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Veteran Heavy Metal Journalist, Historian And Documentarian BOB NALBANDIAN Dies

Veteran heavy metal journalist, historian and documentarian Bob Nalbandian passed away on Friday, December 30 in Redding, California. According to his sister, Bob was recently diagnosed with mantle cell lymphoma, an aggressive, rare form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that arises from cells originating in...

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PSYCHOTICA Frontman PATRICK BRIGGS Dies

Patrick Briggs, singer and lead vocalist of glam rock band PSYCHOTICA, has reportedly passed away. No cause of death has been revealed. The news of Briggs's passing was shared by PSYCHOTICA's booking agent Leave Home Booking, which wrote on social media: "It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS: Why Now Was Right Time To Release New Solo EP

Former JUDAS PRIEST singer Tim "Ripper" Owens spoke to Brian Aberback of The Aquarian Weekly about his recently released solo EP, "Return To Death Row". The effort was produced by Jamey Jasta (HATEBREED) and Nick Bellmore (JASTA, DEE SNIDER). Players on the EP, which contain Owens's "heaviest songs...

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WOLF HOFFMANN Finds It 'Funny' That UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER Is Still Performing ACCEPT Songs After Previously Saying He Wouldn't

ACCEPT guitarist Wolf Hoffmann spoke to Spain's Metal Journal about the 2018 departure of the band's longtime bassist Peter Baltes. Asked if he has had a chance to talk to Peter since his exit from ACCEPT, Wolf said: "Sadly, there's hardly any contact, which I regret very much. But it seems to be th...

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Wants To 'Widen The Breadth' Of His Musical Output On Second MAMMOTH WVH Album

In a new interview with Guitar World, Wolfgang Van Halen, the ex-bassist of the band VAN HALEN and son of the late guitarist Eddie Van Halen, spoke about the progress of the recording sessions for the second MAMMOTH WVH album. The effort will be the follow-up to "Mammoth WVH", which arrived in June...

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Former HIM Frontman VILLE VALO Loves To Be Able To 'Send Mixed Messages' Through His Music

In a new interview with Belgian Jasper, former HIM frontman Ville Valo spoke about his penchant for writing music that is simultaneously dark and uplifting. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It comes from the heart. It's stuff I'm still questioning. It's about trying to figure o...

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TONY IOMMI Confirms That TONY MARTIN-Era BLACK SABBATH Albums Will Be Reissued In 2023

Tony Iommi has confirmed that the albums BLACK SABBATH recorded with singer Tony Martin will be reissued in 2023. The legendary SABBATH guitarist touched upon the group's re-release plans while celebrating what would have been drummer Cozy Powell's 75th birthday on Thursday, December 29. Iommi took...

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CHARLIE BENANTE Defends PANTERA Comeback: 'VINNIE PAUL And DIMEBAG Would Be All For' Their Music Being Performed Again

Charlie Benante says that "it felt right" for him to take part in PANTERA's comeback more than 20 years since the last time the band performed live. Joining the ANTHRAX drummer in PANTERA's reformed lineup are surviving members Rex Brown (bass) and Philip Anselmo (vocals),along with guitarist Zakk...

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JOE LYNN TURNER On Still Singing At 71: 'Age Doesn't Matter Unless You're A Wine Or A Cheese'

In an interview with Sysi Media conducted at this past summer's Tuska festival in Helsinki, Finland, legendary hard rock vocalist Joe Lynn Turner (RAINBOW, DEEP PURPLE, Yngwie Malmsteen) was asked about still recording and performing at the age of 71. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "A...

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Watch Pro-Shot Video Of METALLICA Performing Acoustic Cover Of UFO's 'It's Killing Me'

METALLICA played an acoustic cover version of UFO's "It's Killing Me" live for the first time on December 16 at the band's annual benefit concert in support of their All Within My Hands Foundation. Professionally filmed video of the performance can be seen below. The "Helping Hands Concert & Auc...

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Watch MEGADETH's KIKO LOUREIRO Break Down Guitar Solo In 'We'll Be Back'

In the 37-minute video below, MEGADETH's Kiko Loureiro breaks down the guitar solo in the song "We'll Be Back" which appears on the band's latest album, "The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!". MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine discussed Kiko's contributions to "The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!" in a rec...

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POISON's BRET MICHAELS Opens Up About Challenges Of Touring While Living With Type 1 Diabetes

POISON singer Bret Michaels spoke to 95.9 The River's Nick Jakusz about living with Type 1 diabetes and the ensuing challenges for a rock star on the road. Controlling his blood sugar is his primary concern throughout the day, which he monitors through diet and dedication to exercise. Bret said (as...

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DAVID LEE ROTH On His Working Relationship With EDDIE VAN HALEN: It 'Was Better Than Any Love Affair I Ever Had'

David Lee Roth says his working relationship with Eddie Van Halen was "better than any love affair" he ever had. The 68-year-old VAN HALEN singer touched upon his songwriting partnership with the legendary guitarist in the first episode of the latest season of his "The Roth Show" podcast, which was...

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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Defends Decision To Once Again Play All Instruments On Second MAMMOTH WVH Album

Wolfgang Van Halen, the ex-bassist of the band VAN HALEN and son of the late guitarist Eddie Van Halen, has offered another update on the progress of the recording sessions for the second MAMMOTH WVH album. The effort will be the follow-up to "Mammoth WVH", which arrived in June 2021, some five year...

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Ex-MOTÖRHEAD Drummer MIKKEY DEE Pays Tribute To LEMMY On Seventh Anniversary Of His Death

Former MOTÖRHEAD drummer Mikkey Dee has paid tribute to the band's frontman Ian "Lemmy" Kilmister on the seventh anniversary of his death. Earlier today (Wednesday, December 28),Mikkey took to his social media to write: "It's now been 7 years since Lemmy moved on. Time goes by so fast. "I have been...