Search results for 'john 5'

News

GEOFF TATE Says 'Operation: Mindcrime III' Album Was 'Recorded All Over The World'

Ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate will release the third and final chapter in the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album series, on May 3. The LP's first single, "Power", will be made available on Friday, March 20. "Power" was written by Geoff and his guitarist/producer Kieran Robertson. It feat...

News

Former EXCITER Guitarist JOHN RICCI: 'I Don't Think A.I. Should Play A Part In Songwriting'

In a new interview with Robert Edwards of Talkin' Bout Rock, former EXCITER and current POWERRAGE guitarist John Ricci weighed in on a debate about people using an A.I. (artificial intelligence) music generator as a tool to create melodies, harmonies and rhymes based on artificial intelligence (A.I....

News

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA's JEREMY DEPOYSTER Doesn't Believe In Relying On Backing Tracks During Live Performances: 'We Literally Hate That'

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA guitarist and vocalist Jeremy DePoyster has weighed in on bands who rely heavily on pre-recorded tracks during their live performances. In recent years, more and more artists have been given a pass for relying on pre-recorded tracks, drum triggers and other assorted technology...

News

GEOFF TATE Shares Behind-The-Scenes Video From Making Of Upcoming 'Operation: Mindcrime III' Album

Ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate has shared behind-the-scenes footage from the making of his upcoming third and final chapter in the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album series, which is due on May 3. The LP's first single, "Power", will be released on Friday, March 20. Check out the video be...

News

ONSLAUGHT's NIGE ROCKETT Is 'Still Struggling A Lot' After His Health Issues

In a new interview with the Rock 'N' Blues Experience, guitarist Nige Rockett of the U.K.-based thrash metal veterans ONSLAUGHT opened up about his road to recovery after being absent from the group for about three years due to his illness, including a battle with cancer. Asked how he is feeling at...

News

EXODUS's GARY HOLT: 'I'm Not Rich, But I Make A Living Playing Guitar, And That's A Gift In Itself'

In a new interview with Moshville Times, Gary Holt was asked what has kept him so focused on EXODUS since he joined the band four and a half decades ago. The 61-year-old guitarist responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's a way of life, being in EXODUS. Even in the years I spent [touring...

News

SABATON Releases Battle-Ready New Music Video 'Yamato' In Partnership With 'World Of Warships'

Swedish masters of heavy metal SABATON have joined forces with leading historically accurate naval multiplayer game World Of Warships and released a brand new single and music video titled "Yamato" — available in-game and on all DSPs now. It is being released by Better Noise Music on the heels of 20...

News

GEOFF TATE's 'Operation: Mindcrime III' Album To Arrive In May: The Production Is 'Miles Above' The Original 1988 LP

In a new interview with Canada's The Metal Voice, ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate spoke about his upcoming third and final chapter in the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album series, which is due in May. The LP's first single, "Power", is expected to be released next week. Asked why he wante...

News

ADRIAN SMITH Says Upcoming Official IRON MAIDEN Documentary Includes 'A Few Things That Have Never Come To Light Before'

In a new interview with Gastão Moreira of Brazil's Kazagastão, IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith was asked if he has seen the band's upcoming feature documentary, titled "Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition", which will hit theaters for a limited time only beginning May 7, 2026. He said (as transcribed b...

News

THE DEAD DAISIES Announce Special May 2026 Show Featuring GLENN HUGHES

Rock fans in the Chicago area won't want to miss this exclusive event on May 30, 2026 at the legendary Arcada Theatre, as THE DEAD DAISIES return for a special night of rock featuring Glenn Hughes on vocals and bass. Glenn will join Doug Aldrich, Tommy Clufetos and David Lowy for this rare, one-off...

News

JACK OSBOURNE Welcomes Baby Girl Named After Late Father OZZY

Jack Osbourne, son of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, and his wife, Aree Gearhart, have announced the arrival of their second baby together. Named Ozzy Matilda Osbourne after her late grandfather, who died in July 2025, Jack's fifth daughter was born on March 5, weighing in at 7 pounds and 4 ounces. Jack...

News

TED NUGENT Still Doesn't Care About Being Excluded From ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME: 'It Doesn't Affect Me At All'

In a new interview with The Adam Carolla Show, Ted Nugent once again hinted that his political views are one of the main reasons he hasn't been inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. The conservative rocker, who been eligible for the honor as a solo artist since 2000, has enjoyed a remarkably...

News

Ex-SLIPKNOT Drummer JAY WEINBERG Is Selling Some Of His Drum Kits, Stage-Worn Masks And Outfits

After 17 years performing with artists such as BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & THE E STREET BAND, SLIPKNOT, SUICIDAL TENDENCIES, AGAINST ME!, and more, Jay Weinberg has compiled an incredible collection of drums, stage outfits, gold record plaques, and other collectibles. Beginning Wednesday, March 18, fans...

News

FEAR FACTORY Announces November 2026 U.S. Tour With DARKEST HOUR And BROTALITY

Industrial metal pioneers FEAR FACTORY have announced a November 2026 U.S. tour with support from DARKEST HOUR and BROTALITY. The "Cybernetic Domination" trek will kick off immediately after FEAR FACTORY's upcoming co-headlining tour with Cleveland, Ohio-based masked metal masters MUSHROOMHEAD. FEAR...

News

New RUSH Touring Drummer ANIKA NILLES Shares 'Drip' Music Video

Award-winning fusion drummer Anika Nilles has released the official music video for her song "Drip". The track, which was written by Anika and Nevell, is taken from Nilles's fourth album "False Truth", which came out in September 2025. Nilles was chosen to fill in for the late Neil Peart this year a...