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MIKE TRAMP Explains Decision To Embark On 'The Songs Of White Lion' Tour
In a recent interview with Rockin' Metal Revival, former WHITE LION singer Mike Tramp spoke about his decision to embark on an extensive North American tour which will see him performing all the WHITE LION hits, including "When The Children Cry", "Little Fighter", "Wait", "Lady Of The Valley", "Rada...May 23, 2020
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VINNY APPICE Says RONNIE JAMES DIO 'Never Warmed Up' Before Going On Stage
Former DIO, BLACK SABBATH and HEAVEN & HELL drummer Vinny Appice has confirmed to Professor Of Rock that legendary singer Ronnie James Dio "never warmed up" before hitting the stage. Appice recalled (see video below): "[Ronnie would be] backstage. Right before the show, I'd go to his dressing ro...May 23, 2020
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QUEEN's BRIAN MAY Says Agonizing 'Nerve Pain' Came To Inhabit His Body About Three Weeks Ago
QUEEN guitarist Brian May says that he is recovering from agonizing nerve pain which "inhabited" his body less than a month ago. Earlier today (Saturday, May 23),May posted an Instagram video of him sitting outdoors, and he included the following message: "I've got some great help with pain managem...May 23, 2020
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BLAZE BAYLEY Says Making Albums Is A 'Very Long' And 'Intense' Process
British heavy metal vocalist Blaze Bayley, who fronted IRON MAIDEN more than 20 years ago, was recently interviewed by mental health advocate and musician Todd D. Goldfinger about his career and the struggles along the way. Speaking about how he has been staying busy during the coronavirus downtime,...May 22, 2020
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THE PRETTY RECKLESS's TAYLOR MOMSEN: 'Rock And Roll And Live Music Can't Go Away'
THE PRETTY RECKLESS frontwoman Taylor Momsen was recently interviewed by the 93.3 WMMR radio station. Asked if she thinks the coronavirus crisis will have a long-lasting effect on the touring industry and live events, Taylor said (hear audio below): "Oh, man, I don't know. When it comes back, I'm su...May 22, 2020
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SLIPKNOT's COREY TAYLOR Completes Recording Debut Solo Album
SLIPKNOT and STONE SOUR singer Corey Taylor has finished recording his debut solo album. The 46-year-old rocker broke the news of the LP's completion during an appearance earlier today (Friday, May 22) on We Are Hear's "Raise Your Horns With Lzzy Hale", hosted by HALESTORM's Lzzy Hale. Asked what he...May 22, 2020
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SAMMY HAGAR Says He Is 'Not Afraid' Of Contracting COVID-19: 'I'm Not Locking Down Anymore'
Legendary rocker Sammy Hagar says that he is "not afraid" of contracting COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Hagar, who turned 72 last October, is at high risk of complications from COVID-19, with most of the patients hospitalized being 65 or older, and most of the deaths occurrin...May 22, 2020
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SYSTEM OF A DOWN, KORN + FAITH NO MORE: Los Angeles Concerts Rescheduled For May 2021
SYSTEM OF A DOWN, KORN and FAITH NO MORE's two concerts at Banc Of California stadium in Los Angeles, California, which were originally set to to take place on May 22 and May 23, 2020, have been rescheduled for May 21 and May 22, 2021. Existing tickets will be honored for the new dates. HELMET and...May 22, 2020
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SYMPHONY X Bassist: 'Being Pigeonholed As A Progressive Metal Band Has Cost Us A Lot Of Fans'
During a recent appearance on the "Aftershocks" podcast, SYMPHONY X bassist Mike LePond was asked if he feels being labeled a "progressive" metal act has prevented him and his bandmates from reaching a wider audience. He responded (hear audio below): "Being pigeonholed as a progressive metal band, I...May 22, 2020
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SHINEDOWN's New Single 'Atlas Falls' Gets Official Release
SHINEDOWN has just released its uplifting new single "Atlas Falls". The track was previously only available as part of a t-shirt bundle for SHINEDOWN's fundraiser for humanitarian aid organization Direct Relief, during which the band has raised more than $300,000 (including a $20,000 donation from S...May 22, 2020
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VIO-LENCE Singer SEAN KILLIAN Says New EP Will Be 'Bridge' Between First Two Albums And 1993 Demo
Vocalist Sean Killian of reunited San Francisco Bay Area thrashers VIO-LENCE spoke to the "Heavy Metal Mayhem" radio show about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's new EP, tentatively due in 2021 via Metal Blade Records. Asked what the new material sounds like, Sean said (hear au...May 21, 2020
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THE PRETTY RECKLESS's 'Death By Rock And Roll' Album To Feature Guest Appearances By MATT CAMERON, KIM THAYIL And TOM MORELLO
THE PRETTY RECKLESS frontwoman Taylor Momsen has confirmed that the band's upcoming album, "Death By Rock And Roll", will feature guest appearances by SOUNDGARDEN's Matt Cameron and Kim Thayil (on a song called "Only Love Can Save Me Now"),and RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE's Tom Morello (on "And So It W...May 21, 2020
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Rise Radiant
The progressive-metal genre can be frustrating waters to wade into in 2020. There is a very small number of bands that are truly great, and then dozens of bands that are good-to-very good and seemingly have the tools to be truly great. For some reason or another, they are able to assemble 495 pieces...May 21, 2020
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STABBING WESTWARD Re-Teams With Producer JOHN FRYER For 'Wasteland' Album
Just months after releasing its first new material in 18 years, STABBING WESTWARD continues its newfound momentum, announcing a recording deal with COP International to release the band's upcoming fifth studio album, "Wasteland", alongside at least one new single in 2020. In January, the respected i...May 21, 2020
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DEVILDRIVER To Release 'Dealing With Demons I' In October
DEVILDRIVER has spent almost the last two decades pursuing a course of uncompromising artistry and nonsense-free dedication to the road. Led by the prolific Dez Fafara, the Californian crew has earned their reputation as one of the hardest working bands on the planet, while issuing a steady successi...May 21, 2020