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RIKKI ROCKETT On POISON's Possible Return To Live Stage: 'We Have Been Made An Offer For 2027'
In a new interview with Josh Klinger of the Rock 95.5 Chicago radio station, POISON drummer Rikki Rockett once again expressed optimism that the band will hit the road in 2027 to commemorate the 41st anniversary of the band's debut album, 1986's "Look What the Cat Dragged In". Regarding why the tour...May 20, 2026
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LEFT TO DIE, Featuring Former DEATH Members RICK ROZZ And TERRY BUTLER, Announces 'Initium Mortis' Album
LEFT TO DIE will release its debut full-length album, "Initium Mortis", on July 17 via Relapse Records. LEFT TO DIE is the band featuring classic DEATH members Terry Butler (also formerly of MASSACRE and currently in OBITUARY) and Frederick "Rick Rozz" DeLillo (ex-MASSACRE) paired with GRUESOME foun...May 20, 2026
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NIGHT RANGER Announces 'Best Of' Album Featuring Newly Remixed And Remastered Versions Of Classic Hits
Hard rock veterans NIGHT RANGER have announced a new "Best Of" album, set for release on August 28 via Frontiers Music Srl. The album features newly remixed and remastered versions of classic hits spanning NIGHT RANGER's illustrious career, alongside some standout tracks from the band's more recent...May 20, 2026
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GEOFF TATE Releases Official Performance Video For 'The Answer' From 'Operation: Mindcrime III' Album
Ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate has released an official performance video for "The Answer", a song from his just-released third chapter in the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album series, "Operation: Mindcrime III". The clip was filmed on May 16 at The Rose Music Center At The Heights in Hu...May 20, 2026
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JOE LYNN TURNER Says Ditching The Wig At Age 70 Was A 'Liberating' Experience: 'It Opened Me Up Completely'
Joe Lynn Turner says that it was "liberating" for him to drop the hairpiece he had worn since the age of 14 after being diagnosed with alopecia at three years old. The former RAINBOW and DEEP PURPLE singer, who will celebrate his 75th birthday in August, went public with his new look in August 2022...May 19, 2026
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BEARTOOTH Announces Fall 2026 U.S. Leg Of 'Pure Ecstasy' Tour
Fresh off announcing the band's new album "Pure Ecstasy", BEARTOOTH now return with details of a major North American headline tour. The band has announced the 2026 U.S. leg of its "Pure Ecstasy" world tour with special guests DON BROCO, MAGNOLIA PARK and WINDWAKER joining on all dates. Promoted by...May 19, 2026
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GUS G May Be One Of The Last True Guitar Heroes Standing
By David E. Gehlke Greek guitar virtuoso Gus G (real name: Konstantinos Karamitroudis) started releasing albums at the turn of the century, a veritable lifetime in the music industry where turnover is regular, and longevity is a hard-fought commodity. Gus found several ways to break in, whether via...May 19, 2026
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DINO CAZARES On Upcoming FEAR FACTORY Album: 'It's New, It's Brutal, It's Heavy, It's Melodic'
In a new interview with Duane James of Australia's Wall Of Sound, FEAR FACTORY guitarist Dino Cazares spoke about the band's upcoming studio album, which is tentatively due in late 2026 or early 2027 via Nuclear Blast. The LP will mark FEAR FACTORY's first release with the band's latest additions, s...May 18, 2026
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EVANESCENCE Shares Behind-The-Scenes Footage From Making Of 'Who Will You Follow' Music Video
EVANESCENCE has released behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the official music video for its powerful new song "Who Will You Follow". Check it out below. Directed by Jensen Noen, the cinematic visual pairs thought-provoking imagery with an emotionally charged performance to explore the ove...May 18, 2026
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JOHN 5 Shoots Down Rumor MÖTLEY CRÜE Members Play Along To Backing Tracks Live: 'Everybody Plays Everything' And 'We Work Hard At It'
In a new interview with the Thinking About Guitar podcast, MÖTLEY CRÜE guitarist John 5, who has been in the band for more than three years, addressed one of the most debated topics in MÖTLEY CRÜE's live shows, namely the group's use of backing tracks. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "...May 18, 2026
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THE SMASHING PUMPKINS Announce Fall 2026 'The Rats In A Cage Tour'
THE SMASHING PUMPKINS have announced "The Rats In A Cage Tour", one of their most ambitious live shows yet. Kicking off in September and running through November 2026, "The Rats In A Cage Tour" will feature the band playing two distinct sets: one celebrating the seminal 1995 RIAA-diamond-certified "...May 18, 2026
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CHRIS HOLMES Once Again Rules Out Return To W.A.S.P.: 'I'd Be An Idiot To Go Back'
In a new interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of the Rock Interview Series, former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes was asked if he would ever consider rejoining the band if W.A.S.P. leader Blackie Lawless asked him to. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No. No. Do you know what happe...May 16, 2026
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Watch: SKILLET Performs Upcoming Single 'Scream' Live For First Time In Bulgaria
Christian hard rockers SKILLET performed a new song called "Scream" during their headlining concert on Thursday (May 14) at Arena 8888 in Sofia, Bulgaria. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below. Prior to launching into the track, SKILLET vocalist/bassist John Cooper told the crowd (as...May 16, 2026
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BLIND GUARDIAN Hopes To Complete Pre-Production For New Album In Late 2026, Begin Recording In Early 2027
BLIND GUARDIAN frontman Hansi Kürsch has released a new video message in which he offered an update on the progress of the songwriting sessions for the German power metal band's follow-up to 2022's "The God Machine" album. Kürsch said in the video, which can be seen below (as transcribed by BLABBERM...May 15, 2026
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OCEAN SLEEPER Signs New Global Recording Deal With RISE RECORDS/BMG
Australian metalcore band OCEAN SLEEPER has signed a new global recording deal with Rise Records/BMG, marking an exciting new chapter in the band's already impressive trajectory. With their new single "Break The Cycle" out now, OCEAN SLEEPER is poised to take its sound to new heights, building on it...May 15, 2026














