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IMAX and Pathé Live in partnership with Mercury Studios and Queen Films announced today that, for the very first time, one of the world's biggest bands will perform on cinema's biggest screens with the global release of "Queen Rock Montreal", exclusively in IMAX beginning January 18, 2024. This exhi... [...]
From shouting at the devil, to being soundly trampled by grunge, glam/hair/sleaze, metal was easy enough to appreciate, even at its worst. Simple but fiery rock 'n' roll songs, with big, dumb choruses, showy guitar solos and enough hairspray to choke an elephant may have gone out of fashion as the '... [...]
In a new interview with the "Rimshots With Sean" podcast, Rik Emmett, who is promoting his just-released memoir, "Lay It On The Line – A Backstage Pass To Rock Star Adventure, Conflict And Triumph", was asked if anybody is surprised by the fact that he refers to fellow TRIUMPH members Gil Moore and... [...]
Humanity's propensity for being vile towards others has cast a shadow over ORPHANED LAND's entire existence. In truth, this much-loved band have always been motivated primarily by a desire to bring people together with music that offers substance and immense style, while speaking as much undisputed... [...]
In a new interview with Brazil's Veja, RUSH bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee was asked about the possibility of him recording and playing music again, more than eight years after the band played its final show. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Obviously, there was a complex set of feelings t... [...]
MEGADETH's DAVE MUSTAINE Has No Interest In Making A Concept Album: 'I Think It's A Little Limiting'
In a recent interview with Heavy Consequence, Dave Mustaine of MEGADETH, which has released a multi-part short film about the origins of the group's mascot Vic Rattlehead, was asked if he has any desire to make a concept album in the future. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No. I'... [...]
The longest-tenured all-female rock band and NWOBHM legends GIRLSCHOOL will embark on their final North American tour next year. The first leg of the trek will see support from LILLIAN AXE and ALCATRAZZ and will kick off on March 21 at Hell's Heroes festival in Houston, Texas and will run through Ap... [...]
Grammy-winning, platinum-certified solo artist, and the voice of CREED, Scott Stapp, has released "Black Butterfly", the third single from his upcoming fourth solo album, "Higher Power". The LP will be available everywhere on March 15, 2024 via Napalm Records. Transcending defeats to emerge reborn,... [...]
During a new appearance on "The Vinyl Guide" podcast, PEARL JAM drummer Matt Cameron spoke about the band's recording and touring plans for the coming months. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):"We're sort of figuring all that stuff out right now, but we did make a record with Andrew Watt... [...]
Glenn Danzig's homage to Italian spaghetti westerns and classic vampire films, "Death Rider In The House Of Vampires", has finally been released on Blu-ray and DVD. In a video interview promoting the 2021 release of "Death Rider In The House Of Vampires", Glenn was asked if fans can expect to see a... [...]
SKID ROW has released the official music video for "Resurrected", the fifth single from the band's latest album, "The Gang's All Here". SKID ROW was never a band that was going to let anything get in its way, and the "Resurrected" clip takes that idea to the ultimate next level. Directed by Frank Gr... [...]
In advance of KISS's final live shows at Madison Square Garden on December 1 and December 2, several exciting activations will take place throughout New York City, including a music-to-light show on the world-famous Empire State Building on November 30. For KISS, celebrating alongside the historic E... [...]
Former MEGADETH guitarist Kiko Loureiro discussed his decision to leave the band during an appearance on the "Amplifica" podcast, hosted by his former ANGRA bandmate Rafael Bittencourt. According to the Brazilian-born guitarist, the reason he decided to exit Dave Mustaine's band was "freedom". He de... [...]
British heavy metal legends JUDAS PRIEST have released the official music video for "Trial By Fire", the second single from their upcoming studio album, "Invincible Shield". Check it out below. "Invincible Shield" will arrive on March 8, 2024 via Sony Music. The LP's first single, "Panic Attack", ca... [...]
In a new interview with CTV Morning Live, Geddy Lee was asked about the possibility of working with his former RUSH bandmate Alex Lifeson again. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "If I say anything about working with Alex, people run to the conclusion that RUSH is starting up again.... [...]
During an appearance on last night's (Monday, November 27) edition of Fox News' "Jesse Watters Primetime", legendary rocker and avid hunter Ted Nugent was asked what can be done to stop the invasion of hard-to-eradicate feral "super pigs" in Canada that are threatening to spill over to the United St... [...]
In a new interview with Emilee Capogni, German metal queen Doro Pesch spoke about her decision to take a strong stance against cruelty to animals, calling on fans to respect all living, feeling beings by not eating or wearing them. She said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I turned vegan. I ju... [...]
Fan-filmed video of former QUEENSRŸCHE frontman Geoff Tate's November 10 performance at Le Forum in Vauréal, France can be seen below. Joining Tate in his backing band are James Brown on guitar, Amaury Altmayer on guitar, Jack Ross on bass and Danny Laverde on drums. The setlist was as follows: 01.... [...]
In a new interview with Steve Mascord of White Line Fever, DOKKEN frontman Don Dokken spoke in more detail about the movie that Netflix is making about the band, apparently to be helmed by "the same director" that worked on MÖTLEY CRÜE's "The Dirt". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It... [...]
In a new interview with the GUNS N' ROSES-centric "Appetite For Distortion" podcast, Tom Werman, who produced several of Ted Nugent's classic early albums, was asked if he thinks Ted's guitar talents tend to get overlooked due to his publicized political beliefs. He responded (as transcribed by BLAB... [...]
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Hell’s Addiction surprised to discover their new album ‘9 O’Clock Horses’ out on streaming platforms
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“It comes down to respect. And I make mistakes. I blow it. I say things that might come across as disrespectful, so I’m not perfect.” — Michael Sweet of Stryper Metal Sludge — Stryper singer Michael Sweet is never at a loss for words, and once again finds himself in the headlines. In a recent article that appears on Blabbermouth, Sweet talks about relationships with others (including L.A. Guns guitarist Tracii Guns) who have different [...]
““Simply put, this incident never happened.” — Alan Gutman, attorney for Axl Rose, said in a statement. Metal Sludge — In a statement through his legal representation, Guns N’ Roses singer Axl Rose has reacted to the accusations he sexually assaulted a former Penthouse Pet back in 1989. “Simply put, this incident never happened,” Alan Gutman, attorney for Rose, said in a statement given to the PA news agency. Gutman continued: “Notably, these fictional claims [...]
TMZ — Axl Rose is being taken to court over a decades-old alleged sexual assault of a former Penthouse model … who claims he dragged her “like a caveman” and violated her. Sheila Kennedy — who was Penthouse’s Pet of the Year in ’83 — just filed suit against the Guns N’ Roses frontman … claiming he tied her up and anally penetrated her with his penis during a party in 1989. According to the [...]
“I wanna say, [we have] 10, 13 songs so far.“ — Eric Martin on a new Mr. Big recording Metal Sludge — In a new episode of the This That And The Other podcast, Mr. Big singer Eric Martin is sharing some news about new songs for a new studio record. Show host Troy Patrick Farrell interviewed Martin who brought his solo band’s bassist PJ Farley (Trixter, Fozzy) to the interview as well. Farrell describes [...]
Metal Sludge — Last year marked the first ever Glam-Fest in Australia, and it appears the festival will be back for their sophomore year. Earlier in 2023 Glam*Fest made its official debut in Brisbane with follow-up shows in Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney rounding out the final week of January. This coming year, Glam*Fest will be held on February 16th, 17th & 18th 2024 with shows in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney. The 2nd year’s official lineup [...]
Metal Sludge — Great news for fans of the Van Hagar era of Van Halen as there will be music and a full blown tour. In a brand new press release, Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham and Joe Satriani have announced ‘The Best Of All Worlds’ 2024 Tour. Hagar and the band appeared earlier today on the Howard Stern Show and made the huge announcement. Hagar has already went on record to say they’re [...]
Metal Sludge — The new year is full of rock n’ roll surprises with recent tour announcements from the Van Hagar camp, a headlining run from Pantera and now it appears Riley’s L.A. Guns too. In a brand new social media post the Mohegan Sun Arena have announced the 80’s Rock Invasion Tour featuring Stephen Pearcy (of Ratt), Quiet Riot, Vixen and Riley’s L.A. Guns. The date is set for Saturday January 20th 2024 in [...]
“Is that the guy who took Lita Ford’s kids away?” — Rikki Rockett on Jim Gillette Metal Sludge — Welcome to 2023 where your social media comments just might land you on the pages of some rock n’ roll website like Metal Sludge. Or, in the middle of an MMA cage. It seems Rikki Rockett‘s recent comment on Facebook has lit a small fire under a certain singer’s ass. Here is what we know… Howie [...]
“I died and saw pitch black, which freaked me out… I now weigh 135 pounds and still cannot walk or stand.” — Howie Hubberman Metal Sludge — What can I say, but share with you what I have been told by the man himself. I just hung up the phone with our former Tuff manager Howie Hubberman, and hearing his voice was great… but learning of what he recently went through was quite the opposite. [...]
Metal Sludge — Sad news from Hollywood California as we share reports of the sudden passing of Mikeal Maglieri. Maglieri was the son of legendary Rainbow Bar & Grill and Whisky-A-Go-Go owner and founder Mario Maglieri who passed away in May of 2017. Maglieri was the owner of the famous Sunset Strip night-clubs along with his son Mikeal “Big Mike” Maglieri. The Maglieri family also lost Scarlet Maglieri back in April, Mario‘s widow and Mikeal‘s [...]
Pre-sale tickets for the Scorpions Love At First Sting Las Vegas Residency are now available to Rock Zone Fan Community members. Claim your tickets now at https://www.the-scorpionscommunity.com/ [...]
QUEENSRYCHE announces ‘The Origins Tour’ featuring special guests Armored Saint!! “We are thrilled to bring to you ‘The Origins Tour’! This will be the first time in Queensryche’s history that the EP and The Warning will be performed live in their entirety! And to make this an even more stellar tour, we are so excited […] [...]
Mick Mars Issues First Solo Single After Motley Crue, ‘Loyal to the Lie’ The guitarist has been teasing a solo album for years, but ‘The Other Side of Mars’ is finally coming out in February of 2024. ‘Loyal to the Lie’ is the rocker’s first offer from the record. Watch Video Here: Mick Mars – Loyal […] [...]
A statement from the Riley family: We are devastated to share that Steve Riley has passed away at the age of 67. Steve had been battling a severe case of pneumonia for several weeks, and on Tuesday, Oct. 24, succumbed to the illness. His wife Mary Louise and son Cole were by his side in […] [...]
From Dream Theater: We are thrilled to announce the return of drummer Mike Portnoy to Dream Theater! We will be going into the studio to begin working on our 16th studio album and the first with MP since 2009’s Black Clouds & Silver Linings! “I understand Dream Theater’s decision to get Mike Portnoy back at […] [...]
George Lynch has announced that the Final Ride Tour will be Lynch Mob’s farewell tour. But will he simply tour as George Lynch after that? Only time will tell – but it’s well-known that he has wanted to separate himself from the Lynch Mob name due to the political correctness issue. Either way – look […] [...]
GEDDY LEE MY EFFIN LIFE NORTH AMERICAN DATES Geddy Lee brings to life his forthcoming memoir My Effin’ Life, due for release on November 14th by Harper Collins. In addition to the 5 dates in the UK announced last week, there will be 14 more cities added for North America that kicks off on November 13th at […] [...]
From Bret: Just knowing that I absolutely love the outdoors & the sun but with the recent passing of my friend Jimmy Buffett, I decided it was time for a more recent check up of something I thought was nothing. Turns out, it was something. But, thanks to an incredible discovery & biopsy by my […] [...]