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JAMES LOMENZO 'Felt A Bit Like A Fish Out Of Water' After Joining MEGADETH Nearly Two Decades Ago

Yamaha Guitars has shared a mini-documentary on current MEGADETH bassist James LoMenzo. In this episode of Yamaha Guitars' "Artist Breakthrough Stories" series, we hear about James's passions, how he got to where he is today, and his defining "breakthrough" story. From his earliest memories of disco...

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LIFE OF AGONY Guitarist JOSEPH 'JOEY Z.' ZAMPELLA Shares Solo Instrumental Song 'The Fields'

To commemorate this year's Veterans Day, LIFE OF AGONY guitarist Joseph Zampella, a.k.a. Joey Z., has released an instrumental solo song called "The Fields". This past Friday (November 8),Zampella took to his social media to write: "On Monday, November 11th, (Veterans Day),I'll be releasing the fi...

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Watch: OVERKILL Performs Without Guitarist DEREK TAILER In Milwaukee

OVERKILL guitarist Derek Tailer was forced to sit out the band's November 8 concert at the Riverside Theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, reportedly after falling ill. The New Jersey thrash metal veterans went ahead and played the show, which was part of the group's North American tour with KING DIAMOND...

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OPETH's FREDRIK ÅKESSON Explains How Drummer WALTTERI VÄYRYNEN Landed Gig As Replacement For MARTIN 'AXE' AXENROT

In a new interview with Rock Antenne's David Loebe at Guitar Summit 2024, OPETH guitarist Fredrik Åkesson spoke about the September 2022 addition of drummer Waltteri Väyrynen (PARADISE LOST, BLOODBATH, BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT) to the group's ranks. Väyrynen replaced stand-in drummer Sami Karppinen who...

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ADRIAN VANDENBERG Explains Why He Took Decade-And-A-Half Break From Music Scene After Exiting WHITESNAKE

In a new interview with Alma Hard, Dutch guitarist Adrian Vandenberg (WHITESNAKE) was asked why he took a decade-and-a-half break from recording music prior to the 2014 release of the debut album from his band VANDENBERG'S MOONKINGS. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, I stayed toge...

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DAVID ELLEFSON's DIETH Releases New Single 'Animal Me'

DIETH, the band featuring former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson, Swedish guitarist/vocalist Guilherme Miranda (formerly of ENTOMBED A.D.) and drummer Michał Łysejko (ex-DECAPITATED),has released a new single, "Animal Me", across all digital platforms. Miranda says: "'Animal Me' represents the brea...

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MASSACRE's KAM LEE: Death Metal Innovator And Villain

By David E. Gehlke MASSACRE will release its fifth studio album, "Necrolution" in early November. Now under the direction of vocalist Kam Lee, the long-running Floridian outfit has decided to go back to basics for a largely enjoyable, no-frills excursion into the bowels of vintage death metal. The l...

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RICHIE KOTZEN On Whether He Would Sing For SOUNDGARDEN As CHRIS CORNELL's Replacement: 'I'm Not Looking To Join Anybody Else's Band'

In a recent interview with Chris Akin Presents, guitarist, singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Richie Kotzen was once again asked if he would ever consider joining SOUNDGARDEN or AUDIOSLAVE if he was approached to step in as the replacement for those two bands' late frontman Chris Cornell....

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QUEENSRŸCHE Is Hoping To Enter Studio In 2025 To Record Next Album

In a new interview with David Glessner of San Antonio Express-News, QUEENSRŸCHE guitarist Michael Wilton spoke about a possible follow-up to the band's 2022 album "Digital Noise Alliance". He said: "Yeah, we're gonna have to step up our game after the success of 'Digital Noise Alliance'. We've been...

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KING DIAMOND's Long-Awaited New Album To Arrive In Late 2025

KING DIAMOND guitarist Andy La Rocque and bassist Pontus Egberg spoke to Jimmy Kay of The Metal Voice about the two new songs — "Spider Lilly" and "Electro Therapy" — the band is performing on its current North American headlining tour. The "Saint Lucifer's Hospital 1920" trek, which launched on Oct...

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GARY HOLT, DAVID ELLEFSON And ERIC 'A.K.' KNUTSON Among 2025 EXTREME MUSIC AWARDS Presenters

Albany, New York's annual music event the Extreme Music Awards is gaining more momentum. What started as a way to honor local musicians has now grown to attract some of the biggest names in heavy music. The stage is set for January 11, 2025 at the Capital District's premier music venue, Empire Live,...

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I AM MORBID To Replace MORBID ANGEL On 'Devastation On The Nation' U.S. Tour

Florida death metal veterans MORBID ANGEL have pulled out of the previously announced seventh annual "Devastation On The Nation" U.S. tour presented by "Vox&Hops" metal podcast. They will be replaced on the bill by I AM MORBID, the band featuring former MORBID ANGEL members David Vincent (bass,...

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LIFE OF AGONY Announces 'Up Close & Unplugged' European Tour

LIFE OF AGONY will embark on the "Up Close & Unplugged" European tour in December. The eight-date trek will kick off on December 6 in Kinrooi, Belgium and conclude on December 18 in Wrocław, Poland. Tour dates: Dec. 06 - Kinrooi, BE @ De Stegel Dec. 07 - Oberhausen, DE @ Resonazwerk Dec. 08 - En...

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DAVID ELLEFSON And KEN MARY Team Up With CATHY RANKIN On New Single 'Now You've Gone'

Cathy Rankin has released her debut single "Now You've Gone", featuring renowned musicians David Ellefson (formerly of MEGADETH) and Ken Mary (formerly of ALICE COOPER). The emotional track, inspired by deeply personal experiences, reflects on themes of love, grief, and ultimately hope, and will be...

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Replica Of JOHN FRUSCIANTE's Iconic 1962 Stratocaster Unveiled By Fender Custom Shop

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and the Fender Custom Shop (FCS) have announced the Fender Custom Shop limited edition masterbuilt John Frusciante Stratocaster. This masterbuilt, bespoke guitar is a meticulously crafted replica of Frusciante's beloved 1962 sunburst Strat that has been...