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YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Defends Onstage 'Gimmick' Of Throwing Guitar Picks Into Audience: 'It Started Out Of Necessity'

Yngwie Malmsteen has defended his onstage "gimmick" of throwing and kicking guitar picks into the audience, explaining that it's a necessity for him to be able to pull off his complex guitar licks. The legendary Swedish guitarist made his comments while speaking to Eonmusic about his new album "Toky...

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LEIF EDLING Says CANDLEMASS's Reunion With MESSIAH MARCOLIN Will Be A One-Off Event: 'No Recordings, No Tours, Nothing More'

CANDLEMASS leader Leif Edling says that the band's upcoming reunion concert with Messiah Marcolin will be a one-off event, with no chance of further dates being added. As previously reported, Messiah will front CANDLEMASS for an appearance at this year's edition of the Rock Hard Festival Greece, sla...

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ADRIAN VANDENBERG: Playing With STEVE VAI In WHITESNAKE Was 'An Interesting Challenge'

Adrian Vandenberg, who was a member of WHITESNAKE from 1987 to 1990, and again from 1994 to 1997, spoke to American Musical Supply about what it was like to share the stage with legendary axeman Steve Vai. Vai joined WHITESNAKE in time for 1989's "Slip Of The Tongue", an album co-written by Vandenbe...

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CANDLEMASS Singer JOHAN LÄNGQVIST On Band's Upcoming Reunion Concert With MESSIAH MARCOLIN: 'I Hope They Make A Great Show'

In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, CANDLEMASS singer Johan Längqvist (a.k.a. Johan Langquist) was asked if he will be a part of the band's upcoming one-off world-exclusive performance featuring CANDLEMASS's former vocalist Messiah Marcolin, which will take place at this year's edition of t...

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Watch: Ex-SKID ROW Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL Performs UFO Classics With MICHAEL SCHENKER In Kraków

4K fan-filmed video of Michael Schenker's April 16 concert at Klub Kwadrat in Kraków, Poland can be seen below. The legendary German guitarist kicked off his spring 2025 European tour on April 9 at De Boerderij in Zoetermeer, The Netherlands. Schenker is touring in support of his recently released "...

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Watch: JOE LYNN TURNER Returns To Moscow To Perform RAINBOW, DEEP PURPLE And YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Classics

The Наталья Лобановская YouTube channel has uploaded video of Joe Lynn Turner's entire April 3, 2025 concert at 1930 club in Moscow, Russia. Check it out below. Featured songs: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:51 - Belly Of The Beast 00:07:52 - Black Sun 00:13:18 - Desire 00:19:00 - Tortured Soul 00:24:5...

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CANDLEMASS Singer JOHAN LANGQUIST's Debut Solo Album To Receive Physical Release In June

JOHAN LANGQUIST THE CASTLE, the solo project of CANDLEMASS singer Johan Längqvist (a.k.a. Johan Langquist),will release its self-titled debut album on CD and vinyl on June 27 via I Hate Records. The record was initially released digitally without a label in 2024. Johan has worked together with a wi...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER Recruits DEREK SHERINIAN For 2026 Japanese Tour

Legendary German guitarist Michael Schenker has invited keyboardist Derek Sherinian (pictured) to accompany him on a tour of Japan in January 2026, including a show at the legendary Budokan. In 2021, Schenker tapped Sherinian to guest on his album "Immortal" album on the opening song "Drilled To Kil...

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OPETH Guitarist FREDRIK ÅKESSON On His Debut Solo Album: 'I'll Do My Best To Finish It As Quickly As Possible'

In a new interview with Brazilian music journalist Igor Miranda, guitarist Fredrik Åkesson of Swedish progressive metallers OPETH was asked about the status of the songwriting and recording sessions for his upcoming solo album. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don't know who lea...

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Watch: Ex-SKID ROW Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL Plays First Show With Legendary Guitarist MICHAEL SCHENKER

Legendary German guitarist Michael Schenker kicked off his spring 2025 European tour Wednesday night (April 9) at De Boerderij in Zoetermeer, The Netherlands. Schenker is touring in support of his recently released "My Years With UFO" album celebrating the 50th anniversary of Michael's years with UF...

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STEVE VAI Shares Behind-The-Scenes Look At His New Art Collection Crafted From Guitar Performance

Guitar legend Steve Vai, in collaboration with the Los Angeles art collective SceneFour, has unveiled an exclusive behind-the-scenes trailer showcasing innovative light-based technology inspired by his legendary multi-neck "Hydra Guitar" performances. The one-minute-26-second clip, which can be seen...

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Acclaimed Rock Cover Artist IOANNIS Dies; Has Worked With URIAH HEEP, FATES WARNING, BIOHAZARD, Others

Ioannis Vasilopoulos, known as just Ioannis, an internationally renowned artist and designer, has passed away. Born in Athens, Greece, Ioannis arrived in the U.S. in 1967 and grew up influenced by comic books, animation, fantasy art and music. Music inspired his admiration of album cover art, specif...

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CANDLEMASS Unveils Title Track Of Upcoming EP 'Black Star'

Grammy-nominated doom pioneers CANDLEMASS have unveiled the title track of their upcoming EP, "Black Star", out May 9 via Napalm Records. The EP impressively marks the 40th anniversary of the legendary band. "Black Star" seamlessly merges haunting melodies with deeply introspective lyrics, brought t...

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Despite 40 Years As One Of Rock's Best Singers, JEFF SCOTT SOTO Is Not A Household Name: 'I Have My Own Dedicated Legion Of Fans'

By David E. Gehlke Undoubtedly one of rock's accomplished singers, Jeff Scott Soto now finds himself juggling multiple bands at once, a common scenario for many vocalists in his age bracket. His CV is no doubt impressive, dotted with the likes of Yngwie J. Malmsteen, TALISMAN, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHEST...

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STEVE VAI Announces New Art Collection Crafted From Guitar Performance

Guitar legend Steve Vai has collaborated with Los Angeles art collective SceneFour to unveil five incredible pieces of stunning electrifying visual art utilizing light-based technology built from his iconic multi-neck "Hydra Guitar" fretboard performances. A trailer for the collection can be seen be...