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CHRIS CAFFERY: 'I Get Trashed More On The SAVATAGE Sites Than I Do On BLABBERMOUTH'

In a new interview with RockTheLife, SAVATAGE guitarist Chris Caffery spoke about online criticism he and his bandmates have received for reactivating the band without late SAVATAGE guitarist Criss Oliva and Criss's brother, SAVATAGE mastermind Jon Oliva. Referencing the fact that he engaged in onli...

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CHRIS CAFFERY: SAVATAGE's Setlist For Upcoming Shows Will 'Go A Little Heavy' On ZAK STEVENS-Era Material

In a new interview with Thomas Moser of Germany's Rock Antenne, SAVATAGE guitarist Chris Caffery spoke about the reactivated band's upcoming shows in Europe and South America. Joining Chris in SAVATAGE's current touring lineup are Johnny Lee Middleton on bass, Al Pitrelli on guitar, Jeff Plate on dr...

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SAVATAGE: 'ZAK STEVENS Won't Try To Imitate JON OLIVA; He Never Did'

In a new interview with Geoff of the Gas Masks & Hand Grenades podcast, guitarist Chris Caffery and drummer Jeff Plate of reactivated American progressive metallers SAVATAGE spoke about the band's upcoming 2025 live shows. Joining them in SAVATAGE's current lineup are Johnny Lee Middleton on bas...

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There Will Be No SAVATAGE U.S. Shows In 2025: But 2026 Is 'Certainly A Possibility'

In a new interview with Pete Pardo of Sea Of Tranquility, guitarist Chris Caffery and drummer Jeff Plate of legendary American progressive metallers SAVATAGE, who recently announced their first headlining shows since 2002, were asked if there are any plans for the reactivated band to play the U.S. i...

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New SAVATAGE Album Will Have 'Classic' Sound: 'There's Not Gonna Be Anything That's Shocking To People'

In a new interview with Iron Madness, guitarist Chris Caffery and bassist Johnny Lee Middleton of reactivated American progressive metallers SAVATAGE spoke about the band's long-in-the-works new studio album. Regarding the progress of the LP songwriting and recording sessions, Johnny said (as transc...

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CHRIS CAFFERY Says JON OLIVA 'Wants To Be There' on SAVATAGE's Upcoming Tour: 'He Just Physically Is Not Able To Fly And Travel Right Now'

In a new interview with Italy's Poisoned Rock, SAVATAGE guitarist Chris Caffery spoke about the reactivated band's upcoming shows in Europe and South America. Joining Chris in SAVATAGE's current touring lineup are Johnny Lee Middleton on bass, Al Pitrelli on guitar, Jeff Plate on drums and Zak Steve...

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SAVATAGE's AL PITRELLI 'Understands' Some Fans' Complaints About JON OLIVA Not Taking Part In 2025 Tour, But Says, 'Give Us A Shot'

In a new interview with Barbara Caserta of Italy's Linea Rock, SAVATAGE guitarist Al Pitrelli spoke about the reactivated band's upcoming shows in Europe and South America. Joining Al in SAVATAGE's current touring lineup are Johnny Lee Middleton on bass, Chris Caffery on guitar, Jeff Plate on drums...

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JON OLIVA On New SAVATAGE Music: 'I Basically Have An Album Ready'

After more than two decades without a proper tour, SAVATAGE is preparing to return to the stage. The American metal band, known for its fusion of heavy, progressive, and power metal, has been largely inactive in the live scene since 2002, with their last full performance taking place at Wacken Open...

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SAVATAGE Drummer JEFF PLATE On Band's Comeback: Fans Have 'Been Beating The Drum For This Reunion For Years'

In a new interview with The Metal Voice, guitarist Chris Caffery and drummer Jeff Plate of reactivated American progressive metallers SAVATAGE spoke about the band's upcoming 2025 live shows. Regarding how the SAVATAGE "reunion" came together, Plate said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well,...

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Is Reactivated SAVATAGE Planning Any U.S. Shows? 'We're Gonna Play Everywhere', Says CHRIS CAFFERY

Legendary American progressive metal band SAVATAGE recently announced its first headlining shows since 2002. SAVATAGE's lineup for the 2025 dates will consist of Johnny Lee Middleton on bass, Chris Caffery on guitar, Al Pitrelli on guitar, Jeff Plate on drums and Zak Stevens on lead vocals. Regardin...

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SAVATAGE Has 'A Lot Of Music' Written For Long-Awaited New Studio Album

In a new interview with Metal Pilgrim, guitarist Chris Caffery, drummer Jeff Plate and vocalist Zak Stevens of reactivated American progressive metallers SAVATAGE spoke about the band's upcoming 2025 live shows and long-in-the-works new studio album. Regarding the progress of the LP songwriting and...

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184 Bands Announced For 2025 Edition Of France's HELLFEST, Including Headliners LINKIN PARK, SCORPIONS, KORN And MUSE

LINKIN PARK, SCORPIONS, KORN and MUSE will headline the 2025 installment of Hellfest, set to take place June 19-22, 2025 in Clisson, France. Hellfest is an annual open-air festival and one of the biggest metal festivals in all of Europe. After canceling the 2020 and 2021 installments due to the ongo...

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SAVATAGE Announces First Headlining Shows In More Than 20 Years

Legendary American progressive metal band SAVATAGE has announced its first headlining shows since 2002. SAVATAGE's lineup for the 2025 dates will consist of Johnny Lee Middleton on bass, Chris Caffery on guitar, Al Pitrelli on guitar, Jeff Plate on drums and Zak Stevens on lead vocals. Stevens comme...

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SAVATAGE Announces Spring/Summer 2025 European Festival Appearances

SAVATAGE has announced three European festival appearances so far for spring/summer 2025. The shows will follow the band's performances in April 2025 at Brazil's Monsters Of Rock festival and at Chile's Masters Of Rock festival. Confirmed SAVATAGE 2025 tour dates: April 19 - São Paulo, Brazil - Mons...

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Ex-SAVATAGE Drummer STEVE 'DOC' WACHOLZ Is Open To Performing With The Band At 2025 Reunion Shows

In a new interview with the That Metal Interview podcast, former SAVATAGE drummer Steve "Doc" Wacholz was asked if he foresaw the success of the band's fourth album, 1987's "Hall Of The Mountain King", prior to the LP being released. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Well, you don'...