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HELLOWEEN's MICHAEL KISKE: 'I Don't Think There Was Ever Any Serious Consideration' About Me Joining IRON MAIDEN

HELLOWEEN singer Michael Kiske has once again shot down the rumor that he was approached to join IRON MAIDEN as the replacement for Bruce Dickinson. When Dickinson left IRON MAIDEN in 1992, many heavy metal fans felt that Kiske seemed the best fit to fill his shoes. But the job instead went to WOLFS...

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DEVIN TOWNSEND: 'I've Invested Everything I Have Into Making 'The Moth''

On Thursday, March 27, 2025 and Friday, March 28, 2025, the lifelong work of visionary musician, composer, and producer Devin Townsend will unfold in De Oosterpoort in Groningen, where he will perform the rock opera "The Moth" together with the Noord Nederlands Orkest (North Netherlands Symphony Orc...

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Founding THE DAMNED Guitarist BRIAN JAMES Dead At 70

Brian James, founding member of THE DAMNED, died peacefully on Thursday, March 6, with his wife Minna, son Charlie and daughter-in-law Alicia by his side. He was 70 years old. Writer of the first-ever U.K. punk single "New Rose", Brian was the principal songwriter of THE DAMNED's debut album, "Damne...

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HERMAN RAREBELL Explains Why He Left SCORPIONS

In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, former SCORPIONS drummer Herman Rarebell was asked which of the band's albums is closest to his heart. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Actually, two or three. [1980's] 'Animal Magnetism'. The follow-up, [1982's] 'Blackout'. I wrot...

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GHOST's TOBIAS FORGE: 'As A Singer, OZZY OSBOURNE Had A Phenomenal Impact On Me'

In a new interview with HardDrive XL's Lou Brutus, GHOST mastermind Tobias Forge spoke about the fact that he will appear at the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity show on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The concert will mark the original lineup of BLACK SABBATH's last-ever...

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L.A. GUNS Share Music Video For New Song 'Lucky Motherf***er' From Upcoming 'Leopard Skin' Album

L.A. GUNS' new album, "Leopard Skin", will be released on April 4, 2025. It will mark the first fruit of L.A. GUNS' reunion with Cleopatra Records, a label known for its diverse roster and innovative approach to music production. The official music video for the LP's second single, "Lucky Motherfuck...

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Would HERMAN RAREBELL Consider Rejoining SCORPIONS? 'It Depends', He Says

In a new interview with Canada's The Metal Voice, former SCORPIONS drummer Herman Rarebell was asked if he would consider rejoining the band, if the other guys were open to it. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It depends, really, what the plan would be. At the moment, I see no rea...

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Ex-DREAM THEATER Drummer MIKE MANGINI Shares Drum-Cam Playthrough Video For First Single From His New Band MONOLITH

Former DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini's drum-cam playthrough video for "Oligarchs", the first single from his new band MONOLITH, can be seen below. In addition to Mangini, MONOLITH features Hernán "Motley" Rodríguez on bass and vocals, and Andy Barrow on guitar. The trio describes itself on soci...

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DEVIN TOWNSEND Is Collaborating With STEVE VAI On 'The Moth' Rock Opera

In a new interview with Loaded Radio, Canadian visionary musician, composer, and producer Devin Townsend spoke about his relationship with guitar god Steve Vai with whom he collaborated on the VAI band's "Sex & Religion" album back in 1993. Devin said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "[Stev...

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FINGER ELEVEN's Long-Awaited New Album Will 'Surprise A Lot Of People'

In a recent interview with Skratch N Sniff, FINGER ELEVEN lead vocalist Scott Anderson shared insights about the band's journey, including FINGER ELEVEN's latest single, "Adrenaline", and the group's upcoming album. Scott opened up about touring with CREED on their "Summer Of '99" tour in 2024, his...

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TESTAMENT To Celebrate 35th Anniversary Of 'Practice What You Preach' On Spring 2025 'An Evening With…' U.S. Tour

San Francisco Bay Area thrashers TESTAMENT have announced "An Evening With Testament" tour celebrating the 35th anniversary of their third album, "Practice What You Preach". In support of the "Practice What You Preach" reissues via Nuclear Blast, TESTAMENT wanted to do something special and intimate...

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See Trailer For Official NICK MENZA Documentary 'This Was My Life'; East Coast Screening Announced For April 2025

Screaming Butterfly Entertainment, in partnership with Ellefson Films and BayView Entertainment, has announced a second event for the fully authorized Nick Menza documentary "This Was My Life: Nick Menza's Metal Memories With Megadeth And Beyond". This special event will be held on Thursday, April 1...

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MIKE PORTNOY Believes That He Is 'More Of A Team Player' Now Than He Was During His Initial DREAM THEATER Run

In a new interview with Japanese music critic and radio personality Masa Ito of TVK's "Rock City", DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy was asked what he has added to the band since he rejoined the progressive metal giants in October 2023 after a 13-year absence. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBE...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Drops First Episode Of 'The David Ellefson Show' Featuring Special Guest FRANK BELLO

For the debut episode of "The David Ellefson Show" video podcast, legendary ANTHRAX bassist Frank Bello joins ex-MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson and podcast co-host Joshua Toomey for an epic conversation packed with killer stories, bass talk, and plenty of laughs. Frank dives into his new partnershi...

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KERRY KING Says SLAYER Will Perform BLACK SABBATH Cover At OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert

In a new interview with SPIN, Kerry King revealed that SLAYER will perform a BLACK SABBATH cover at Ozzy Osbourne and SABBATH's final concert on July 5 in Birmingham, England. "That's an important day," King said, adding that he and SLAYER drummer Paul Bostaph have already been rehearsing the SABBAT...