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HERMAN LI On DRAGONFORCE's 'Through The Fire And Flames': 'That Song Definitely Keeps On Giving'

By David E. Gehlke Power metal was virtually covered terrain when DRAGONFORCE came flying out of the gate in 2003 with their "Valley Of The Damned" debut. Yet, the multi-national band essentially took the style and all its strengths and weaknesses to the nth degree, with a particular emphasis on unc...

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AC/DC Announces Spring/Summer 2024 European Tour

AC/DC has announced the initial details of the group's first tour dates in eight years. The legendary band's lineup for the "Power Up" European tour, which will kick off in May and run through August, will consist of singer Brian Johnson, guitarists Angus and Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug and the...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET Weighs In On JON BON JOVI's Vocal Issues: He 'Has Nothing To Prove'

Michael Sweet of Christian rockers STRYPER says that he is "happy to hear Jon Bon Jovi is on the mend" after the BON JOVI frontman underwent surgery for a vocal cord injury. Jon confirmed that he had "major reconstructive surgery" on his vocal cords and reflected on the impact it has had on his life...

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Original AC/DC Singer DAVE EVANS: 'I've Got Two Brand New Rock Songs Coming Out Soon'

Original AC/DC singer Dave Evans, who is currently celebrating the 50th anniversary of the band's earliest recordings and first live shows, spoke to Peru's Milenial TV about his plans to release new solo music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've got many, many albums, many, many CDs...

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JON BON JOVI 'Couldn't Understand Why God Was Taking Away' His Vocal Ability

During a panel about the upcoming BON JOVI docuseries "Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story" at the Television Critics Association winter press tour in Pasadena, California on Friday (February 9),Jon Bon Jovi opened up about the vocal injury he experienced that threatened "to bring everything t...

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See First Trailer For Upcoming BON JOVI Docuseries 'Thank You, Goodnight'

The first trailer for Hulu's "Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story", the first-ever docuseries on the band's history with full cooperation from all past and present members of BON JOVI, can be seen below. The docuseries is a ROS production, the banner of filmmaker Gotham Chopra, and celebrates t...

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AC/DC: New Touring Bassist Revealed?

AC/DC is rumored to have recruited bassist Chris Chaney to play bass on the legendary hard rock band's upcoming world tour. Chris is best known as the bassist of JANE'S ADDICTION and as a member of Alanis Morissette's touring and recording band. Chaney was also a member of TAYLOR HAWKINS AND THE COA...

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JON BON JOVI Addresses His Recent Vocal Issues: 'If I Can't Be Great, I'm Out'

BON JOVI frontman Jon Bon Jovi addressed his recent vocal issues during a question-and-answer session at this week's Pollstar Live! conference, where he received the "Milestone" award for his band's 40th anniversary. The 62-year-old rocker, who has never been known as a particularly technical singer...

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STEPHEN PEARCY Is 'Pretty Much Done Reaching Out' To Members Of Classic RATT Lineup About Reunion

In a recent interview with This Day In Metal, RATT frontman Stephen Pearcy spoke about his plans for the coming months. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I've reached out, and I'm pretty much done reaching out, to get the guys [from the classic RATT lineup] together, whether we bring in...

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AC/DC Is Expected To Make Tour Announcement On Monday

AC/DC's official web site has launched a countdown clock that is scheduled to hit zero on Monday, February 12 at 3:00 a.m. EST / 12:00 a.m. PST. While there are no hints whatsoever on what fans can expect when the countdown ends, it is widely believed that it will coincide with an announcement of th...

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DIAMOND HEAD's BRIAN TATLER Reflects On Opening For AC/DC At BON SCOTT's Last-Ever Concerts

In a new interview with The Logan Show, DIAMOND HEAD guitarist Brian Tatler reflected on his band's gigs as the support act for AC/DC more than 44 years ago, which turned out to be singer Bon Scott's final shows with the latter act before his tragic death. Speaking about the two concerts — which too...

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SAMMY HAGAR On DAVID LEE ROTH's Disparaging Comments About WOLFGANG VAN HALEN: 'Do I Sense A Little Tinge Of Jealousy In There?'

Sammy Hagar has weighed in on the disparaging comments that David Lee Roth has made about Wolfgang Van Halen. While speaking with People on Saturday ahead of MusiCares' "Person Of The Year" ceremony and concert held in honor of Jon Bon Jovi at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Hagar said: "Look, if...

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AC/DC Appears To Be Teasing Announcement Of First Tour Dates In Eight Years

AC/DC appears to be teasing an announcement of the band's first tour dates in eight years. Last night, AC/DC's official social media channels were updated with a mysterious trailer showing the lightning bolt from the band's iconic logo flickering before the words "ARE YOU READY" appear on the screen...

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Why RICHIE SAMBORA Didn't Attend JON BON JOVI's MusiCares 'Person Of The Year' Ceremony

According to People.com, Richie Sambora missed Jon Bon Jovi's 2024 MusiCares Person Of The Year ceremony on Friday (February 2) in order to take care of his ailing mother. A source told the magazine that the 64-year-old former BON JOVI guitarist has been caring for his 89-year-old mom in New Jersey...

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Watch: MAMMOTH WVH Covers BON JOVI's 'Have A Nice Day' At MusiCares Gala Honoring JON BON JOVI

MAMMOTH WVH, the brainchild of former VAN HALEN bassist Wolfgang Van Halen, performed a cover version of BON JOVI's "Have A Nice Day" at MusiCares Person Of The Year benefit gala honoring Grammy Award winner, 11-time nominee and founding BON JOVI member Jon Bon Jovi on Friday (February 2),two days...