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VIO-LENCE To Release New 'Punk Cover' Before Putting Out More Original Material: 'I Don't Wanna Rush Writing', Says SEAN KILLIAN
In a new interview with Shawn Ratches of Laughingmonkeymusic, VIO-LENCE singer Sean Killian spoke about the band's plans for new music. For the reactivated San Francisco Bay Area thrashers' recent U.S. tour as the support act for DEATH ANGEL, Killian was joined on stage by Ira Black (LIZZY BORDEN, V...January 11, 2026
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THE ROCKETT MAFIA, Featuring POISON Drummer RIKKI ROCKETT, Is Working On Original Material For Debut EP
THE ROCKETT MAFIA, the new rock project featuring Rikki Rockett, drummer and founding member of the multi-platinum band POISON, is planning to record its debut EP later this year, to be released via Pavement Entertainment. Joining Rockett in THE ROCKETT MAFIA's current lineup are Brandon Gibbs (DEVI...January 11, 2026
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Ex-WARLOCK Guitarist TOMMY BOLAN Steps Out On His Own In NYC: 'Lead, Follow Or Get The F*** Out Of My Way'
By David E. Gehlke A self-described "overcaffeinated New Yorker," guitarist Tommy Bolan previously played the role of sideman to German metal queen Doro Pesch in WARLOCK and was consequential in salvaging the sessions for the band's classic (and final) 1987 "Triumph And Agony" studio album. While he...January 11, 2026
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DREAM THEATER's MIKE PORTNOY Unveils Limited-Edition Release Of His TAMA Signature Snare Drum
In the fall of 2023, Mike Portnoy's exciting return to DREAM THEATER ignited the entire music industry. For Tama, this meant only one thing: a new monster must be born. Taking inspiration from Mike's original "Purple Monster" kit, Tama created a truly unique and custom finish that was specially craf...January 11, 2026
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GRATEFUL DEAD Co-Founder BOB WEIR Dead At 78
Bobby Weir, a founding member of the legendary GRATEFUL DEAD, has died at age of 78. "It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir," Weir's family wrote in a statement. "He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after courageously beating cancer as only Bobby could...January 10, 2026
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New MASTERPLAN Album 'Metalmorphosis' Gets Official Release Date; 'Chase The Light' Single To Arrive Next Week
MASTERPLAN's long-awaited new album, "Metalmorphosis", will be released on May 22, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl. The LP's first single, "Chase The Light", will arrive on January 15, 2026. In a recent interview with Brazil's Todo Mundo Em Campo, former HELLOWEEN guitarist Roland Grapow stated about "...January 10, 2026
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SUICIDE SILENCE's MARK HEYLMUN 'Fully' Supports And Respects CHRIS GARZA's Decision To Take A Break From The Band
California deathcore band SUICIDE SILENCE has recruited Ian Waye (SOREPTION) to fill in on guitar for Chris Garza while the latter guitarist is taking "hiatus" from the group. On Friday (January 9),SUICIDE SILENCE guitarist Mark Heylmun shared the following message via social media: "Hey everyone,...January 10, 2026
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Ex-DRAGONFORCE Singer ZP THEART Releases 20th-Anniversary Reimagining Of 'Through The Fire And Flames'
Former DRAGONFORCE and SKID ROW singer ZP Theart has released a special 20th-anniversary "reimagining" of the DRAGONFORCE power metal anthem "Through The Fire And Flames". For this project, Theart entrusted producer and multi-instrumentalist Syndrone with a full sonic overhaul. Syndrone provided the...January 9, 2026
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Legendary NWOBHM Band MORE Announces Long-Awaited New Album 'Destructor'
Legendary New Wave Of British Heavy Metal band MORE will release its third album, "Destructor", on March 6, 2026. A performance video of the "Spirits Of War" single is available below. The "Destructor" album is the final production by the late, legendary producer Chris Tsangarides (JUDAS PRIEST, KIN...January 9, 2026
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METAL CHURCH's KURDT VANDERHOOF Has 'Nothing Negative To Say' About His Former Bandmates: 'Sometimes Things Just Stop Working'
METAL CHURCH's founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof has released a statement apparently addressing recent comments by the band's former singer Marc Lopes in which the vocalist referred to METAL CHURCH as "a shit show" and lamented the lack of "respect" Marc was given after he after recording just one...January 9, 2026
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EXHUMED Announces New Album 'Red Asphalt'
EXHUMED will release a new album, "Red Asphalt", on February 20 via Relapse Records. The masters of gore metal rev up and prepare for one of 2026's most frenetic, unhinged slabs of sonic obliteration with a new video for lead single "Unsafe At Any Speed". EXHUMED mastermind Matt Harvey comments: "We...January 9, 2026
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Watch: LORDS OF NWOBHM, Featuring Members Of DIAMOND HEAD, RAVEN, TANK And PRAYING MANTIS, Performs Live For First Time
LORDS OF NWOBHM, the new supergroup featuring members of PRAYING MANTIS, DIAMOND HEAD, RAVEN, TANK and PERSIAN RISK, performed its first show last night (Thursday, January 8) at Cart & Horses in London, United Kingdom. Fan-filmed video of the concert — courtesy of Gary Bowers — can be seen below...January 9, 2026
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RIVAL SONS' JAY BUCHANAN Shares New Solo Single 'True Black' From Upcoming 'Weapons Of Beauty' Album
Jay Buchanan — frontman of American rock band RIVAL SONS — will release his debut solo album, "Weapons Of Beauty", on February 6 through Sacred Tongue Records via Thirty Tigers. The official visualizer for Jay's latest single, "True Black", can be seen below. With "Weapons Of Beauty", Buchanan — the...January 9, 2026
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THE BLACK CROWES Announce New Studio Album, 'A Pound Of Feathers'
Legendary rock icons and 2025 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame nominees THE BLACK CROWES today announce the release date of their highly anticipated new studio album, "A Pound Of Feathers", due out March 13 via Silver Arrow Records. Produced by Jay Joyce, the new album pushes THE BLACK CROWES' iconic blen...January 9, 2026
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LITA FORD Hopes To Release Her Long-Awaited New LP By May 2026: 'The Whole Album Is A Theme', She Says
In a new interview with Get On The Bus, '80s hard rock queen Lita Ford spoke about the status of her long-awaited new studio album. Ford's upcoming follow-up to 2012's "Living Like A Runaway" was once again helmed by guitarist/producer Gary Hoey, who contributes some guitar playing to the disc. Lita...January 9, 2026














