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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: What You Need To Have In Order To Be Successful In Thrash

In a recent interview with BBC Radio 4's "Saturday Live", MEGADETH frontman Dave Mustaine spoke about what makes a song a good song. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "For me, what I'd like to leave for future generations is to know that melody is so critical to songs. Quincy Jones is a...

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FOREIGNER's KELLY HANSEN On Farewell Tour: 'We Haven't Decided Yet Where The Last Show's Gonna Be'

FOREIGNER lead singer Kelly Hansen spoke to Mike Hsu of 100 FM The Pike about the legendary rockers' recently launched farewell tour. For the first leg of the U.S. Live Nation-produced trek, which kicked off on July 6 at Atlanta's Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, FOREIGNER is being joined by LOVERBOY. Aske...

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GARY ROSSINGTON's Widow Gave Her Blessing For LYNYRD SKYNYRD To Continue After His Death

Speaking exclusively to Rock Candy magazine as part of an in-depth 18-page LYNYRD SKYNYRD story, lead vocalist Johnny Van Zant explains exactly how and why the band has decided to continue after the untimely death of founding member and guitarist Gary Rossington back in March. "Gary's wife really se...

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TAIPEI HOUSTON Feat. LARS ULRICH's Sons: 'Susie Thin Lips' Live Video Released

TAIPEI HOUSTON, the band featuring Myles and Layne Ulrich, sons of METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich, has released the official live video for the song "Susie Thin Lips". The clip was filmed on May 24 when TAIPEI HOUSTON supported the FOO FIGHTERS at Bank Of New Hampshire in Gilford, New Hampshire. TAIP...

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Hear LED ZEPPELIN's 'Kashmir' Covered By Dancing Pop-Violin Sensation LINDSEY STIRLING

Dancing pop-violin sensation Lindsey Stirling has released her cover of LED ZEPPELIN's rock anthem "Kashmir" via Lindseystomp Music. Renowned for her unique blend of hard-hitting violin, electrifying dance, and contemporary beats, Stirling's interpretation of "Kashmir" pays homage to the iconic rock...

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DOLLY PARTON Releases Her Cover Version Of QUEEN's 'We Are The Champions'

Global superstar and recent Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Dolly Parton has released her cover version of the QUEEN classic "We Are The Champions". The song is taken from Dolly's forthcoming "Rockstar" album, due in November. "We Are The Champions" is the fourth song to be made available from "...

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MARILYN MANSON To Plead No Contest In Spitting And Nose-Blowing Case Involving Videographer

According to the Associated Press, Marilyn Manson will plead no contest to a misdemeanor simple assault charge related to an alleged incident with a videographer during a 2019 concert in New Hampshire. Manson was charged with two misdemeanor counts of simple assault after a videographer accused the...

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KEANU REEVES's Rock Band DOGSTAR Announces First Album In Two Decades, Summer/Fall 2023 U.S. Tour

Keanu Reeves's 1990s and early 2000s grunge band DOGSTAR will release its first album in two decades, "Somewhere Between The Power Lines And Palm Trees", on October 6 via the group's own label Dillon Street Records (distributed through ADA). The band also has a newly signed management deal with Q Pr...

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ALICE COOPER Releases New Single 'White Line Frankenstein', Announces October 2023 U.S. Tour Dates

Alice Cooper has released a new single, "White Line Frankenstein", from his upcoming album "Road", due out August 25 via earMUSIC. "White Line Frankenstein" is built on a rocking riff as it goes into a memorable chorus, "They call me 'White Line Frankenstein'," leading into a trademark Tom Morello g...

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PAUL MCCARTNEY Announces New Podcast 'McCartney: A Life In Lyrics'

Paul McCartney is teaming up once again with poet Paul Muldoon, his collaborator on the No. 1 bestseller "The Lyrics: 1956 To The Present". This time, McCartney will invite listeners into his creative process with a new podcast co-produced by Pushkin Industries and iHeartPodcasts, out September 20,...

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JESSE LEACH On Upcoming KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Album: 'There's Some Bangers On There Already'

In a new interview with Oran O'Beirne of Bloodstock TV, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE frontman Jesse Leach spoke about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the follow-up to the band's 2019 "Atonement" LP. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think we made some headway. Definitely some good i...

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TAYLOR HAWKINS London Tribute Concert Nominated For EMMY

The Taylor Hawkins tribute concert in London, honoring the late FOO FIGHTERS drummer, has been nominated for an Emmy. The show, which streamed live on Paramount+, is one of five nominees in the "Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Variety Series Or Special" category. Directed by Joel Gallen and produced...

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CHEAP TRICK Announces October 2023 U.S. Tour Dates

Legendary rockers CHEAP TRICK have announced a series of new headlining dates for this fall. The trek kicks off on October 2 in Springfield, Missouri and ends on October 22 in Reno, Nevada. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, July 14. CHEAP TRICK will spend August opening for Rod Ste...

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EDDIE VAN HALEN Nearly Had A Cameo In Third 'Bill & Ted' Movie

Eddie Van Halen nearly appeared in the third film of the popular science-fiction comedy series "Bill & Ted", which sees the two friends go on a time-traveling adventure. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist's possible inclusion in 2020's "Bill & Ted Face The Music" was revealed by actor Alex Wi...

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Watch: Injured JEFF PILSON Performs While Seated At FOREIGNER's Farewell Tour Kickoff

Legendary rockers FOREIGNER kicked off their farewell tour Thursday night (July 6) at the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre in Alpharetta, Georgia. As the result of a recent back injury, FOREIGNER bassist Jeff Pilson performed the show while seated on a stool. "I got a bird's eye view of everything that I wo...