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AVATAR's JOHANNES ECKERSTRÖM Says Touring Life Has 'Changed A Lot' In Last 15 Years: It 'Was Much Wilder'

In a new interview with GRIMM Gent, vocalist Johannes Eckerström of Swedish metallers AVATAR was asked how his relationship with touring has changed compared to 10 or 15 years ago. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, it has changed a lot. 15 years ago was much wilder than now....

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MARK KENDALL Says GREAT WHITE Was 'Fully Supportive' Of BRETT CARLISLE's Decision To Audition For 'American Idol'

In a new interview with the Thunder Underground podcast, GREAT WHITE guitarist Mark Kendall spoke about GREAT WHITE singer Brett Carlisle's audition for "American Idol" on the episode broadcast February 9. Carlisle, who joined GREAT WHITE in late 2022, sang GREAT WHITE's classic ballad "House Of Bro...

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ACCEPT Announces 50th-Anniversary Fall 2026 European Tour

German/American heavy metal pioneers ACCEPT will celebrate their 50th anniversary with an extensive European tour in late 2026, marking a major milestone in the band's extraordinary five-decade career at the forefront of heavy metal. The newly announced dates form part of ACCEPT's 50th-anniversary t...

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PRIMAL FEAR Shares 'One', Previously Unreleased Song From 'Domination' Sessions

While the world remains being a restless place, metal commando PRIMAL FEAR is among the most reliable constants in these insecure times. Supporting their 2025 success album "Domination" on stages worldwide with a second European leg kicking off in London, U.K. on March 11, the band warms up its engi...

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Ex-DROWNING POOL Singer JASEN MORENO Launches DEATH STAR PAPARAZZI With New Single 'The Antique Nerve'

"The Antique Nerve", a new single from DEATH STAR PAPARAZZI, the band featuring former DROWNING POOL singer Jasen Moreno on vocals and bass, alongside Adam Nañez on guitar and Ian Zeuss on drums, can be streamed below. DEATH STAR PAPARAZZI was born out of pure musical brotherhood — a bond forged by...

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BON SCOTT Estate Announces Robust Event And Merchandising Plan To Celebrate AC/DC Legend's 80th Birthday

Bon Scott (1946-1980),the legendary singer and lyricist for AC/DC, FRATERNITY and THE VALENTINES, remains one of the great frontmen in rock and roll history. His indelible shriek and poetic turns of phrase, along with his playful grin and attitude are synonymous with the lifestyle he led until his...

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ROB HALFORD Talks 'The Ballad Of Judas Priest' Documentary And His Lyrical Inspiration: 'As I've Gotten Older, I've Gotten Angrier With The World'

"The Ballad Of Judas Priest", a new documentary about legendary Grammy-winning English heavy metal band JUDAS PRIEST and their epic journey to the top of rock and roll, is receiving its world premiere at the 76th Berlinale - Berlin International Film Festival, which is taking place February 12-22. C...

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See First Preview Clip From Official JUDAS PRIEST Documentary 'The Ballad Of Judas Priest'

"The Ballad Of Judas Priest", a new documentary about legendary Grammy-winning English heavy metal band JUDAS PRIEST and their epic journey to the top of rock and roll, will receive its world premiere at the 76th Berlinale - Berlin International Film Festival, set to take place February 12-22. The f...

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GREAT WHITE's BRETT CARLISLE Auditions For 'American Idol', Advances To Hollywood Week

GREAT WHITE singer Brett Carlisle auditioned for "American Idol" on the episode broadcast Monday night, February 9. Carlisle, who joined GREAT WHITE in late 2022, sang GREAT WHITE's classic ballad "House Of Broken Love", backed by his bandmates Mark Kendall on guitar and Michael Lardie on piano. The...

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ANTHRAX's Long-Awaited New Studio Album Is Tentatively Due In May 2026, Says FRANK BELLO

ANTHRAX's long-awaited new studio album is tentatively due in May in North America via Megaforce and in Europe through Nuclear Blast. The mixing sessions, as well as some of the recording sessions, for the LP took place at Dave Grohl's Studio 606 in Northridge, California. ANTHRAX once again worked...

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PUSCIFER Shares 'Bad Wolf' Music Video

PUSCIFER's new album, "Normal Isn't", is out now via Puscifer Entertainment/Alchemy Recordings/BMG. The collection marks PUSCIFER's first new album in five years and finds the trio of Maynard James Keenan, Mat Mitchell and Carina Round embracing the post-punk influences that shaped their early music...

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TOM MORELLO On YUNGBLUD's Version Of 'Changes' At 'Back To The Beginning': '48 Hours Before' The Concert, 'He Wasn't Gonna Be The Singer Of That Song'

In a new interview with Shan Man of the 98KUPDradio station, RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello reflected on his role as the "curator" for BLACK SABBATH's all-star "Back To The Beginning" farewell show, which also marked Ozzy Osbourne's final performance. Asked when he realized the event...

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Watch: GENE SIMMONS, JOSH HOMME, CHAD SMITH Perform At DEAN DELRAY's 2026 Tribute To BON SCOTT Era Of AC/DC

February 3, 2026 marked comedian Dean Delray's 60th birthday and the final edition of his legendary Bon Scott / AC/DC tribute show. Billed as a very special, one-night-only event, the evening blended stand-up comedy and a live tribute to Scott, celebrating the iconic AC/DC frontman at the Avalon The...

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Watch: ANTHRAX Plays 70000 TONS OF METAL Cruise Without Bassist FRANK BELLO; JOEY VERA Fills In For Second Show

ANTHRAX played the second of two shows on this year's 70000 Tons Of Metal cruise without bassist Frank Bello, who left the ship early in order to attend the 2026 Grammy Awards. Filling in for Bello for the January 31 concert on the 70000 Tons Of Metal pool deck stage was ARMORED SAINT's Joey Vera, w...

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QUEENSRŸCHE's MICHAEL WILTON: 'We're Pushing The Envelope' On Upcoming Album

In a new interview with Mark Strigl, QUEENSRŸCHE guitarist Michael Wilton spoke about the progress of the songwriting sessions for the band's upcoming follow-up to 2022's "Digital Noise Alliance" album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We're working on the new QUEENSRŸCHE, writing with...