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URIAH HEEP's MICK BOX Says Ongoing 'Farewell' Tour Is 'More Of A Slowdown Rather Than An Absolute 'Finish Finish''

In a new interview with Metal Mayhem ROC, URIAH HEEP guitarist Mick Box spoke about the band's September 2024 announcement that the British progressive rock legends would embark on a farewell tour, dubbed "The Magician's Farewell", beginning early 2025. Asked to clarify if "The Magician's Farewell"...

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Watch: METAL CHURCH's New Lineup, Featuring Bassist DAVID ELLEFSON And Singer BRIAN ALLEN, Kicks Off North American Tour

The new lineup of METAL CHURCH made its U.S. live debut last night (Friday, July 17) at Tupelo Music Hall in Derry, New Hampshire. Fan-filmed video of the show can be seen below. According to Setlist.fm, METAL CHURCH's setlist was as follows: 01. Ton Of Bricks 02. Start The Fire 03. Fake Healer 04....

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Watch: ARCH ENEMY Plays First European Concert With New Singer LAUREN HART

Swedish/American extreme metallers ARCH ENEMY kicked off their summer 2026 European tour Friday night (July 17) at the Area 53 festival in Leoben, Austria. The concert marked the band's first European live performance with new singer Lauren Hart (ex-ONCE HUMAN),who replaced Alissa White-Gluz, late...

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Watch: JASON NEWSTED Joins BLACKBERRY SMOKE For Cover Of BLACK SABBATH's 'Fairies Wear Boots' In Farmington, Pennsylvania

Former METALLICA bassist Jason Newsted joined the iconic Atlanta country rock outfit BLACKBERRY SMOKE on stage on Friday, July 17 at Timber Rock Amphitheater in Farmington, Pennsylvania to perform a cover of the BLACK SABBATH classic "Fairies Wear Boots". Fan-filmed video of his appearance can be se...

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ONE TRIBE NATION All-Star Collective, Feat. LIVING COLOUR Frontman COREY GLOVER, Releases Live Cover Of BLACK SABBATH's 'The Wizard'

ONE TRIBE NATION has released its electrifying live rendition of BLACK SABBATH's classic "The Wizard", paying tribute to the enduring legacy of Ozzy Osbourne while showcasing the extraordinary chemistry of one of Southern California's most accomplished new musical collectives. Led by guitarist and m...

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APOCÆLYPSE, Featuring VIO-LENCE Guitarist IRA BLACK, Announces Debut Album 'Fænix'

Following the breakout success of the band's debut single "Intell-I-Gents", APOCÆLYPSE returns with "Black Box", an emotionally charged new single that arrives alongside the announcement of APOCÆLYPSE's debut album, "Fænix", due August 28. Founded by acclaimed guitarist Ira Black (VIO-LENCE, LIZZY B...

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ENTHEOS Announces New Album 'Empty On The Inside'

Alternative metallers ENTHEOS will release their new studio album, "Empty On The Inside", on October 23, 2026 via Metal Blade Records. The official music video for the LP's first single, "Golden Crown", can be seen below. ENTHEOS vocalist Chaney Crabb comments: "'Golden Crown' is a song that we spen...

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JEFF 'MANTAS' DUNN Doesn't Rule Out New Music From His Band Featuring Fellow VENOM Co-Founder ANTONY 'ABADDON' BRAY

In a new interview with "The Tampa Morgue" podcast, Jeff "Mantas" Dunn spoke about some of the recent shows he has played with fellow VENOM co-founder Antony "Abaddon" Bray to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the pioneering black metal band's classic debut album, 1981's "Welcome To Hell". When the...

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BRIAN JOHNSON On Performing Live With AC/DC At Age 78: 'It's Just More Fun Because We Don't Care Anymore'

AC/DC singer Brian Johnson and guitarist Angus Young spoke to Melissa Ruggieri of USA Today about the recently launched 2026 North American leg of the band's "Power Up" world tour. Asked how performing has changed for AC/DC nearly five decades after Brian joined the group, the 78-year-old vocalist s...

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TORANAGA UK Signs With FIREFLASH RECORDS, Announces European Tour Supporting ONSLAUGHT

Hailing from Bradford in West Yorkshire, TORANAGA wrote a chapter in metal history with their first two studio albums, "Bastard Ballads" (1988) and "God's Gift" (1990),achieving cult status within the metal scene. Although they remained underdogs, TORANAGA can be mentioned alongside their compatrio...

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IN THIS MOMENT Announces New Album 'Witch', Shares 'Crawl' Single

IN THIS MOMENT, the Grammy Award-nominated, multi-platinum heavy alternative force of nature, returns today with a new single and music video titled "Crawl". Watch the music video below. The track heralds the arrival of IN THIS MOMENT's ninth full-length offering and debut LP for Better Noise Music,...

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ROBERT PLANT To Receive Americana Music Lifetime Achievement Award

The Americana Music Association has announced that Robert Plant will receive the Association's Lifetime Achievement Award during the 25th annual Americana Honors & Awards, taking place Wednesday, September 16 at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium. "Robert Plant's relationship with Americana m...

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GENE SIMMONS's 'Legends Of Rock Expo' Rescheduled For May 2027

"Gene Simmons Legends Of Rock Expo", which was originally set to take place September 25-27 at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, has been rescheduled for May 14–16, 2027 at the same venue. Earlier today (Thursday, July 16),the event producers released the following statement: "Due to a major...

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Birmingham To Celebrate First 'Ozzy Day' With City Center Program Of Music, Memories And Tributes

On Wednesday, July 22, Birmingham will come together to honor one of its greatest cultural icons as the city celebrates the first "Ozzy Day" — a free program of live music, public art, special performances and shared moments celebrating the life, legacy and Birmingham roots of the Prince Of Darkness...

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VENOM Is 'A Team Effort. It's Not Just The CRONOS Band'

In a new interview with Sakis Fragos of Rock Hard Greece, VENOM guitarist Rage (a.k.a. Stuart Dixon) and drummer Danté (a.k.a. Danny Needham) spoke about the band's latest studio album, "Into Oblivion", which came out in May via Noise/BMG. Asked about the perception from some fans that VENOM is larg...