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MIKE PORTNOY Says He Is 'Kind Of Glad' He Wasn't Asked To Play For RUSH On 2026 Tour: 'That Would Be Way Too Much Pressure'

In a new interview with Chile's Futuro, DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Portnoy was asked for his opinion on last year's announcement that RUSH's surviving members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson had recruited award-winning fusion drummer Anika Nilles to fill in for the late Neil Peart this year as the Canadi...

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JEFF PILSON On FOREIGNER's Current Tour: LOU GRAMM 'Has Been So Wonderful And Supportive To This Whole Thing'

In a new interview with the Creativity Talkin podcast, longtime FOREIGNER bassist and musical director Jeff Pilson spoke about the band's recent singer change, from Kelly Hansen to Luis Maldonado. Luis joined FOREIGNER as a guitarist and backing vocalist in 2021, but did not take over on lead vocals...

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Sons Of KISS's PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS Explain Why They Chose To Name Their Collaborative Project STANLEY SIMMONS

In the latest episode of the Caught On The Mike podcast, hosted by former Midwestern musician Michael Clark, Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — spoke about their recently released collaborative single, "Body Down", and their upcoming debu...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET Announces Details Of His New Solo Album 'The Master Plan', Shares Title Track

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and frontman of Christian rock icons STRYPER, Michael Sweet has announced his new album, "The Master Plan", his most personal and spiritually resonant solo album yet. Set for release on April 3, 2026 via Frontiers Music Srl, this deeply worship‑inspired record marks a bo...

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RIKKI ROCKETT Confirms He Will Perform POISON's Entire 'Look What The Cat Dragged In' Album With THE ROCKETT MAFIA

Founding POISON drummer Rikki Rockett has announced plans to pay tribute to POISON's "Look What The Cat Dragged In" album by performing the entire LP with his new band, THE ROCKETT MAFIA. This year marks the album's 40th anniversary, which features the hits "Talk Dirty To Me", "I Want Action", "Cry...

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ROBIN MCAULEY On Keeping His Voice In Great Shape At Age 72: 'Public Enemy Number One For Me On The Road Is Somebody With A Cold'

In a new interview with Robert Edwards of Talkin' Bout Rock, Irish singer Robin McAuley, who is best known as the vocalist for the rock band MCAULEY SCHENKER GROUP from 1986 to 1993, was asked how he keeps his voice in such great shape at the age of 72. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.N...

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See Pro-Shot Video Of PRIMAL FEAR's Entire Performance At 2025 STONEDEAD Festival

Professionally filmed video of PRIMAL FEAR's entire August 23, 2025 performance at the Stonedead festival at Newark Showground in Newark-on-Trent, England can be seen below. According to Setlist.fm, PRIMAL FEAR's setlist was as follows: 01. Final Embrace 02. Nuclear Fire 03. Angel In Black 04. The H...

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STEPHEN PEARCY Would Like To Have JUDAS PRIEST's 'Last Rose Of Summer' Played At His Funeral

The first week of January 2026 proved to be a busy one for Stephen Pearcy, as he hit a record number high in views as a guest on Billy Corgan's "The Magnificent Others" podcast. Pearcy has officially delivered one of the most impactful episodes in the history of "The Magnificent Others", hosted by B...

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JOHN CORABI Announces Spring/Summer 2026 U.S. Tour Dates With TOM KEIFER

Veteran rock vocalist John Corabi, known for his powerful voice and rich legacy with bands like MÖTLEY CRÜE, THE DEAD DAISIES, UNION and THE SCREAM, will support CINDERELLA frontman Tom Keifer on a number of dates this spring and summer. Tickets for most shows go on sale this Friday, January 16. Joh...

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Former GREAT WHITE And JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE Members Release Music Video For Debut ONCE BITTEN Single 'Rockin' Like The 80's'

ONCE BITTEN, the new band featuring past members of GREAT WHITE — Tony Montana from the multi-platinum era and co-writer of some of their biggest hits, and powerhouse vocalist and former member of GREAT WHITE, Andrew Freeman — along with longtime members of JACK RUSSELL'S GREAT WHITE, Robby Lochner,...

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JOHN 5 Says VINCE NEIL 'Sang Incredible' During MÖTLEY CRÜE's 2025 Las Vegas Residency

In a new interview with Radioactive MikeZ, host of the 96.7 KCAL-FM program "Wired In The Empire", MÖTLEY CRÜE guitarist John 5 spoke about the band's upcoming "The Return Of Carnival Of Sins" tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of CRÜE's groundbreaking 2005-2006 "Carnival Of Sins" tour and the 45...

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GEOFF TATE Hopes To Release 'Operation: Mindcrime III' Album This Summer: 'We're In The Mixing Stage Of It Right Now'

In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, ex-QUEENSRŸCHE singer Geoff Tate spoke about his upcoming third and final chapter in the band's classic "Operation: Mindcrime" album series. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's all recorded. We're just doing the mixing...

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MATT SORUM On His Time With GUNS N' ROSES: 'I Look Back' On It 'With A Lot Of Pride'

During an appearance on the January 12 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", Matt Sorum reflected on his time as the drummer for GUNS N' ROSES. He said in part (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I said this 10 years ago, I said something to the effect of, it's like watching some...

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MYLES KENNEDY: 'There's Not An Ounce Of Politics On Any' Of The Songs On New ALTER BRIDGE Album

In a new interview with France's Loud TV, ALTER BRIDGE frontman Myles Kennedy spoke about the lyrical inspiration for the band's eighth, self-titled studio album, which arrived last Friday, January 9, 2026 via Napalm Records. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I can assure you this recor...

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SAMMY HAGAR Announces June 2026 'Best Of All Worlds' Tour Dates With Special Guest RICK SPRINGFIELD

Following two years of overwhelming fan demand, Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer Sammy Hagar returns this summer with a special limited run of his acclaimed, top-grossing "Best Of All Worlds" tour. Hagar will be joined by rock heavyweights and longtime bandmates Michael Anthony (bass, backing vocals),Jo...