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KIRK WINDSTEIN On Upcoming DOWN Album: 'People Are Not Gonna Believe How Well PHIL ANSELMO Sings On This'

In a new interview with Poland's Mystic Festival, DOWN guitarist Kirk Windstein and drummer Jimmy Bower spoke about the band's long-awaited new album. Kirk and Jimmy are joined in the long-running heavy metal supergroup by vocalist Philip H. Anselmo, guitarist Pepper Keenan and bassist Pat Bruders....

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GUNS N' ROSES Partners With Fandiem For Fundraising Campaign Supporting American Foundation For Suicide Prevention

GUNS N' ROSES has partnered with Fandiem to launch a national fundraising campaign in support of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP),giving fans the chance to win an unforgettable VIP experience at the band's Rose Bowl show in Pasadena, California on Saturday, September 5, 2026. T...

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POISON's RIKKI ROCKETT: 'Today Marks Exactly 10 Years Cancer Free'

POISON drummer Rikki Rockett says that he is still cancer free, ten years after he was diagnosed with oral cancer. Rockett offered an update on his health via his social media on Monday (July 13). He shared several photos of him taken during his cancer treatment, and he included the following messag...

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BLAZE BAYLEY 'Would Love To' Attend IRON MAIDEN's ROCK HALL Induction Ceremony

In a new interview with Paul Christine of the Hard Rock History Show, former IRON MAIDEN singer Blaze Bayley spoke about being on the list of members of the legendary British heavy metal band who will be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame's Class Of 2026. Blaze, who sang for IRON MAIDEN fo...

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MASTODON Announces 'Marrow Deep' Album, Shares 'Snakes For Dinner' Single Featuring JOSH HOMME

Atlanta progressive metallers MASTODON will release their long-awaited new album, "Marrow Deep", on August 28 via Loma Vista Recordings. The news is paired with the release of blistering new single "Snakes For Dinner" featuring a guest vocal appearance by QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE frontman Josh Homme,...

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New DAVID LEE ROTH Bassist SEAN MCNABB: 'My Boss Is Awesome'

In a new interview with Mike Gaube and Shaggy of the 94.9 and 104.5 The Pick radio station in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Sean McNabb discussed his latest gig as the bassist in David Lee Roth's solo band. Regarding what it's like to share the stage with the legendary VAN HALEN frontman, Sean said (as transc...

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Watch: JASON NEWSTED Joins BLACKBERRY SMOKE For Cover Of THIN LIZZY's 'Jailbreak' In Wilmington

Former METALLICA bassist Jason Newsted joined the iconic Atlanta country rock outfit BLACKBERRY SMOKE on stage on Thursday, July 9 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater in Wilmington, North Carolina to perform a cover of the THIN LIZZY classic "Jailbreak". Fan-filmed video of his appearance can be seen be...

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JOHN CORABI Isn't Sure He Is Still Employed By THE DEAD DAISIES: 'I Don't Know What Is Going On With That Band Right Now'

In a new interview with Thomas S. Orwat, Jr. of the Rock Interview Series, former MÖTLEY CRÜE frontman John Corabi, who released his latest solo album, "New Day", in April via Frontiers Music Srl, was asked if there are still plans for him to do more recording and touring with THE DEAD DAISIES. He r...

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METALLICA's 'ReLoad' Returns To BILLBOARD Charts After Remastered Reissue

According to Billboard, METALLICA's quadruple-platinum seventh studio album, "ReLoad", has landed on several charts since being re-released on June 26 via the band's own Blackened Recordings. "ReLoad" Billboard album chart positions: * Top Hard Rock Albums, No. 1 (debut) * Top Rock Albums, No. 3 (de...

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JEFF YOUNG On Possibility Of Playing With MEGADETH Again During Band's 'Farewell' Tour: 'I Don't Even Know If I'd Wanna Do It If It Was Offered To Me'

In a new interview with Chris Akin of The Classic Metal Show, ex-MEGADETH guitarist Jeff Young was asked if he thinks all former members of the band, including his ex-MEGADETH and current KINGS OF THRASH bandmate David Ellefson, should be invited to play with MEGADETH again during the Dave Mustaine-...

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THE DEAD DAISIES Announce Second Reunion Concert With GLENN HUGHES

On May 30, 2026 at the legendary Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, Illinois, THE DEAD DAISIES returned for a special night of rock featuring Glenn Hughes on vocals and bass. Glenn joined guitarist Doug Aldrich, drummer Tommy Clufetos and guitarist David Lowy for this rare performance — under THE PURPLE...

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Ex-WHITESNAKE Guitarist ADRIAN VANDENBERG Reflects On Recording 'Here I Go Again' Solo

Legendary Dutch guitarist and songwriter Adrian Vandenberg recently joined Mark Strigl on SiriusXM's Ozzy's Boneyard (Channel 38) for an in-depth conversation on Mark's live-from-New York City show, the home of hard and heavy classic rock. The wide-ranging interview covered Vandenberg's career from...

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ANTHRAX Shares Music Video For 'The Edge Of Perfection' Single From Upcoming 'Cursum Perficio' Album

ANTHRAX will release its long-awaited twelfth full-length studio album, "Cursum Perficio", on September 18 via Megaforce in the U.S. and Nuclear Blast in Europe. It marks the band's first record in ten years since 2016's "For All Kings", which debuted in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200. The phrase "...

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IRON MAIDEN Wouldn't Attend ROCK HALL Induction Even If The Band Wasn't On Tour: 'I Don't Do Those Sort Of Things', Says STEVE HARRIS

In a new interview with U.K.'s Metal Hammer magazine, IRON MAIDEN bassist Steve Harris and singer Bruce Dickinson spoke about the legendary British heavy metal band's upcoming induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame's Class Of 2026. Steve and Bruce will be inducted into the Hall Of Fame alongs...

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BRUCE DICKINSON Named 'Best Live Speaker' At 2026 'The Speaker Awards'

IRON MAIDEN frontman Bruce Dickinson was honored with the "Best Live Speaker" award at this year's The Speaker Awards, which took place on July 3 in London, United Kingdom. Dickinson commented on his award: "Honestly, for once I'm lost for words. No, I'm not really. But seriously, I've spent many ye...