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TRIUMPH's RIK EMMETT Doesn't Need To Tour 'For The Money' Or The 'Ego': 'I Don't Miss It'

In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, TRIUMPH guitarist/vocalist Rik Emmett, who completed radiation treatment for prostate cancer more than a year ago, spoke about his reluctance to return to full-scale touring. The 71-year-old Canadian-born musician said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH...

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Next EUROPE Album Will Be 'Really Strong', With 'Great Melodies': 'Some Of It's Really Heavy As Well'

In a new interview with El Expreso Del Rock, EUROPE vocalist Joey Tempest spoke about the band's plans for the follow-up to 2017's "Walk The Earth" album. Asked if the musical direction of the upcoming LP will be similar to that of "Walk The Earth" and 2015's "War Of Kings", he said (as transcribed...

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See JAMES HETFIELD Rock Out To APOCALYPTICA In Denver

METALLICA's James Hetfield attended APOCALYPTICA's March 3 concert at the Paramount Theatre in Denver, Colorado. The Finnish cello rockers are currently touring North America in support of "Apocalyptica Plays Metallica, Vol. 2" — the sequel to their legendary debut record — which came out last June...

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There Will 'Definitely' Be A New TRIXTER Album, Says STEVE BROWN

In a new interview with Youngstown Studio's B.J. Lisko, guitarist Steve Brown, who has been performing semi-acoustic TRIXTER shows with TRIXTER bandmate P.J. Farley on bass, backed by Ben Hans on percussion, was asked if he was open to making a new TRIXTER album in the not-too-distant future. He res...

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You Can Be GENE SIMMONS's Roadie For A Day — For $12,495

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons is offering his fans a chance to be his roadie for a day during his upcoming tour with the GENE SIMMONS BAND. Simmons's $12,495 "Personal Assistant And Band Roadie For The Day" experience is limited to one per show and includes the following perks: * You will meet...

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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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New THREE DAYS GRACE Album To Arrive In June

Last November, Canadian rockers THREE DAYS GRACE released "Mayday", their first single since the return of original frontman Adam Gontier. The 46-year-old musician, who left THREE DAYS GRACE in 2013, is sharing lead vocals in the band's new lineup with singer Matt Walst, who has fronted THREE DAYS G...

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WHITESNAKE: 'Access All Areas: Live' Eight-CD Box Set Due In April

Rhino Records will release WHITESNAKE's "Access All Areas: Live" on April 25. Consisting of six live shows across eight CDs, "Access All Areas: Live" captures the raw excitement of WHITESNAKE in full flight, live on stage. Kicking off with "Live... In The Still Of Night", legendary rock singer David...

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DISTURBED Is Having 'Fun' Reliving 'The Sickness' Album On 25th-Anniversary Tour

In a new interview with Liv Maddix of the 105.7 The Point radio station, DISTURBED guitarist Dan Donegan spoke about the band's 34-date "The Sickness 25th Anniversary Tour", which kicked off in Nampa, Idaho on February 25, 2025 and is produced by Live Nation. The tour celebrates 25 years of DISTURBE...

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ZAKK WYLDE On His Recording Process: 'I Never Demo Anything'

In a new interview with Andertons Music Co., legendary guitarist Zakk Wylde (OZZY OSBOURNE, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, PANTERA) spoke about how his songwriting and recording process has evolved over the course of the last four decades. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "Back in the da...

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BLINK-182, DEFTONES, KORN And BRING ME THE HORIZON To Headline 2025 AFTERSHOCK Festival

It's lucky year 13 for Aftershock as producer Danny Wimmer Presents announces the highly anticipated lineup for the West Coast's largest rock, punk and metal festival, coming back to Discovery Park in Sacramento, California October 2-5, 2025. The four-day destination event will feature more than 115...

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MARTY FRIEDMAN On His Unconventional Picking Style: 'It Has Little To Nothing To Do With My Playing'

In a new interview with Premier Guitar, former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman once again addressed his unconventional picking style which sees his right hand held at an angle. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "I never really had proper instruction, so when I started off, I just did...

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TRIUMPH's RIK EMMETT On Having Humility: 'When You're 71, There's Not Much Cocky Vanity Left'

In a new interview with The Metal Voice, Rik Emmett of legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH was asked if he thinks there is "more of a demand" for the band now than ever. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, geez, that's a lovely thing for you to say. I don't think more than ever,...

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GEOFF TATE On How He Keeps His Voice In Shape: 'I Have To Work At It'

In a new interview with Portugal's Look magazine, ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate spoke about how he goes about writing songs. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "For me, the creative process begins with a schedule and being able to start your day with music. For instance, if I'm workin...

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See QUEENSRŸCHE Singer TODD LA TORRE Lay Down Drum Tracks On New TWIZTID Album

Video of QUEENSRŸCHE singer Todd La Torre laying down the drum tracks on the song "Plastic" from "Welcome To Your Funeral", the latest album from Detroit's demented duo TWIZTID, can be seen below. The LP was released on February 14. La Torre, who has played drums since the age of 13, previously reco...