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DEF LEPPARD's RICK ALLEN Is Still Dealing With Trauma Of Being Assaulted: 'Hopefully I Can Put It Behind Me Soon'

During an appearance on the April 17 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", DEF LEPPARD drummer Rick Allen revealed that he took a break from showcasing his art on the 2025 Monsters Of Rock cruise in part because he is still recovering being attacked outside a Florida hotel more than...

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QUEENSRŸCHE's MICHAEL WILTON: TODD LA TORRE 'Has Helped Keep Us Relevant'

In a new interview with Sonoridades Inc., QUEENSRŸCHE guitarist Michael Wilton spoke about the band's lead singer Todd La Torre, who joined the group in 2012 as the replacement for QUEENSRŸCHE's original vocalist Geoff Tate. Michael said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "[Todd has] helped keep...

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ADRIAN VANDENBERG: Playing With STEVE VAI In WHITESNAKE Was 'An Interesting Challenge'

Adrian Vandenberg, who was a member of WHITESNAKE from 1987 to 1990, and again from 1994 to 1997, spoke to American Musical Supply about what it was like to share the stage with legendary axeman Steve Vai. Vai joined WHITESNAKE in time for 1989's "Slip Of The Tongue", an album co-written by Vandenbe...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Reflects On MEGADETH's Failed 'Rust In Peace' Lineup Reunion: 'It Just Wasn't Meant To Be'

At the April 10 Los Angeles premiere of the fully authorized Nick Menza documentary "This Was My Life: Nick Menza's Metal Memories With Megadeth And Beyond", former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke to IndiePower TV about the highlights of his time playing with the late MEGADETH drummer. Ellefso...

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MIKE MANGINI On His Exit From DREAM THEATER: My Original Statement 'Actually Says It All'

In a new interview with Dream Theater World, the official DREAM THEATER fan club, Mike Mangini was asked about his October 2023 departure from DREAM THEATER. Mangini, who has been with the progressive metal band for 13 years, was dismissed from DREAM THEATER in order to make way for the return of th...

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ANVIL Shares Music Video For 'Truth Is Dying' Song From 'One And Only' Album

Canadian metal legends ANVIL have released a brand new music video for the song "Truth Is Dying". The track is taken from the band's 20th studio album "One And Only", which came out in June 2024 via AFM Records. The effort was recorded in the summer of 2023 with longtime producer Martin "Mattes" Pfe...

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TODD LA TORRE Says He Has Helped Bring QUEENSRŸCHE's Sound Back: 'The Band Is In A Very Healthy State'

In a new interview with Chile's iRock.cl, QUEENSRŸCHE singer Todd La Torre was asked how the band's sound has changed since he joined the group 13 years ago as the replacement for QUEENSRŸCHE's original vocalist Geoff Tate. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think that the band ki...

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A-Z, Which Features FATES WARNING's RAY ALDER And MARK ZONDER, Announces Sophomore Album

Hard rock band A-Z returns with its sophomore album, "A2Z²", on June 6 via Metal Blade Records. Spearheaded by legendary drummer Mark Zonder (FATES WARNING, WARLORD) and along with former FATES WARNING bandmate Ray Alder on vocals, "A2Z²" builds on the groundwork laid on the acclaimed 2022 self-titl...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER Recruits DEREK SHERINIAN For 2026 Japanese Tour

Legendary German guitarist Michael Schenker has invited keyboardist Derek Sherinian (pictured) to accompany him on a tour of Japan in January 2026, including a show at the legendary Budokan. In 2021, Schenker tapped Sherinian to guest on his album "Immortal" album on the opening song "Drilled To Kil...

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SIMONE SIMONS Talks EPICA's 'Renewal' On New Album 'Aspiral': 'The Band Is Continuing To Rise'

By David E. Gehlke As NIGHTWISH abstains from touring for the foreseeable future, the door appears to be open for the Netherlands' EPICA to assume the mantle of the biggest symphonic metal act. The band's popularity in Europe and South America certainly suggests something like that is on the horizon...

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HALESTORM Announces 'Darkness Always Wins', First Single From Upcoming Sixth Album

HALESTORM will release a new single, "Darkness Always Wins", on Tuesday, April 22. The track which was helmed by acclaimed Grammy-winning producer Dave Cobb, will appear on the band's upcoming sixth studio album, due later in the year via Atlantic. In a social media post, HALESTORM guitarist Joe Hot...

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ANTHRAX Members Comment On Participation In BLACK SABBATH's Final Concert: 'It's An Honor'

For the first time in 20 years, ANTHRAX will share a stage with BLACK SABBATH when the pioneering New York thrash metal band performs at SABBATH's "Back To The Beginning" concert, set to take place on Saturday, July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, England. ANTHRAX toured with BLACK SABBATH on the leg...

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Watch: SLASH Joins MICHAEL MONROE On Stage At Whisky A Go Go

Former HANOI ROCKS singer Michael Monroe was joined by GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Slash on stage last night (Saturday, April 12) at the Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, California for performances of the STEPPENWOLF cover "Magic Carpet Ride" and the Monroe song "Dead, Jail Or Rock 'N' Roll". Also appe...

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REX BROWN Reflects On PANTERA's Early Years: The ABBOTT 'Brothers Were Playing More LOVERBOY Kind Of Stuff'

In a new interview with Scott's Bass Lessons, Rex Brown reflected on PANTERA's early years, after he joined the band in May 1982 as the group's bassist, replacing Tommy D. Bradford and adopting the alias Rex Rocker. Brown was a classmate of, and played in the high school jazz band with, drummer Vinn...

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TODD LA TORRE Would Like To Hear 'More Clean Guitar' And 'Different Percussion Things' On Next QUEENSRŸCHE Album

In a new interview with Brazil's Monsters Of Rock, QUEENSRŸCHE singer Todd La Torre was asked which "unexplored musical directions" he would like to see the band go in on QUEENSRŸCHE's upcoming follow-up to 2022's "Digital Noise Alliance" album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "[We're]...