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STEVE VAI: 'The Guitar Is The Greatest Instrument In The World'

During an appearance on the latest episode of "The Music Universe" podcast, legendary guitarist Steve Vai was asked about the enduring worldwide appeal of his music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think there's various factors involved. First and foremost, I think that I'm able to...

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NIGHT RANGER's BRAD GILLIS Didn't Care For A Lot Of Music From Grunge Era: 'It Was Just Too Much Of A Downer'

In a new interview with Dawn Osborne of TotalRock, NIGHT RANGER guitarist Brad Gillis spoke about the multigenerational appear of the band's music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Probably 15 years ago or more, we were seeing a lot more younger kids come to our shows, and we'd have th...

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CODE ORANGE Cancels Tour Due To Guitarist DOMINIC LANDOLINA's 'Serious Health Issues'

CODE ORANGE has canceled its previously announced headlining tour, along with other shows, due to "serious health issues" suffered by guitarist Dominic Landolina. CODE ORANGE's run of shows was scheduled to kick off on the ShipRocked cruise in early February and was slated to wrap up in March in the...

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ACE FREHLEY Shares Behind-The-Scenes Video From Making Of '10,000 Volts' Album

Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley offers a sneak peek into the making of his new solo album, "10,000 Volts", and the title track with a new behind-the-scenes video. The thunderous, riff-tastic, 11-track album was produced by Ace and Steve Brown (TRIXTER) and will be released on February 23, 2024...

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JOHN 5 Says METALLICA's 'Master Of Puppets' Album Is 'Perfection': 'All The Songs Are So Well-Written And Well-Executed'

In a new interview with Radioactive MikeZ, host of the 96.7 KCAL-FM program "Wired In The Empire", former ROB ZOMBIE and current MÖTLEY CRÜE guitarist John 5 was asked which METALLICA album he thinks is better, "Ride The Lightning" or "Master Of Puppets". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH...

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DAVID VINCENT And PETE SANDOVAL To Perform MORBID ANGEL's Entire 'Altars Of Madness' Album At MILWAUKEE METAL FEST

I AM MORBID, the band featuring former MORBID ANGEL members David Vincent (bass, vocals) and Pedro "Pete" Sandoval (drums),along with guitarists Richie Brown (EXMORTUS, THE ABSENCE, TRIVIUM) and Bill Hudson (NORTHTALE, DORO),will perform MORBID ANGEL's classic debut album, "Altars Of Madness", in...

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TOTO Announces 2024 Touring Lineup

Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams have announced TOTO's band lineup for 2024 and beyond. Returning to the fold are Greg Phillinganes on keyboards and vocals alongside Shannon Forrest on drums. They join Lukather (guitar, vocals),Williams (vocals),John Pierce (bass),Warren Ham (horns, percussion,...

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Watch: DAVE LOMBARDO, SCOTT IAN, JOSH FREESE And STEVE GORMAN Perform AC/DC Classics At 2024 Tribute To BON SCOTT

Scott Ian (ANTHRAX),Dave Lombardo (SLAYER),Josh Freese (FOO FIGHTERS),Larry LaLonde (PRIMUS),Mike Inez (ALICE IN CHAINS),Steve Gorman (THE BLACK CROWES),Jay Buchanan and Scott Holiday (RIVAL SONS) and Billy Rowe (BUCKCHERRY) are among the musicians who took part in "A Tribute To Bon Scott Of A...

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BLAZE BAYLEY Announces 'Circle Of Stone' Album, Shares Title Track

Former IRON MAIDEN singer Blaze Bayley will release his new solo album, "Circle Of Stone", on February 23. The official music video for the LP's title track, featuring a guest appearance by Niklas Stålvind of the Swedish metal band WOLF, can be seen below. Says Bayley: "I wish to thank especially Ni...

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DENNIS STRATTON On Performing With IRON MAIDEN Again: 'It's Still On My Bucket List'

In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, former IRON MAIDEN guitarist Dennis Stratton has once again commented on the band's nomination for the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame's class of 2021 and 2023. While MAIDEN has been eligible to join the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame since 2004, Stratton and...

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OZZY OSBOURNE, AL JOURGENSEN, STEVE VAI, JOHN 5 Among Guests On BILLY MORRISON's 'The Morrison Project'

Look for Billy Morrison to release "The Morrison Project" — his third solo album and first since 2015 — on April 19 via The Label Group/Virgin Music Group. The British guitarist, singer, and songwriter — primarily known as Billy Idol's rhythm guitar player for the past 15 years alongside lead guitar...

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STEVE LUKATHER, RICHIE KOTZEN, STEPHEN PERKINS, TRACII GUNS And ALEX SKOLNICK To Perform At LESLIE WEST Tribute Concert

Give Back Through Music (GBTM) is producing its first annual "American Classics" concert, celebrating legendary American music icons who have left us. Scheduled for January 23 at The Canyon in Agoura Hills, California, the show pays tribute to Leslie West, co-founder, guitarist and co-lead vocalist...

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LITA FORD Announces Early 2024 U.S. Tour Dates

Lita Ford has scheduled the following shows for the coming months: Jan. 19 - The Ranch - Fort Myers, FL Jan. 20 - The Banyan Live - West Palm Beach, FL Feb. 03 - Coushatta Casino Resort Kinder, LA Feb. 23 - Newton Performing Arts Center - Newton, NC Feb. 24 - Medina Entertainment Center - Hamel, MN...

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ACE FREHLEY Explains Why He Hasn't Used Artificial Intelligence During Songwriting Process

In a new interview with Germany's Radio Bob!, Ace Frehley was asked if he would ever consider using artificial intelligence during the songwriting process. The former KISS guitarist responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I remember calling up Steve [Brown, Ace's co-writer and producer] aft...

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TESLA's JEFF KEITH Says AC/DC's BON SCOTT Was His 'Biggest Inspiration'

In a recent interview with Larry Mac of the 96.1 KLPX radio station, TESLA frontman Jeff Keith was asked to name the artists he listened to early on that made him want to get on stage and be a singer in a band. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, my first concert was 'Day On Th...