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SOIL's RYAN COMBS: 'The Writing Process Has Definitely Begun'
SOIL singer Ryan McCombs has confirmed to the "Mike James Rock Show" that the band is making plans to begin work on the long-awaited follow-up to 2013's "Whole" album. "We've been talking about new material," he said (see video below). "And the guys have been writing. We actually wrote a little bit...July 9, 2018
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JOE SATRIANI To Be Joined By NEAL SCHON, RICK NIELSEN, BUMBLEFOOT At' G4 Experience V5.0: Rocks The Desert'
Joe Satriani has announced the details of "Joe Satriani's G4 Experience V5.0: Rocks The Desert", set for January 3-7, 2019 at Hotel Zosa in beautiful Palm Springs, California. The legendary guitarist's fifth annual event will boast the most illustrious and diverse roster of special guests instructor...July 9, 2018
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GUNS N' ROSES' 'Appetite For Destruction' Returns To Billboard Top 10 After More Than 29 Years
According to Billboard, GUNS N' ROSES' classic 1987 debut album, "Appetite For Destruction", has returned to the top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart after more than 29 years. The LP re-entered the chart at No. 10, following its "Locked N' Loaded" box reissue on June 29. For tracking and charting purpo...July 8, 2018
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Former MALEVOLENT CREATION Singer BRET HOFFMANN Dead At 51
Former MALEVOLENT CREATION frontman Bret Hoffmann has died after a battle with stage 4 colon cancer. He was only 51 years old. The news of Bret's passing was revealed by his wife, Kimberly Karan Hoffmann. She wrote on Facebook: "Today is the saddest day of my life. I just lost my soulmate, the love...July 7, 2018
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JOE SATRIANI Joins Forces With STINGRAY QELLO To Release 'Beyond The Supernova" Documentary
World-renowned guitar virtuoso Joe Satriani has joined forces with Stingray Qello to release his tour documentary, "Beyond The Supernova", filmed, edited, directed and produced by ZZ Satriani while on tour in 2016 and 2017. The film received high praise from fans and critics, alike, when it made it...July 6, 2018
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MACHINE HEAD's ROBB FLYNN: 'The Production Of VINNIE PAUL's Drums Changed The Landscape Of Metal'
MACHINE HEAD frontman Robb Flynn spoke to Australia's AndrewHaug.com about the recent passing of Vinnie Paul Abbott. Reflecting on how he got to know the PANTERA and HELLYEAH drummer, Robb said: "The first time that I met Vinnie Paul was on [PANTERA's] 'Vulgar Display Of Power' tour, and they were o...July 5, 2018
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GOJIRA Drummer To Unveil Art Collection In August; Trailer Available
On August 2, GOJIRA drummer Mario Duplantier will unveil his fine-art debut collection, "Vers le Cosmos". Completed with art team SceneFour, the release is a pioneering effort in the new medium of crafting visual art through drum performance. For more information, visit www.marioduplantierart.com....July 5, 2018
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LIGHT THE TORCH To Play First-Ever Concert On Monday In Brooklyn
LIGHT THE TORCH (formerly DEVIL YOU KNOW),the band fronted by former KILLSWITCH ENGAGE singer Howard Jones, will play its first show ever at Saint Vitus in Brooklyn, New York on Monday, July 9. Fans from all over the world can "attend," as Revolver will livestream the entire performance via Faceboo...July 4, 2018
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ALICE IN CHAINS' SEAN KINNEY On VINNIE PAUL: 'He Was A Crushing Drummer And An All-Around Great Guy'
On June 30, ALICE IN CHAINS members Sean Kinney (drums) and Mike Inez (bass) spoke to Austria's Mulatschag about the recent passing of PANTERA and HELLYEAH drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott. "Back early on, like 1990 or so, I think we were over here [in Europe] and PANTERA were just coming up at the same t...July 3, 2018
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Renowned Artist Manager And Bassist ROB 'BLASKO' NICHOLSON Launches 'A New Level' Podcast
Rob "Blasko" Nicholson is recognized internationally as the renowned current bassist for metal legend Ozzy Osbourne (and formerly for ROB ZOMBIE, DANZIG, PRONG and CRYPTIC SLAUGHTER),and also as a successful artist manager. Blasko's significant experience in both of these distinct roles certifies h...July 3, 2018
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DEVILDRIVER Releases 'Copperhead Road' Cover Featuring BROCK LINDOW Of 36 CRAZYFISTS
DEVILDRIVER's long-awaited full-length album of outlaw country-gone-metal anthems, "Outlaws 'Til The End: Vol. 1", will be released on July 6 via Napalm Records. The disc is described in a press release as "both a startling curveball and a ferocious statement of individuality from a band who have be...July 2, 2018
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SONS OF APOLLO Are 'Talking A Lot' About Making Another Studio Album
SONS OF APOLLO have told Planet Rock that they are "talking a lot" about their second studio album. During an interview at this past weekend's Ramblin' Man Fair, drummer Mike Portnoy and guitarist Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal discussed their plans beyond 2018. Thal said: "We've been talking a lot about alb...July 2, 2018
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RICHIE KOTZEN Says He Enjoys The 'Freedom And Flexibility' Of Releasing Singles Instead Of Albums
After his performance at this year's Stone Free festival in London, England, guitarist Richie Kotzen (THE WINERY DOGS, ex-POISON, ex-MR. BIG) spoke with Dawn Osborne of TotalRock Radio. The full conversation can be seen below. A few excerpts follow (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): On how he dec...June 30, 2018
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Watch Ex-SLAYER Drummer DAVE LOMBARDO Perform 'Postmortem' With BODY COUNT
Former SLAYER drummer Dave Lombardo joined BODY COUNT on stage Friday (June 29) at the Tuska festival in Helsinki, Finland to perform the final section of the SLAYER medley "Raining Blood"/"Postmortem". Fan-filmed video footage of his appearance can be seen below. Lombardo performed at Tuska earlier...June 30, 2018
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Late AC/DC Guitarist MALCOLM YOUNG Honored By GRETSCH With Signature JET Guitar
Gretsch has honored the late Malcolm Young, whose rock-solid rhythm guitar swagger and songwriting provided the unshakeable foundation for monumental rock titans AC/DC, with the G6131-MY Malcolm Young Signature Jet. The G6131-MY pays homage to Young's famously battle-hardened Gretsch Jet. Nicknamed...June 29, 2018
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