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KISS Ignites 'Metal Fest' In 'World Of Tanks Modern Armor'

Metal Fest roars back into World Of Tanks Modern Armor, and this year the spotlight is on the ultimate rock icons: KISS! The trailblazing performers bring their unmistakable rock sound and rebellious spirit to the game's third annual Metal Fest, which kicks off on August 26 and runs through Septembe...

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RATT's STEPHEN PEARCY On Being Called A 'Hair Metal' Band: 'It Doesn't Bother Me In The Least'

In a new interview with Dennis Wood of WOKW 102.9 FM's "Back To The 80s", RATT singer Stephen Pearcy was asked what he thinks it was about the 1980s that made that era so magical. Pearcy said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Forty-plus years later, I call it the 'Sunset Strip Experience'. It w...

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MICHAEL KISKE Is Happy And At Peace During HELLOWEEN's Historic Reunion: 'You Can Only Write Stories Like This'

By David E. Gehlke HELLOWEEN's 2017 reunion with vocalist Michael Kiske and guitarist/vocalist Kai Hansen, and subsequent joyously successful "Pumpkins United" world tour, followed by their brilliant 2021 self-titled album, is unquestionably one of the best metal stories in recent memory. The reinte...

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BON JOVI's TICO TORRES Shoots Down Retirement Rumors: 'Musicians Don't Retire, Especially Me'

BON JOVI drummer Tico Torres has shot down rumors that he has retired from the band. Earlier today (Monday, August 25),Torres shared a short video message via the BON JOVI social media in which he said:  "Hi, everybody. Tico Torres from BON JOVI here. I'm here to dispel a lot of rumors that I've re...

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Ex-STRATOVARIUS Guitarist TIMO TOLKKI: 'It Doesn't Make Any Sense To Make New Music Anymore'

In a new interview with The Dark Melody, former STRATOVARIUS guitarist Timo Tolkki was asked if he is working on any new music at the moment. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It doesn't make any sense to make new music anymore, really. Because it costs money, and there are no CDs...

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Get to know the name Lucie Sue, because chances are she's going to be big in the rock world. Lucie Sue is both a band and the name of the French singer, and her fun, colorful, metal-tinged rock music, which is akin to hair metal from the 1980s but with a modern edge. It's a fresh yet nostalgic sound...

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Ex-EXODUS Singer STEVE 'ZETRO' SOUZA's September 2025 Latin American Tour Has Been Canceled

Former EXODUS singer Steve "Zetro" Souza's previously announced 10-date solo tour of Latin America, which was scheduled to take place in September 2025, has apparently been canceled by the promoter. The trek was slated to kick off on September 4 in San José, Costa Rica and end on September 14 in São...

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MASTODON's BILL KELLIHER Pays Tribute To BRENT HINDS: 'You Were A Brother' And 'We Were A Family'

MASTODON guitarist Bill Kelliher has paid tribute to his bandmate Brent Hinds, who died last week after being injured in a motorcycle accident in Atlanta. He was 51. Earlier today (Monday, August 25),Kelliher took to his Instagram to write: "It's been hard to get a grip on my emotions this week. "W...

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SLAYER's KERRY KING Reflects On 'Back To The Beginning' Concert: 'I'm Very Happy That I Was Able To Be A Part Of That'

At this year's Brutal Assault festival, Metalshop TV spoke to Kerry King about SLAYER's participation in the "Back To The Beginning" event, which marked Ozzy Osbourne and BLACK SABBATH's final performance. Asked if he enjoyed being part of the concert, the SLAYER guitarist — who is currently touring...

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HELSTAR Announces New Album 'The Devil's Masquerade'

U.S. metal veterans HELSTAR will release their eleventh studio album, "The Devil's Masquerade", on September 12, 2025 through Massacre Records. The effort will be available as a limited mediabook, limited vinyl LP in various colors, and digital formats. "The Devil's Masquerade" marks a powerful retu...

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CRYPTOPSY To Celebrate 30 Years Of 'None So Vile' On 2026 European Tour

Canadian extreme metallers CRYPTOPSY have announced a European headline tour celebrating 30 years of "None So Vile". Next year, the band will perform classic cuts from their revered second album, along with newly crowned hits off "An Insatiable Violence", during more than 30 dates across Europe. Joi...

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GOJIRA's New Album To Arrive In 2026: 'It's Very Crucial To Take The Time To Bring Something Fresh And New And Powerful'

At the 2025 edition of the Bloodstock Open Air festival in the United Kingdom, GOJIRA drummer Mario Duplantier spoke to Bloodstock TV's Oran O’Beirne about the progress of the songwriting and recording sessions for the follow-up to the French progressive metallers' 2021 album "Fortitude". He said (a...

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ZOË M. FEDEROFF Abruptly Exits CRADLE OF FILTH Mid-Tour 'For Personal Reasons'

Zoë M. Federoff has announced her exit from CRADLE OF FILTH. The 33-year-old Federoff, who joined CRADLE OF FILTH in 2022 as the band's female vocalist and keyboardist, released the following statement earlier today (Sunday, August 24) via social media: "It is with deep regret I share that for pers...

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MAX CAVALERA: OZZY OSBOURNE Is 'Forever Gonna Be Remembered'

In a new interview with John The Metal Mailman, former SEPULTURA and current SOULFLY frontman Max Cavalera spoke about legendary BLACK SABBATH singer Ozzy Osbourne, who died last month at the age of 76. Asked what his initial reaction was to Ozzy's passing, Max said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.N...

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MIKE TRAMP Doesn't Believe Fans Will Ever Hear Any More Music From Former WHITE LION Guitarist VITO BRATTA

In a new interview with Anthony Bryant of The Hair Metal Guru, ex-WHITE LION singer Mike Tramp was asked if he thinks fans will ever hear from his former bandmate, guitarist Vito Bratta, musically again. Tramp responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No. Did you see how quick [of a response]...