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MARTY FRIEDMAN Ranks All KISS Albums, From Worst To Best, And Explains His Choices
Former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman has paid tribute to KISS on the eve of the legendary rockers' final-ever concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City. On Saturday (December 2),Friedman took to his social media to "re-post" his ranking of all the KISS albums, from the band's 1974 self-...December 2, 2023
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LITA FORD Has Found 'The Missing Link' In Getting Her Long-Awaited New Album Released
In a new interview with Robert Miguel of Uvalde Radio Rocks, '80s hard rock queen Lita Ford spoke about the delay in releasing her long-awaited new studio album. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, I just did an interview a little while ago and I was just saying that there's a lot...December 1, 2023
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LITA FORD On Her Approach To Lead Guitar Playing: 'Make Every Note Count'
In a new interview with Sweetwater's Nick Bowcott, Lita Ford, who got her start in THE RUNAWAYS at age 16 and stepped into her own as a solo artist in the 1980s, spoke about the evolution of her guitar playing. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I have a, a tendency to write riffs and s...November 29, 2023
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KIKO LOUREIRO Opens Up About His Decision To Leave MEGADETH
Former MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro discussed his decision to leave the band during an appearance on the "Amplifica" podcast, hosted by his former ANGRA bandmate Rafael Bittencourt. According to the Brazilian-born guitarist, the reason he decided to exit Dave Mustaine's band was "freedom". He de...November 29, 2023
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Sequel To Iconic Mockumentary 'Spinal Tap' To Start Filming In February 2024
The sequel to the iconic mockumentary "This Is Spinal Tap" is set to start filming in February 2024. Rob Reiner will return to direct and write, and original stars/writers Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer will reprise their roles as Nigel Tufnel, David St Hubbins and Derek Smalls,...November 28, 2023
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MARTY FRIEDMAN's Next Solo Album Will Be 'Dramatic And Orchestral'
During the question-and-answer portion of this month's Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III" in Los Angeles, Marty Friedman spoke about his upcoming solo album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET; video by TheSilverdude): "I've got 15 solo albums now, and each time I try to do somet...November 27, 2023
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Watch: ZAKK WYLDE Performs OZZY OSBOURNE And BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Classics At Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's 'Metalmania III'
Zakk Wylde performed OZZY OSBOURNE and BLACK LABEL SOCIETY classics with attendees of Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III", which took place November 9-12 in Los Angeles, California. The immersive, once-in-a-lifetime event offered rock enthusiasts of all skill levels a unique opportunity to...November 26, 2023
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MARTY FRIEDMAN Explains Why He 'Failed Miserably' During His OZZY OSBOURNE Audition
During the question-and-answer portion of this month's Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III" in Los Angeles, Marty Friedman reflected on his audition for Ozzy Osbourne's band back in the late 1980s. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET; video by TheSilverdude): "I failed miserably. I...November 25, 2023
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MARTY FRIEDMAN's 'The Art Of Soloing' Masterclass Series Coming From TRUEFIRE
TrueFire, which includes 50,000 video lessons taught by industry-leading teachers, Grammy Award-winning artists and world-class touring musicians, is offering a groundbreaking three-volume masterclass series, "The Art Of Soloing", from former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman. "The Art Of Soloing" i...November 22, 2023
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New MEGADETH Guitarist TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI: 'I Can't Wait To Get Back On Stage And Rock All Over The World'
New MEGADETH guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari has released a statement thanking Dave Mustaine and his predecessor Kiko Loureiro for "all the guidance" and their "trust" in him. The 36-year-old broke his silence about his addition to MEGADETH one day after Mustaine confirmed that Mäntysaari will continue t...November 21, 2023
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DAVE MUSTAINE: We Will Move Forward With TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI As Guitar Player For MEGADETH
Dave Mustaine has confirmed that Teemu Mäntysaari will continue to play guitar for MEGADETH for the foreseeable future. The MEGADETH leader addressed the band's current lineup one day after longtime MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro announced his decision to "extend" his absence from the group's tour...November 20, 2023
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Former LYNYRD SKYNYRD Drummer ARTIMUS PYLE Collaborates SAMMY HAGAR On New Version Of 'Simple Man'
Artimus Pyle, a distinguished Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee and former drummer for LYNYRD SKYNYRD, unveils the soulful "Simple Man" in collaboration with fellow Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer Sammy Hagar. This heartfelt duet stands as the second digital single release from Pyle's highly anticipat...November 20, 2023
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KIKO LOUREIRO Extends His Absence From MEGADETH: This Decision 'Hasn't Been Easy For Me'
MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro has announced his decision to "extend" his absence from the band's touring activities. Kiko, who revealed in September that he would sit out the next leg of MEGADETH's "Crush The World" tour in order to stay home with his children back in Finland, addressed his futur...November 19, 2023
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Guitar EDDIE VAN HALEN Gifted To JASON BECKER Is Going Up For Auction
The guitar Jason Becker received as a gift from Eddie Van Halen is going up for auction next month. Becker, who was diagnosed with ALS in 1989, is parting ways with the instrument in order to raise money for his ongoing care, which costs more than $100,000 a year. The guitar — which was given to Bec...November 19, 2023
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Watch: MARTY FRIEDMAN Performs MEGADETH's 'Symphony Of Destruction' At 'Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp'
Video of Marty Friedman (MEGADETH) and Johnny Martin (L.A. GUNS) performing the MEGADETH classic "Symphony Of Destruction" with several campers this past Saturday (November 11) at Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's "Metalmania III" in Los Angeles, California is available below. Now celebrating its 27th an...November 13, 2023