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'MEGADETH Day' Proclaimed In City Of La Vergne, Tennessee

The City of La Vergne, Tennessee proclaimed January 17, 2026, as "Megadeth Day", recognizing the internationally acclaimed heavy metal band's visit to the city during a special music event hosted locally. According to a press release, MEGADETH visited La Vergne City Hall on Friday, January 16 for a...

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Not Like Everybody Else

Battle-worn survivors of the original punk movement, and reliably mischievous old goats, THE DAMNED are one of the greatest bands of all time. Contrary to popular belief, they were only a punk rock band for a couple of years, swiftly blossoming into something much more interesting. Upon the release...

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MEGADETH Shares 'Puppet Parade' Single From Upcoming Self-Titled Album

As anticipation continues to build for MEGADETH's final studio album, the metal titans have released the LP's latest single, "Puppet Parade". It marks the fourth single from MEGADETH's upcoming self-titled album, due on January 23, 2026. The follow-up to "The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!" will be...

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ADRIAN SMITH On NICKO MCBRAIN's Departure From IRON MAIDEN: 'We Had To Make The Change For The Band To Continue'

In a new interview with Metal Hammer España, IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith shared his views on the December 2024 departure of drummer Nicko McBrain, MAIDEN's first lineup change in 25 years. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "I think the MAIDEN drumming gig is one of the toughest,...

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DAVE MUSTAINE Says He 'Loves' JAMES HETFIELD And LARS ULRICH: 'We're Constantly Working On Improving Our Relationship'

In a new interview with SPIN.com, Dave Mustaine spoke about his decision to include his version of "Ride The Lightning", the title track of METALLICA's 1984 album for which he got a co-writing credit following his 1983 departure from the band, on the final MEGADETH album, simply titled "Megadeth". D...

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Watch: MEGADETH Performs 'I Don't Care' Live For First Time At 'Let There Be Shred' Fan Event In Tennessee

MEGADETH performed the new song "I Don't Care" live for the first time this past Saturday, January 17 at "Let There Be Shred", a one-day fan event held a short distance outside of Nashville in La Vergne, Tennessee. The exclusive, all-day immersive celebration also included an opportunity for fans he...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE On Retirement: 'I'm Gonna Play Until The Last Second, And When I Can't, That's When I'm Gonna Stop'

On Saturday, January 17, the four members of MEGADETH — guitarist/vocalist Dave Mustaine, guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari, bassist James Lomenzo and drummer Dirk Verbeuren — took part in a question-and-answer session from Nashville, Tennessee with SiriusXM radio personality Jose Mangin. The discussion, w...

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DAVID ELLEFSON On Early Thrash Metal Bands: 'There Was This Off-The-Chain Freedom To The Spirit Of The Music'

In a new interview with INDIEPOWER TV, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson was asked when he first heard the term "thrash metal" used to describe the extreme subgenre of heavy metal music characterized by its overall aggression and fast tempo. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I thin...

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Ex-CRO-MAGS Frontman JOHN JOSEPH Rules Out Reunion, Blasts HARLEY FLANAGAN For Re-Recording 'The Age Of Quarrel' Album

Former CRO-MAGS singer John Joseph has blasted the band's founder Harley Flanagan over the latter's decision to re-record CRO-MAGS' debut album, 1986's "The Age Of Quarrel", for inclusion in the feature documentary "Harley Flanagan: Wired For Chaos", which charts Harley's tumultuous life and surviva...

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DAVE MUSTAINE's Next Memoir, 'In My Darkest Hour', To Detail His Cancer Battle

Grand Central Publishing's recently launched Da Capo imprint has set a tentative September 2027 release date for MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine's next memoir, "In My Darkest Hour". The book will detail Mustaine's "gnarly" treatment after he was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma at the back of h...

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THE DAMNED Releases New Single 'Summer In The City' From Upcoming Covers Album 'Not Like Everybody Else'

With the final single from their upcoming covers album "Not Like Everybody Else", punk legends THE DAMNED deliver a vibrant reinterpretation of THE LOVIN' SPOONFUL's classic "Summer In The City". With driving guitars and raw, energetic delivery, the cover heightens the song's gritty urban edge and c...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: 'I'm Not A Right-Winger'

MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine has clarified his political stance, stressing that he does not identify as a "right-winger". In a new interview with The New York Times, the 64-year-old guitarist/vocalist said. "I'm a Christian, and I answer to a different set of angels. I obey the law, but no, I'm not...

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RIVAL SONS Are Preparing To Start Work On New Album: We Are 'Looking Forward To Getting Into The Studio'

During a January 14 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", RIVAL SONS singer Jay Buchanan was asked what he and his bandmates have planned in terms of touring and recording for the next few months. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We're gonna be getting into the...

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AVENGED SEVENFOLD's M. SHADOWS: 'I Don't Really Think About Staying True To Anything But Ourselves'

In a new interview with Mexico's Korno Espinosa, AVENGED SEVENFOLD singer M. Shadows was asked how he and his bandmates balance staying true to their roots while constantly evolving their sound. M. Shadows said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don't really think about staying true to anythin...

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Legendary 1970s Rock Band ANGEL To Embark On 'Farewell' Tour In 2026-2027

Singer Frank DiMino and guitarist Punky Meadows from the legendary '70s rock band ANGEL will embark on ANGEL's farewell tour this summer. The trek, which is expected to run through 2027, will include a stop at the Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, California on August 7. Less than a year ago, DiMino...