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Former SKID ROW Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL Announces 'Bad Bones' Solo Album, Shares Title Track

Former SKID ROW singer Erik Grönwall will release his new solo album, "Bad Bones", on May 22. After years of fronting some of rock's most iconic acts, Erik returns with his first fully original solo LP. Known worldwide for his powerhouse vocals and commanding stage presence, Erik has previously fron...

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HALESTORM's LZZY HALE On Growing Number Of Female Rock Musicians: 'My Only Responsibility Is To Try To Make It A Little Easier For Whoever Comes After Me'

In a new interview with Carl Craft of the New Jersey radio station 95.9 The Rat, HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale was asked what changes she, as one of the leaders of the female rock movement, hoped to see in the next few years. She responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've had conversatio...

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TOOL, PANTERA, MEGADETH, LIMP BIZKIT, PAPA ROACH, GOJIRA, Others Set For 2026 LOUDER THAN LIFE Festival

Louder Than Life returns to the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky September 17-20 for its twelfth edition, delivering the largest lineup in the festival's history and the biggest bill ever assembled by producer Danny Wimmer Presents. TOOL and LIMP BIZKIT join previously announced he...

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AVATAR's JOHANNES ECKERSTRÖM Says Touring Life Has 'Changed A Lot' In Last 15 Years: It 'Was Much Wilder'

In a new interview with GRIMM Gent, vocalist Johannes Eckerström of Swedish metallers AVATAR was asked how his relationship with touring has changed compared to 10 or 15 years ago. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, it has changed a lot. 15 years ago was much wilder than now....

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AREJAY HALE On Why HALESTORM Doesn't Use Backing Tracks In Concert: 'We're So Technologically Illiterate That Everything Would Go Wrong'

In a new interview with Chile's PowerOfMetal.cl, HALESTORM drummer Arejay Hale weighed in on bands who rely heavily on pre-recorded tracks during their live performances. He said  (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "The challenging thing about HALESTORM is that we don't play to a click, we don't...

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Ex-SKID ROW Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL To Release Solo LP This Year: 'I've Never Been Prouder Of An Album Than I Am Right Now'

In a new interview with Roppongi Rocks' Stefan Nilsson, former SKID ROW singer Erik Grönwall confirmed that his new solo album will arrive before the end of 2026. He worked on the LP with his producer and former H.E.A.T. bandmate Jona Tee. Erik said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I can't say...

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RICH WARD Says Next FOZZY Single Will 'Probably Be Released' In March

In a new interview with U.K.'s MetalTalk, FOZZY guitarist Rich Ward spoke about the band's latest single, "Fall In Line", which was released in April 2025 via Madison Records. "Fall In Line" was the follow-up to FOZZY's previous standalone single, "Spotlight", which was made available in October 202...

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ACCEPT Guitarist PHILIP SHOUSE Announces Debut EP 'Side 1'

Acclaimed guitarist Philip Shouse has announced his debut EP, "Side 1", set for release on February 27 via Wild Kingdom/Sound Pollution. To celebrate the announcement, Philip shares the first single from the release, "Run Away From You", alongside an official music video, available below. "Run Away...

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FOZZY's CHRIS JERICHO: 'I Think Reinvention Is Important At Any Stage Of Your Career'

In a new interview with Soundsphere's Dom Smith, FOZZY frontman and wrestling superstar Chris Jericho was asked how he and his bandmates plan on "reinventing" themselves in 2026. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think reinvention is important at any stage of your career, 'cause...

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FOZZY Announces May 2026 U.S. Tour Dates

FOZZY, the band featuring wrestling superstar Chris Jericho and STUCK MOJO mastermind Rich "The Duke" Ward, has announced the "Twisted Faith Tour 2026", set to take place around the band's appearances at the Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple festivals. Along for the ride for FOZZY's headlining s...

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MYLES KENNEDY Says Singing 'Crazy Train' In Front Of OZZY OSBOURNE Was 'Fun But Intimidating'

In a new interview with iHeartRadio Canada's JD Lewis, ALTER BRIDGE singer Myles Kennedy, who also fronts Slash's solo band, SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS, was asked if he had any fond memories of legendary heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne. He responded (as transcribed by BLAB...

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LIMP BIZKIT, THE OFFSPRING And GOJIRA To Headline 2026 ROCK FEST In Cadott, Wisconsin

Rock Fest, the largest three-day rock music and camping event in the U.S., returns July 16-18 with one of its most stacked lineups to date. Taking over the hayfield in Cadott, Wisconsin, Rock Fest 2026 delivers a heavy-hitting mix of global headliners, fan-favorite staples and 21 national acts makin...

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DEF LEPPARD's JOE ELLIOTT: 'PAUL RODGERS Is Indeed One Of The Greatest Rock Vocalists Of All Time'

DEF LEPPARD's Joe Elliott and Phil Collen are among the musicians who appear on "Can't Get Enough: A Tribute To Bad Company" — the first-ever official BAD COMPANY tribute album, honoring one of rock's most iconic bands as they celebrate their long-overdue induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fam...

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HALESTORM's AREJAY HALE On Supporting IRON MAIDEN In Europe: 'I Was Very, Very Pleasantly Surprised By How Well That Tour Went'

During a recent appearance on The DJ Force X podcast, HALESTORM drummer Arejay Hale spoke about his band's May/June 2025 European run of shows as the support act for British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "That was crazy. [Laughs] It ended up being a r...

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NITA STRAUSS Is Expecting Her First Child With Husband And Manager JOSH VILLALTA

Nita Strauss and husband and manager Josh Villalta announced on Instagram they are expecting their first child together. Earlier today (Thursday, January 1),the 39-year-old Los Angeles-based guitar shredder for the ALICE COOPER band shared a peek at a sonogram and ultrasound and included the follow...