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BLOOD FEAST To Release 'Chopped, Sliced And Diced' EP In December

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Hells Headbangers has set a December 21 release date for a special mini-album from cult American thrashers BLOOD FEAST, fittingly titled "Chopped, Sliced And Diced". The mini-album will be available on four formats: regular 12-inch vinyl, shaped Continue Reading...

Rock's Most Famous Recluses

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Why did some of music's biggest stars turn away from fame? Continue reading…

Joyous Wolf Embody 'Mississippi Queen' for New Generation – Exclusive Video Premiere

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

This live wire performance revives a classic track. Continue reading…

4th Annual 'Bowl For Ronnie' Celebrity Bowling Tournament Raises $74,000 For 'Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund'

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

The fourth annual "Bowl For Ronnie" celebrity bowling tournament, benefiting the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund, held on Thursday, October 25 at Pinz bowling center in Studio City, California, Continue Reading...

Canada's NECRONOMICON To Release New Album In 2019

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

For the last 30 years, Rob "The Witch" and NECRONOMICON have been conspiring to bring essential death metal to Canada and the world, with none surviving the pure devilish onslaught that these pioneers embody. Playing over 1,000 intense gigs since their conception Continue Reading...

BLOOD FEAST To Release 'Chopped, Diced And Sliced' EP In December

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Hells Headbangers has set a December 21 release date for a special mini-album from cult American thrashers BLOOD FEAST, fittingly titled "Chopped, Diced And Sliced". The mini-album will be available on four formats: regular 12-inch vinyl, shaped Continue Reading...

Anthrax's Scott Ian Plays His Favorite Riffs

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Leave the horns, bring the guitars! Continue reading…

Steel Panther to Start Recording New Album, Announce 'Heavy Metal Mardi Gras' Tour [Update]

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Plus new tour dates have been revealed. Continue reading…

Doobie Brothers' Tom Johnston Looks Back: Exclusive Interview

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Band leader reflects on more than four decades of hits, tours and songwriting. Continue reading…

DAWN FADES To Release Debut Album In February

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Los Angeles based post-metal group DAWN FADES will release its self-titled debut album on February 8, 2019 via Metal Assault Records. Metal Assault has worked with DAWN FADES for a couple of its events in the L.A. area this year, and the band's live performance was Continue Reading...

Inconspicuous Dave Grohl Surprises Fans + Peers at Rap Festival

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Grohl told a fellow musician, ‘No one knows me here.’ Continue reading…

Dave Grohl Cooked Barbecue for California Firefighters

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Foo Fighters frontman stopped by a fire station to cook for firemen fighting Woolsey Fire. Continue reading…

'Child's Play' Reboot Gets Release Date, First Teaser Poster

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

The film will land in theaters in June of 2019. Continue reading…

Tool's Adam Jones' Home Spared in California Wildfire

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

The LA Fire Department 'kicked total ass,' says Jones. Continue reading…

TYGERS OF PAN TANG Feat. JOHN SYKES: 'Hellbound Spellbound Live 1981' Due In December

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

On December 21, TYGERS OF PAN TANG will release "Hellbound Spellbound Live 1981" featuring the band's classic lineup: Jon Deverill - Vocals Robb Weir - Guitars John Sykes - Guitars Rocky - Bass Brian Dick - Drums The show was Continue Reading...

OCTOBER TIDE Feat. Former KATATONIA Members: Sixth Album Due In Early 2019

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

OCTOBER TIDE, the long-running Swedish doom five-piece featuring former KATATONIA members Fredrik and Mattias Norrman, will enter the studio at the end of November to begin recording its sixth album. The follow-up to 2016's "Winged Waltz" Continue Reading...

Steel Panther to Start Recording New Album

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Love 'em or hate 'em, they're coming back with another. Continue reading…

Trent Reznor's Oscar Excitement Lasted Only 18 Hours

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Nine Inch Nails frontman considered ending band in favor of soundtrack work. Continue reading…

Ozzy Osbourne Guitarists Ranked

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Ozzy has always been surrounded by crazy talent. Continue reading…

Good Guy Dave Grohl Cooks BBQ for California Firefighters

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

'My Hero' feeding our heroes. Continue reading…

THE RAVEN AGE Feat. IRON MAIDEN Bassist's Son GEORGE HARRIS: 'Betrayal Of The Mind' Video

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

THE RAVEN AGE, the U.K.-based band led by IRON MAIDEN bassist Steve Harris's son George Harris, has shared the incendiary video for its brand new single, "Betrayal Of The Mind". Fueled by an explosive band performance laden with Continue Reading...

SWALLOW THE SUN To Release 'When A Shadow Is Forced Into The Light' Album In January

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Finnish melancholy death-doom metal masters SWALLOW THE SUN will release their new album, "When A Shadow Is Forced Into The Light", on January 25, 2019 through Century Media Records. Only one month earlier, on December 21, they will Continue Reading...

ALICE COOPER, GENE SIMMONS, ROB ZOMBIE, COREY TAYLOR Pay Tribute To STAN LEE

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

According to The Pulse Of Radio, rock artists responded on Monday (November 12) to the death of Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee, who passed away that morning at the age of 95 after being rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Continue Reading...

'Bohemian Rhapsody' Gives Queen Highest Chart Position Since 1980

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Soundtrack album surges on success of movie. Continue reading…

Whitesnake Announce New LP 'Flesh and Blood' and U.S. Tour

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

Thirteenth studio album is “family affair,” says David Coverdale. Continue reading…

DAVE GROHL Cooks Barbecue For Southern California Firefighters

Posted On Nov 13, 2018

According to The Pulse Of Radio, FOO FIGHTERS frontman Dave Grohl visited the firefighters at Fire Station 68 in Calabasas, California on Monday night (November 12), where he cooked barbecue for the crew. The station's Instagram page stated: "It was Continue Reading...

JOHN 5 To Guest At 'Gene Simmons Vault' Event In Las Vegas

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Former MARILYN MANSON and current ROB ZOMBIE guitarist John 5 has announced that he will be a guest at the "Gene Simmons Vault" event on December 2 at Kiss By Monster Mini Golf in Las Vegas, Nevada. He tweeted: "Big news I will be a Guest at the Continue Reading...

STEVE VAI On Playing With FRANK ZAPPA: 'A Day Doesn't Pass Where I Don't Marvel That It All Happened'

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Legendary guitarist Steve Vai was recently interviewed on "Whiplash", the KLOS radio show hosted by Full Metal Jackie. You can now watch the chat below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On Continue Reading...

STEEL PANTHER To Begin Recording Fifth Album This Week

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

California glam favorites STEEL PANTHER will enter the studio on Tuesday, November 13 to begin laying down drums for their fifth album. Drummer Stix Zadinia tweeted on Sunday: "Holy shit. We are doin it again!!! These songs are gonna fuuuuck your face up. In Continue Reading...

WHITESNAKE To Release 'Flesh & Blood' Album In May 2019

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

WHITESNAKE has announced its first shows of the 2019 "Flesh & Blood" world tour. The trek will see the David Coverdale-fronted band perform select songs from its 13th studio album, "Flesh & Blood", to be released in May 2019 via Frontiers Music Srl. The first Continue Reading...

HELIX Drummer Placed In Medically Induced Coma After Fracturing Skull In Fall

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Greg "Fritz" Hinz, longtime drummer for Canadian hard rockers HELIX, has been placed in a medically induced coma after fracturing his skull in a fall from the roof of his house. According to HELIX singer Brian Vollmer, Hinz's injuries Continue Reading...

MICHAEL MONROE To Release 'One Man Gang' Album In The Spring

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Former HANOI ROCKS singer Michael Monroe will release his new solo album, "One Man Gang", in the spring. The follow-up to 2015's "Blackout States", which is currently being mastered, features guest appearances by ex-HANOI ROCKS guitarist Nasty Suicide and Continue Reading...

GHOST's TOBIAS FORGE: 'I'm Really Working Hard For Us To Play Arenas Everywhere'

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

GHOST recently embarked on a fall North American tour, which will see the Swedish band headlining arenas for the first time in the U.S. and Canada on select dates. Asked in a new interview with the KLAQ radio station if the GHOST stage Continue Reading...

DEEP PURPLE's ROGER GLOVER Says Bands Like RIVAL SONS And GRETA VAN FLEET Would Have Been 'Huge' In 1970s

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

In a brand new interview with Mexico's MB Live, DEEP PURPLE bassist Roger Glover spoke about the state of today's rock music scene. He said (see video below): "First of all, there's two kinds of music — there's Continue Reading...

The Seinfeld-Themed Metal Band Is Real and It's Ridiculously Heavy

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

'George is getting upset!' Continue reading…

NITA STRAUSS: 'Road To Chaos' Episode 2

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The second episode of "Road To Chaos", the video series documenting the promotional activities for "Controlled Chaos", the upcoming debut solo album from Nita Strauss, the incredibly talented guitarist who has rocked out on stage with ALICE COOPER, FEMME FATALE, Jermaine Continue Reading...

JIMI HENDRIX-Inspired Luxury Men's And Women's Apparel Coming In The Spring

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Epic Rights and Perryscope Productions, exclusive retail branding partners for Authentic Hendrix — which celebrates the extraordinary artistry, style, vision and talent of iconic rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix — have announced a new, luxury Continue Reading...

GENE SIMMONS Says KISS's 'End Of The Road' Tour Could Last More Than Three Years

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

In a brand new interview with KTLA anchor Frank Buckley, KISS bassist and vocalist Gene Simmons was asked if the band's upcoming "End Of The Road" tour will truly be fans' last opportunity to see the iconic rockers perform live. "This Continue Reading...

Stan Lee Dies: Rockers React

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Gene Simmons, Kirk Hammett and other rockers are paying tribute after the Marvel legend's death. Continue reading…

Keep Me In Your Heart: The Last Songs of 30 Legendary Artists

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

A look back at the final studio-recorded songs from some of rock’s most well-known artists. Continue reading…

CANDLEBOX Announces 2019 Tour Dates; Entire Debut Album To Be Performed At Select Shows

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

It was the album that launched such iconic '90s power anthems as "Far Behind", "You" and "Cover Me", and turned CANDLEBOX into a four-time-platinum-selling band in mere months. Now, just over 25 years later, CANDLEBOX is Continue Reading...

Rockers React: Comics Icon Stan Lee Dead at 95

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The creator of Spider-Man, X-Men and many more died Nov. 12. Continue reading…

Watch Original KISS Drummer PETER CRISS Teach Young Fan How To Play

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Original KISS drummer Peter Criss made an appearance at this year's "DW Day" on November 10 at Bentley's Drum Shop in Fresno, California. During the event, he took a few minutes to give a very young fan — dressed in a KISS t-shirt and sporting Continue Reading...

HYPOCRISY And FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE To Join Forces For Early 2019 North American Tour

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Legendary Swedish deathsters HYPOCRISY and Italian symphonic death metallers FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE will return to North America for the "Death...Is Just The Beginning" co-headlining tour in March/April 2019. Joining them will be the Continue Reading...

Sevendust + Tremonti Announce 2019 Tour

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The 22-date outing kicks off on Feb. 1 in Houston, Texas and also features sets from Cane Hill, Lullwater and Kirra. Continue reading…

Sevendust + Tremonti Announce 2019 Tour Dates

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The 22-date outing kicks off on Feb. 1 in Houston, Texas and also features sets from Cane Hill, Lullwater and Kirra. Continue reading…

SLIPKNOT: 'All Hope Is Gone' Deluxe 10th-Anniversary Reissue Due In December

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

SLIPKNOT's 2008 album, "All Hope Is Gone", will be reissued on December 7. The 10th-anniversary deluxe edition of the LP will feature re-imagined artwork and a bonus disc containing an audio recording of the band's 2009 headlining concert at Continue Reading...

SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORS: 'Mind Your Manners' Video Released

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Last month, SLASH FEATURING MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORS called out to fans to help create their new live music video at the band's electrifying two-hour show on the final date of their sold-out fall U.S. headlining tour at Continue Reading...

Malaysia's Leading Cinema Exhibitor Denies Major Cuts To QUEEN Biopic 'Bohemian Rhapsody'

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The leading cinema exhibitor in Malaysia has denied that 24 minutes of "Bohemian Rhapsody" have been cut for the film's Malaysian audience. The Malaysian Film Censorship Board reportedly removed content from the QUEEN biopic Continue Reading...

Dropkick Murphys Announce 2019 'St. Patrick's Day' North American Tour

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

St. Patrick's Day is coming to you. Continue reading…

Slipknot Announce 'All Hope Is Gone' Re-Release

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Check out the details here. Continue reading…

IRON MAIDEN Releases 'Run To The Hills' Video From 'Legacy Of The Beast' Tour

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN have released an official video for the song "Run To The Hills", filmed during the European leg of their "Legacy Of The Beast" tour. Check it out below. IRON MAIDEN will bring "Legacy Of The Beast" to Continue Reading...

SEVENDUST Announces Early 2019 U.S. Tour With TREMONTI; BLABBERMOUTH.NET Presale Available

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

SEVENDUST will join forces with TREMONTI, CANE HILL, LULLWATER and KIRRA for a U.S. tour in February. A special BLABBERMOUTH.NET presale for all shows will begin on Tuesday, November 13 at 10:00 a.m. local time and end on Thursday, November 15 at 10:00 p.m. Continue Reading...

BILLY GRAZIADEI Says 'There's Nothing Going On' With BIOHAZARD

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Billy Graziadei says that there is "nothing going on" with BIOHAZARD at the moment. The band, which is acknowledged as one of the earliest outfits to fuse hardcore punk and heavy metal with elements of hip-hop, has been out of the public eye since Scott Continue Reading...

Killswitch Engage's Jesse Leach Balks at 'Metalcore' Label

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Leach doesn't think the term accurately represents the bands lumped into that genre. Continue reading…

'Bohemian Rhapsody' Edited in Malaysia Due to Gay Scenes

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Approximately 24 minutes of the Queen biopic are missing. Continue reading…

Ringo Starr Announces First 2019 Tour Dates, New Book

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The former Beatles great will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of his All Starr Band. Continue reading…

METALLICA: Pro-Shot Footage Of 'Hardwired' Performance From Albany

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Professionally filmed video footage of METALLICA performing the song "Hardwired" on October 29 at Times Union Center in Albany, New York can be seen below. The second North American leg of METALLICA's "WorldWired" features in-the-round production and Continue Reading...

10 Iconic Shock Rock Moments

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

That bat wasn't rubber, Ozzy. Continue reading…

'Weird Al' Yankovic Announces Massive 2019 Tour With Symphony Orchestra

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

He promises it will be an over-the-top experience. Continue reading…

'Bohemian Rhapsody' Stays Strong With $31 Million Second Weekend

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The Freddie Mercury film is already the third-highest grossing music biopic in history. Continue reading…

Avenged Sevenfold's M. Shadows Annoyed by Music Sites That 'Blow Everything Out of Proportion'

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

'I wish people would think for themselves,' says the singer. Continue reading…

LOU GRAMM On Current FOREIGNER Lineup: 'It's The Continued Legacy Of The Band'

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

During a November 6 appearance on KTLA, former FOREIGNER singer Lou Gramm spoke about his participation in the band's "Double Vision: Then And Now" concerts, which kicked off this past Friday (November 9) at Los Angeles's Microsoft Continue Reading...

Zakk Wylde: Generation Axe Camaraderie Like 'Spinal Tap' at Night's End

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Zakk Wylde is entertaining as ever in this latest interview. Continue reading…

Five Reasons Roxy Music Should Be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Bryan Ferry and company arrived as the patchouli-oiled '60s faded, with a look and feel like no one else. Continue reading…

Chevelle: The Story of an Estranged Brother + Rarities Album

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The Loeffler brothers go in-depth in this exclusive interview. Continue reading…

How Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Bonded Over Their First Song

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

“Heartbreaker” helped create a partnership that’s lasted 40 years. Continue reading…

Watch Foreigner Reunite in Los Angeles: Videos, Set List

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The only one missing was original bassist Ed Gagliardi, who died in 2014. Continue reading…

12-Year-Old Actor Reportedly Signs on for 'The Shining' Sequel

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

The horror classic's sequel is coming. Continue reading…

AVENGED SEVENFOLD Singer Blasts Music News Web Sites Which 'Blow Everything Out Of Proportion'

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

In the brand new issue of Metal Hammer magazine, AVENGED SEVENFOLD singer M. Shadows was asked if it "really annoys" him when certain music web sites types "blow things out of proportion." He responded: "It annoys me when Continue Reading...

Members Of BAD BRAINS, MONSTER MAGNET And MURPHY'S LAW Pay Tribute To TODD YOUTH At New York City Memorial

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

A memorial for Todd "Youth" Schofield, the American guitarist best known for his work with WARZONE, MURPHY'S LAW and DANZIG, was held this past Thursday night (November 8) in New York City. The event took place Continue Reading...

BRET MICHAELS's Concert In Greeneville, Tennessee Postponed Due To 'Medical Emergency'

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

POISON frontman Bret Michaels canceled his November 11 concert at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Greeneville, Tennessee "due to a medical emergency." According to a statement posted on Bret's social media sites, the Continue Reading...

Neil Young Loses Home in California Fires, Then Attacks Donald Trump

Posted On Nov 12, 2018

Members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tool and Limp Bizkit have also been affected in the worst season on record. Continue reading…

Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry 'Alert and Responsive' in Hospital

Posted On Nov 11, 2018

Read an official press statement. Continue reading…

Report: Aerosmith Guitarist Joe Perry Rushed to Hospital After Collapse [Update]

Posted On Nov 11, 2018

His current condition is unknown. Continue reading…

STATIC-X Bassist Says 'Project Regeneration' Is 'The Send-Off WAYNE STATIC Deserves'

Posted On Nov 11, 2018

STATIC-X bassist Tony Campos has addressed "questions and misinformation surrounding the dynamics" of his relationship with the band's frontman Wayne Static, particularly in the years prior to Wayne's tragic passing in 2014. Continue Reading...

KLAUS MEINE's Illness Forces SCORPIONS Sydney Concert Cancelation

Posted On Nov 11, 2018

German hard rock veterans SCORPIONS were forced to cancel their concert in Sydney, Australia Saturday night — just two days after calling off their Melbourne show with DEF LEPPARD. SCORPIONS vocalist Klaus Meine issued the following statement: "Dear Continue Reading...

AEROSMITH's JOE PERRY Rushed To Hospital After Performing With BILLY JOEL

Posted On Nov 11, 2018

**UPDATE**: Joe Perry's publicist has released the following update on the guitarist's condition: "Following a guest performance during Billy Joel's show last night at Madison Square Garden, Joe Perry experienced shortness of breath Continue Reading...

FOREIGNER's Original Members Reunite On Stage In Los Angeles (Video)

Posted On Nov 11, 2018

Legendary rockers FOREIGNER played the first of four "Double Vision: Then And Now" concerts Friday night (November 9) at Los Angeles's Microsoft Theater Friday. The show, which marked the 40th anniversary of FOREIGNER's second album, "Double Continue Reading...