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JOEY TEMPEST: How IRON MAIDEN Influenced EUROPE In Band's Early Years

In a recent interview with BBC Radio Manchester's Mike Sweeney, EUROPE frontman Joey Tempest explained how British rock has been his greatest influence ever since he formed his first band, FORCE, with friend John Norum in their hometown of Upplands Väsby, Sweden in 1979. "We had Swedish bands, but w...

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DON DOKKEN Says DOKKEN Members Split Money Equally In Early Days: 'Looking Back, I Could Say It Was A Stupid Thing To Do'

In a recent interview with the "On The Road To Rock With Clint Switzer" podcast, DOKKEN leader Don Dokken explained why he and his bandmates decided in the beginning to split their songwriting royalties equally between the four members of the group. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "DOK...

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BRIAN FAIR: New SHADOWS FALL Music Is 'Sick'

In a new interview with RichardMetalFan, Brian Fair reflected on SHADOWS FALL's decision to reunite for a concert in December 2021 at The Palladium in Worcester in the band's native Massachusetts. The 48-year-old singer, who lives in St. Louis, Missouri with his wife and their two kids, said (as tra...

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METALLICA Shares Pro-Shot Video Of 'Master Of Puppets' Performance From First-Ever Concert In Saudi Arabia

METALLICA has shared professionally filmed video of the "Master Of Puppets" performance from the band's first-ever concert in Saudi Arabia, which took place on December 14. The heavy metal giants headlined the opening night of the three-day Soundstorm festival in Riyadh. METALLICA's setlist was as f...

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GODSMACK's SULLY ERNA On Documentary About His Life: 'It's A Story About Perseverance'

During a recent appearance on "The Mistress Carrie Podcast", GODSMACK frontman Sully Erna spoke about "I Stand Alone: The Sully Erna Story", a film based on his life story, which was made available in November via Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video. Based on Erna's memoir, "The Paths We Choose", which...

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METALLICA Shares Pro-Shot Video Of 'The Unforgiven' Performance From First-Ever Concert In Saudi Arabia

METALLICA has shared professionally filmed video of "The Unforgiven" performance from the band's first-ever concert in Saudi Arabia, which took place on December 14. The heavy metal giants headlined the opening night of the three-day Soundstorm festival in Riyadh. METALLICA's setlist was as follows:...

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BRIAN FAIR On Making New SHADOWS FALL Music: 'It's Been A Blast'

During a recent episode of "Drinks With Johnny", the Internet TV show hosted by AVENGED SEVENFOLD bassist Johnny Christ, SHADOWS FALL frontman Brian Fair spoke about the reunited band's plans for new music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We're pretty deep into the process. I'd say I'...

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New QUEENSRŸCHE Book 'Roads To Madness: The Touring History Of Queensrÿche (1981-1997)' Due In March

"Roads To Madness: The Touring History Of Queensrÿche (1981-1997)" is now available for pre-order at nwmetalworxmusic.com. The book will be published in March 2024. QUEENSRŸCHE is one of the pioneers of progressive heavy metal. "Roads To Madness" covers the band's beginnings in the 1980s as an openi...

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ELIAS SORIANO: NONPOINT Will Concentrate On Making New Full-Length Album 'Shortly'

In a new interview with "Cutter's Rockcast", NONPOINT singer Elias Soriano was asked if releasing a series of EPs as opposed to concentrating on a full-length album has enabled him and his bandmates to focus more on touring. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "The touring comes and g...

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GODSMACK's SHANNON LARKIN Reflects On The Moment He Realized He Had 'Made It' As A 'Rock Star'

In a recent interview with Heavy Consequence, Shannon Larkin spoke about his early days as a member of GODSMACK and reflected on the moment when he realized he had "made it." The drummer said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "My story would take forever to tell, but I went through a lot of band...

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MAX CAVALERA Says He 'Hates' Writing Lyrics: It Is 'Like Torture'

In a new interview with Czech Republic's Project Backstage, former SEPULTURA and current SOULFLY frontman Max Cavalera spoke about his tendency to occasionally address societal and political issues in his music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, I'm gonna start by saying I hate wr...

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RONNIE ATKINS Doesn't Rule Out More PRETTY MAIDS Shows: I Know A Lot Of Fans Wanna See The Band Again'

In a new interview with Jorge Botas of Portugal's Metal Global, PRETTY MAIDS singer Ronnie Atkins, who is battling stage four cancer, spoke about the Danish hard rock veterans' recent announcement that they were planning to reunite in 2024 to play several concerts. He said (as transcribed by BLABBER...

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DEICIDE Shares New Song 'Bury The Cross... With Your Christ' In Blasphemous Christmas Gift To Fans

In a defiant move that shatters the tranquility of the festive season, death metal legends DEICIDE have unleashed a savage new song and video, "Bury The Cross... With Your Christ". This audacious release is a testament to their unyielding commitment to the genre, offering a brutal contrast to the tr...

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MEGADETH's Second Concert At 15,000-Capacity Movistar Arena In Buenos Aires Sells Out In Two Hours

According to concert promoter Ake Music Productions, MEGADETH's recently added second show in Buenos Aires, Argentina sold out shortly after tickets went on sale on December 20. After the April 13, 2024 concert at the 15,000-capacity Movistar Arena sold out in a matter of minutes, the band added ano...

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SABATON: 'We Have A Lot Of Activities Planned For Our 25th-Anniversary Celebration' In 2024

Swedish metallers SABATON will enter the studio in January to begin recording their eleventh album. The follow-up to 2022's "The War To End All Wars" is tentatively due later in 2024 via Nuclear Blast Records. SABATON revealed a rough timeline for the band's next release in a Christmas video message...