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FIREWIND Announces Spring 2024 U.S. Tour

FIREWIND will embark on a U.S. tour in April 2024. Support on the trek will come from EDGE OF PARADISE and IMMORTAL GUARDIAN. FIREWIND guitarist Gus G. states: "We're proud and excited to bring our new album 'Stand United' world tour to America! "In 2022 we made our comeback tour after a nine-year a...

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THE GEMS Feat. Former THUNDERMOTHER Members: 'P.S.Y.C.H.O.' Single Out Now

THE GEMS, the new Swedish rock band featuring former THUNDERMOTHER members Guernica Mancini (vocals),Emlee Johansson (drums) and Mona Lindgren (bass),will release its debut album, "Phoenix", on January 26, 2024 via Napalm Records. The official music video for the trio's third single, "P.S.Y.C.H.O....

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MIKE MANGINI On MIKE PORTNOY's Return To DREAM THEATER: 'I Think People Are Where They Need To Be'

During an appearance on yesterday's (Wednesday, November 1) episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", Mike Mangini spoke about his departure from DREAM THEATER and the return of the band's original drummer Mike Portnoy. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "All I know i...

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MIKE MANGINI On DREAM THEATER's Reunion With MIKE PORTNOY: 'A Decision Was Made That I Understood'

In a brand new interview with The Mistress Carrie Podcast, Mike Mangini spoke about his departure from DREAM THEATER and the return of the band's original drummer Mike Portnoy. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "A decision was made that I understood. That's all it is. 'Cause when...

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Former DREAM THEATER Drummer MIKE MANGINI Announces Release Date, Track Listing For Debut Solo Album

Former DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini has announced the official release date for his debut solo album, "Invisible Signs". Accompanying Mangini on the LP are Tony Dickinson on bass, Ivan Keller on guitar, Gus G. (FIREWIND, OZZY OSBOURNE) on lead guitar and former EVANESCENCE guitarist Jen Majura...

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DREAM THEATER's MIKE MANGINI Shares 'Not Drowning', Second Single From Upcoming Debut Solo Album

DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini has released "Not Drowning", the second single from his upcoming debut solo album, "Invisible Signs", which is set to arrive in November. Accompanying Mangini on the LP are Tony Dickinson on bass, Ivan Keller on guitar, Gus G. (FIREWIND, OZZY OSBOURNE) on lead guit...

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DREAM THEATER's MIKE MANGINI Explains How He Chose Musicians For His Debut Solo Album, 'Invisible Signs'

DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini spoke to "The Everyman Podcast" about upcoming debut solo album, "Invisible Signs", which is set to arrive in November. Accompanying Mangini on the LP are Tony Dickinson on bass, Ivan Keller on guitar, Gus G. (FIREWIND, OZZY OSBOURNE) on lead guitar and former EVAN...

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Ex-IRON MAIDEN Singer PAUL DI'ANNO: 'I Suffer From Really Severe PTSD'

In a new interview with Canada's The Metal Voice, Paul Di'Anno was asked about the status of the much-anticipated documentary about the former IRON MAIDEN singer which is being helmed by Wes Orshoski, co-director and producer of the acclaimed 2010 film "Lemmy" about the MOTÖRHEAD icon. He said (as t...

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FIREWIND Announces New Album 'Stand United', Shares 'Salvation Day' Single

FIREWIND will release a new studio album, "Stand United", on March 1, 2024 via AFM. "Stand United" will be available as CD, LP vinyl, digital formats and highly collectable bundles, including an autographed card, a FIREWIND cat patch plus a ticket for the band's upcoming European tour with MASTERPLA...

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Watch PAUL DI'ANNO Perform IRON MAIDEN Classics In Nottingham

Former IRON MAIDEN singer Paul Di'Anno performed on October 10 at Rock City in Nottingham, United Kingdom as the support act for KK'S PRIEST. Fan-filmed video of the concert can be seen below. Joining Di'Anno in his backing band on the U.K. tour George "Gt" Stergiou on guitar, Adam Breyer on guitar,...

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DREAM THEATER's MIKE MANGINI Releases First Solo Single 'Freak Of Nature'

DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini has just released a new solo single, "Freak Of Nature". The track will appear on Mangini's upcoming debut solo album, "Invisible Signs", which is set to arrive in November. Accompanying Mangini on "Freak Of Nature", which features words and music by Mike, were Tony...

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THE GEMS Feat. Former THUNDERMOTHER Members: Debut Album, 'Phoenix', Due In January

THE GEMS, the new Swedish rock band featuring former THUNDERMOTHER members Guernica Mancini (vocals),Emlee Johansson (drums) and Mona Lindgren (bass),will release its debut album, "Phoenix", on January 26, 2024 via Napalm Records. The official music video for the trio's second single, "Send Me To...

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SHAWN DROVER Says DAVE MUSTAINE Is 'Almost Military Style With His Execution' When It Comes To MEGADETH

In a new interview with Metal Mayhem ROC, Shawn Drover, who spent a decade as the drummer of MEGADETH, reflected on his experience playing in the Dave Mustaine-fronted outfit. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, yeah, what can I say? It was a great experience overall. I have nothing...

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DREAM THEATER's MIKE MANGINI Reveals Lyrical Inspiration For 'Freak Of Nature' Solo Single

DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini will release a new solo single, "Freak Of Nature", this coming Friday, October 6. The track will appear on Mangini's upcoming debut solo album which is set to arrive in late 2023 or early 2024. In a newly released video message, Mangini spoke about the lyrical...

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FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's ANDY JAMES Unveils Signature Guitar In Collaboration With B.C. RICH

B.C. Rich has just released a signature guitar from FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH's Andy James. The guitar is based on the highly successful B.C. Rich Assassin model but features a Pitchfork headstock, a low-profile C-shaped satin neck optimized for speed, and heel-less neck-through construction. It is av...