exponentially, and MONGREL'S CROSS are surfing that creative wave with abandon on their third full-length. You can certai...

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AC/DC's ANGUS YOUNG Explains 'Power Up' Album Title

In a recent interview with Australia's Triple M radio station, AC/DC guitarist Angus Young spoke about the inspiration for the title of the band's latest album, "Power Up". He said (hear audio below): "I went through everything — like titles in songs. In the song 'Realize', there's the line, 'I've g...

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MAX CAVALERA: TRUMP's Presidency Exposed 'All The Ugliness' Of America's Underbelly

Former SEPULTURA and current SOULFLY frontman Max Cavalera spoke to the "Scars And Guitars" about his tendency to occasionally address societal and political issues in his music. "I still enjoy political messages, and some of them are quite strong," he said (hear audio below). "If you look at an alb...

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HEART Biopic Is In The Works

Seattle rock greats HEART will get the biopic treatment. The news of a HEART movie was broken by frontwoman Ann Wilson during a November 25 chat with Lyndsey Parker on the SiriusXM show "Volume West". The HEART biopic will be written and directed by Carrie Brownstein, of SLEATER-KINNEY and "Portland...

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COREY TAYLOR's 'HWY 666' Is Official Theme Song Of WWE's 'Tables, Ladders And Chairs'

Corey Taylor's "HWY 666" is the official theme song of WWE's "Tables, Ladders And Chairs" event. The final WWE pay-per-view of 2020 will take place on December 20 at a new Thunderdome set up at Tropicana Field in Tampa Bay, Florida. In "HWY 666", which is taken from Taylor's debut solo album, "CMFT"...

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DIAMOND HEAD's BRIAN TATLER Says METALLICA Did His Band 'A Huge Favor' By Covering Its Songs

In the latest episode of "Tatler's Tales", DIAMOND HEAD guitarist Brian Tatler was asked for his opinion of METALLICA's cover versions of his band's classic songs. "They're great," he said (see video below). "They're always more powerful and a little faster than the DIAMOND HEAD versions. I mean, th...

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IRON MAIDEN's ADRIAN SMITH: Fishing Is 'A Great Way To Balance Myself Out'

IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith, who recently released a memoir, "Monsters Of River & Rock: My Life As Iron Maiden's Compulsive Angler", spoke to the "Saltwater Experience" podcast about his love of fishing, something that began as a youth growing up in East London and continues to this day....

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Edder & Bile

When it comes to unsung heroes of the metal underground, Norway's CADAVER have to be near the top of the pile marked "long overdue some goddamn recognition." Admittedly, it hasn't helped that the band's activity has been (to put it mildly) intermittent over the last three decades, but this long-awai...

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ANGUS YOUNG Defends AC/DC's Unchanging Sound: 'This Is What We Do Best — We Make Rock And Roll'

In a new interview with Waleed Aly, co-host of Australia's news and current affairs television program "The Project", AC/DC guitarist Angus Young addressed the fact that the band never changed its style, focusing instead on fine-tuning its distinct sound over the years. "With us, it's to be expected...

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LA POP ART Unveils AC/DC 'Word Art' Branded Line Of Apparel

LA Pop Art, a leader in "word art" design and apparel, has recreated one of the world's most iconic band logos using the titles of AC/DC's biggest hits as well as some of the iconic imagery that has defined the incredible career of one of the greatest rock bands of all time. LA Pop Art company found...

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KREATOR Announces Its Own Coffee Blend, 'Black Sunrise'

German thrash metal veterans KREATOR have collaborated with coffee roasters The Barn on their first blend, Black Sunrise. The coffee sources beans from Brazil and features a "smooth and chocolatey" taste. The band states: "We're excited to announce our collaboration with the finest coffee roasters i...

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PANTERA 'Far Beyond Driven' 3D Vinyl Collectible Statue Coming Soon

The PANTERA "Far Beyond Driven" 3D vinyl is currently in production and is now available for pre-order. Officially licensed and released in a limited edition of only 1994, this unique 3D Vinyl statue is hand-painted, numbered and comes with a certificate of authenticity printed on the back of the co...

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Former LAMB OF GOD And MEGADETH Members Record Thrashy Cover Of JOURNEY's 'Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)'

FIRSTBORNE, the band featuring Grammy Award-winning artist Chris Adler and fellow MEGADETH alum James LoMenzo, has released its thrashy cover version of the JOURNEY classic "Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)". FIRSTBORNE features Girish Pradhan on vocals and guitar, Myrone on guitar, LoMenzo on bass, an...

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GRAMMY AWARDS 2021: IN THIS MOMENT, BODY COUNT, CODE ORANGE, POWER TRIP Among 'Best Metal Performance' Nominees

IN THIS MOMENT, BODY COUNT, CODE ORANGE and POWER TRIP are among the "Best Metal Performance" nominees at the 63rd annual Grammy Awards, which will be broadcast in HDTV and 5.1 Surround Sound on the CBS television network on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT. "Best Metal Performa...

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AC/DC's 'Power Up' Tops Album Charts In 18 Countries

Following a high-octane release just over a week ago, AC/DC has taken over the No. 1 spot in 18 countries and counting with its brand-new album. "Power Up". The list of topped charts includes the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200, selling over 117,000 copies in the first week. "Power Up" marks AC/DC's...