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See DREAM THEATER's Entire Bangkok Concert During 2026 '40th Anniversary Tour'

Fan-filmed video of DREAM THEATER's entire February 18 concert at Idea Live in Bangkok, Thailand can be seen below (courtesy of the DIY BY PIPE channel on YouTube). According to Setlist.fm, the setlist for the show was as follows: 01. Metropolis Pt. 1: The Miracle And The Sleeper 02. Act I: Scene Tw...

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JOEL HOEKSTRA: 'If You're Getting Into Music To Make Money, You Have A Hole In Your Head'

In a new interview with Guitar World, acclaimed guitarist Joel Hoekstra (WHITESNAKE, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA, NIGHT RANGER) was asked what piece of advice he would give to his younger self if he could travel back in time. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We were poor, quite frank...

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AVATAR's JOHANNES ECKERSTRÖM Says Touring Life Has 'Changed A Lot' In Last 15 Years: It 'Was Much Wilder'

In a new interview with GRIMM Gent, vocalist Johannes Eckerström of Swedish metallers AVATAR was asked how his relationship with touring has changed compared to 10 or 15 years ago. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, it has changed a lot. 15 years ago was much wilder than now....

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LAMB OF GOD's MARK MORTON Was Listening To THE HAUNTED, AT THE GATES And MESHUGGAH For Inspiration During Making Of 'Into Oblivion' Album

In a new interview with The Downbeat Podcast, hosted by STRAY FROM THE PATH drummer Craig Reynolds, LAMB OF GOD guitarist Mark Morton spoke about the band's upcoming tenth studio album, "Into Oblivion", which will be released on March 13 via Epic. Asked if it was a conscious decision for him and his...

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AT THE GATES Doesn't Rule Out Playing Shows To Celebrate TOMAS LINDBERG's Life

In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, bassist Jonas Björler of Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES spoke about the band's upcoming album, "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", which will be released on April 24 via Century Media Records. The follow-up to 2021's "The Nightmare of Being"...

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Watch: DIO RULES, All-Star Tribute To RONNIE JAMES DIO Feat. ANDREW FREEMAN And MATT STARR, Performs In Maryland And Pennsylvania

DIO RULES, the "ultimate tribute" to Ronnie James Dio featuring Andrew Freeman (LAST IN LINE) on vocals, Angus Clark (TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA, Joe Lynn Turner) on guitar, Matt Starr (Ace Frehley, MR. BIG, KIX) on drums, Winston Roye (SOUL ASYLUM) on bass and Mark Klett (TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA) on...

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IRON MAIDEN's ADRIAN SMITH Blasts Use Of A.I. To Create Music: 'People Seem To Be Craving More Reward With Less Effort'

In a new interview with Argentina's UnDinamo - La Última Radio De Rock, IRON MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith was asked for his opinion on the use of artificial intelligence (A.I.) as a compositional tool. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No, I don't like it. I don't like it. I mean,...

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RUSH Shares 'Distant Early Warning (2025 Terry Brown Mix)' From Upcoming 'Grace Under Pressure: Super Deluxe Edition'

The official visualizer for "Distant Early Warning (2025 Terry Brown Mix)" from RUSH's "Grace Under Pressure: Super Deluxe Edition" can be seen below. The new audio mix was completed by Terry Brown with illustration by Hugh Syme. UMe/Mercury and Anthem Records label groups continue the comprehensive...

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Original FOREIGNER Singer LOU GRAMM Shares 'Long Hard Look', Second Single From Upcoming 'Released' Solo Album

Legendary vocalist and 2024 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Lou Gramm, best known as the iconic voice of FOREIGNER, has released "Long Hard Look", the powerful second single from his highly anticipated solo album "Released". A brooding, mid-tempo rock anthem driven by muscular guitars and Gramm'...

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GUS G. Announces New Solo Album 'Steel Burner' Featuring DORO PESCH, MATT BARLOW, RONNIE ROMERO And DINO JELUSICK

Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G., well known in rock and metal circles for his work as Ozzy Osbourne's guitarist and as leader of his own band FIREWIND, will release his fifth solo album, "Steel Burner", on April 24, 2026 through Metal Department Records. The album marks his first solo release in five y...

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AT THE GATES Announces 'The Ghost Of A Future Dead' Album, Shares 'The Fever Mask' Single

Swedish melodic death metal pioneers AT THE GATES will release their new album, "The Ghost Of A Future Dead", on April 24 via Century Media Records. The follow-up to 2021's wildly adventurous "The Nightmare of Being", this upcoming release marks a special tribute to frontman Tomas Lindberg, who trag...

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SPINESHANK Announces Spring 2026 'Nu Metal Sucks Tour' With (HED)P.E. And PRIMER 55

The reunited SPINESHANK will embark on the "Nu Metal Sucks Tour" this spring with support from (HED)P.E. and PRIMER 55. For SPINESHANK, these will mark the final shows celebrating the 25th anniversary of the band's sophomore studio album, "The Height Of Callousness". (HED)P.E. will perform its 2000...

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ARCH ENEMY Recruits Ex-ONCE HUMAN Singer LAUREN HART, Shares 'To The Last Breath' Single

Swedish/American extreme metal powerhouse ARCH ENEMY are charging into a new chapter as they unveil the first new musical piece after their latest album cycle with "Blood Dynasty". The new single "To The Last Breath" is a testament to the band's legacy, and a step towards a new exciting era of ARCH...

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VOLBEAT Officially Welcomes FLEMMING C. LUND As 'Permanent' Lead Guitar Player

Danish rock and rollers VOLBEAT have recruited their longtime touring guitarist Flemming C. Lund as a "permanent" replacement for Rob Caggiano. Earlier today (Thursday, February 19),VOLBEAT released the following statement via social media: "We're very happy to announce that after this past year of...

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WILLIAM SHATNER Announces New All-Star Metal Album Featuring 35 Hand-Picked Metal Icons

William Shatner is turning the volume up to pain-threshold max.. The legendary actor, author, and cultural icon today announces his latest album — a heavy metal extravaganza powered a veritable army of metal stars, each one personally selected and hand-picked by Shatner to help deliver a project tha...