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Hear MEGADETH's Version Of METALLICA Classic 'Ride The Lightning'

MEGADETH's version of "Ride The Lightning", the title track of METALLICA's 1984 album for which MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine got a co-writing credit following his 1983 departure from the legendary heavy metal band, can be streamed below. MEGADETH's version of "Ride The Lightning" appears on the ban...

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IRON MAIDEN's 'Killers' Celebrated With JIM DUNLOP 'Cry Baby' Wah

British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN have been honored with a signature Jim Dunlop Cry Baby wah, a special "Killers" edition of the iconic pedal paying homage to the band's early years. Emerging from the rough-and-gritty streets of late-'70s London, IRON MAIDEN met the world with galloping rhythm...

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LES CLAYPOOL Announces 2026 Tour Bringing Together PRIMUS, CLAYPOOL LENNON DELIRIUM and FROG BRIGADE

Les Claypool will hit the road in summer 2026 with "Claypool Gold", a wildly ambitious, full-evening tour that brings together three of his most beloved and sonically adventurous bands — PRIMUS, THE CLAYPOOL LENNON DELIRIUM and LES CLAYPOOL'S FEARLESS FLYING FROG BRIGADE — for one mind-melting music...

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TYKETTO Shares Music Video For 'We Rise' Single From Upcoming 'Closer To The Sun' Album

Hard-rocking quintet TYKETTO will release its sixth studio album, "Closer To The Sun", on March 20, 2026. The band, consisting of Danny Vaughn (vocals),Harry Scott Elliott (guitar),Ged Rylands (keyboards),Chris Childs (bass) and Johnny Dee (drums),will make the LP available via British rock spec...

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ADRIAN SMITH On NICKO MCBRAIN's Departure From IRON MAIDEN: 'We Had To Make The Change For The Band To Continue'

In a new interview with Metal Hammer España, IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith shared his views on the December 2024 departure of drummer Nicko McBrain, MAIDEN's first lineup change in 25 years. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "I think the MAIDEN drumming gig is one of the toughest,...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Says He 'Loves' JAMES HETFIELD And LARS ULRICH: 'We're Constantly Working On Improving Our Relationship'

In a new interview with SPIN.com, Dave Mustaine spoke about his decision to include his version of "Ride The Lightning", the title track of METALLICA's 1984 album for which he got a co-writing credit following his 1983 departure from the band, on the final MEGADETH album, simply titled "Megadeth". D...

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RAVEN's JOHN GALLAGHER On Touring With METALLICA More Than 40 Years Ago: 'They Were Kindred Spirits'

In a new interview with Drew Stone of The New York Hardcore Chronicles Live!, RAVEN frontman John Gallagher once again talked about METALLICA opening for his band back in 1983 and 1984. The trek marked METALLICA's first-ever tour. Asked if he had any recollections of sharing the stage with METALLICA...

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DAVID ELLEFSON On Early Thrash Metal Bands: 'There Was This Off-The-Chain Freedom To The Spirit Of The Music'

In a new interview with INDIEPOWER TV, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson was asked when he first heard the term "thrash metal" used to describe the extreme subgenre of heavy metal music characterized by its overall aggression and fast tempo. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I thin...

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THE DAMNED Releases New Single 'Summer In The City' From Upcoming Covers Album 'Not Like Everybody Else'

With the final single from their upcoming covers album "Not Like Everybody Else", punk legends THE DAMNED deliver a vibrant reinterpretation of THE LOVIN' SPOONFUL's classic "Summer In The City". With driving guitars and raw, energetic delivery, the cover heightens the song's gritty urban edge and c...

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STATUS QUO Co-Founder And Frontman FRANCIS ROSSI Announces London Event To Promote Release Of 'The Accidental' Album

On Sunday, February 1, Francis Rossi will appear at an exclusive event at the Union Chapel in London, United Kingdom to mark the release of his album "The Accidental", which is out on January 30 via earMUSIC. The event will feature a full album playback, and be followed by a question-and-answer sess...

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TOM KEIFER Announces 2026 Tour Dates

CINDERELLA frontman Tom Keifer, who has transitioned his talents over the past decade to a solo career, recording and touring with #KEIFERBAND, has announced a series of 2026 tour dates that will begin in May. Support on select shows on the trek, which will kick off on May 2 with a performance at th...

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Official JUDAS PRIEST Documentary 'The Ballad Of Judas Priest' To Receive World Premiere At BERLIN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

"The Ballad Of Judas Priest", a new documentary about legendary Grammy-winning English heavy metal band JUDAS PRIEST and their epic journey to the top of rock and roll, will receive its world premiere at the 76th Berlinale - Berlin International Film Festival, set to take place February 12-22. The B...

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RAVEN Announces Spring 2026 North American 'Can't Take Away The Fire' Tour

Satellite Touring and GLM Artists have announced that the British/American metal trio RAVEN will return to the live stage for an extensive North American tour of more than 35 shows from March through May this year. Support on the trek will come from SLACKJAW. RAVEN vocalist/bassist John Gallagher st...

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GEOFF TATE Hopes To Release 'Operation: Mindcrime III' Album This Summer: 'We're In The Mixing Stage Of It Right Now'

In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate spoke about his upcoming third and final chapter in the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album series. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's all recorded. We're just doing the mixing...

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Report: METALLICA Is '90 Percent' Done Negotiating Deal For 2027 Las Vegas Sphere Residency

According to The Sun's "Bizarre" column, METALLICA is "90 percent" done negotiating the terms of a Sphere residency in Las Vegas, set to take place in 2027 after the group's scheduled "M72" world tour dates conclude in July 2026. A "mole" told the British tabloid newspaper that "METALLICA having a r...