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STEVEN WILSON Announces 'The Overview' Album

Six-time-Grammy Award-nominated musician, songwriter and producer Steven Wilson has announced the release of what may well be the most audacious work of his already visionary career. "The Overview" arrives via Fiction Records in a wide range of formats — including digital, CD, LP, Blu-ray, D2C exclu...

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DAVID LEE ROTH: 'The Warner Recordings 1985-1994' Box Set Due In February

Rhino will unveil a very special David Lee Roth box set, "The Warner Recordings 1985-1994", on February 21, 2025. It includes the first five solo releases recorded by the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee and original VAN HALEN lead vocalist in one comprehensive collection for the very first time....

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YES Legend JON ANDERSON And THE BAND GEEKS Announce Leg One Of 2025 North American Tour

Jon Anderson and THE BAND GEEKS have announced the first leg of their 2025 North American tour. The 18-show trek begins at the Rialto Theater in Tucson Arizona on April 1 and concludes at the Carteret New Jersey Performing Arts Center on May 18. The evening will consist of YES epics and classics as...

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PETER IWERS Shares How THE HALO EFFECT Has Become The 'Perfect Band'

By David E. Gehlke For an act that is essentially the convergence of two of melodic death metal's all-time best bands, DARK TRANQUILLITY and IN FLAMES, THE HALO EFFECT doesn't re-write the melo-death playbook as it does follow it carefully. Perhaps it's a lesson learned from when IN FLAMES and DARK...

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SLIPKNOT's ELOY CASAGRANDE: Tour Kit Rundown For MODERN DRUMMER Magazine (Video)

Late last year, during the European stretch of SLIPKNOT's 25th-anniversary "Here Comes The Pain" tour, Modern Drummer's David Frangioni had the incredible opportunity to meet on stage with SLIPKNOT's new drummer, Eloy Casagrande, for an exclusive rundown of his touring drums. Check out the video rep...

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RON KEEL Talks The Return Of STEELER And Being The 'Metal Cowboy': 'I've Always Been An Outlaw And Outcast'

By David E. Gehlke The 1996 MTV documentary, "It Came From The '80s II: Metal Goes Pop" revealed what several prominent hair metal musicians were doing after their success had died down. (The irony of such a special put on by the channel that largely popularized the style should not be lost on anyon...

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MEGADETH's JAMES LOMENZO: 'DAVID ELLEFSON Defined The Sound Of This Band With His Bass Playing'

In a recent interview with 518Scene.com, MEGADETH bassist James LoMenzo was asked how he would compare playing with guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari and drummer Dirk Verbeuren in the band's current lineup to his experience of sharing the stage with previous MEGADETH musicians. He responded: "Well, you kn...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS: 'I Never Really Planned On Being A Musician; I Just Got Lucky'

In a recent interview with Monterrey Rock, former JUDAS PRIEST and current KK'S PRIEST frontman Tim "Ripper" Owens reflected on his journey to becoming a professional singer. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "My parents had a lot of great music. I remember, as a little kid I would list...

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Watch: PRIMUS Plays First Concert Since TIM 'HERB' ALEXANDER's Latest Departure

PRIMUS played the first concert since the recent unexpected departure of longtime percussionist Tim "Herb" Alexander last night (Monday, December 30) at the Fox Theater in Oakland, California. Sitting behind the drums for the show was Bryan "Brain" Mantia, who previously played with PRIMUS when Alex...

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BILLY SHEEHAN On Touring With VAN HALEN In 1980: 'I Learned A Lot About How You Get The Show On The Road'

In a recent interview with Marty5150, legendary bassist Billy Sheehan reflected on his time as a member of the backing band of original VAN HALEN singer David Lee Roth. Asked what the "biggest takeaway" was from working with Roth, Sheehan said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I feel I have the...

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JOHN 5 On What Made EDDIE VAN HALEN's Playing So Unique: 'It's All In The Hands'

During an appearance on AXS TV's "Vinyl Obsession" podcast, MÖTLEY CRÜE's new guitarist John 5 spoke about some of his favorite albums of all time, including VAN HALEN's classic 1978 debut and KISS's "Love Gun". Regarding "Van Halen", he said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I bought this from...

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GLENN HUGHES On DEEP PURPLE's ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME Induction: 'It Was F***ing Uncomfortable'

During an October 3, 2024 "in conversation" event at Sydney, Australia's Crowbar, legendary vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes once again looked back on his 2016 induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, where he was honored along with other former and current members of DEEP PURPLE. Regarding how h...

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Ex-MEGADETH Bassist DAVID ELLEFSON: Heavy Metal Is 'Not Meant To Be Mainstream'

In a recent interview with Switzerland-based videographer and photographer Alexandra Hernandez, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson shared insights into his relationship with the bass and how his approach to the instrument has evolved over time. He also discussed what brings him happiness, his th...

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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS On KK'S PRIEST: 'When People Watch The Concerts, They're Amazed'

In a new interview with Australia's Metal Mal, former JUDAS PRIEST singer Tim "Ripper" Owens spoke about his involvement with KK'S PRIEST, the band led by another ex-PRIEST member, guitarist Kenneth "K.K." Downing. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "It's really great 'cause the material...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Teams Up With CHIP Z'NUFF And STEPHEN SHAREAUX For Cover Of DONNIE IRIS's 'Ah! Leah!'

Former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson has unveiled a year-end holiday treat in the form of a fresh and dynamic rendition of the 1980s classic "Ah! Leah!" by legendary singer-songwriter Donnie Iris. The track features an impressive lineup, including vocalists Chip Z'nuff (ENUFF Z'NUFF) and Stephen S...