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SCOTT IAN On Next ANTHRAX Album: 'There Are Crushing Riffs And Great, Hooky Choruses'

In a new interview with Jon Wiederhorn of Guitar World magazine, ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian said that he and his bandmates hope to finally release the long-awaited follow-up to 2016's "For All Kings" album in early 2025. "We're taking our time and not rushing anything because we want it to be exact...

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PORTNOY, ELLEFSON, SKOLNICK, BUSH, SANDERS Perform At METAL ALLEGIANCE's East Coast 10th-Anniversary Show

On September 6, 2024, METAL ALLEGIANCE rocked the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey, performing a balance of original material with classic covers of metal royalty. Several guests joined METAL ALLEGIANCE on stage at the gig, including Troy Sanders (MASTODON),John Bush (ARMORED SAINT),Dav...

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DEICIDE's STEVE ASHEIM: 'Playing The Way I Do Has Given Me Tendinosis'

In a new interview with Highway 81 Revisited, drummer Steve Asheim of Florida death metal veterans DEICIDE was asked what he does to keep up his endurance while playing so fast night after night on tour. He responded: "I used to work out with weights a lot. I don't really do that anymore. [I'm] gett...

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Watch: KK'S PRIEST Performs In Green Bay During 2024 Tour With ACCEPT

KK'S PRIEST, which features former JUDAS PRIEST members K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim "Ripper" Owens (vocals),performed on September 6 at EPIC Event Center, Green Bay, Wisconsin. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below. According to Setlist.fm, KK'S PRIEST's setlist was as follows: 01. He...

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DAVID ELLEFSON On MEGADETH: 'It's Never A Closed Chapter'

In a new interview with Sam Acevedo of El Planeta Del Rock, David Ellefson was asked if MEGADETH is "a closed chapter" for him at this point. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No, look, it's never a closed chapter. I mean, look, I helped start the band. I was there from the beginni...

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Ex-MEGADETH Guitarist KIKO LOUREIRO Releases New Solo Single 'Out Of Nothing'

Brazilian guitarist Kiko Loureiro, best known for his work with MEGADETH and ANGRA, has released a new solo single, "Out Of Nothing". You can now listen to the track below. Kiko commented: "My new single 'Out Of Nothing' emerges not from a plan but from the mystery of creation itself. When I compose...

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MERCYFUL FATE: 40th-Anniversary Vinyl Repress Of 'Don't Break The Oath' Coming In November

"Don't Break The Oath", the second studio album by Danish heavy metal icons MERCYFUL FATE, will see a special vinyl repress on Metal Blade Records on November 1. Initially issued in 1984 through Roadrunner Records, the Metal Blade edition celebrates the groundbreaking record's 40th anniversary. Comm...

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Watch: MEGADETH Performs In Tinley Park During Summer 2024 'Destroy All Enemies' Tour

ChicagoTRS has uploaded video of MEGADETH's September 3 concert at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, Illinois. Check out the clips below. MEGADETH's setlist was as follows, according to Setlist.fm: 01. The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead! 02. Dread And The Fugitive Mind 03. Angry Again 04. W...

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KK'S PRIEST Releases Music Video For 'The Sinner Rides Again'

KK'S PRIEST, which features former JUDAS PRIEST members K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim "Ripper" Owens (vocals),alongside guitarist A.J. Mills (HOSTILE),bassist Tony Newton (VOODOO SIX) and drummer Sean Elg (DEATHRIDERS, CAGE),has shared the official music video for the track "The Sinner Rides Agai...

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STEVE DIGIORGIO Says DAVE MUSTAINE Was 'Easy To Work With' On MEGADETH's 'The Sick, The Dying... And The Dead!' Album

Veteran metal bassist Steve DiGiorgio has reflected on the experience of laying down his bass tracks on MEGADETH's latest album, "The Sick, The Dying... And The Dead!" The longtime TESTAMENT bassist temporarily stepped in to record the bass tracks on MEGADETH's follow-up to 2016's "Dystopia" in the...

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Watch: KK'S PRIEST Performs At Rainbow Bar & Grill Backyard Bash 2024

KK'S PRIEST, which features former JUDAS PRIEST members K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim "Ripper" Owens (vocals),performed on Sunday, September 1 at the Rainbow Bar & Grill Backyard Bash 2024 in West Hollywood, California. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below. According to Setlist.fm,...

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MEGADETH's DIRK VERBEUREN On 'Destroy All Enemies' U.S. Tour: 'Every Night Is A Different Setlist'

In a new interview with Chicago Tribune, MEGADETH drummer Dirk Verbeuren spoke about the setlist for the band's ongoing "Destroy All Enemies" U.S. tour, which features support from MUDVAYNE and ALL THAT REMAINS. MEGADETH is performing classics from 1990's "Rust In Peace" and 1992's "Countdown To Ext...

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MARTY FRIEDMAN Will Stay Out On The Road 'For A Long, Long Time' In Support Of His New Solo Album 'Drama'

In a new interview with Rodrigo Altaf of Sonic Perspectives, former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman spoke about his touring plans in support of his most recent solo studio album, "Drama". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We are right now in the process of planning out the tours. We'v...

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MEGADETH's DIRK VERBEUREN On His Exercise Routine: 'I Do A Lot Of Stretching And Yoga'

In a new interview with Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz, MEGADETH drummer Dirk Verbeuren was asked if he has any "routines and stretches and wellness things" that he has to do to prepare for a tour. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "These days, yes, I do. I do a lot of stretching...

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DAVE MUSTAINE On TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI's Addition To MEGADETH: 'We Are A Band Again'

In a new interview with Chuck Armstrong of "Loudwire Nights", MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine was asked how the dynamic within the band since last year's addition of guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari. Mustaine responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, we are a band again. It doesn't feel like me...