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VINNY APPICE On OZZY OSBOURNE: 'He Wasn't Known As The Greatest Rock Singer' But 'People Loved Him'

In a new interview with Buffalo, New York television station WIVB-TV, former BLACK SABBATH drummer Vinny Appice was asked what made Ozzy Osbourne such a legend. Vinny responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, he wasn't known as the greatest rock singer, but he is a great singer, and his...

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Watch: SLASH Joins MICHAEL SCHENKER On Stage At Germany's WACKEN OPEN AIR Festival

Slash of GUNS N' ROSES joined legendary German guitarist Michael Schenker on stage earlier today at the Wacken Open Air festival in Wacken, Germany to perform the UFO classic "Mother Mary". Fan-filmed video of his appearance can be seen below. Slash previously appeared on the studio version of "Moth...

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FOGHAT Celebrates 50th Anniversary Of 'Fool For The City' With Reissue Featuring Never-Before-Released Live Album

It's become commonplace to hear the words, "I can't believe it's been 50 years since that album came out!" That exclamation comes this year for legendary rockers FOGHAT — Roger Earl (founding drummer),Bryan Bassett (guitar),Scott Holt (lead vocals/guitar) and Rodney O'Quinn (bass) — whose platinum...

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What Makes The Original 'Spinal Tap' Movie So Timeless? Director ROB REINER Weighs In

Director Rob Reiner stopped by The Hollywood Reporter's suite at San Diego Comic-Con this past weekend and talked about the legacy of the iconic mockumentary "This Is Spinal Tap" and dished on where the film's upcoming sequel, "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues", picks up after 40 years later. Regard...

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IRON MAIDEN Comments On Death Of Original Singer PAUL MARIO DAY

British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN have paid tribute to their original singer Paul Mario Day, who died earlier this week at the age of 69. The British-born musician, who later formed a band called MORE and was the frontman of WILDFIRE and SWEET, had reportedly been battling cancer for the last...

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NIGHTWISH's FLOOR JANSEN: Why I Decided To Go Public With My Breast Cancer Diagnosis

In a new interview with Hakos Pervanidis of the Metal Hammer Greece TV program TV War, NIGHTWISH's Floor Jansen discussed her decision to go public with her breast cancer diagnosis back in October 2022. Asked why she felt the need to share her diagnosis with her fans and not keep it private, the 44-...

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Original IRON MAIDEN Singer PAUL MARIO DAY Dead At 69

Original IRON MAIDEN singer Paul Mario Day has died at the age of 69. The British-born musician, who later formed a band called MORE and was the frontman of WILDFIRE and SWEET, had reportedly been battling cancer for the last few years. Day's passing was confirmed by SWEET guitarist Andy Scott, who...

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BUSH Releases Music Video For 'Scars' Song From 'I Beat Loneliness' Album

BUSH has released the official Ryan Valdez-directed music video for the song "Scars". The track is taken from the band's latest album, "I Beat Loneliness", which came out on July 18 via earMUSIC. In a recent interview with Baltimore's 98 Rock radio station, BUSH frontman Gavin Rossdale spoke about t...

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UGLY KID JOE Wrote 'A Gazillion' Songs For Upcoming Album

In a new interview with "Reckless" Rexx Ruger of the Pod Scum podcast, UGLY KID JOE guitarist and producer Dave Fortman spoke about the band's upcoming follow-up to the "Rad Wings Of Destiny" album, which came out in October 2022. Asked if the songwriting process has gotten easier over the years, Da...

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CHRIS VON ROHR Explains Why A New KROKUS Single Is Much More Likely Than A Full-Length Album

In a new interview with Marko Syrjala of Metal Rules, founding KROKUS bassist Chris Von Rohr asked about the possibility of fresh music from the legendary Swiss hard rock band. He responded: "Well, you know — that's the question. Who needs new music? A lot of bands release a new album, so they have...

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CARMINE APPICE: How 'Jesus Saved Me'

In a recent interview with Pastor Caspar McCloud, legendary rock drummer Carmine Appice reflected on a near-death experience less than a decade ago which reinforced his faith in Jesus Christ and made him a "better person". He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "What brought me closer...

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KIKO LOUREIRO Shares Behind-The-Scenes Video From His Jam With JOE SATRIANI And STEVE VAI In Helsinki

On June 29, former MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro joined the SATCHVAI band — featuring iconic guitar legends Joe Satriani and Steve Vai — on stage at Kulttuuritalo in Helsinki, Finland to perform covers of the METALLICA classic "Enter Sandman" and STEPPENWOLF's "Born To Be Wild". Backing them were...

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Watch: AC/DC Drummer PHIL RUDD Returns To Live Stage, Plays Rock Anthems Alongside Classical Orchestra In New Zealand

After years away from the spotlight, AC/DC's iconic drummer Phil Rudd made his triumphant return to the stage. On July 26, 2025, Rudd appeared at Spark Arena in Auckland, New Zealand, performing live as part of the "Full Metal Orchestra" — a massive rock-meets-classical show featuring members of the...

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Australia's Classic Thrashers MORTAL SIN To Return To The Stage In 2026

Australian thrash metal pioneers MORTAL SIN will return to the stage in 2026, nearly 15 years since their last tour on the 2011 "Thrashfest Classics" European run. 2026 signifies MORTAL SIN's place in thrash metal history celebrating 40 years of "Mayhemic Destruction", 20 years of "An Absence Of Fai...

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See First Official Trailer For Sequel To Iconic Mockumentary 'Spinal Tap'

The first official trailer for "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues", the sequel to the iconic mockumentary "This Is Spinal Tap", is available below. Bleecker Street has set a September 12 theatrical release date for "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues", which reunites director Rob Reiner with Christophe...