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EXODUS's GARY HOLT On Split With STEVE 'ZETRO' SOUZA: 'One Guy Wasn't Enjoying It Anymore'

In a new interview with CBS SF, EXODUS guitarist Gary Holt spoke about the recent departure of the band's longtime vocalist Steve "Zetro" Souza and the return of Zetro's predecessor, Rob Dukes. Asked if there was any thought of even considering a different singer with the band after parting ways wit...

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BRENDON SMALL Talks Inspiration For 'Metalocalypse': 'These Characters Were A Representation Of Celebrityism'

In a new interview with Australia's Heavy, Brendon Small spoke about his inspiration for "Metalocalypse", the hit animated series he created on Adult Swim featuring the fictitious metal band DETHKLOK. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It started out where these characters really were a...

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Watch: EXODUS Plays First Concert With Singer ROB DUKES In 11 Years

San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal pioneers EXODUS played their first concert with singer Rob Dukes in nearly 11 years last night (Saturday, April 5) at the Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly at the Fillmore in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The band's setlist was as follows, according to...

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Watch: RATT's STEPHEN PEARCY And WARREN DEMARTINI Play First Reunion Concert

RATT singer Stephen Pearcy and guitarist Warren DeMartini played their first reunion show last night (Saturday, April 5) at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut. Playing alongside Pearcy and DeMartini were former RATT and QUIET RIOT guitarist Carlos Cavazo, former RATT and ROUGH CUTT bassist Matt...

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RUSH's ALEX LIFESON Is Open To Writing Book About His 40 Years On The Road

During an April 1 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", RUSH guitarist  Alex Lifeson was asked if he would follow his bandmate Geddy Lee's example and write a memoir. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think [Geddy is] on his fourth book now. So he's got the bu...

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RUSH's ALEX LIFESON: NEIL PEART Was 'Amazing To Work With'

In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, RUSH guitarist Alex Lifeson was asked what it was like to work with late RUSH drummer Neil Peart, both as a lyricist and as a drummer. Alex responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Neil was amazing to work with. He was very, v...

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GODSMACK Confirms Split With SHANNON LARKIN And TONY ROMBOLA: 'Their Departure Opens The Door For New And Exciting Possibilities'

GODSMACK has confirmed the departure of the band's longtime drummer Shannon Larkin and guitarist Tony Rombola. Earlier today, GODSMACK frontman Sully Erna released the following statement via social media: "To our dearest friends and fans, we send this message to all of you to share some bittersweet...

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SHANNON LARKIN Says He And TONY ROMBOLA Quit GODSMACK Last Year

Shannon Larkin says that he and guitarist Tony Rombola quit GODSMACK last year because they "didn't want to tour anymore." GODSMACK kicked off its 2025 European tour on March 22 at Arena 8888 in Sofia, Bulgaria. Filling in for Larkin and Rombola at the gig — and all the dates since then — have been...

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Ex-MOTÖRHEAD Guitarist PHIL CAMPBELL On OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert: 'It Is Gonna Be Amazing'

In a new interview with the "Everblack" podcast, former MOTÖRHEAD and current PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS guitarist Phil Campbell was asked about BLACK SABBATH's upcoming reunion concert, which will take place on July 5 in the band's original hometown of Birmingham, United Kingdom. Ozzy Osbou...

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Despite 40 Years As One Of Rock's Best Singers, JEFF SCOTT SOTO Is Not A Household Name: 'I Have My Own Dedicated Legion Of Fans'

By David E. Gehlke Undoubtedly one of rock's accomplished singers, Jeff Scott Soto now finds himself juggling multiple bands at once, a common scenario for many vocalists in his age bracket. His CV is no doubt impressive, dotted with the likes of Yngwie J. Malmsteen, TALISMAN, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHEST...

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SAVATAGE's JON OLIVA Says He Nearly Died In A 'Freak Accident': 'I Hit A Tree And The Tree Cut My Car In Half'

After more than two decades without a proper tour, SAVATAGE is preparing to return to the stage. The American metal band, known for its fusion of heavy, progressive, and power metal, has been largely inactive in the live scene since 2002, with their last full performance taking place at Wacken Open...

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METALLICA's KIRK HAMMETT On BLACK SABBATH: 'My Life Would Be Extremely Different If They Didn't Do What They Did'

In a new interview with Heavy Consequence, METALLICA guitarist Kirk Hammett spoke about the fact that his band will appear at the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity show on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The concert will mark the original lineup of BLACK SABBATH's last-eve...

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RUSH's ALEX LIFESON: 'As Far As Music's Concerned, Whether It's The Past Or The Future, I'm In A Great Spot'

In a new interview with Ken Dashow of new York's Q104.3 radio station, RUSH guitarist Alex Lifeson was asked about his previous comment that he and RUSH bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee sounded "like a really, really bad RUSH tribute band" when they first started playing music together again following dru...

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GHOST's TOBIAS FORGE: BLACK SABBATH Was 'Hugely Influential For Me'

During an appearance on The Mistress Carrie Podcast, GHOST mastermind Tobias Forge once again spoke about the fact that he will appear at the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity show on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The concert will mark the original lineup of BLACK SABBAT...

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BILLY CORGAN's New Solo Project To Perform Music From SMASHING PUMPKINS' 'Mellon Collie', 'Machina' And 'Aghori Mhori Mei' Albums

Billy Corgan, the frontman of the iconic rock band THE SMASHING PUMPKINS, has announced a new solo project titled BILLY CORGAN AND THE MACHINES OF GOD which will commemorate the anniversaries of the legendary albums with sets drawn from "Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness" and the double album "...