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RAVEN Has 'A Lot Of Songs' Written For Upcoming Album

In a new interview with Metal Mayhem ROC correspondents Southern Cal and Bill The Rager, bassist/vocalist John Gallagher of the British/American metal trio RAVEN spoke about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's next album, following the arrival of last year's "Can't Take Away The...

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NAPALM DEATH's SHANE EMBURY Remembers Late AT THE GATES Frontman TOMAS LINDBERG: 'He Was A Really Important Person For The Scene'

In a new interview with Stefan Nilsson of Roppongi Rocks, NAPALM DEATH bassist Shane Embury spoke about last year's passing of his longtime friend and LOCK UP bandmate, founding AT THE GATES frontman Tomas "Tompa" Lindberg. Shane said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, Tomas, he's been my...

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THE WHO Releases New Single 'You Better You Bet' From Upcoming Live Album 'Live At Eden Project'

Following the reveal of THE WHO's upcoming live album "Live At Eden Project", earMUSIC presents the album's second single: "You Better You Bet (Live at Eden Project)", available today as an instant gratification track with all digital pre-orders. To accompany the release, the live performance video...

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No Place Of Warmth

Over the last few years, FROZEN SOUL have risen from their underground origins to become indisputable figureheads for the new breed of American death metal. The release of 2023's "Glacial Domination" was the spark that sent the Texans into orbit. A masterful slice of post-BOLT THROWER brutality that...

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Watch: Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS Perform Live As STANLEY SIMMONS For First Time

STANLEY SIMMONS, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — made its live debut last night (Monday, May 4) at the House Of Blues Voodoo Room in San Diego, California. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below....

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ARMORED SAINT's JOEY VERA: 'I've Considered Every Single Record A Reset'

In a new interview with Metal Roos, ARMORED SAINT bassist and producer Joey Vera spoke about the band's upcoming full-length album, "Emotion Factory Reset", which is due on May 22 through Metal Blade Records. After the interviewer noted that ARMORED SAINT has only released nine albums since the band...

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JASON NEWSTED: How I Was Diagnosed With Throat Cancer

On the latest episode of Dean Delray's "Let There Be Talk" podcast, former METALLICA bassist Jason Newsted opened up about his revelation that he has been undergoing medical treatment for throat cancer. Asked by Delray what symptoms he had that led to him being diagnosed with the type of cancer that...

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SNOT Is 'Eight Songs' Into New Album: 'We're Definitely Confident We're Gonna Come Out Swinging'

In a new interview with SWOMP, SNOT guitarist Mikey Doling and bassist John "Tumor" Fahnestock spoke about the reactivated Santa Barbara-based metal/punk rock hybrid's long-awaited new studio album. The upcoming effort is being recorded with producer, engineer and mixer Chris Collier and will mark S...

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RAY ALDER Doesn't Rule Out Future FATES WARNING Live Shows: 'We Need To Work The Logistics Out Correctly'

During an appearance on the latest episode of the "100 Songs That Define Heavy Metal" podcast, hosted by Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel, singer Ray Alder spoke about the current status of FATES WARNING, the progressive metal band he has been a member of for nearly four decades. He said (as tra...

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VENOM Explains Lack Of U.S. Shows: Getting Visas Is 'Really Expensive' And 'So Difficult'

In a new interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of Rock Interview Series, VENOM guitarist Rage (a.k.a. Stuart Dixon) was asked if there are any plans for the pioneering British black metal band to tour the U.S. in support of its latest studio album, "Into Oblivion", which arrived on May 1 via Noise/BMG...

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Original SALIVA Singer JOSEY SCOTT Confirms Stolen Trailer Has Been Recovered And All Gear Has Been Returned Intact

Original SALIVA singer Josey Scott has confirmed that his solo band's stolen tour trailer has been successfully recovered, with all equipment returned intact, and a suspect now in custody following a thorough investigation by the Tulsa Police Department. The trailer, which was reported stolen earlie...

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Ex-METALLICA Bassist JASON NEWSTED Opens Up About Throat Cancer Diagnosis: 'I Got My 'Free And Clear' About Three Weeks Ago'

During an appearance on an upcoming episode of Dean Delray's "Let There Be Talk" podcast, former METALLICA bassist Jason Newsted opened up about a health scare he had last year when he was diagnosed with throat cancer. After Delray noted that Newsted was invited to take part in the final edition of...

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COAL CHAMBER's DEZ FAFARA On Drummer MIKEY 'BUG' COX's Cancer Battle: 'I'm Just Really Blessed That He's With Us'

In a new interview with KillerTube, COAL CHAMBER frontman Dez Fafara spoke about the band's return to the stage for last weekend's Sick New World festival in Las Vegas, Nevada. The show marked COAL CHAMBER's first live appearance since drummer Mikey "Bug" Cox's successful battle with cancer. Dez sai...

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Ex-SKID ROW Singer ERIK GRÖNWALL Releases Music Video For 'Praying For A Miracle' Single From Upcoming 'Bad Bones' Solo Album

Following the strong response to his recent singles "Bad Bones" and "Born To Break", Swedish vocalist Erik Grönwall — best known for his two-year stint with SKID ROW — now releases the third single from his upcoming solo album "Bad Bones", the powerful and deeply personal "Praying For A Miracle". Ou...

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AT THE GATES Lands First-Ever No. 1 Album In Sweden With 'The Ghost Of A Future Dead'

"The Ghost Of A Future Dead", the latest album from Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES, has topped the official chart in the band's home country. It marks the first time ever that AT THE GATES has entered the main Swedish album chart at No. 1. Released on April 24 via Century Media Re...