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POISON's RIKKI ROCKETT: 'For 40 Years We've Been The Underdog' And 'I Wear That With A Badge Of Honor'

In a new interview with Forrest of the Boise, Idaho radio station 96.9 The Eagle, POISON drummer Rikki Rockett spoke about the importance of staying true to the band's identity and not chasing musical trends, especially at a time when rock music is struggling to find a voice in a world that has take...

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STEPHEN PEARCY And WARREN DEMARTINI Are 'Talking About Writing New Music'

In a new interview with Waste Some Time With Jason Green, Stephen Pearcy spoke about his reunion with his longtime RATT bandmate Warren DeMartini for a handful of shows this spring and summer. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's always been going around, 'You guys should get together...

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STEEL PANTHER Announces Newest Distortion Guitar Pedal, 'Platinum Pocket P***y Melter'

Emerging from their musical workshop after perfecting their latest piece of pleasure-inducing musical equipment, California glam metal jokesters STEEL PANTHER are back with their fifth guitar pedal, the Platinum Pocket Pu**y Melter — a modern-day reimagining of the pedal that started it all for them...

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POWERWOLF Announces Fall 2025 North American Tour Dates With DRAGONFORCE

It's no secret that German heavy metal juggernaut POWERWOLF has wildly impressed North American audiences with their recent territory-debut tours, and now, the wolves are back for more! The metal mass will take over the USA and Canada once again on a new headline tour, beginning September 17, 2025 i...

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KURT COBAIN-Decorated MELVINS Van To Go On Display In Advance Of 'Music Icons' Auction

Julien's Auctions, in partnership with Record Store Day, has announced an exclusive public preview of a legendary piece of Seattle's music legacy. On April 12 music fans will have the rare opportunity to view the MELVINS' touring van, uniquely adorned with original artwork by NIRVANA frontman Kurt C...

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JUDAS PRIEST's SCOTT TRAVIS Says 'It's A Great Honor' To Be Considered One Of Best Heavy Metal Drummers Of All Time

In a new interview with Brazil's 92.5 Kiss FM radio station, JUDAS PRIEST's Scott Travis was asked how it feels for him to be considered one of the best heavy metal drummers of all time. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "[Laughs] I didn't know that, but thank you very much. And it'...

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EPICA's MARK JANSEN Is Open To More AFTER FOREVER Reunion Shows

EPICA guitarist/vocalist Mark Jansen spoke to FaceCulture about last fall's announcement that his pre-EPICA band AFTER FOREVER would reunite for two special 25th-anniversary concerts on October 4, 2025 and October 5, 2025 at 013 Poppodium in Tilburg, Netherlands. Regarding how the AFTER FOREVER reun...

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Watch: RATT's STEPHEN PEARCY And WARREN DEMARTINI Play First Reunion Concert

RATT singer Stephen Pearcy and guitarist Warren DeMartini played their first reunion show last night (Saturday, April 5) at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut. Playing alongside Pearcy and DeMartini were former RATT and QUIET RIOT guitarist Carlos Cavazo, former RATT and ROUGH CUTT bassist Matt...

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RUSH's ALEX LIFESON Is Open To Writing Book About His 40 Years On The Road

During an April 1 appearance on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", RUSH guitarist  Alex Lifeson was asked if he would follow his bandmate Geddy Lee's example and write a memoir. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I think [Geddy is] on his fourth book now. So he's got the bu...

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See 4K Video Of Y&T's April 2025 Concert In Napa, California

4K fan-filmed video of Y&T's April 4 performance at Uptown Theatre in Napa, California can be seen below (courtesy of Walter Morgan). In a March 2024 interview with SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", Y&T frontman Dave Meniketti was asked if he would like to make a follow-up to 2010'...

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RIKKI ROCKETT Is Ready To Go Back On The Road With POISON: 'I Could Tour Nine Months Outta The Year Every Year'

In a new interview with The Music Universe, POISON drummer Rikki Rockett spoke about the band's plans to return to the road in 2026 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of POISON's debut album, 1986's "Look What The Cat Dragged In". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "You know what? We're in...

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LZZY HALE On Upcoming HALESTORM Record: 'This Is Our Favorite Album We've Ever Done'

In a new interview with Cutter's Rockcast, HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale spoke about the band's songwriting and recording sessions with acclaimed Grammy-winning producer Dave Cobb, known for his previous collaborations with the likes of Sammy Hagar, Slash, GRETA VAN FLEET and RIVAL SONS. Asked if t...

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MIKE MANGINI's New Band MONOLITH Releases Second Single 'Mother Martyr'

On the heels of their debut single "Oligarchs", Miami-based rockers MONOLITH are back with a new track. "Mother Martyr" is the follow-up single and further showcases the sound the band is fast becoming known for. The trio comprised of Hernán "Motley" Rodríguez (bass/vocals),Andy Barrow (guitars/voc...

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See Official Video Of KORN's BRIAN 'HEAD' WELCH Performing 'Blind' And FLYLEAF's 'I'm So Sick' With LACEY STURM

KORN guitarist Brian "Head" Welch, Tommy Green of HOLYNAME and Trevor Tyson of HEAL THE HURT joined FLYLEAF vocalist Lacey Sturm on stage on February 28 at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania's Spirit Hall to perform a snippet of the KORN classic "Blind" as well as FLYLEAF's "I'm So Sick". Multi-camera video o...

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DOUG ALDRICH On His Recovery From Throat Cancer: 'I Feel Great. I'm Doing Really Good.'

In a new interview with Scott Itter of Dr. Music, former WHITESNAKE and DIO and current THE DEAD DAISIES guitarist Doug Aldrich offered an update on his health, nearly seven months after he underwent a "very successful" surgery following a throat cancer diagnosis. Regarding how he is feeling at the...