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TWISTED SISTER's JAY JAY FRENCH Announces Book Signing At Long Island Music And Entertainment Hall Of Fame

TWISTED SISTER's Jay Jay French will be on hand to sign his book, "Twisted Business: Lessons From My Life In Rock 'N Roll" in addition to participating in a related question-and-answer event at the Long Island Music And Entertainment Hall Of Fame in Stony Brook Village (97 Main Street, Stony Brook,...

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ERIC MARTIN Says MR. BIG Will Be 'Done' Touring After Completion Of 'The BIG Finish' Run Of Shows

MR. BIG recently completed the Asian leg of its farewell tour, dubbed "The BIG Finish", which sees the veteran band — singer Eric Martin, guitarist Paul Gilbert and bassist Billy Sheehan, along with drummer Nick D'Virgilio, who has taken over for deceased original member Pat Torpey — performing MR....

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New BERNIE MARSDEN Album 'Working Man' To Be Released In November

A new album from original WHITESNAKE guitarist Bernie Marsden will be released posthumously on November 24 via Conquest Music. Although Bernie had always worked hard and kept busy, most recently releasing three solo albums since 2021 in "Kings", "Chess" and "Trios" as part of his "Inspirations" seri...

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PAUL RODGERS Opens Up About Multiple Strokes And Major Surgery Which Nearly Left Him Unable To Sing

Legendary FREE and BAD COMPANY frontman Paul Rodgers has opened up about a health crisis that almost left him unable to sing. The 73-year-old singer discussed his medical issues during an interview which aired earlier today (Wednesday, September 27) on "CBS Mornings". Rodgers said that he suffered 1...

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DIO DISCIPLES To Return To The Road In 2024

In a new interview with Metal Mayhem ROC, Ronnie James Dios widow and longtime manager Wendy Dio spoke about the status of the officially sanctioned Dio tribute band DIO DISCIPLES. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We're working on coming out for next year. We're working on some stuff....

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NATIONAL INDEPENDENT VENUE ASSOCIATION Says LIVE NATION's 'On The Road Again' Initiative Will Hurt Independent Venues

National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) has pushed back against Live Nation's new program called "On The Road Again", which aims to financially support developing artists and their teams facing growing costs of touring expenses. It was announced on Tuesday (September 26) that Live Nation-owned...

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OSBOURNES Release Episode 3 Of Their Revived Podcast

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, along with their children Jack and Kelly, have released the third episode of their revived podcast. With special guest comedian Jamie Kennedy, the Osbournes delve into the changing landscape of the entertainment industry and explore the behind-the-scenes messaging in Sharon...

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MARK TREMONTI Releases 'The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year' From His First-Ever Holiday Album

With just five months until Christmas Day and the holiday season fast approaching, Grammy Award-winning musician, producer, author as well as founding member of hard rock bands ALTER BRIDGE, CREED and TREMONTI, Mark Tremonti has released the first song from his upcoming holiday album, "Christmas Cla...

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COREY TAYLOR: 'With STONE SOUR, I Was Being Held Back Because Of Certain People In The Band'

In a new interview with Grammy.com, Corey Taylor talked about the need for him to transition into exploring other things, such as recording and touring with his solo project, after spending more than two decades fronting SLIPKNOT and STONE SOUR. He said: "As a performer, you physically want to rise...

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EXODUS's GARY HOLT: 'I Just Love Riffs'

In a new interview with STL Tones, EXODUS guitarist Gary Holt was asked how he manages to stay creative after more than four decades of writing and playing music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I just love riffs. I mean, I love, love riffs. I love writing them. I write them in my sle...

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PANTERA Members Reflect On Reformed Band's First Concert: 'I Just Felt This Huge Relief Come On'

In a new interview with producer and YouTuber Rick Beato, PANTERA members Rex Brown (bass),Zakk Wylde (guitar) and Charlie Benante (drums) reflected on the reformed band's first live performance in over 20 years, which took place last December at Mexico's Hell & Heaven Metal Fest. "Dude, I was...

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OTEP SHAMAYA: 'I Don't Know If I'll Make Another Record'

OTEP, the band led by singer, poet, illustrator, author and activist Otep Shamaya, released a new studio album, "The God Slayer", on September 15 via Cleopatra. The follow-up to 2018's "Kult 45" offers up a mix of inspired original tracks as well as transformative takes on chart-topping hits from a...

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ROB HALFORD, SLASH, TOMMY LEE And Others Donate Items For KITTEN RESCUE's 'Fur Ball' Charity Auction

Once again, Los Angeles's Kitten Rescue is proving itself to be the most rockin' cat rescue in the United States. Musicians from around the globe have contributed collectible items to their online auction raising funds for their lifesaving mission. Own a piece of rock and roll history with a signed...

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The Sinner Rides Again

One of the greatest surprises of recent years, 2021's "Sermons Of The Sinner", was such a strong debut that it defied cynicism and made it plain that KK'S PRIEST was going to be a band worth taking seriously. Regardless of any lingering bitterness or animosity between K.K. Downing and the JUDAS PRIE...

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LIVE NATION Ends Artist Merchandise Cuts At Clubs Around The Country

Live Nation has launched "On The Road Again" a new program created with the legendary Willie Nelson to support developing artists and the integral teams that support them. Developing artists playing in clubs are the backbone of live music. Almost every artist plays clubs at some point in their caree...