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Would BUSH's GAVIN ROSSDALE Consider Writing An Autobiography? He Responds

In a new interview with "Rock & Review With Eric Dahl", BUSH frontman Gavin Rossdale was asked if he would ever consider writing an autobiography. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "They do say everyone has at least one book in them. But, of course, Christopher Hitchens, the gre...

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THUNDERMOTHER Guitarist FILIPPA NÄSSIL Explains Why She Fired Singer GUERNICA MANCINI

This past February, it was announced that singer Guernica Mancini, drummer Emlee Johansson and bassist Mona Lindgren were exiting THUNDERMOTHER and were forming a new band together. At the same time, guitarist Filippa Nässilrevealed that she would continue with a new THUNDERMOTHER lineup featuring s...

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ZAKK WYLDE, MARTY FRIEDMAN And MIKE PORTNOY Confirmed For Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's 'Metalmania III'

The ultimate rock 'n' roll experience returns this November with Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III". Taking place from November 9-12, this immersive, once-in-a-lifetime event offers rock enthusiasts of all skill levels a unique opportunity to dive headfirst into the electrifying world of...

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Watch: IRON MAIDEN's BRUCE DICKINSON Pours Beers For Fans At Robinsons Brewery

This past Friday (June 30),IRON MAIDEN singer Bruce Dickinson surprised 100 lucky fans from the band's official fan club who had gathered for an event to mark the tenth birthday of the Trooper beer, MAIDEN's hugely successful and award-winning beer produced in collaboration with the Stockport-based...

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RATT's STEPHEN PEARCY Doesn't Blame Grunge For Death Of 'Hair Metal'

RATT vocalist Stephen Pearcy has weighed in on the never-ending debate about how the rise of grunge in the early 1990s forced most hard rock bands off the radio and MTV, with album and tour sales plummeting. Asked in a new interview with Goldmine magazine if grunge was the deciding factor in RATT's...

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Former TESLA Guitarist TOMMY SKEOCH Quits RESIST & BITE, Joins BAD MARRIAGE

Former TESLA guitarist Tommy Skeoch has quit RESIST & BITE, the band hew launched more than three years ago. Joining him in the group were ex-LYNCH MOB lead vocalist Nathan Utz, guitarist Steve Stokes, drummer David Parks and bassist Brian Powell. Parks was later replaced by Michael Foreman (PAN...

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DEE SNIDER Signs Copies Of 'Frats' Fictional Novel At Looney Tunes: Video, Photos

TWISTED SISTER singer Dee Snider signed copies of his first fictional novel, "Frats", on Monday, June 26 at Looney Tunes in West Babylon, New York. Check out a video report from NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and photos below. A preview of "Frats" is available on the popular e-book subscription platfor...

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VOIVOD's MICHEL 'AWAY' LANGEVIN: 'My Main Fear' About Artificial Intelligence

In a new interview with Canada's The Metal Voice, VOIVOD drummer Michel "Away" Langevin spoke about the potential risks and challenges associated with the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Technology, I will always try to...

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN On Using Backing Tracks: 'If Your Laptop Goes Down, You Should Be Able To' Still Play Your Show

Former VAN HALEN bassist and current MAMMOTH WVH frontman Wolfgang Van Halen has once again blasted bands who rely heavily on pre-recorded tracks during their live performances. In recent years, more and more artists have been given a pass for relying on pre-recorded tracks, drum triggers and other...

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WARFARE's PAUL 'EVO' EVANS Talks Working With LEMMY And Recalls A METALLICA Parking Lot Riot

By David E. Gehlke Legendary MOTÖRHEAD frontman Lemmy Kilmister was not one for producing other bands, but he made an exception for drummer/vocalist Paul "Evo" Evans of WARFARE. Evans rose through the punk and metal ranks throughout the late '70s and early '80s as a member of ANGELIC UPSTARTS and TH...

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NITA STRAUSS Blasts Online Trolls: They'll Never Come To You To Your Face And Say, 'You Suck'

In a new interview with Jorge Botas of Portugal's Metal Global, Nita Strauss spoke about how she deals with Internet haters who spend much of their time criticizing her every career move. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I wrote a song about it. There's a song about it on [my upcoming...

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GODZ OF ROCK Feat. GILBY CLARKE, SIMON WRIGHT, CHUCK WRIGHT, TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS, NEIL TURBIN: Video Of INTENCITY FESTIVAL Concert

This past Friday (June 30),GODZ OF ROCK, a collection of musicians consisting of former and current members of GUNS N' ROSES, JUDAS PRIEST, WHITESNAKE, JOURNEY and ANTHRAX, headlined the IntenCity Festival at the Oblemenco Stadium in Craiova, Romania. Fan-filmed video of the performance and the pre...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: 'I'm A Free Agent Of A Fortunately Very Large Band That Owes Nobody Anything'

In a new interview with Amy Harris of The Travel Addict, MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine briefly touched upon the band's plans for the rest of 2023. He said: "So far, it doesn't seem like anything is out of reach. We have the elusive Grammy that we were trying to reach for so long. That happened and i...

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SKID ROW On The Road With KISS In Europe: First Part Of Behind-The-Scenes Video Recap

SKID ROW singer Erik Grönwall has shared the first part of a behind-the-scenes video recap of the band's ongoing European tour dates as the support act for KISS. Check out the 15-minute clip below. This past March, SKID ROW bassist Rachel Bolan and guitarist Dave "Snake" Sabo spoke to Meltdown of De...

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Watch: LOU GRAMM Performs FOREIGNER Classics At Illinois's FRONTIER DAYS

The JWStuff YouTube channel has uploaded video of original FOREIGNER singer Lou Gramm's July 1 performance at Arlington Heights, Illinois's annual Frontier Days festival. Check out the clips below. Gramm recently launched the "Lou Gramm All Stars" 2023 tour with his star-studded solo band, feat...