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ZZ TOP Bassist DUSTY HILL's 1953 Fender Is Second-Highest-Selling Bass In Auction History

In celebration of its 20th anniversary as the leading rock 'n' roll memorabilia auction house, Julien's Auctions kicked off "The Collection Of Dusty Hill Of ZZ Top" Thursday, December 7, with a spectacular first evening sale presentation of the rock icon's one-of-a-kind instruments, custom made west...

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Inspiratio Profanus

It's the perfect gift for those who would like to terrorize their relatives during the Christmas period. "Inspiratio Profanus" compiles all the cover versions that DIMMU BORGIR have recorded over the years into one big, black and bellicose tribute to the bands that fueled the Norwegians' collective...

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DEE SNIDER: 'Free Speech Is A Right. It Is Also A Privilege.'

TWISTED SISTER frontman Dee Snider, who is promoting a new graphic novel, "Dee Snider: He's Not Gonna Take It", which illustrates the fateful day he spoke in defense of free speech, alongside Frank Zappa and John Denver, at a Senate hearing regarding placing content-warning labels on album covers, s...

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MICHAEL ANTHONY, WARREN DEMARTINI, SEBASTIAN BACH, Others To Celebrate 1980s Rock At Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp

Join Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to jam with legendary rockers celebrating the iconic music of VAN HALEN and other 1980s rock bands. Unleash your inner rockstar and jam out alongside the best talents, crafting unforgettable musical moments in this exclusive and el...

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BRUCE DICKINSON Unveils Complete 'The Mandrake Project' Album Details

Last night, Bruce Dickinson unveiled the dramatic, action-packed video for "Afterglow Of Ragnarok", the first single to be taken from his upcoming solo album "The Mandrake Project". In front of a packed audience on the opening day of CCXP23, Brazil's huge Comic-Con event in Sao Paulo, the IRON MAIDE...

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COREY TAYLOR Announces Spring/Summer 2024 European Tour Dates

SLIPKNOT frontman Corey Taylor has announced the following solo European shows for spring/summer 2024: June 03 - Warsaw, Poland - Klub Stodola June 05 - Budapest, Hungary - Barba Negra Track June 06 - Zagreb, Croatia - Culture Factory June 08 - Nuremberg, Germany - Rock im Park June 09 - Nurburg, Ge...

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MARTY FRIEDMAN's Next Solo Album Will Be 'Dramatic And Orchestral'

During the question-and-answer portion of this month's Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III" in Los Angeles, Marty Friedman spoke about his upcoming solo album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET; video by TheSilverdude): "I've got 15 solo albums now, and each time I try to do somet...

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Watch: ZAKK WYLDE Performs OZZY OSBOURNE And BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Classics At Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's 'Metalmania III'

Zakk Wylde performed OZZY OSBOURNE and BLACK LABEL SOCIETY classics with attendees of Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III", which took place November 9-12 in Los Angeles, California. The immersive, once-in-a-lifetime event offered rock enthusiasts of all skill levels a unique opportunity to...

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Watch: FEAR FACTORY Joined By BUTCHER BABIES' HEIDI SHEPHERD For 'Martyr' Performance In Munich

BUTCHER BABIES' Heidi Shepherd joined FEAR FACTORY on stage last night (Friday, November 24) at the Backstage Halle in Munich, Germany to perform the song "Martyr". Fan-filmed video of her appearance can be seen below (courtesy of the TrulyStucker YouTube channel). Last month, FEAR FACTORY kick...

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MARTY FRIEDMAN Explains Why He 'Failed Miserably' During His OZZY OSBOURNE Audition

During the question-and-answer portion of this month's Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III" in Los Angeles, Marty Friedman reflected on his audition for Ozzy Osbourne's band back in the late 1980s. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET; video by TheSilverdude): "I failed miserably. I...

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METAL CHURCH's MARC LOPES Talks U.S. Politics: 'We're Entering Dictatorship And True Fascism And Socialism Territories'

In a new interview with Andrew McKaysmith of Australia's "Scars And Guitars" podcast, METAL CHURCH vocalist Marc Lopes discussed his political views, particularly as it relates to the two major political parties in the U.S. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I meet a lot of peopl...

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FEAR FACTORY's DINO CAZARES On New Singer MILO SILVESTRO: 'If You Close Your Eyes, You Think It's' BURTON C. BELL

In a new interview with Nyva Zarbano, FEAR FACTORY guitarist Dino Cazares spoke about the band's plans to make a new studio album in 2024. The effort will mark FEAR FACTORY's recording debut with the group's latest addition, Italian-born vocalist Milo Silvestro, whose addition to FEAR FACTORY was of...

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GENE SIMMONS Isn't A Fan Of Cellphones: 'If I Had My Druthers, I'd Take Them All Away'

In a new interview with USA Today, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons was asked how he feels about looking into a sea of phones during the band's concerts. He responded: "I'm not a fan of cellphones. If I had my druthers, I'd take them all away. "I risk my life every time I get on that stage," he co...

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CHRISTOFER JOHNSSON Talks About THERION 'Giving The Fans What They Wanted' With 'Leviathan' Albums

By David E. Gehlke THERION founder, mastermind, songwriter and guitarist Christofer Johnsson has never been one to skirt philosophical topics when chatting about his band. Johnsson certainly has the perspective, having conceptualized and codified symphonic metal in the mid-1990s, well before it beca...

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STEVEN ADLER: VINCE NEIL's 'Voice Is Rock 'N' Roll Gold'

When Steven Adler and GUNS N' ROSES emerged from the Sunset Strip with "Appetite For Destruction", they soon became known as the World's Most Dangerous Band. Not far behind them in terms of reputation were a riotous group of glam rock ruffians known as MÖTLEY CRÜE — fronted by Vince Neil. Taking a b...