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ADAM LAMBERT: 'I'm Talking To QUEEN About Doing Something'

"American Idol" finalist Adam Lambert was interviewed on this morning's (Thursday, February 16) edition of "Big Morning Buzz Live" on VH1. You can now video footage of his appearancee below. When asked about the rumors that he will join the legendary British rock band QUEEN for a tour this summer, L...

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PARADISE LOST Frontman Interviewed On 'Soundwave Pirate Radio' (Audio)

Andrew Haug of Australia's Soundwave Pirate Radio show recently conducted an interview with singer Nick Holmes of British gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST. You can now listen to the chat using the audio player below. Interview (audio):

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Former BLACK SABBATH Singer TONY MARTIN Unveils New HEADLESS CROSS Lineup

Former BLACK SABBATH singer Tony Martin has announced the 2012 lineup of his HEADLESS CROSS touring project. The group, whose live set celebrates the SABBATH album "Headless Cross", consists of the following musicians: * Tony Martin (BLACK SABBATH, THE CAGE) - Vocals * Danny "Danté" Needham (VENOM)...

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Reactivated NASUM To Tour North America In May

Legendary Swedish grinders NASUM will play several North American shows in May as part of their "farewell" tour. So far the following dates have been leaked (not yet confirmed by the band): May 19 - Cleveland, OH @ Now That's Class (w/ BRUTAL TRUTH, DROPDEAD) May 21 - Montreal, QC @ Sala Rossa (w/ B...

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DEF LEPPARD Guitarist PHIL COLLEN On WHITNEY HOUSTON: 'She Was So Talented And Amazing'

DEF LEPPARD guitarist Phil Collen spoke to Ultimate Classic Rock about the recent death of pop superstar Whitney Houston. "It's awful and it really hit me," Collen said. "I've known people and lost people who've been through the exact same thing. What really irritates me when someone special dies is...

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BIOHAZARD's GRAZIADEI: 'When You're Tired, Keep Working… You Can Always Sleep Another Time'

Cameron Edney of Hardrock Haven recently conducted an interview with guitarist/vocalist Billy Graziadei of New York hardcore/metal veterans BIOHAZARD. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Hardrock Haven: The new album, "Reborn In Defiance", was released a few weeks back. After so many ye...

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PARADISE LOST: New Song Available For Free Download

"Crucify", a brand new song from British gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST, is available for free download at CenturyMedia.com (e-mail sign-up required). The track comes off the band's new album, "Tragic Idol", which will be released on April 24 (one day earlier internationally) via Century Media...

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Former/Current Members Of GUNS N' ROSES, METALLICA, DEF LEPPARD Set For 'Titans Of Rock'

Guitarist Steve Stevens (BILLY IDOL) has confirmed via Facebook that he will take part in a South American tour dubbed "Titans Of Rock" featuring the following all-star lineup of musicians: * Duff McKagan (GUNS N' ROSES, VELVET REVOLVER) * Joe Elliot (DEF LEPPARD) * Gilby Clarke (GUNS N' ROSES, ROCK...

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MIKE PORTNOY Talks ADRENALINE MOB, FLYING COLORS, JOHN SYKES And RICHIE KOTZEN (Audio)

This past week, Rustyn Rose of Metalholic.com conducted an interview with drummer Mike Portnoy (ADRENALINE MOB, FLYING COLORS, DREAM THEATER, AVENGED SEVENFOLD). You can now listen to the chat using the Mixcloud player below. On recruiting DISTURBED bassist John Moyer for ADRENALINE MOB: Portnoy: "I...

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BIOHAZARD's BILLY GRAZIADEI: 'This Is A New Era For The Band'

Lenny B of GuitarWorld.com recently conducted an interview with Billy Graziadei (guitar, vocals) and Bobby Hambel (guitar) of New York hardcore/metal veterans BIOHAZARD. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. GuitarWorld.com: What was it like working with [producer] Toby Wright? Graziadei:...

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TESTAMENT Interviewed At NAMM (Video)

Jose Mangin, host/producer MTV.com's web-only show "Headbangers Ball" (and program director/DJ on SiriusXM Octane and Liquid Metal),conducted an interview with vocalist Chuck Billy and guitarist Eric Peterson of San Francisco Bay Area metallers TESTAMENT at the Dean Guitars booth at the 2012 NAMM (...

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JAMES DURBIN: RONNIE JAMES DIO 'Was Such A Force In Metal'

"American Idol" finalist James Durbin recently spoke to Revolver magazine about his love for heavy metal and his debut solo album, "Memories Of A Beautiful Disaster", which includes a guest appearance by Mick Mars of MÖTLEY CRÜE. You can now watch the chat below. "The first time I heard metal was dr...

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CLUTCH: 'Blast Tyrant' Double Vinyl Edition Due This Month

Weathermaker Music has set a February 28 release date for the CLUTCH double vinyl edition of "Blast Tyrant". This 180-gram expanded vinyl contains 16 songs and includes six mini-posters taken straight from "Blast Tyrant"'s "Atlas Of The Invisible World". Each illustrated poster is sized 8.5" x 11" a...

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PARADISE LOST Frontman Explains New Album Title

Cameron Edney of Hardrock Haven recently conducted an interview with vocalist Nick Holmes of British gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Hardrock Haven: Do you still enjoy a drop or two whilst on the road? Nick Holmes: I think drinking and being a tr...

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MR. BIG's ERIC MARTIN Says He 'Chickened Out' Of Auditioning For VAN HALEN (Video)

Nikki Blakk of the San Francisco, California radio station 107.7 The Bone recently conducted an interview with vocalist Eric Martin of MR. BIG. Martin spoke about never auditioning for VAN HALEN, and playing in Japan after the earthquake and tsunami in 2011. You can now watch the chat below. Frontie...