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TESLA's BRIAN WHEAT Says METALLICA Is One Of 'The Top 10 Greatest Bands Of All Time'

In a new interview with Radioactive MikeZ, host of the 96.7 KCAL-FM program "Wired In The Empire", TESLA bassist Brian Wheat was asked for some of his earliest recollections of hanging out with METALLICA. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, we've known each other since we both...

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ALEX VAN HALEN Says DAVID LEE ROTH Refused To Pay Tribute To EDDIE VAN HALEN On Nixed Tour

In a new interview with Rolling Stone, Alex Van Halen weighed in on the proposed all-star VAN HALEN tour that never came to fruition, saying that David Lee Roth's refusal to the drummer's brother, legendary VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen, prevented such an event from materializing. According to...

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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM's MICHAEL GILBERT Opens Up About Battle With Colon Cancer: 'I'm Very Thankful That I'm Still Around'

In a new interview with Scotty J of Rock Titan, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM guitarist Michael Gilbert opened up about how he beat colon cancer 25 years ago during his time away from the band. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Nobody knows this, but a long, long, long time ago, I had some issues...

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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM's ERIC 'A.K.' KNUTSON 'Would Love To' Tour With NICKELBACK

In a new interview with Larry Mac of the 96.1 KLPX radio station, vocalist Eric "A.K." Knutson of veteran Arizona metallers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM was asked if there was a band, or a group of bands, that he went on the road with over the last 30, 40 years that was his favorite tour. Eric responded (as t...

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METALLICA's JAMES HETFIELD Still Feels CLIFF BURTON's Influence In His Songwriting: He 'Lives In All Of Us'

During an appearance on the latest episode of "The Metallica Report", the podcast offering weekly insider updates on all things METALLICA, METALLICA frontman James Hetfield was asked if feels the influence of the band's late bassist Cliff Burton in his writing. James responded (as transcribed by BLA...

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ROBERT TRUJILLO On Being Offered $1 Million Signing Bonus For Joining METALLICA: 'It Didn't Seem Real'

During an appearance on The Surfer's Journal's "Soundings" podcast, Robert Trujillo spoke about a scene in METALLICA's "Some Kind of Monster" documentary where, at an early meeting with his new bandmates, he struggles to maintain his composure as he's awarded a $1 million signing bonus. Asked what t...

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DAVID ELLEFSON Recalls Learning To Play METALLICA Songs While Preparing For His Audition To Replace JASON NEWSTED

During a July 22, 2024 KINGS OF THRASH question-and-answer session at the Corner Hotel in Richmond, Victoria, Australia, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson once again confirmed that he got Dave Mustaine's "blessing" to audition for the bassist position in METALLICA after Jason Newsted left the b...

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VOIVOD To Join Forces With Montreal Symphony Orchestra For Two Special Concerts In January 2025

Canadian sci-fi metal innovators VOIVOD will join forces with the Orchestre Symphonique De Montréal for two extraordinary concerts, conducted by Dina Gilbert. This legendary Quebec band, known worldwide for redefining the boundaries of metal for over 40 years, will take the stage at Salle Wilfrid-Pe...

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METALLICA Shares New Video For '(Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth' Featuring Previously Unseen CLIFF BURTON Photos

METALLICA has shared a new music video for "(Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth" — late METALLICA bassist Cliff Burton's bass solo on the band "Kill 'Em All" album — featuring previously unseen photos of Burton from shortly before his death. METALLICA commented: "We recently acquired hundreds of photos shot...

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ANNIHILATOR's JEFF WATERS Reflects On Missed Opportunity To Audition For METALLICA As JAMES HETFIELD's Temporary Replacement

Jeff Waters says that METALLICA approached the ANNIHILATOR camp to ask him to audition for METALLICA as James Hetfleld's temporary replacement (on guitar only) while James recovered from being burned onstage back in 1992. METALLICA's guitar tech John Marshall, who previously filled in for Hetfield i...

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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Releases New Single 'A New Kind Of Hero' From Upcoming 'I Am The Weapon' Album

Veteran Arizona thrashers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM have released a new song called "A New Kind Of Hero". The track is the fourth single from the band's upcoming 15th studio album "I Am The Weapon", which will arrive on September 13, 2024 via AFM/Believe. FLOTSAM AND JETSAM guitarist Michael Gilbert commen...

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VOIVOD Gets Standing Ovation At World Premiere Of 'We Are Connected' Documentary: Video, Photos

VOIVOD's long-awaited official documentary, "We Are Connected", received its world premiere last night (Monday, July 29) at the Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal, Quebec. Canada. Video and photos of VOIVOD's appearance at the event can be seen below (video courtesy of The Metal Voice)...

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VOIVOD's Official Documentary To Receive World Premiere At Montreal's FANTASIA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

VOIVOD's long-awaited official documentary, "We Are Connected", will receive its world premiere tonight (Monday, July 29) at the Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal, Quebec. Canada. "We Are Connected" dives deep into the 40-plus-year legacy of one of the most original and influential me...

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KIRK HAMMETT, RINGO STARR, SLASH, NANCY WILSON, Others Record 'Happy Birthday' Video Messages For JASON BECKER

Ringo Starr (THE BEATLES),Slash (GUNS N' ROSES),Nancy Wilson (HEART) and Kirk Hammett (METALLICA) are among the musicians who have contributed short messages to a video celebrating the 55th birthday of guitar shred pioneer Jason Becker. Check out the video below. Featured musicians: 00:47 Marty Fr...

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Former METALLICA Bassist JASON NEWSTED Is Selling More Than 60 Guitars

Reverb, the largest online marketplace for musical instruments, announced today that former METALLICA bassist Jason Newsted will be selling more than 60 electric, bass and more guitars. The official Jason Newsted Reverb shop will launch on July 24, featuring a selection of stunning vintage guitars,...