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DAVID ELLEFSON Looks Back On MEGADETH's Early Years: DAVE MUSTAINE 'Needed A Real Right-Hand Man Who Was Gonna Be There'

During an appearance on "Vox&Hops", the podcast hosted by Matt McGachy, frontman of extreme metal band CRYPTOPSY, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson reflected on the band's early years, particularly how he survived the days of rock and roll debauchery and Sunset Strip excess of the late 1980...

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GUNS N' ROSES Bring Out Rarities At 2023 Tour Launch In Abu Dhabi

GUNS N' ROSES kicked off their 2023 tour earlier today (Thursday, June 1) in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, at the prestigious Etihad Arena, the largest indoor multi-purpose venue in the UAE, with a seating capacity of over 20,000. The Axl Rose-fronted outfit opened the concert...

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To Hell And Back

Best known as a member of ENTOMBED A.D.'s final lineup, guitarist Guilherme Miranda clearly means serious business. DIETH sees the Brazilian team up with ex-MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson, and if nothing else, "To Hell And Back" is an absolute feast for fans of the great man's playing. With former...

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TRIUMPH's GIL MOORE Says AI 'Could Be A Creative Tool For Musicians' When Not In Hands Of 'Bad Actors'

During an appearance on the "Beer Rum & Rock N Roll" podcast with host Randy Legault, drummer Gil Moore of legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH weighed in on a debate about people using AI (artificial intelligence) to create fake tracks and artist voices. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NE...

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EXTREME's NUNO BETTENCOURT On Playing With PAUL MCCARTNEY: 'It's Like You're Having This Bizarre Dream'

In a new interview with São Paulo, Brazil's 89 FM A Rádio Rock radio station, EXTREME guitarist Nuno Bettencourt reflected in his February 2015 performance with THE BEATLES legend Paul McCartney at the 57th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. He said (as transcribe...

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FREDDIE MERCURY's Handwritten Lyrics Suggest He Considered Giving QUEEN Classic 'Bohemian Rhapsody' Different Title

Freddie Mercury apparently considered giving QUEEN's now-classic track "Bohemian Rhapsody" a somewhat different title — "Mongolian Rhapsody" — when he was writing the song's lyrics. The alternate title was uncovered as part of a number of possessions which are being put on sale by the QUEEN singer's...

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BLACK SABBATH Bassist GEEZER BUTLER To Sign Copies Of 'Into The Void' Autobiography At London Bookstore

BLACK SABBATH bassist Geezer Butler will sign copies of his autobiography, "Into The Void: From Birth To Black Sabbath - And Beyond", on Thursday, June 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Waterstones' flagship branch in Piccadilly in central London, England. "Into The Void: From Birth To Black Sabbath - And Beyond" w...

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FILTER's RICHARD PATRICK On PANTERA Return: 'I Think It's Awesome'

FILTER's Richard Patrick has weighed in on the fact that PANTERA's surviving members Philip Anselmo (vocals) and Rex Brown (bass) have united with guitarist Zakk Wylde (OZZY OSBOURNE, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY) and drummer Charlie Benante (ANTHRAX) for a world tour under the PANTERA banner. Anselmo and Br...

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KISS Adds Three U.S. Shows To Final Leg Of 'End Of The Road' Tour

KISS has added three dates to the final North American leg of its "End Of The Road" farewell tour. These final runs of shows will kick off this September and now include stops in Crandon, Wisconsin; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Cleveland, ohio before wrapping up with a massive concert in the city where it...

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MOTÖRHEAD Releases 'I Got Mine' Video From 'We Play Rock 'N' Roll: Live At Montreux Jazz Festival '07'

The second track to be revealed from the MOTÖRHEAD's upcoming "We Play Rock 'N' Roll: Live At Montreux Jazz Festival '07" release is "I Got Mine". Originally released as a single in June 1983, preceding the album "Another Perfect Day", it feels fitting that this powerful live rendition from 2007 is...

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DEEP PURPLE's ROGER GLOVER Rules Out One Final Reunion With RITCHIE BLACKMORE: 'Why On Earth Would We Do That?'

In a new interview with Sakis Fragos of Rock Hard Greece, DEEP PURPLE bassist Roger Glover addressed the recent rumors that the band has been in talks with guitarist Ritchie Blackmore about reuniting for one final run before they call it quits. Asked if there is a chance of something like that happe...

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See New Trailer For METALLICA's 'M72 World Tour Live From Arlington, TX'

Tickets are on sale now for "Metallica: M72 World Tour Live From Arlington, TX - A Two Night Event" at metallica.film. Presented in cinemas worldwide by Trafalgar Releasing, this unprecedented global theatrical event brings METALLICA's "M72" world tour live from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas,...

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Watch Pro-Shot Video Of Original BIOHAZARD Lineup's First Performance In 12 Years

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Drew Stone of Stone Films NYC has shared professionally filmed video of the first reunion show of original lineup of BIOHAZARD — guitarist/vocalist Billy Gradziadei, guitarist Bobby Hambel, drummer Danny Schuler and bassist/vocalist Evan Seinfeld — which took plac...

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WARMEN Feat. Ex-CHILDREN OF BODOM Keyboardist JANNE WIRMAN: New Album 'Here For None' Due In August

WARMEN, the brainchild of former CHILDREN OF BODOM keyboardist Janne "Warman" Wirman, will release a new album, "Here For None", on August 18 via Reaper Entertainment. Comments Wirman: "Whether you know of WARMEN or are new to our music, you are in for a treat! We have put a lot of thought and energ...

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PARADISE LOST To Embark On 'Embers Of Europe' Fall 2023 Tour With MY DYING BRIDE

British gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST will celebrate the 30th anniversary of their fourth album, "Icon", by embarking on the "Embers Of Europe" tour in the fall. Support on the trek will come from MY DYING BRIDE. So far the following shows have been announced: Dec. 01 - Shepherds Bush Empire –...