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TWIZTID Announces New Album, 'Welcome To Your Funeral'

It looks to be a bloody Valentine's Day in 2025. Detroit's demented duo TWIZTID has set February 14 as the release date for their new studio album, "Welcome To Your Funeral". TWIZTID has scheduled three album release shows, dubbed "Be My Bloody Valentine Weekend": February 14 in Reading, Pennsylvani...

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JOE SATRIANI And STEVE VAI Announce Star-Studded Lineup Of SATCHVAI Band

As previously announced, iconic guitar legends Joe Satriani and Steve Vai have joined forces to create the SATCHVAI band. Today, they are excited to introduce the full band lineup: powerhouse drummer Kenny Aronoff, renowned bassist Marco Mendoza and virtuoso guitarist Pete Thorn complete the stellar...

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Rockers Pay Tribute To Legendary THIN LIZZY And WHITESNAKE Guitarist JOHN SYKES

David Coverdale (WHITESNAKE),Slash (GUNS N' ROSES),Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER),Doug Aldrich (WHITESNAKE, DIO),Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE) and Carmine Appice (BLUE MURDER, VANILLA FUDGE) are among the musicians who have reacted on social media to the passing of legendary English guitarist John Sy...

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Legendary THIN LIZZY And WHITESNAKE Guitarist JOHN SYKES Dead At 65

Legendary English guitarist John Sykes (TYGERS OF PAN TANG, THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER, SYKES) has died at the age of 65. Earlier today (Monday, January 20),the following statement was posted on Sykes's social media: "It is with great sorrow we share that John Sykes has passed away after a...

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BRUCE KULICK And DAVID ELLEFSON Guest On MARINA V's 'Symphony & Metal' Single

Award-winning singer/songwriter Marina V unveils her electrifying new single, "Symphony & Metal", a powerful anthem blending orchestral grandeur and metal intensity. The track features an all-star lineup, including Bruce Kulick (KISS),David Ellefson (MEGADETH) and renowned composer Steve Horner...

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LAMB OF GOD's RANDY BLYTHE: 'We Put Out Seven Records On A Major Label, Sounding Like Us, Without Delivering A Single Hit'

In a new interview with Turned Out A Punk, LAMB OF GOD frontman Randy Blythe reflected on how his band went from Metal Blade affiliate Prosthetic Records to its current major label home on Epic. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "Approaching us signing to a major label, I think I was pr...

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OPETH's FREDRIK ÅKESSON: 'As A Unit, We're Stronger Than Ever'

In a new interview with Australia's "Everblack" podcast, OPETH guitarist Fredrik Åkesson spoke about the chemistry within the band since the September 2022 addition of drummer Waltteri Väyrynen (PARADISE LOST, BLOODBATH, BODOM AFTER MIDNIGHT). Väyrynen replaced stand-in drummer Sami Karppinen who ha...

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LAMB OF GOD's RANDY BLYTHE On Being 14 Years Sober: 'I'm Not Afraid Of Being Around Alcohol Or Drugs'

In a new interview with the The Lydian Spin podcast, LAMB OF GOD frontman Randy Blythe, who has been sober for the past 14 years, spoke about the challenges of going on tour and being around people who are drinking. The 53-year-old musician said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I can be kind o...

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RAVEN's JOHN GALLAGHER Says METALLICA Are Still 'The Same Guys' Who Opened For His Band More Than 40 Years Ago

In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, RAVEN frontman John Gallagher talked about METALLICA opening for his band back in 1983 and 1984. The trek marked METALLICA's first-ever tour. Asked what his thoughts were about METALLICA at the time, John said (as transcribed by BLABB...

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LORDI Shares 'Retropolis' Single From Upcoming 'Limited Deadition' Album

Finnish hard rock / metal monster squad LORDI increase the vehement desire for their forthcoming "Limited Deadition" album with a second single today. Titled "Retropolis", the band takes fans on a trip back to the 1980s, both musically and lyrically. Seductive guitar and synth leads conjure feelings...

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AEROSMITH Bassist TOM HAMILTON's New Band CLOSE ENEMIES Releases Debut Single 'Sound Of A Train'

AEROSMITH bassist Tom Hamilton's new band CLOSE ENEMIES has released the official lyric visualizer for its debut single, "Sound Of A Train". Check it out below. Joining the 72-year-old Hamilton in the new group his bass tech Trace Foster, who plays guitar in CLOSE ENEMIES alongside Peter Stroud, who...

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ROB ZOMBIE, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH And BAD OMENS To Headline 2025 ROCK FEST In Wisconsin

Rock Fest, the largest three-day rock music and camping event in the U.S., returns with a lineup that's louder and more electrifying than ever. Set for July 17-19 in Cadott, Wisconsin, Rock Fest 2025 will showcase a powerful blend of iconic headliners and emerging talent, featuring 26 national acts...

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THE DOORS' Complete Live Recordings Available To Stream and Download For The First Time

Igniting a year-long 60th-anniversary celebration, THE DOORS will unveil their iconic Bright Midnight Archives live recordings on DSPs for the very first time throughout 2025. These coveted concerts previously only existed physically on limited-edition LPs and CDs. Today marks a momentous occasion w...

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GOTTHARD Releases New Single 'Thunder & Lightning' From Upcoming 'Stereo Crush' Album

Swiss hard rock veterans GOTTHARD have kicked off the new year with the release of their second single, "Thunder & Lightning", from their upcoming 12-track studio album "Stereo Crush". As the world remains blanketed in snow, this new track spreads spring fever with its uplifting leads and emotio...

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DIRKSCHNEIDER Shares 'Reimagined' Version Of 'Balls To The Wall' Title Track Featuring SABATON's JOAKIM BRODÉN

Marking the 40th anniversary of ACCEPT's iconic album "Balls To The Wall", the band's founding member and former frontman Udo Dirkschneider has reinterpreted this classic with a fresh and star-studded twist. Far from a simple remake, this project was born out of countless conversations with prominen...