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DAVE MENIKETTI's 'Raw' Vocal Performance Is Focus Of New Version Of Y&T's 'If You Want Me' Song

Y&T has shared an alternate version of the track "If You Want Me" focusing on frontman Dave Meniketti's vocals. In a statement accompanying the YouTube release of the song, Y&T said: "This track is from the 2010 Y&T 'Facemelter' record and is mostly just Dave's vocal, with a little of th...
July 25, 2020
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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET Defends GIANTS Pitcher For Refusing To Kneel During 'Black Lives Matter' Moment Because Of Faith

Michael Sweet of openly Christian rockers STRYPER has defended San Francisco Giants pitcher Sam Coonrod for citing his religion as a decision not to kneel during a moment honoring the "Black Lives Matter" movement ahead of the season opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Coonrod was the only playe...
July 24, 2020
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SYSTEM OF A DOWN's JOHN DOLMAYAN Says 'Black Lives Matter' Movement 'Could Care Less' About Black People

SYSTEM OF A DOWN drummer John Dolmayan has criticized players for the Major League Baseball for taking a knee during the national anthem to take a stand against systemic racism. Major League Baseball's coronavirus-delayed season finally kicked off on Thursday with players dropping to one knee in a g...
July 24, 2020
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SKILLET To Release 'Victorious: The Aftermath' In September

SKILLET will release its deluxe edition project, "Victorious: The Aftermath", on September 11. The band has just unveiled a pre-sale package that includes the album and SKILLET's second graphic novel, "Eden II: The Aftermath". Also available today is the instant-grat track "Terrify The Dark (Reimagi...
July 24, 2020
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Ohio Club Where DIMEBAG Was Murdered Could Be Turned Into Affordable Housing

According to Columbus Business First, the Alrosa Villa nightclub in Columbus, Ohio, where PANTERA and DAMAGEPLAN guitarist "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott was murdered more than 15 years ago, could be turned into affordable apartments. Plans are afoot to build a $38 million, 180-unit complex on the site wh...
July 24, 2020
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DEVIN TOWNSEND Announces 'Revolutionary' Virtual Concert 'Empath Volume 2: By Request'

Canadian singer, songwriter and producer Devin Townsend has announced a new virtual event dubbed "Empath Volume 2: By Request". Set to take place on September 5, it will see him run through the set he was due to perform at this year's edition of United Kingdom's Bloodstock Open Air festival. Townsen...
July 24, 2020
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Let There Be Nothing

There was a time, not so long ago, when the U.S. trad and power metal scenes seemed terminally unable to compete with their European counterparts. Or at least that's what we tell ourselves shortly before the shaming revelation that JUDICATOR are poised to release their fifth studio album. Doubtless...
July 23, 2020
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Former SKID ROW Drummer ROB AFFUSO Is Offering 'Digital Meet-And-Greets'

Former SKID ROW drummer Rob Affuso is offering "digital meet-and-greets," including "private lessons" and "private educational talks." Interested parties can e-mail [email protected] for more information. Affuso — who left SKID ROW in 1998 and claims to be "the only former member that keeps...
July 23, 2020
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CLUTCH Invites Fans To Choose Setlist For 'Live From The Doom Saloon - Volume II'

Maryland rockers CLUTCH have invited their fans to choose the setlist for the band's next live stream concert. Tickets are on sale now at ClutchMerch.com for what the group has dubbed "Live From The Doom Saloon - Volume II". Fans are encouraged to construct their dream 14-song setlist via ClutchSetL...
July 23, 2020
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ACE FREHLEY Teases Cover Of DEEP PURPLE's 'Space Truckin'' From 'Origins Vol. 2' Album

Ace Frehley has shared a teaser for his cover version of the DEEP PURPLE classic "Space Truckin'". The track will appear on "Origins Vol. 2", the sequel to his 2016 collection of cover songs that inspired the former KISS guitarist, due later in the year via eOne. Frehley's full version of "Space Tru...
July 23, 2020
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BON JOVI: '2020' Album Due In October; 'Do What You Can' Single Now Available

After being forced to cancel its world tour and delay a highly anticipated album, Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame band BON JOVI announced today that the LP, "2020", has officially been set for release on October 2, 2020 on Island Records. The band also released a new single, "Do What You Can", available...
July 23, 2020
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Senators Introduce Relief Bill For Independent Live Music Venues During Pandemic

U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and John Cornyn (R-TX) have introduced the Save Our Stages Act, which would provide Small Business Administration grants for independent live music venue operators affected by COVID-19 stay-at-home orders. These grants would provide six months of financial support...
July 23, 2020
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Will There Ever Be A DAMN YANKEES Reunion? 'Nothing Is Impossible,' Says TED NUGENT

During the latest episode of the "Ted Nugent Spirit Campfire" show, legendary rocker Ted Nugent spoke about the possibility of a reunion of the DAMN YANKEES, the supergroup he formed more than three decades ago with Jack Blades, Tommy Shaw and Michael Cartellone. He said (see video below): "Nothing...
July 23, 2020
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GUNS N' ROSES, ALICE IN CHAINS, ANTHRAX And LAMB OF GOD Members To Celebrate 40 Years Of AC/DC's 'Back In Black' Album

On Friday, July 24, Gibson will celebrate 40 years of AC/DC's landmark album "Back In Black" with the "Back In Black 40th Anniversary: A Virtual Celebration" livestream event. Hosted by Jared James Nichols, the "Back In Black 40th Anniversary: A Virtual Celebration" will feature Slash, Sebastian Bac...
July 22, 2020
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JIMMY PAGE Says It's 'Really Unlikely' LED ZEPPELIN Will Play Again In The Future

Jimmy Page says that it's "really unlikely" that LED ZEPPELIN will ever play any more concerts. The guitarist discussed the possibility of a reunion of his legendary band during an appearance this morning (Wednesday, July 22) on BBC Radio 2 after his previously unreleased collaboration with THE ROLL...
July 22, 2020