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Ex-JOURNEY Bassist ROSS VALORY Always Knew 'Don't Stop Believin'' Would Become A Huge Hit

In a new interview with Chris Akin of The CMS Metal Show, ex-JOURNEY bassist Ross Valory was asked if he and his bandmates knew, at the time when they were recording it, that JOURNEY's "Don't Stop Believin'" would turn out to be one of the biggest songs of all time. He responded (as transcribed by B...

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Watch: MICHAEL ANTHONY, KENNY ARONOFF And PHIL X Perform VAN HALEN Classics At 2026 'Drum Off' Finale

Michael Anthony (VAN HALEN, CHICKENFOOT, Sammy Hagar),Phil X (BON JOVI, TRIUMPH) and Kenny Aronoff (CHICKENFOOT, Sammy Hagar) played several VAN HALEN classics — including "Somebody Get Me A Doctor", "Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love" and "I'm The One" — during the 2026 edition of Guitar Center's "Drum Off...

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Ex-SLAYER Drummer DAVE LOMBARDO Collaborates With Film Composer/Producer TYLER BATES And British Synth-Wave Band GUNSHIP

Renowned film composer/producer Tyler Bates has teamed up with British synth-wave band GUNSHIP and drummer Dave Lombardo (of SLAYER, MR. BUNGLE, MISFITS) for a new single collaboration, "Revolution.exe". Released on Bates's record label, Gravel And Echo Recordings, the track is hard-hitting, politic...

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EDDIE VEDDER Releases Official 'Better Believe' Music Video

The official music video for "Better Believe" is out now, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how Eddie Vedder, The Obama Foundation and artists and students from Chicago-based nonprofit Guitars Over Guns came together to create the song and its powerful live debut at the Obama Presidential Center...

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Legendary Rock Band JEFFERSON STARSHIP Releases New Single 'Jetpack'

Legendary rock band JEFFERSON STARSHIP returns with "Jetpack", an explosive new single available today across all digital platforms, accompanied by an official lyric video. JEFFERSON STARSHIP is currently on tour with DEEP PURPLE, and "Jetpack" captures the energy, musicianship, and adventurous spir...

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NICKELBACK Shares New Single 'Leave Me Behind' From Upcoming 'Everything Under The Sun' Album

Following the explosive arrival of "Rattle The Cage" (featuring John 5),Canadian rockers NICKELBACK have released their new single "Leave Me Behind", the third offering from their highly anticipated new studio album, "Everything Under The Sun", due on October 30, 2026, via Virgin Music Group. Where...

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RICHIE KOTZEN Releases New Solo Single 'Ivory Queen'

Acclaimed guitarist/vocalist Richie Kotzen has released a new solo song, "Ivory Queen". The official lyric video for the track can be seen below. In a video message, Richie stated about the inspiration for "Ivory Queen":  "'Ivory Queen' is not a woman. It's just a metaphor for the sort of embodiment...

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BRUCE DICKINSON Releases Dramatic New Video For 'Change Of Heart' From 'More Balls To Picasso' Album

Following the award-winning video for IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson's classic solo track "Tears Of The Dragon", released earlier this year, comes its companion piece. "Change Of Heart" was shot in São Paulo, Brazil in September 2025 when Bruce joined with directors Leo Liberti and Antoine de Mo...

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NEIL PEART Documentary Maker Hopes Film Will Reveal Iconic RUSH Drummer Was 'A Very Loyal And Loving Friend'

A new documentary about late RUSH drummer Neil Peart, "Neil Peart: No One's Disciple", will receive its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Directed by Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn — who previously directed the 2010 RUSH documentary "Beyond The Lighted Stage" — the 96-minute fil...

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CULT OF LUNA Shares New Single 'A Way Back' From Upcoming 'In The Shadow Of Your Shadow' Album

Sweden's post-metal titans CULT OF LUNA have shared their stunning, slow-burning new single "A Way Back" off their forthcoming new — and tenth — album "In The Shadow Of Your Shadow", due out November 6 via RED CRK Recordings. "I often find myself trying to describe a recurring feeling, the sensation...

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BUTCHER BABIES Announce New Album 'Nightbloom'

BUTCHER BABIES will release their new album, "Nightbloom", on October 2 via Judge & Jury Records. The official music video for the band's latest single, "Blame It On The Wind", can be seen below. "Nightbloom" was produced by acclaimed hitmaker Howard Benson, whose extensive credits include some...

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BARRY KERCH: 'I'm Not The Best Drummer In The World', But 'I Am The Best Drummer For SHINEDOWN'

During a recent appearance on The Ty Sherrell Show, SHINEDOWN drummer Barry Kerch spoke about the musical chemistry between him and his bandmates. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "There's a magic between the four of us. There's a magic. Listen, I'm not the best drummer in the world. I'...

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POISON's RIKKI ROCKETT On Why Now Is Right Time For Him To Release His Memoir: 'I Didn't Wanna Embarrass My Parents When They Were Alive'

POISON drummer Rikki Rockett's long-awaited memoir, "Ghost Notes: My Life In Poison", which was written with writer duo Leif Eriksson and Martin Svensson, will finally arrive September 15, 2026 via Rare Bird Books. Asked in a new interview with Erin Greatrix of This Day In Metal why now was the righ...

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Former MUSHROOMHEAD Vocalist WAYLON REAVIS's A KILLER'S CONFESSION Reimagines THE WEEKND's 'Blinding Lights'

A KILLER'S CONFESSION, the alt-metal outfit led by former MUSHROOMHEAD vocalist Waylon Reavis, has released a new single, "Blinding Lights", a stripped-down reimagining of The Weeknd's massive global hit. Stepping away from the crushing weight and aggression that typically define the band's sound, A...

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NICKELBACK Shares Behind-The-Scenes Footage From Making Of 'Rattle The Cage' Music Video

Rock icons NICKELBACK have shared behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the music video for "Rattle The Cage", the first single from their upcoming studio album, "Everything Under The Sun", which will arrive on October 30, 2026, via Virgin Music Group. Featuring a guest appearance by John 5,...