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JINJER Shares Another New Single, 'Green Serpent'

Ukrainian modern progressive metallers JINJER will release their fifth studio album, "Duél", on February 7, 2025 via Napalm Records. The official music video for the LP's latest single, "Green Serpent", can be seen below. The song begins with thick grooves and calm, clear vocals by Tatiana Shmayluk...

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DOUG ALDRICH Is 'Doing Better Than Expected' In Battle With Throat Cancer

Former WHITESNAKE and DIO and current THE DEAD DAISIES guitarist Doug Aldrich has offered an update on his condition, two months after he underwent a "very successful" surgery following a throat cancer diagnosis. Earlier today (Tuesday, November 26),Doug took to his Instagram to write: "Hi everyone...

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BLACK STONE CHERRY's BEN WELLS Releases Children's Book, 'Good Girl, Sunny Pearl'

Guitarist Ben Wells of Kentucky rockers BLACK STONE CHERRY has released his first children's book. "Good Girl, Sunny Pearl" follows a rambunctious beagle puppy who is full of mischief and never listens to her parents. Her antics drive them crazy until one day she decides to turn things around and be...

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MARK 'THE ANIMAL' MENDOZA On Possibility Of TWISTED SISTER Reunion: 'Never Say Never'

Nearly two years after TWISTED SISTER's one-off onstage reunion at the Metal Hall Of Fame in Agoura Hills, California, Mark "The Animal" Mendoza was asked by the "Rockstrap" podcast about his current relationship with his longtime bandmates. The bassist said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Th...

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MAX CAVALERA Is Returning To 'Tribal Groove Power' On Next SOULFLY Album: 'Let's Go Back To What It Was In The Beginning'

In a new interview with Dave Rumbler of Metal-Roos, SOULFLY frontman Max Cavalera confirmed that he is working on the follow-up to 2022's "Totem" album for a 2025 release. Regarding the musical direction of the new SOULFLY material, he said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "[It will be] very tr...

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Ex-GUNS N' ROSES Drummer MATT SORUM Celebrates 17 Years Of Sobriety

Matt Sorum is celebrating the 17th anniversary of his getting sober. On Sunday (November 24),the 64-year-old ex-GUNS N' ROSES and VELVET REVOLVER drummer took to his social media to write: "Woke up this morning at a very early hour which I do regularly now that I have my daughter Lou Ellington and...

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Watch: DREAM THEATER's Concert In Paris Filmed For Future Release

DREAM THEATER's November 23 concert at Adidas Arena in Paris, France was filmed for future release on DVD and Blu-ray. Earlier today (Sunday, November 24),DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy took to his social media to share a photo from last night's show and he included the following message: "Merc...

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PAUL STANLEY Says The Media Is Largely To Blame For A Divided America

In a new interview with "Rock Of Nations With Dave Kinchen And Shane McEachern", KISS frontman Paul Stanley was asked to elaborate on his recent post-U.S. presidential election call for unity. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Obviously it's sad to see a country divided, a country as gr...

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KING DIAMOND Cancels Shows In Calgary, Portland And Seattle

The KING DIAMOND shows in Calgary, Portland and Seattle have been canceled. Affected dates: Nov. 22 - Grey Eagle Event Centre - Calgary, AB Nov. 24 - Keller Auditorium - Portland, OR Nov. 25 - The Moore Theatre - Seattle, WA KING DIAMOND kicked off its long-awaited North American headlining tour on...

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ZAKK SABBATH Announces March 2025 European Tour

ZAKK SABBATH, the BLACK SABBATH tribute band featuring guitarist/vocalist Zakk Wylde (BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, OZZY OSBOURNE),bassist Robert "Blasko" Nicholson (OZZY OSBOURNE, ROB ZOMBIE) and drummer Joey Castillo (DANZIG, QUEEN OF THE STONE AGE),will embark on a European tour in March 2025. Blasko, w...

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Would KROKUS's MARC STORACE Join AC/DC As Replacement For BRIAN JOHNSON? 'I'd Certainly Give It A Try'

During an appearance on the November 20 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", KROKUS singer Marc Storace once again said that he has no regrets about turning down a chance to audition for AC/DC more than four decades ago. The 73-year-old Maltese-born vocalist — whose band had opened...

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DREAM THEATER's MIKE PORTNOY Says Fans Have Been 'So Welcoming' On 40th-Anniversary Tour: 'It's Been Overwhelming'

DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy and guitarist John Petrucci were interviewed by "Coffee With Ola", the YouTube program hosted by Ola Englund, the Swedish guitarist, record producer and owner of Solar guitars. Asked how it feels to be back in DREAM THEATER after a 13-year absence, Portnoy said (as...

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COHEED AND CAMBRIA Announces New Album 'The Father Of Make Believe'

COHEED AND CAMBRIA will release its new album, "The Father Of Make Believe", on March 14, 2025 via Virgin Music Group. The new full-length marks the tenth studio album from the New York band and continues the narrative of "The Amory Wars" / "Vaxis" universe, following their 2022 album "Vaxis Act II:...

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JOHN PETRUCCI To Be Joined By MIKE PORTNOY, TOSIN ABASI, CHRIS BRODERICK, Others At Summer 2025 'Guitar Universe' Camp

DREAM THEATER guitarist John Petrucci has announced the fifth edition of his "Guitar Universe" camp. "John Petrucci's Guitar Universe 5.0" will take place August 7-10, 2025 at Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa in Henderson, Nevada. Joining Petrucci at the camp will be guest instructors Tosin Ab...

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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE To Release New Single 'Forever Aligned' On Wednesday

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE will release a new single, "Forever Aligned", on Wednesday, November 20. The track is taken from the band upcoming album, "This Consequence", tentatively due in early 2025 via Metal Blade. "Forever Aligned" will premiere at midnight EST Monday night (November 18) on SiriusXM's Liqu...