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STEVE 'ZETRO' SOUZA Doesn't Foresee EXODUS Retiring Anytime Soon: 'I'm Not Tired Of This Yet'

Steve "Zetro" Souza says he cannot picture EXODUS following in the retirement footsteps of their longtime thrash counterparts SLAYER. SLAYER, which announced its "final tour" earlier this year, currently features in its ranks EXODUS guitarist/primary songwriter Gary Holt as a replacement for decease...

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VOLBEAT's ROB CAGGIANO On VINNIE PAUL: 'It Doesn't Make Sense That He's Not Around Anymore'

VOLBEAT guitarist Rob Caggiano was interviewed by Kaaos TV before the band's June 28 headlining show at Provinssi in Seinäjoki, Finland. You can now watch the chat below. Asked for his thoughts about the recent passing of PANTERA and HELLYEAH drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott, Caggiano said: "I didn't beli...

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VINNIE PAUL's KISS Casket Was Made By NASHVILLE CASKET SALES

Nashville Casket Sales owner Joe Stacey has told Fox 17 that his company made the KISS casket that Vinnie Paul Abbott will be buried in later today (Saturday, June 30) in Arlington, Texas. "For whatever reason, the original company lost the license to make a KISS casket," Stacey said. "Now, we're th...

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Video Premiere: PROPHETS OF RAGE's 'Legalize Me'

PROPHETS OF RAGE's music video for the song "Legalize Me" can be seen below. The track is taken from the band's self-titled debut album, which was released last September. The disc was recorded with legendary producer Brendan O'Brien who has done notable work with RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE and AUDIOS...

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HELLYEAH Guitarist CHRISTIAN BRADY Pays Tribute To VINNIE PAUL: 'You Will Be On My Mind And In My Heart For The Rest Of My Life'

HELLYEAH guitarist Christian Brady has released the following statement regarding the passing of his bandmate, drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott: "I'm sitting here in tears writing this. I haven't been able to find the words to do this... Maybe I just haven't had the will to do it yet because I knew once I...

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VINNIE PAUL To Be Buried In KISS Casket, Just Like DIMEBAG

According to TMZ, Vinnie Paul Abbott will be buried in a custom "Kiss Kasket" provided by Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley. The casket was offered as a gift at Vinnie's family's request. Vinnie will also be laid to rest in some of his clothes, including his hat, shoes and flannel. (See pictures at TMZ....

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Public Memorial For VINNIE PAUL To Be Held In Dallas On Sunday

A public memorial for late PANTERA drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott will be held on Sunday, July 1 at Bomb Factory in Dallas, Texas. Fans interested in attending "Vinnie Paul: A Public Celebration Of Life" must receive a wristband to enter the Bomb Factory. The line for wristbands will begin at noon outsi...

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JOE BONAMASSA To Release 'Redemption' Album In September

Two-time-Grammy-nominated blues-rock titan Joe Bonamassa returns with a brand-new studio album, "Redemption", which will be released on September 21 via his own record label J&R Adventures. As part of today's announcement, he shares the official music video for the hard-hitting title-track single "R...

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BIOHAZARD's DANNY SCHULER Pays Tribute To VINNIE PAUL: He Was A 'Down-To-Earth' And 'Generous' Guy

BIOHAZARD's Danny Schuler has paid tribute to Vinnie Paul Abbott, calling the former PANTERA drummer a "generous" and "down-to-earth" guy who always wanted "to have a great time." Schuler wrote in a Facebook post: "Back around '89 or '90 was when [Vinnie and I] first met, at L'Amour [in Brooklyn], I...

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DISTURBED Drummer Pays Tribute To VINNIE PAUL: 'I Will Be Forever Grateful For Your Impact On My Life'

DISTURBED's Mike Wengren has paid tribute to Vinnie Paul Abbott, saying that it was "an honor" to have befriended the former PANTERA drummer. In a Facebook post, Wengren wrote: "Still can't seem to find the words. "Vinnie Paul was an idol of mine back in the 90s. He was a huge influence on my playi...

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VINNIE PAUL's Death 'Did Not Appear Suspicious'

According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the official cause and manner of Vinnie Paul Abbott's death is still pending. Clark County spokesman Dan Kulin said that information will likely take several days to be issued. Vinnie Paul passed away on Friday (June 22) at his home in Las Vegas at the age...

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MATTHEW GREYWOLF Says POWERWOLF 'Explored New Ground' On 'The Sacrament Of Sin'

Finnish journalist Janne Vuorela recently conducted an interview with guitarist Matthew Greywolf (real name: Benjamin Buss) and keyboardist Falk Maria Schlegel of German metallers POWERWOLF. You can watch the entire chat below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On the band's...

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Former TYPE O NEGATIVE Drummer JOHNNY KELLY: VINNIE PAUL 'Was First Class With A Heart Of Gold'

Former TYPE O NEGATIVE drummer Johnny Kelly says that he is "crushed" by the passing of Vinnie Paul Abbott. The former PANTERA drummer passed away on Friday (June 22) at the age of 54. Vinnie Paul apparently died in his sleep at his home in Las Vegas. No cause of death was given at press time, but s...

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HELLYEAH Frontman On VINNIE PAUL's Death: 'I'm At A Loss And Completely Devastated'

HELLYEAH frontman Chad Gray has released the following statement regarding the passing of his bandmate, drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott: "First off, I'm sorry to all of you for our loss. It's consumed me, as I'm sure it has many of you. "I'm sure you can all understand this has been incredibly hard and...

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STAIND's AARON LEWIS Pays Tribute To VINNIE PAUL (Video)

Aaron Lewis held a moment of silence in honor of Vinnie Paul Abbott during his June 23 concert at at Golden Nugget in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The STAIND frontman then moved the microphone to the back and performed a very raw, acoustic version the band's song "Intro" as a tribute to the former PANTE...