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ADRIAN VANDENBERG On Working With DAVID COVERDALE Again: 'We Always Have The Feeling That Sooner Or Later We Might Do Something Together'

Holland's FaceCulture recently conducted an interview with former WHITESNAKE and VANDENBERG guitarist Adrian Vandenberg about his VANDENBERG'S MOONKINGS band. You can watch the entire chat below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On the new VANDENBERG'S MOONKINGS album, "MK I...

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GILBY CLARKE On Replacing IZZY STRADLIN In GUNS N' ROSES: 'People Say More About It Now Than They Did Back Then'

Former GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Gilby Clarke was recently interviewed by Dave "Higgo" Higgins of Australia's "Distortion" podcast. The full chat can be streamed below. A few excerpts follow (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): On how he came to produce records by bands like THE BRONX and L.A. GUNS:...

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ICED EARTH To Tour Europe With FREEDOM CALL, METAPRISM

ICED EARTH will embark on a European tour in January with support from FREEDOM CALL and METAPRISM. ICED EARTH guitarist Jon Schaffer stated: "Brothers and sisters, the time is drawing near! We're happy to announce FREEDOM CALL and METAPRISM as support for our upcoming January dates in Europe. Lots...

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PINK CREAM 69: Video For New Song 'Walls Come Down'

Frontiers Music Srl will release PINK CREAM 69's new album, "Headstrong", on November 10. The official video for the song "Walls Come Down" can be seen below. "Headstrong" marks the thirtieth anniversary of the German/British hard rockers PINK CREAM 69. And what better way to celebrate than by add...

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DAVE MUSTAINE On Next MEGADETH Album: 'It's Going To Be A Kick-Ass Record'

MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine was interviewed on the October 15 edition of "Whiplash", the KLOS radio show hosted by Full Metal Jackie. You can now listen to the chat using the widget below. A few excerpts follow (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): On how his playing has evolved over time: Dave:...

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LONDON DRUM SHOW 'Icons Gallery' To Feature Images Of LARS ULRICH, NEIL PEART, TAYLOR HAWKINS And More

Visitors to this year's London Drum Show will be treated to a selection of David Phillips's images from his new book "From The Riser: A Drummer's Perspective II", which will take pride of place in the Icons Gallery. A selection of some of the book's best images have been enlarged to create a giant 1...

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SAMMY HAGAR Says There Will Never Be Another VAN HALEN Reunion: 'It's Over, Man'

Sammy Hagar says that he has lost hope there will ever be another VAN HALEN reunion, explaining that Eddie and Alex Van Halen do not want to reconnect with him as friends. Best known for replacing David Lee Roth in VAN HALEN and helping steer the band towards a more polished pop direction in the lat...

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THE DEAD DAISIES Release Animated Video For 'She Always Gets Her Way (All The Same)'

THE DEAD DAISIES, the band featuring founder/guitarist David Lowy, guitarist Doug Aldrich (WHITESNAKE, DIO, LION),bassist Marco Mendoza (THIN LIZZY),vocalist/guitarist John Corabi (MÖTLEY CRÜE, THE SCREAM),and drummer Brian Tichy (WHITESNAKE, BILLY IDOL, FOREIGNER, OZZY OSBOURNE),has released a...

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MEGADETH Bassist To Return To Jackson For End-Of-Year Party At New Ellefson Coffee Co. Retailer

MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson will return to his former hometown of Jackson, Minnesota on Saturday, November 18 for a special end-of-the-year/birthday celebration at Kat's Hog Heaven, the newest Ellefson Coffee Co. retail location. Located at 608 2nd St, Kat's is the pride of Jackson, serving a fu...

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Ex-METALLICA Bassist JASON NEWSTED Calls THE CHOPHOUSE BAND 'A Fun, Joyful Vehicle To Get Our Ya-Ya's Out'

Former METALLICA bassist Jason Newsted spoke to Florida's InJupiter magazine about his THE CHOPHOUSE BAND. Named after his four recording studio facilities around the U.S. and featuring a fluid roster of players, the group began in 1992 when Newsted founded The Chophouse Records Studio in San Franci...

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EVANESCENCE's AMY LEE Talks About LINDSEY STIRLING's Guest Appearance On 'Synthesis' (Video)

The fourth in a series of webisodes featuring footage from the making of EVANESCENCE's next album, "Synthesis", can be seen below. In the latest episode of "Inside Synthesis", we explore the making of "Hi-Lo", one of the two new tracks on the album, featuring a guest performance by famed violinist L...

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EVANESCENCE Singer Is 'So Glad' To Finally Release Rap-Free Version Of 'Bring Me To Life'

EVANESCENCE's Amy Lee spoke to Australia's News.com.au about her decision to re-record the band's old material with a full orchestra and heavy electronics for the "Synthesis" album. The disc, which is due on November 10, includes a re-imagining of the group's breakthrough 2003 hit "Bring Me To Life"...

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Villains

With ""Villains", QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE has put out its best album in years, and one of the best of its career. It is informed by a sense of groove and swing unlike any other in the band's catalogue. Producer extraordinaire Mark Ronson—who has helmed hit albums by the likes of BRUNO MARS, PAUL MCC...

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MIKE PORTNOY Doesn't Plan On 'Revisiting' DREAM THEATER Material Once SHATTERED FORTRESS Tour Ends

Drummer Mike Portnoy (SONS OF APOLLO, ex-DREAM THEATER) was recently interviewed by Chile's Video Volante. The full chat can be seen below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On his recent detours away from progressive metal: Mike: "Even though I made my name in progressive mus...

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EVANESCENCE Releases Orchestral Version Of 'Lacrymosa' From 'Synthesis' Album

EVANESCENCE has released a new version of its song "Lacrymosa". Taken from the band's next album, "Synthesis", which is due on November 10, the track features full orchestration in a completely synthetic world of beats and sounds, with help from arranger and composer David Campbell. "Synthesis" will...