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New SNOT Singer ANDY KNAPP On Stepping In For Late Frontman LYNN STRAIT: 'I Still Don't Have The Right Words To Express What It Means To Me'

In an interview with Brian Lacy of Audioeclectica.com, new SNOT singer Andy Knapp spoke about his addition to the reactivated Santa Barbara-based metal/punk rock hybrid, more than 25 years after the death of the band's original frontman Lynn Strait. SNOT's first gig with Knapp took place on January...

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The Downward Spiral Redux / Best Of Nine Inch Nails Redux

Light years ahead of its time and still remarkable more than 30 years after its release, NINE INCH NAILS' second album is one of those records that has a palpable aura of invincibility. The latest in a series of magnificent "redux" albums that those excellent folk at Magnetic Eye Records have been c...

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QUICKSAND: 30th-Anniversary Deluxe Edition Of 'Manic Compression' To Be Released In January 2026

As part of its ongoing series of definitive reissues, Iodine Recordings will release the 30th-anniversary deluxe edition of QUICKSAND's "Manic Compression" — a landmark of post-hardcore innovation and one of the defining albums of the 1990s — on January 30, 2026. More than just a reissue, this editi...

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AVANTASIA's TOBIAS SAMMET Doesn't 'Get' Bands Who Are 'Wearing Masks' These Days: 'It Looks Almost Like A Masquerade'

In a new interview with Brazil's 92.5 Kiss FM, AVANTASIA frontman Tobias Sammet was asked how much he thinks the "cinematic and artistic production of a show influences the audience experience". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I grew up with bands like KISS and QUEEN, and also th...

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HELMET's PAGE HAMILTON On His Upcoming Debut Solo Album: 'It's Not Accessible' And 'There Are No Punk Rock Singalongs'

In a new interview with Q101's Lauren O'Neil, HELMET frontman Page Hamilton was asked if there are any plans for him to release new music as a follow-up to the band's ninth studio album, "Left", which came out in November 2023 via earMUSIC. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well...

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Celebrate 40 Years Of GWAR With 'Live From The Hellmouth' Streaming Exclusively On VEEPS

This year marks the 40th anniversary of your alien overlords in GWAR, pioneers of shock rock who have redefined live performance with their over-the-top theatrics, grotesque costumes, and unapologetic depravity. What better way to celebrate four decades of intergalactic filth, fury, and fluid than b...

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GWAR Announces Fall 2025 'The Return Of Gor Gor Tour' With HELMET, THE DWARVES And BLOOD VULTURE

Legendary shock rockers GWAR have announced "The Return of Gor Gor Tour", a devastating North American headline campaign kicking off October 18 in Salt Lake City with support from HELMET, THE DWARVES and BLOOD VULTURE. The trek celebrates GWAR's 40th anniversary and the return of their long-lost cra...

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KING'S X's DOUG 'DUG' PINNICK: 'I Think That We Kind Of Influenced A Lot Of Bands'

In a new interview with John J. Thompson of the True Tunes podcast, KING'S X frontman Doug "Dug" Pinnick spoke about his band's supposed influence on such early 1990s grunge acts as PEARL JAM, SOUNDGARDEN and ALICE IN CHAINS. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "When our first record came...

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ORANGE9MM Releases First New Song In 26 Years, 'Turn It Up'

Fresh off supporting REFUSED and QUICKSAND in New York City as part of "The Refused Are Fucking Dead" farewell tour, ORANGE9MM has released its first new music since the 1990s. The latest single, "Turn It Up", which can be heard below, solidifies the new lineup, furthering 9MM's legacy as a band fu...

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ORANGE9MM To Release First New Song In 26 Years, 'Turn It Up', Next Week

Fresh off supporting REFUSED and QUICKSAND in New York City as part of "The Refused Are Fucking Dead" farewell tour, ORANGE9MM is back and delivering music to make you move. The band is poised to release its first new music since the 1990s. Due on Wednesday, June 11, the latest single, "Turn It Up...

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THE WHO Announces Support Acts For 'The Song Is Over' North American Farewell Tour, Adds Second Chicago Show

Rock And Roll Hall Of Famers THE WHO have confirmed a powerful lineup of special guests set to join them on their final North American run, "The Song Is Over Tour". Artists including BILLY BOB THORNTON AND THE BOXMASTERS, Billy Idol, Booker T. Jones, CANDLEBOX, FEIST, Joe Bonamassa, THE JOE PERRY PR...

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STYX's TODD SUCHERMAN Takes You Behind The Scenes Of Creation Of His Art Collection, 'Realities Of Rhythm And Time'

In the video below, join legendary STYX drummer Todd Sucherman as he takes you inside the creation of "Realities Of Rhythm And Time", his captivating new art collection created in collaboration with Los Angeles-based art collective SceneFour. Blending music and visual artistry, Sucherman channels hi...

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THE WHO Announces 'The Song Is Over' North American Farewell Tour

Legendary rockers THE WHO have announced their bittersweet final tour of the U.S. and Canada as a truly grand finale of their illustrious six-decade career. Full tour routing and ticketing information is available below. The legendary duo of Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend are revealing the news li...

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STYX Drummer TODD SUCHERMAN Unveils Debut Art Collection, 'Realities Of Rhythm And Time'

Legendary STYX drummer Todd Sucherman enters the visual art world with "Realities Of Rhythm And Time", a captivating new collection created in collaboration with Los Angeles-based art collective SceneFour. Blending music and visual artistry, Sucherman channels his masterful drumming into a gateway t...

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SABATON Releases Cinematic Video For New Single 'Templars'

Swedish metallers SABATON have unveiled their new single and video, "Templars". The track will appear on the band's soon-to-be-announced eleventh studio album, to be released later in the year via SABATON's new label home, Better Noise Music. Along with the digital release of "Templars", SABATON is...