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Avatar Country
There are endless examples of metal artists taking themselves far too seriously. AVATAR is not one of those bands. The Gothenburg-based band's intentionally and ridiculously over-the-top brand of heavy metal continues to run through its latest, and seventh overall, full-length release: "Avatar Count...January 15, 2018
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RON 'BUMBLEFOOT' THAL Says GUNS N' ROSES' 'Chinese Democracy' Album Is A 'Masterpiece'
Calin Pacatius of Radio Romania Timisoara conducted an interview with Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal prior to the former GUNS N' ROSES and current SONS OF APOLLO guitarist's November 23 solo concert at Reflektor in Timisoara, Romania. You can watch the entire chat below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by...January 14, 2018
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EARTHLESS To Release 'Black Heaven' Album In March
EARTHLESS, the San Diego-based trio whose most recent release, the 2013 album "From The Ages", was included on multiple best-of-year lists, including Rolling Stone and Magnet magazines, returns with the full-length album "Black Heaven" on March 16 via Nuclear Blast. The disc was recorded at Rancho d...January 13, 2018
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New Song Premiere: ANDREW W.K.'s 'Music Is Worth Living For'
"Music Is Worth Living For", a brand new song from Andrew W.K., can be streamed below. The track is taken from his upcoming LP, "You're Not Alone", which is scheduled for release on March 2 via RED Music/Sony Music. The front cover image for the disc was painted by legendary artists Boris Vallejo an...January 12, 2018
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BULLETBOYS Enlist Drummer ANTHONY 'TINY' BIUSO
BULLETBOYS have announced the addition of drummer Anthony "Tiny" Biuso to the group's ranks. "We have known Tiny for a very long time and are so excited to have him providing the major boom to this group," says singer Marq Torien. "Tiny is now a 'fully loaded' BulletBoy and we look forward to having...January 10, 2018
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Grimmest Hits
Zakk Wylde has entered a unique phase in his venerated career. Of late, he has been running about with his tribute band, ZAKK SABBATH. After dropping 2016's compelling "Book of Shadows" sequel album, Wylde is set to rejoin his patron papa bear on the road. Ozzy Osbourne, who recently completed a boo...January 6, 2018
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Former TRIBE OF GYPSIES Singer GREGG ANALLA Dies In Motorcycle Crash
Acclaimed singer Gregg Analla (SLAVIOR, SEVENTHSIGN, TRIBE OF GYPSIES) was killed Thursday afternoon (January 4) when he lost control of his motorcycle and struck a curb in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He thrown from the bike after hitting the center median and was transported to the hospital where he s...January 5, 2018
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For the Demented
Jeff Waters is in both a wonderful and awkward spot in his prolific career. He's creative control as the primary force behind a legendary metal moniker that stands for two different things: the entity itself and the conductor operating it mostly on his own like a thrasher's Lionel set. Now, if you p...December 17, 2017
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The Dusk in Us
CONVERGE isn't just any band. It has helped expand heavy music's boundaries since the late nineties. The band's characteristic belligerence remains on "The Dusk in Us", but it's as restrained as you'd expect from a hardened inmate who has successfully done time and is prepared for re-integration int...December 17, 2017
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RAY LUZIER Is Hoping Next KORN Album Will Be 'Even Heavier' Than 'The Serenity Of Suffering'
Metal Wani's Jake Patton recently conducted an interview with KORN drummer Ray Luzier. You can now listen to the chat below. Asked if KORN has begun writing music for the follow-up to 2016's "The Serenity Of Suffering" album, Ray said: "We're definitely talking about it. We're always writing stuff —...December 11, 2017
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THE DARKNESS Guitarist Says Recording Cover Songs Is 'A Waste Of Time'
Brothers Dan and Justin Hawkins of British rockers THE DARKNESS were interviewed by Rocker.sk prior to the November 12 stop of their "European Tour De Prance". The full chat can be viewed below. A few excerpts follow (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): On whether people still "misunderstand" the b...December 10, 2017
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THE DARKNESS Releases 'Happiness' Video
British rockers THE DARKNESS have released the official music video for the song "Happiness". The clip was created by Vitamin Pictures in Chicago, Illinois and was directed by Daniel DelPurgatorio. Said THE DARKNESS frontman Justin Hawkins: "'Happiness' is about seeing only the golden sand and overl...December 1, 2017
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ANDREW W.K. To Release 'You're Not Alone' Album In March
Andrew W.K. has revealed the title, cover art, and track listing of his upcoming LP, "You're Not Alone". The album is scheduled for release on March 2, 2018 via RED Music/Sony Music worldwide, with its front cover image painted by legendary artists Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell. These two masters of...November 30, 2017
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Skeletons In The Closet
Every hard rock fan knows the name Bob Kulick, often by way of his younger brother, Bruce. Both were, at various stages, part of KISS, the latter coming through recommendation by his elder sibling. Bob contributed guitars to three of the studio tracks on side four of KISS's "Alive II", plus "Unmaske...November 27, 2017
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Deep Calleth Upon Deep
You may have heard the phrase "game changer" accompanying early reports to SATYRICON's ninth album, "Deep Calleth Upon Deep". At present, Satyr seems indecisive if he's reached the finish line with this band. In the event he and Frost call it quits in the near future, they've created a logical, min...November 27, 2017
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