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BLUE MEDUSA, the new band led by former ARCH ENEMY and THE AGONIST vocalist Alissa White-Gluz, made its live debut on Friday, September 4 as one of the headliners of the Corrupted Blood Club Show at Huxleys Neue Welt in Berlin, Germany. The organizer of the Corrupted Blood Club Show, Maximilian "Han... [...]
In a new interview with KOMO News' Molly Shen, guitarist Kim Thayil discussed the album he and the other surviving members of SOUNDGARDEN are working on featuring previously unreleased recordings they made with late frontman Chris Cornell before his 2017 death. Thayil, drummer Matt Cameron and bassi... [...]
Legendary VAN HALEN drummer Alex Van Halen has called the band's former singer Sammy Hagar a "complete idiot". The 73-year-old Alex made the comment earlier this year while speaking to Brazilian music journalist Marcelo Vieira, who translated Van Halen's "Brothers" memoir into Portuguese for the Bra... [...]
On Friday, September 4, ANTHRAX played an intimate concert at the new Brooklyn, New York location of the Saint Vitus Bar, at 428 Troutman Street in Bushwick (the onetime home of Brooklyn Made). Saint Vitus Bar originally opened in 2011 as a 250-capacity venue that hosted everyone from local hardcore... [...]
TWISTED SISTER frontman Dee Snider has once again blasted bands who embark on "bullshit" farewell tours. In a video message posted on his Facebook page, Dee said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Farewell tours that never end or that end and then the artist comes out of retirement a couple of s... [...]
California thrash metal legends SLAYER celebrated the 40th anniversary of their classic third album, "Reign In Blood", with a headlining show featuring the LP performed in full on Friday, September 4 at Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee, Minnesota. Support at the gig came from DOWN, SUICIDAL TEND... [...]
In a new interview with Guitar World magazine, KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer confirmed that new music from the legendary rock band is in the works. "We did record a great new song that Paul [Stanley, KISS guitarist/vocalist] wrote," Tommy said. "That's probably about as much as I can tell you right no... [...]
Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights 2026 kicked off on Thursday, September 3 and will run on select nights through November 1. This year's lineup features eight haunted houses and the Terror Tram, including "Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness", a haunted house celebrating the late h... [...]
Northern California extreme metallers ALL SHALL PERISH have released their first new single in 15 years, "Be As Kings, Be As Gods". The track was produced by Zack Ohren (MACHINE HEAD, FALLUJAH) and was made available via Arson Theory, the new music company co-founded by ALL SHALL PERISH frontman Her... [...]
The official Jack Hackett-directed music video for "Cold", the latest single from STANLEY SIMMONS, the collaborative project of Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons — sons of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, respectively, from KISS — can be seen below. "Cold" is taken from STANLEY SIMMONS's debut album, "Dan... [...]
Ahead of the September 18 release of ANTHRAX's long-awaited twelfth full-length studio album "Cursum Perficio", the band has have announced a collaboration with Dark Matter Coffee for a special limited-edition Dark Matter Coffee x Anthrax "Cursum Perficio" brew. The base of the "Cursum Perficio" cof... [...]
The Michigan Outdoor Writers Association has named Ted Nugent as an inductee into the 2026 Michigan Outdoor Hall Of Fame. Nugent was honored for his tireless efforts to promote hunting, gun ownership, and the celebrated outdoor lifestyle cherished in Michigan and beyond. Ever articulate, Nugent was... [...]
HALESTORM recently performed three songs live for Ernie Ball's "Big Sound" series, recorded at The Dark Garden — the home studio HALESTORM frontwoman Lzzy Hale and guitarist Joe Hottinger built together after making the band's latest album, "Everest". The set includes "Rain Your Blood On Me" and "Da... [...]
Legendary BLACK SABBATH Drummer BILL WARD Is Mastering His New Solo LP: 'It's A Very Colorful Album'
In a new interview with Dan Shinder of Drum Talk TV, BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward spoke about his plans to release solo music in the coming months. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Currently we're mastering a new album. And I'm not gonna reveal the name or the title of the album ye... [...]
"Teutonic Titans 1976-2026" is a fairly novel idea from ACCEPT. They've rounded up 19 songs from their storied career (no "Midnight Mover"?) re-recorded them and brought along over a dozen guest performers. A long glance at the list of musicians and it's easy to reckon that this may be the most star... [...]
EVANESCENCE has released the official music video for "Tell Me When You've Had Enough". The clip, which can be seen below, was directed by Eric Richter and filmed during the band's recent North American leg of its 2026 world tour. The track is for anyone who's sick of being controlled and manipula... [...]
In a new interview with Dales Rock Interviews, MAGNUM vocalist Bob Catley spoke about his decision to carry on with the band, two and a half years after the passing of Tony Clarkin, the guitarist, songwriter and the driving force behind the U.K. prog/pomp/AOR rock act. When asked how he managed to c... [...]
On July 29, Tony Iommi, founding member of BLACK SABBATH, announced his brand-new studio album, "From The Dark", and premiered the first single from it, "World Alone", to critical and fan acclaim. Racking up 2.5 million streams and heavy global radio playlisting since its release, "World Alone" is a... [...]
FOREIGNER, one of rock's most celebrated bands, has announced "Foreigner Unplugged", a four-show European tour that will bring the band's catalog of Top 10 songs to audiences in a rare, stripped-down acoustic setting. The FOREIGNER fan pre-sale begins Monday, September 7 at 10:00 a.m. local time. Ti... [...]
METALLICA's foundation, All Within My Hands, is partnering with CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH, the world-class agriculture and construction equipment and services company, to celebrate Labor Day in support of skilled trade education programs. This Labor Day weekend, edition 1 of 25 h... [...]
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Night Ranger share video for track “Wasted Time” (Live from Sweetwater Studios) from album ‘Best Of’
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Andrew . The post Andrew Freeman clarifies that he is not the new singer for Quiet Riot first appeared on Sleaze Roxx. [...]
‘Beyond . The post ‘Beyond Belief – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack’ featuring three Petra songs now available first appeared on Sleaze Roxx. [...]
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Scot Coogan, Ace Frehley and Matt Starr METAL SLUDGE / September 4th 2026 – In a brand-new episode of Artist’s on Record with host Stefan Adika the guest is long-time Ace Frehley drummer Scot Coogan. Coogan recently guested on Adika’s popular YouTube show and of course the topic of Kiss and Frehley were part of the 4-hour chat. Coogan fired a few choice lines off when it comes to another former Ace Frehley drummer in [...]
SCORPIONS postpone their ‘Coming Home to Las Vegas’ September 2026 residency to 2027 METAL SLUDGE / September 3rd 2026 – German rock legends SCORPIONS have officially postponed their up coming Las Vegas residency with BUCKCHERRY until September 2027. SCORPIONS were set to return to ‘PH Live‘ at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino for their “Coming Home to Las Vegas” 2026 residency, which included special guests BUCKCHERRY but the run has been moved back a full year. The eight-show [...]
Faster Pussycat, Enuff Z’Nuff and Love/Hate all have tours in the United Kingdom this week. METAL SLUDGE / September 2nd 2026 – It appears that there just might be a traffic jam in the United Kingdom this week as 3 different tours featuring some of the 80’s finest hair-metal hits the ground running. Faster Pussycat kicks-off their ‘Celebrating 40 Years’ (1986/2026) tour tonight (September 2nd) with Special Guests Lorraine Lewis of Femme Fatale and Blacklist [...]
HAPPY BIRTHDAYMetal Sludge Launched September 1st 1998, 28 Years Ago & Here Is How It Came To Be METAL SLUDGE / September 1st 2026 — This was first posted in 2018 on the 20th Anniversary, and I figured it would be cool to share it again here today, on the official birthday of Metal Sludge, September 1st. As the site enters it’s 29th year on the world wide web, I want to thank you for [...]
Andrew Freeman – Photo: Christopher Carroll / Roy Cathey – Photo: Joe Schaeffer METAL SLUDGE / August 30th 2026 – The Quiet Riot world has been pretty ripe with interest over the last month or so but it really heated up over the weekend. Late last week Quiet Riot made a public statement that they have found their new frontman who will be introduced in October… the group simultaneously announced that Dangerous Toys singer Jason [...]
METAL SLUDGE / August 27th 2026 – Quiet Riot have posted an announcement today that says they have officially welcomed their new lead vocalist which according to the calendar, took just under 6 weeks to fill that void. It appears the band’s search is over and the new frontman’s identity will be revealed very soon… with his official live debut coming in October. The official statement from Quiet Riot is shared below. —— “We’re excited [...]
Sebastian Bach performing at the Mountain Music Festival Friday August 21st METAL SLUDGE / August 23rd 2026 – Sebastian Bach was full of F-Bombs over the weekend during his appearance at The Mountain Music Festival in Gatlinburg Tennessee. Bach was part of the lineup on Friday night that included sets by Pearcy & DeMartini performing the music of Ratt, Lynch Mob, Tuk Smith, Tora Tora, The Cruel Intentions and Ted Poley of Danger Danger. During [...]
Buckcherry – Photo: Facebook METAL SLUDGE / August 22nd 2026 – Los Angeles rockers Buckcherry were involved in a multi-vehicle accident while on tour on early Friday morning (August 21st). Reports on social media are sharing details that the band’s tour bus was part of a chain reaction of accidents that cost 1 driver their life. The band are on tour and were traveling on a freeway in South Carolina when the accident occurred. Below [...]
Bret Michaels ‘Live’ at The Bowl at Sugar Hill in Georgia – August 21st 2026 BREAKING NEWS from METAL SLUDGE! / August 22nd 2026 Just in late last night, Poison frontman Bret Michaels has fallen ill after his show at The Bowl at Sugar Hill in Sugar Hill Georgia. Michaels was seen by doctors and paramedics immediately following his show last night which left the singer weak and winded. A source who was at the show [...]
Michael Monroe of Hanoi Rocks – Photo: Mark ‘WEISSGUY’ Weiss – 1987 METAL SLUDGE / August 20th 2026 – Michael Monroe who is the unmistakable voice and face of Hanoi Rocks will hit the U.S. for a few shows next spring. Monroe is scheduled to perform on Monsterwood, the 2027 edition of the Monsters of Rock Cruise which will depart from Southern California next May 6th-11th. But… before he boards the ship he will play [...]
Just in time for Halloween, legendary GUNS N’ ROSES guitarist Slash is bringing back his acclaimed Music Of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights collections with two brand-new limited-edition vinyl variants through Snakepit Records LLC and Deko Entertainment. Following multiple sellouts in previous years, Music Of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights Vol. […] [...]
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Los Angeles, CA – May 12, 2026 – Harper Nonfiction are set to publish the thrilling, hilarious and deeply personal autobiography of Iron Maiden’s unstoppable drummer, Nicko McBrain. Hello Boys and Girls! will publish into hardback, ebook and audio on November 10, 2026, in the U.S. Pre-order your copy today at https://lnk.to/helloboysandgirls Nicko McBrain is the legendary drummer for […] [...]
Iron Maiden are 2026 Inductees! Iron Maiden set the standard for how heavy metal bands should look, sound, and perform, as they rose to global prominence in the 1980s. Their signature blend of galloping rhythms, twin-guitar attacks, and soaring vocals allowed them to shift seamlessly between aggression and atmosphere, creating an expansive sound that defined […] [...]
From the Motorhead Facebook Page: We cannot believe we’re saying this…it is with profound sadness that we have to say Philip Anthony Campbell has passed. He was Motörhead’s guitarist for 31 years (the longest serving member aside from Lemmy) having joined in 1984. After Lemmy’s passing, he was blessed to form Phil Campbell and The […] [...]