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EINHERJER To Release 'Lifeblood' Album In June; 'Bloodborn' Single Now Available

Norwegian metallers EINHERJER have shared a new song, "Bloodborn". The single is taken from the band's upcoming album "Lifeblood", which will be released worldwide on June 19 via By Norse Music. The "Bloodborn" title refers to something inherited, carried in the blood itself, it is both a warning an...

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SOCIAL DISTORTION Releases New Single 'Partners In Crime' From Upcoming 'Born To Kill' Album

Punk rock legends SOCIAL DISTORTION have unleashed "Partners In Crime", the second advance taste of their long-awaited eighth album, "Born To Kill". An unabashed and anthemic celebration of a lifetime dedicated to rock 'n' roll, "Partners In Crime" can be heard alongside the album's previously unvei...

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New RUSH Touring Drummer ANIKA NILLES On NEIL PEART: 'Adapting To His Way Of Playing Is A Challenge'

Anika Nilles, the German fusion drummer who was selected to sit behind the drum kit for RUSH's 2026 and 2027 tours, has spoken out about the task of stepping in for the band's late drummer Neil Peart. Nilles, who toured with legendary guitarist Jeff Beck in 2022, has been rehearsing with bassist/voc...

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SKINLAB Releases Cover of HATEBREED's 'Last Breath'

San Francisco Bay Area groove metal veterans SKINLAB have released a cover of "Last Breath" — the iconic track from HATEBREED's landmark 1997 album "Satisfaction Is The Death Of Desire". Produced, mixed, and mastered by Ulrich Wild (PANTERA, STATIC-X, WHITE ZOMBIE, DEFTONES),the cover is not a repli...

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GEDDY LEE Explains Why RUSH Didn't Choose Well-Known Rock Drummer For Upcoming Tour: We 'Wanted To Stay Away From The Obvious Comparisons'

In a new interview with the Brazilian TV show Fantástico, Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of RUSH spoke about their decision to reunite for a tour in 2026 and 2027. The run of dates — Lee and Lifeson's first official shows under the RUSH banner in 11 years — will begin at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, si...

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BEAST IN BLACK Leader ANTON KABANEN To Sit Out Band's North American Tour With HELLOWEEN

BEAST IN BLACK guitarist Anton Kabanen will sit out the band's North American tour as the support act for HELLOWEEN in order to focus on completing work on BEAST IN BLACK's long-awaited fourth studio album. Earlier today (Tuesday, April 7),the former BATTLE BEAST guitarist released the following me...

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IRON MAIDEN's NICKO MCBRAIN Announces August/September 2026 Shows With TITANIUM TART

IRON MAIDEN drummer Nicko McBrain has scheduled the following shows in Florida and Georgia with his TITANIUM TART project: Aug. 29 - The Barn - Sanford, FL Sep. 05 - Culture Room - Ft. Lauderdale, FL Sep. 11 - The Albatross - Jacksonville, FL Sep. 13 - Center Stage Loft - Atlanta, GA Sep. 19 - OCC R...

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CHAD GRAY: Revisiting HELLYEAH Songs For Upcoming Solo Shows Has Been 'Really Weird'

In a new interview with "The David Ellefson Show", MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH frontman Chad Gray spoke about his upcoming "30 Years Of Madness" live appearances. The gigs will mark Chad's first-ever solo performances and will take place during a year when MUDVAYNE is not scheduled to do any touring. It w...

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LAST IN LINE Parts Ways With Singer ANDREW FREEMAN

LAST IN LINE, the band formed by original DIO members Vivian Campbell (guitar) and Vinny Appice (drums),has parted ways with singer Andrew Freeman. Freeman was an original member of LAST IN LINE, which he formed in 2012 with Appice, Campbell and bassist Jimmy Bain — Ronnie James Dio's co-conspirato...

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GEDDY LEE Explains Decision To Use RUSH Name For Upcoming Tour: 'What The F*** Should We Call It, IRON MAIDEN?'

In the latest issue of U.K.'s Classic Rock magazine, RUSH bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee explained why he and guitarist Alex Lifeson decided to tour under the RUSH name in 2026 without their late drummer Neil Peart. Admitting that the issue was a hot topic of debate within the RUSH camp, Lee said: "What...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET On His Thyroid Cancer Battle: 'I'm Just Kind Of Putting Everything In God's Hands'

In a new interview with Christian Music Guys, Michael Sweet of Christian rockers STRYPER was asked to share something that God's been doing in his life recently that would help build the podcast's viewers' and listeners' faith. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, look, I tell y...

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CARMINE APPICE Wants To Record 'Tribute' To BLUE MURDER Featuring Guest Musicians: 'I Think It Would Be Interesting'

In a new interview with VRP Rocks, hosted by U.K. radio veteran Paul Stephenson, drummer Carmine Appice discussed the possibility of new recordings related to his power trio/supergroup BLUE MURDER. The band was formed by guitarist/vocalist John Sykes and released two studio albums — 1989's self-titl...

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CYHRA, Featuring Former IN FLAMES And AMARANTHE Members, Announces New Album 'Requiem For A Pipe Dream'

Swedish melodic metal supergroup CYHRA — featuring AMARANTHE co-founder Jake E and current THE HALO EFFECT, KAMELOT, THE CROWN and SUBURBAN TRIBE members — has released a new single, "Bleed With Pride". As CYHRA celebrates its tenth anniversary year, the new release arrives alongside the announcemen...

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Ex-MISFITS Singer MICHALE GRAVES Explains Why He 'No Longer Exists' In The Punk And Rock Worlds: 'I'm Hated. I Can't Exist There'

In a new interview with Rock Talks, former MISFITS singer Michale Graves was asked if there are any plans for him to reschedule his U.K. concerts which were recently canceled due to his alleged far-right links. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No, there's no plans to do that. It's...

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DAVE MENIKETTI: New Music From Y&T Is 'Absolutely A Possibility'

In a new interview with Bill Kopp of Metro Silicon Valley, Y&T frontman Dave Meniketti was asked about the possibility of a follow-up to the band's latest album, "Facemelter", which came out in 2010. He responded: "Album releases don't mean what they used to mean. In the '70s and '80s, you made...