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JEFF PILSON On FOREIGNER's Current Tour: LOU GRAMM 'Has Been So Wonderful And Supportive To This Whole Thing'

In a new interview with the Creativity Talkin podcast, longtime FOREIGNER bassist and musical director Jeff Pilson spoke about the band's recent singer change, from Kelly Hansen to Luis Maldonado. Luis joined FOREIGNER as a guitarist and backing vocalist in 2021, but did not take over on lead vocals...

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M. SHAWN CRAHAN On Songwriting Process For SLIPKNOT's Next Album: 'Everyone Is Looking Forward To Getting Back At It'

In a new interview with NME, SLIPKNOT co-founder and percussionist M. Shawn Crahan (a.k.a. Clown) said that he is not currently working on material for the follow-up to the band's 2022 album "The End, So Far" and, despite reports, nor are any of the other members of SLIPKNOT. "We're doing the bigges...

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MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE: 'I'm Not A Right-Winger'

MEGADETH leader Dave Mustaine has clarified his political stance, stressing that he does not identify as a "right-winger". In a new interview with The New York Times, the 64-year-old guitarist/vocalist said. "I'm a Christian, and I answer to a different set of angels. I obey the law, but no, I'm not...

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JEFF PILSON On DOKKEN's 2016 Reunion: 'We Weren't Very Good' Musically, 'But At Least We Got Along'

In a new interview with J.J. Caithcart of Different Stages Radio, former DOKKEN bassist Jeff Pilson reflected on the fall 2016 reunion of the band's classic lineup for a short Japanese tour. The trek marked the first time in 21 years the four musicians — Pilson, singer Don Dokken, guitarist George L...

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Legendary 1970s Rock Band ANGEL To Embark On 'Farewell' Tour In 2026-2027

Singer Frank DiMino and guitarist Punky Meadows from the legendary '70s rock band ANGEL will embark on ANGEL's farewell tour this summer. The trek, which is expected to run through 2027, will include a stop at the Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood, California on August 7. Less than a year ago, DiMino...

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STAIND's AARON LEWIS Announces '2026 American Tour'

Multi-platinum selling country artist and STAIND frontman Aaron Lewis will launche the first leg of his "2026 American Tour" next week. This year's tour will again feature his backing band THE STATELINERS. The extensive nationwide run will take Lewis coast to coast, delivering his signature blend of...

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FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH Announces Massive 2026 North American Leg Of 20th-Anniversary Tour

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH has announced the first leg of its 2026-2027 world tour. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 48-city trek will kick off on Monday, July 20 at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, New Jersey and wraps up on Friday, October 23 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia. Platinum-...

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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Guitarist ADAM DUTKIEWICZ And Ex-Singer HOWARD JONES Are Still Talking To Record Labels About BURN ETERNAL Project

In a recent interview with Ore Bihovsky of TotalRock's "Louder" radio show, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz spoke about the status of the long-awaited debut album from BURN ETERNAL, his collaborative project with former KILLSWITCH ENGAGE singer Howard Jones. He said (as transcribed by BL...

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PUSCIFER Unveils Comic Book Series 'Tales From The Pusciverse'

PUSCIFER, the multi-dimensional band featuring Maynard James Keenan, Mat Mitchell and Carina Round, has expanded its universe with the launch of the band's first comic book series, "Tales From The Pusciverse". Issue No. 1 centers on Bellendia Black, a character first seen in the band's "Pendulum" vi...

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PUSCIFER Releases Visualizer For 'ImpetuoUs' From Upcoming 'Normal Isn't' Album

Kicking off the new year, PUSCIFER, the multi-dimensional band featuring Maynard James Keenan, Mat Mitchell and Carina Round, has released "ImpetuoUs", the third and final preview of the band's highly anticipated album, "Normal Isn't", due on February 6 via Puscifer Entertainment/Alchemy Recordings/...

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DANKO JONES Wants To Be The Band That Accompanies A Good Time

By David E. Gehlke The Canadian power trio DANKO JONES has long relied upon the core fundamentals of undeniably catchy songwriting and vigorous roadwork to help them lay claim to being one of rock's most consistently reliable units. It's practically a point of pride for the band's singer/guitarist n...

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MARK TREMONTI Recalls Working As A Local Crew Member At OZZY OSBOURNE's Arena Show In Clemson, South Carolina

In a new interview with Neil Jones of TotalRock, ALTER BRIDGE and CREED guitarist Mark Tremonti was asked if he had an Ozzy Osbourne story to share with the listeners. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I did local crew for Ozzy back when I was in college. Yeah, back in — it was 199...

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GIL MOORE On TRIUMPH's 2026 Tour: RIK EMMETT And I 'Will Be Playing All The Way Through Every Show'

In a new interview with Jimmy Kay and Alan Dixon of The Metal Voice, drummer/vocalist Gil Moore of legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH spoke about the band's decision to reunite for TRIUMPH's first tour in more than 30 years. The North American run of shows will celebrate the band's 50th anniversary,...

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OPETH's MIKAEL ÅKERFELDT: 'It's Become Less Important To Be Labeled Progressive Because I Don't Know What It Means Anymore'

In a new interview with Japan's Prog Project, OPETH guitarist/vocalist Mikael Åkerfeldt was asked if it is a "challenge" for him "to stay progressive or to keep evolving" when he is writing music for his band. Mikael responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Yeah, good question. I'm not sure...

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CHRIS ROBERTSON On BLACK STONE CHERRY's Decision To Release A New EP Instead Of Full-Length Album: 'We Just Wanted To Try Something Different'

In a recent interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, singer/guitarist Chris Robertson of Kentucky rockers BLACK STONE CHERRY spoke about the band's upcoming EP, "Celebrate", which will be released digitally on March 6, 2026 via Mascot Records. The effort consists of six original trac...