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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM's ERIC 'A.K.' KNUTSON: 'The Whole Grunge Era Really Did Damage To Us'

On this week's episode of The David Ellefson Show, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson and co-host Joshua Toomey welcome vocalist Eric "A.K." Knutson of veteran Arizona metallers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM for a conversation spanning more than four decades of thrash metal history. Eric joins the show to...

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KAMELOT's TOMMY KAREVIK Admits It Was A 'Challenge' To Replace ROY KHAN, But Says 'Now It Feels Like My Band'

In a new interview with Ethereal Metal, KAMELOT's Tommy Karevik spoke about what it was like to replace Roy Khan nearly a decade and a half ago. The Swedish singer has appeared on the band's last five studio albums, 2012's "Silverthorn", 2015's "Haven", 2018's "The Shadow Theory", 2023's "The Awaken...

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ACCEPT's MARK TORNILLO On Importance Of Warming Up Before A Show: 'If I Just Go Out There All Guns Blazing Without Doing Any Vocal Exercises,' I'm 'Not Gonna Last'

In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, Mark Tornillo was asked if it was difficult to become an active musician again — after not touring and recording for several years — in 2009 when he was asked by ACCEPT to join the band as the replacement for Udo Dirkschneider. He responded (as transcribe...

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SILENOZ On DIMMU BORGIR's Longevity: 'We Love What We Do, And We're Meant To Do This'

In a interview with Łukasz Dunaj of Noise Magazine at this year's Mystic Festival in Gdańsk, Poland, which took place from June 3 to 6, 2026, guitarist Sven "Silenoz" Kopperud of Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR was asked to name the "most difficult moment" in the the band's history...

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Watch: MICHAEL ANTHONY, KENNY ARONOFF And PHIL X Perform VAN HALEN Classics At 2026 'Drum Off' Finale

Michael Anthony (VAN HALEN, CHICKENFOOT, Sammy Hagar),Phil X (BON JOVI, TRIUMPH) and Kenny Aronoff (CHICKENFOOT, Sammy Hagar) played several VAN HALEN classics — including "Somebody Get Me A Doctor", "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love" and "I'm The One" — during the 2026 edition of Guitar Center's "Drum Off...

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MYSTIC PROPHECY Announces New Album 'In Metal'

German heavy metal torchbearers MYSTIC PROPHECY have announced their brand-new studio album, "In Metal", set for release on November 27, 2026, via the Perception label, a division of Reigning Phoenix Music. Marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the band, the album announcement arrives...

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NETFLIX On DEMON HUNTER's Lawsuit Over 'KPop Demon Hunters' Trademark: 'These Allegations Are Without Merit'

Netflix has released a statement in response to a lawsuit filed by the Christian metal band DEMON HUNTER (pictured) over the use of the "KPop Demon Hunters" name. The lawsuit was filed Tuesday (August 18) by Hyde Lane, the corporate entity for DEMON HUNTER, against Netflix, Netflix Studios and AEG P...

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Spanish Thrashers ANGELUS APATRIDA Sign With NAPALM RECORDS, Announce 'The Reckoning' EP

Spanish thrash metal heavyweights ANGELUS APATRIDA are entering a new era, officially signing with Napalm Records. Formed in 2000, the Spanish quartet has spent more than two decades establishing itself as one of the leading forces in the international thrash metal scene, performing at major festiva...

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Final Filmed QUEEN Live Performance To Be Screened At London's Roundhouse Ahead Of Its Release In Cinemas And IMAX

Playback Live, in collaboration with Sony Music Vision, present "Queen Budapest" as a dynamic new event before the film is released to cinemas and IMAX. For one day only, the screening will take place live in an active concert environment for two performances at London's iconic Roundhouse on October...

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KAMELOT's THOMAS YOUNGBLOOD On Upcoming Tour: 'Even Though We've Been Around A Long Time, We Really Focus On The New Songs'

In a new interview with MikeP of TotalRock's "The Autopsy" radio show, KAMELOT's founding guitarist Thomas Youngblood spoke about how he and his bandmates go about choosing a setlist for their tours. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): " Yeah, that's very hard. We always start with the new...

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DANKO JONES Doesn't Really Believe All Of His Band's Songs Sound The Same: 'The References' In The Music 'Are Really Varied And Very Particular'

In a new interview with Kati Rausch of Music Interview Corner, DANKO JONES's namesake frontman was asked about his previous comment that all of the band's songs "sound the same". He clarified (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "That's just a joke. Obviously, I don't believe that. I don't really r...

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Los Angeles Metal Band STRYFE To Release 'Breathe' Single Through CANDLEPOWER RECORDS

Candlepower Records and ElectraCast Media have announced a distribution agreement with Southern California progressive metal band STRYFE. "Breathe", the first single from STRYFE on Candlepower, drops August 22. STRYFE is a Los Angeles-based metal band known for its dynamic blend of heavy rock, progr...

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SLASH Praises New Generation Of Guitarists: 'Little Kids Are Blowing My Mind'

In a new interview with the "Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show", which airs on New York's Q104.3 FM radio station, GUNS N' ROSES' Slash was asked if he thinks it's easier or harder now for aspiring guitarists to get started than it was when he first began playing the instrument more than four de...

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TOMMY VICTOR On PRONG's New Self-Titled Album: 'There's A Little Bit More Rejuvenation In The Sound Of The Band'

In a new interview with Cassidy of the WSOU 89.5 FM radio station, PRONG guitarist/vocalist Tommy Victor spoke about the band's upcoming self-titled album, due on November 6 via Napalm Records. Regarding why he decided to make the new LP a self-titled affair, Tommy said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOU...

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THE FLOWER KINGS Announce 18th Studio Album 'Hope', Share First Single 'In A World Of Fools'

After more than three decades of pushing the boundaries of progressive rock, THE FLOWER KINGS return with their new album, "Hope", due out on October 23, 2026 on InsideOut Music. The follow-up to 2025's "Love" stands as both a celebration of their legacy and a bold artistic statement. The album also...