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DEVILDRIVER's DEZ FAFARA On Using A.I. To Create Music: 'The Computer Doesn't Have F***ing Heart'

In a new interview with Tomasz Michalski of Poland's MetalSide, DEVILDRIVER frontman and mastermind Dez Fafara weighed in on a debate about people using an A.I. (artificial intelligence) music generator as a tool to create melodies, harmonies and rhymes based on artificial intelligence (A.I.) algori...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE Names His Favorite Guitar Players Of All Time

In a new interview with Jon Chang of YSOLIFE, a leading music media platform based in Taiwan, MEGADETH guitarist/vocalist Dave Mustaine was asked to name his favorite guitar player of all time. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "European guitar players, there's so many really fast-p...

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'Back To The Beginning' Photo Exhibition Launched In Birmingham To Coincide With Concert's First Anniversary

A world-first photography exhibition has opened in Birmingham celebrating the final live solo performance of Ozzy Osbourne and BLACK SABBATH's original lineup alongside a host of metal artists. Spanning 60 meters at Grand Central, above New Street Station, "Back To The Beginning - The Exhibition" fe...

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TESLA's DAVE RUDE Explains Why 'It's Not Really Worth All The Time And Effort' For The Band To Release Another Full-Length Album Of New All-Original Material

In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, TESLA guitarist Dave Rude was asked about the possibility of him and his bandmates releasing a full-length album of new original material as a follow-up to 2019's "Shock". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "'Shock''s one of my favori...

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MÖTLEY CRÜE's TOMMY LEE Explains How He Still Weighs The Same As He Did In High School

During an appearance on a new episode of the "Joe Rogan Experience" podcast, Tommy Lee spoke about the physical demands of playing drums for a heavy rock band like MÖTLEY CRÜE. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I was, like, 'Okay, how come I've weighed the same weight since fuck...

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Fading Failing Ruin

With 30 years of active service on the clock, SOLACE are clearly here for the long haul. Founder and guitarist Tommy Southard has guided the New Jersey crew through persistent lineup changes (SOLACE have had more drummers than seems strictly reasonable) and countless episodes of bad luck and career-...

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KAMELOT Shares Music Video For 'Ashen World' Featuring 'Miss World Chile 2025' IGNACIA FERNÁNDEZ

International symphonic metal legends KAMELOT — renowned for their infectious melodies, cinematic storytelling, and electrifying live performances — return with their haunting new album, "Dark Asylum", arriving August 28, 2026 via Napalm Records. Today, they give fans their first peek into the twist...

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OZZY OSBOURNE's Iconic Throne Is Now On Display At Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Ozzy Osbourne's iconic throne, last seen at the "Back To The Beginning" concert, is now on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery in his home city to coincide with the anniversary of his final gig and his death in July last year. The black gothic-style throne is a special addition to the fre...

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EVANESCENCE's AMY LEE On Women In Metal: 'The Rock And Metal Sisterhood Is Amazing Because It's An Ever-Growing Group'

In a new interview with The Mistress Carrie Podcast, EVANESCENCE singer Amy Lee spoke about the bond between women in heavy music, saying it's "really cool" to see "the rock and metal sisterhood" constantly growing. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We [EVANESCENCE] had... I forget whi...

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SHANNON LARKIN Apologizes To NIKKI SIXX Over 'Backing Tracks' Comment: 'I Was Not Doing That To Attack You'

Former GODSMACK drummer Shannon Larkin has apologized to MÖTLEY CRÜE's Nikki Sixx for calling CRÜE out over the latter band's alleged reliance on pre-recorded tapes for backing vocals during live shows. Larkin brought up CRÜE's use of backing tracks while defending GODSMACK's decision to hire former...

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Ex-MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP Singer GARY JOHN BARDEN Announces New Studio Album 'Empowered Emotions'

Legendary singer Gary John Barden will release his new studio album, "Empowered Emotions", on September 18, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. "Empowered Emotions" is a powerful new studio album that reaffirms Gary's unmistakable voice and enduring relevance in melodic hard rock. Widely recognized as the...

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HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES Announce New Live Album 'At Montreux Jazz Festival'

HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES, the rock supergroup consisting of Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen, have announced "At Montreux Jazz Festival", a powerful live document from their legendary 2018 performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival, including several cover versions that had not prev...

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RUSH's GEDDY LEE Diagnosed With Laryngitis And Bronchitis; Two Fort Worth, Texas Shows Postponed

Canadian rock legends RUSH have been forced to postpone their June 30 and July 2 shows at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas after bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee was diagnosed with laryngitis and bronchitis. The July 2 concert was originally scheduled for June 24 but ended up being moved back after "tra...

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THE DEAD DAISIES Share Pro-Shot Video Of One-Off Reunion Concert With GLENN HUGHES

On May 30, 2026 at the legendary Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, Illinois, THE DEAD DAISIES returned for a special night of rock featuring Glenn Hughes on vocals and bass. Glenn joined guitarist Doug Aldrich, drummer Tommy Clufetos and guitarist David Lowy for this rare, one-off performance deliverin...

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NIKKI SIXX Rips 'Hater' SHANNON LARKIN Over 'Backing Tracks' Claim: 'Maybe He Needs To Take A Nap Before He Does More Press'

MÖTLEY CRÜE's Nikki Sixx has blasted former GODSMACK drummer Shannon Larkin for calling CRÜE out over the latter band's alleged reliance on pre-recorded tapes for backing vocals during live shows. Larkin brought up CRÜE's use of backing tracks while defending GODSMACK's decision to hire former DREAM...