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AVANTASIA's TOBIAS SAMMET Feels Like 'Here Be Dragons' Is Another 'Record Of The Century'

By David E. Gehlke Calling AVANTASIA a "side project" or even a "project" feels wrong in light of the band's staying power. Considered a finished entity after the world-beating power metal glory of their first two albums, 2001's "The Metal Opera" and 2002's "The Metal Opera Pt. II", founder, songwri...

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DESTRUCTION's SCHMIER Is 'Still Hopeful' For More Shows Featuring 'Big Four' Of German Thrash Metal

In a new interview with Francisco Zamudio of KNAC.COM, DESTRUCTION bassist/vocalist Schmier was asked about the possibility of more shows featuring the union of Germany's legendary "Teutonic Big Four", completed by KREATOR, SODOM and TANKARD. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don't wa...

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BUSH Frontman GAVIN ROSSDALE's Advice To New Bands: 'Know Your Craft'

In a new interview with Much, BUSH frontman Gavin Rossdale was asked how he would go about starting his music career today, if he had to do it. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Two of my kids are really into music and singing and playing. And where that's gonna take them, I don't...

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CHRISTIAN OLDE WOLBERS Quits VIO-LENCE: 'It's Not Easy Throwing In The Towel'

Former FEAR FACTORY bassist Christian Olde Wolbers has announced his departure from San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal veterans VIO-LENCE. Earlier today (Monday, February 24),Olde Wolbers shared a photo of him with VIO-LENCE singer Sean Killian, ex-VIO-LENCE guitarist Phil Demmel and former VIO-LE...

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DAVE LOMBARDO On His Split With SLAYER: 'You Have Disagreements. Families Argue.'

In a new interview with Drew Stone of The New York Hardcore Chronicles Live!, original SLAYER drummer Dave Lombardo was asked to reflect on his time with the legendary thrash metal band. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):  "I love it. I look back in retrospect and it's been amazing. How c...

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TRACII GUNS On AXL ROSE: 'The Interesting Thing About Him Is He Really Knows Right From Wrong'

During an appearance on The Bad Decisions Podcast With Scott Nathan, L.A. GUNS guitarist Tracii Guns spoke about his early years as a member of GUNS N' ROSES. Asked what GN'R singer Axl Rose was like as a roommate, Tracii said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "He was a great roommate. The inter...

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SYMPHONY X Will 'Probably' Release Long-Awaited New Album In 2026: 'It's Gonna Have All The Cool Stuff' Fans Like

During this year's 70000 Tons Of Metal cruise, SYMPHONY X bassist Mike LePond spoke to Metal Anthology about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's long-awaited follow-up to 2015's "Underworld" album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "[We've been working on new material...

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BRIAN WHEAT Explains Why TESLA Will Probably Never Make Another Full-Length Album

In a new interview with Ralph Rasmussen of Radio Bypass, TESLA bassist Brian Wheat spoke about the possibility of him and his bandmates releasing a full-length album as a follow-up to 2019's "Shock". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I don't think so. And the reason I say 'no' is it tak...

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KITTIE's MORGAN LANDER On 25th Anniversary Of 'Spit': 'The Impact Of That Album Has Lasted For The Duration Of Our Career'

In a new interview with Andrew Slaidins of The Rockpit, KITTIE guitarist/vocalist Morgan Lander spoke about the 25th anniversary of the band's gold-certified 2000 debut album, "Spit". Asked about the lyrical and musical inspiration for the LP, Morgan said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Yeah,...

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MARTY FRIEDMAN On Making Of MEGADETH's 'Rust In Peace': 'We Knew That What We Were Doing Was Gonna Be Cool'

In a new interview with Jason Fraley of the Beyond The Fame podcast, former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman was asked what it was like to work on his first album with the band, the now-classic "Rust In Peace", which came out in 1990. Marty responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, if...

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Watch: POISON Drummer's THE ROCKETT MAFIA Makes Official Live Debut At Whisky A Go Go

THE ROCKETT MAFIA, the new band featuring POISON drummer Rikki Rockett alongside Brandon Gibbs (DEVIL CITY ANGELS) on vocals and guitar, Mick Sweda (BULLETBOYS) on guitar and backing vocals, and Bryan Kimes on bass and backing vocals, played its first official show last night (Friday, February 21) a...

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FIELDY Claims He Hasn't Spoken To His Longtime KORN Bandmates Since 2019

During an appearance on the latest episode of the Basement Talk podcast, Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu was asked what his relationship was like with his longtime bandmates in KORN. He responded: "I haven't talked to those guys since 2019. So it's like we're just kind of both…. They're truckin'. They're a...

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Watch: TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Performs JUDAS PRIEST, BLACK SABBATH Classics In Sydney

Former JUDAS PRIEST and current KK'S PRIEST singer Tim "Ripper" Owens performed on February 20 at Crowbar in Sydney as part of his ongoing Australian solo tour. Joining him on the trek is a backing band of Australia's metal maestros Joel McDonald on guitar, Jordan McDonald on drums, Voya Milutinovic...

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ROBIN TROWER To Release New Studio Album 'Come And Find Me'

The legendary Robin Trower continues his prolific period with the release of a brand-new studio album, "Come And Find Me". The record will be released on April 25 via Provogue, and you can listen to the first taster on "A Little Bit Of Freedom". Trower stands on the cusp of a whirlwind year that wil...

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EXODUS's GARY HOLT Opens Up About His Guitar-Related Injuries: 'I Couldn't Even Play At All'

In a new interview with Shawn Ratches of Laughingmonkeymusic, EXODUS guitarist and main songwriter Gary Holt spoke about the various guitar-related injuries he has sustained over the course of playing the instrument for more than four decades. The 60-year-old San Francisco Bay Area-based musician sa...