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FRANK FERRER On His Exit From GUNS N' ROSES: 'I Will Have Immense Gratitude And Love For The Band'

Former GUNS N' ROSES drummer Frank Ferrer has commented on his exit from the band. On Thursday (March 20),Frank took to his Instagram to share the following statement: "The outpouring of love I have felt from the incredible fans of GUNS N' ROSES and my peers over the past 24 hours has been tremendo...

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Watch: GEOFF TATE Kicks Off U.S. Leg Of 'Operation: Mindcrime - The Final Chapter' Tour In Tucson

Ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate kicked off the U.S. leg of the "Operation: Mindcrime - The Final Chapter" tour this past Tuesday night (March 18) at the Rialto Theatre in Tucson, Arizona. The trek sees the 66-year-old vocalist performing the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album in its entire...

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GUNS N' ROSES Announces New Drummer ISAAC CARPENTER

GUNS N' ROSES has announced the arrival of Isaac Carpenter, its newest drummer who will hit the road with the band throughout their 2025 European, Asian, and Middle East tour, headlining stadiums and festivals throughout the spring and summer. Carpenter, born in Washington's Tri-Cities, is an accomp...

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Ex-W.A.S.P. Guitarist CHRIS HOLMES Says 'The Decline Of Western Civilization' Movie Could Have Been 'Way Better'

Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes is perhaps best known for the infamous scene in the 1988 movie "The Decline Of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years" in which he was interviewed while floating in a swimming pool, fully clothed and visibly quite intoxicated while his mother sat poolsid...

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GUNS N' ROSES Parts Ways With Longtime Drummer FRANK FERRER

GUNS N' ROSES has announced the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer, the longest-serving drummer in the band's storied run. The Axl Rose-fronted outfit thanks Frank for his friendship, creativity, and sturdy presence over the past 19 years, and they wish him success in the next chapter of his musical jour...

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SCOTT IAN: How ANTHRAX Got Involved With OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert

ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian spoke to Guitar World magazine about his band's participation at the upcoming "Back To The Beginning" charity event on July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The concert will mark the original lineup of BLACK SABBATH's last-ever performance and Ozzy Osbourne...

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THE DEAD DAISIES Announce Spring/Summer 2025 European Tour Dates

The spring and summer 2025 will see THE DEAD DAISIES return to Europe for festival appearances, including Music Legends in Spain, Graspop Metal Meeting in Belgium and Basinfirefest in the Czech Republic. Additional dates and performances in Germany, Netherlands, Poland and their first visit to Slova...

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DAN DONEGAN: 'We Have A Lot Of Stuff Recorded' For Next DISTURBED Album

During an appearance on the latest episode of The Mistress Carrie Podcast, DISTURBED guitarist Dan Donegan and drummer Mike Wengren spoke about the musical inspiration for the band's new single, "I Will Not Break", which came out on February 21 via DISTURBED's own label, Mother Culture Records. Dan...

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THE WARNING Announces Summer 2025 U.S. Headline Tour

THE WARNING, the rock sister-trio from Monterrey, Mexico, has announced a return to the U.S. with a headline tour. The "Keep Me Fed" trek will kick off on July 5 in Milwaukee, making stops in Atlanta, Nashville, New York, and more, concluding in Minneapolis on July 23. Presales start at 10 a.m. loca...

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MALEVOLENCE Announces New Album 'Where Only The Truth Is Spoken'

British metallic hardcore band MALEVOLENCE will release a new album, "Where Only The Truth Is Spoken", on June 20 via MLVLTD in partnership with Nuclear Blast Records. The official music video for the LP's latest single, "If It's All The Same To You", can be seen below. Featuring acting legend Alan...

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Watch CHRIS HOLMES Perform W.A.S.P. Classics On 2025 'Monsters Of Rock' Cruise

Fan-filmed video of former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes and his solo band performing aboard this year's Monsters Of Rock cruise can be seen below. In a February 2025 interview with Canada's The Metal Voice, Holmes was asked what it has been like for him to perform an all-W.A.S.P. setlist at some...

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DANI FILTH Still Has CRADLE OF FILTH Playing By Its Own Rules: 'We're A Black Metal Band. We Do What We Want'

By David E. Gehlke It's not beyond the realm of possibility that U.K. extreme metal veterans CRADLE OF FILTH will release another studio album (or two) before their long-awaited collaboration with pop star Ed Sheeran finally sees the light of day. Their now-delayed mash-up with Sheeran symbolizes th...

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RICHIE KOTZEN On 'Rewarding' Musical Partnership With ADRIAN SMITH: 'It's A Creative Conversation'

After their March 5 acoustic performance at Los Angeles's Grammy Museum, SMITH/KOTZEN principals Richie Kotzen and Adrian Smith were interviewed by FOZZY frontman and professional wrestler Chris Jericho. Some excerpts appear below. On the origins of SMITH/KOTZEN: Adrian: "I always feel weird saying...

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ALICE COOPER Says IRON MAIDEN Should Be Inducted Into ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME: 'They Have Their Own Army Out There'

During a question-and-answer session aboard last month's Rock Legends Cruise, legendary rocker Alice Cooper, who was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2011, commented on the fact that BAD COMPANY has been nominated for the Rock Hall's class of 2025. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMO...

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ZAKK WYLDE Says All The Participating Bands Will Play BLACK SABBATH Songs At OZZY OSBOURNE's Final Concert

Zakk Wylde says that it will be "special" for him to be participating in Ozzy Osbourne's farewell concert in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Taking place on July 5 at Villa Park, the all-star event — billed as "Back To The Beginning" — sold out in less than 10 minutes last month. The concert will mark t...