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KIKO LOUREIRO Opens Up About His Decision To Leave MEGADETH

Former MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro discussed his decision to leave the band during an appearance on the "Amplifica" podcast, hosted by his former ANGRA bandmate Rafael Bittencourt. According to the Brazilian-born guitarist, the reason he decided to exit Dave Mustaine's band was "freedom". He de...

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Early TED NUGENT Producer TOM WERMAN: 'His Musical Career Will Be Heavily Overshadowed By His Political Pronouncements'

In a new interview with the GUNS N' ROSES-centric "Appetite For Distortion" podcast, Tom Werman, who produced several of Ted Nugent's classic early albums, was asked if he thinks Ted's guitar talents tend to get overlooked due to his publicized political beliefs. He responded (as transcribed by BLAB...

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GODSMACK Announces More Dates For 2024 'Vibez Tour'

GODSMACK will embark on the "Vibez Tour" in February 2024. The multi-platinum Grammy-nominated hard rock band is transforming its thunderous pyro-filled amphitheater rock show into a more intimate experience. The band is set to deliver a series of intimate evenings featuring acoustic/electric perfo...

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DUFF MCKAGAN Announces Live Performance At Seattle Record Store

GUNS N' ROSES bassist Duff McKagan will celebrate his recently released solo album "Lighthouse" by performing on December 8 at Easy Street Records in Seattle, Washington. Here's the catch: Snag a copy of "Lighthouse" to secure your entry into this exclusive event, select "in-store pick up" at checko...

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METALLICA To Perform In Saudi Arabia For First Time Ever

METALLICA will play its first-ever concert in Saudi Arabia next month. The heavy metal giants will headline the opening night of the three-day Soundstorm festival in Riyadh on December 14. Other artists scheduled to appear at the event include Pharrell Williams, Chris Brown, H.E.R., BLACK EYED PEAS,...

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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: Ex-DEATH Drummer CHRIS REIFERT Performs DEATH Classics With LEFT TO DIE In Oakland

Former DEATH drummer Chris Reifert joined LEFT TO DIE on stage last night (Friday, November 24) at Eli's Mile High in Oakland, California to perform the DEATH classics "Infernal Death" and "Evil Dead". Fan-filmed video of his appearance can be seen below. LEFT TO DIE is the new band featuring classi...

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MAGNUM Shares New Single 'Blue Tango'

British rock band MAGNUM will release a new studio album, "Here Comes The Rain", on January 12, 2024 via Steamhammer/SPV. The official lyric video for the LP's first single, "Blue Tango", can be seen below. MAGNUM guitarist/songwriter Tony Clarkin states: "Apart from MAGNUM's typical trademarks, 'He...

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Watch: THE BLACK CROWES' CHRIS ROBINSON Joins DIRTY HONEY For Cover Of AC/DC's 'Rock N' Roll Damnation'

THE BLACK CROWES frontman Chris Robinson joined DIRTY HONEY on stage this past Monday (November 20) at the band's concert at the Belasco Theatre in Los Angeles, California to perform a cover of AC/DC's "Rock N' Roll Damnation". Professionally filmed video of the performance can be seen below. The DI...

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Documentary About GODSMACK Frontman SULLY ERNA's Life Is Finally Released

"I Stand Alone: The Sully Erna Story", a film based on GODSMACK frontman Sully Erna's life story, has been made available via Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video. The 98-minute documentary was written and produced by Erna, with additional writing, production and editing by Noah Berlow and writing, prod...

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MEGADETH To Auction Off Memorabilia Via THE REALEST Marketplace

MEGADETH has teamed up with The Realest for an exclusive memorabilia auction kicking off on November 27. Sign up at TheRealest.com now to get in on the action and have access to authentic MEGADETH stage-played and signed items. The Realest is a new authentication standard and marketplace for entert...

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Watch: THE BLACK CROWES Reflect On Early Recording Sessions With Producer GEORGE DRAKOULIAS

In the eight-minute video below, THE BLACK CROWES' Rich and Chris Robinson reflect on some of their early recording sessions with producer George Drakoulias. A deluxe reissue of THE BLACK CROWES' second album, "The Southern Harmony And Musical Companion", will arrive on December 15. The set will inc...

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New MEGADETH Guitarist TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI: 'I Can't Wait To Get Back On Stage And Rock All Over The World'

New MEGADETH guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari has released a statement thanking Dave Mustaine and his predecessor Kiko Loureiro for "all the guidance" and their "trust" in him. The 36-year-old broke his silence about his addition to MEGADETH one day after Mustaine confirmed that Mäntysaari will continue t...

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DAVE MUSTAINE: We Will Move Forward With TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI As Guitar Player For MEGADETH

Dave Mustaine has confirmed that Teemu Mäntysaari will continue to play guitar for MEGADETH for the foreseeable future. The MEGADETH leader addressed the band's current lineup one day after longtime MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro announced his decision to "extend" his absence from the group's tour...

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Report: AC/DC To Perform At Munich, Germany Stadium Next June

Munich, Germany's mayor Dieter Reiter has confirmed to Bayerischer Rundfunk reporter Mathias Flasskamp that AC/DC is scheduled to perform at the city's Olympic Stadium on June 12, 2024. "I didn't know it was supposed to be a secret," Reiter said after it was revealed that he inadvertently leaked the...