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In a new interview with Metal Hammer Greece's TV show "TV War", SLAYER guitarist Kerry King was asked if he has ever had a negative experience meeting one of his musical idols. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Yeah. Only once. And I won't even tell you who, because he doesn't...

Innovative New York-based progressive rock band Izz is thrilled to announce the release of their latest album “Collapse the Wave” available for pre-order now on Bandcamp and on all major streaming services on June 11, 2024. This inventive new work plunges listeners into a deep exploration of...

In a new interview with Charlotte Ryan of Radio New Zealand, SYSTEM OF A DOWN frontman Serj Tankian, who is promoting his memoir "Down With The System", was asked if he is aware of his security, especially since he is known as one of the most outspoken activists in the music community. He...

Jimmy Kay from Canada's The Metal Voice sat down and spoke with Night Ranger's guitarist Brad Gillis at this year's M3 Rock Festival on May 5, 2024. Brad spoke about the legacy of the band's album Dawn Patrol and smash hit ballad Sister Christian as well as his time with... Continue reading...

METALLICA's official webstore is selling "Still In Play", a collection of visual art created by multidisciplinary artist and tennis-playing legend Torben Ulrich, also known as the father of METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich. This unique body of work, inspired by Torben's athletic and physical...

Japanese metal band Bridear have announced their new album Born Again out June 28 via Psychomanteum Records. The album will be released on CD and all streaming platforms, with a vinyl release later in the year. A CD and merchandise bundle is available to preorder now at psychoshop.net...

Former SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach performed his new song "(Hold On) To The Dream" live for the first time during his headlining concert this past Sunday (May 19) Rams Head Live! in Baltimore, Maryland. Fan-filmed video of the performance can be seen below (courtesy of Rock N Roll...

For the first time, Still In Play presents the collection of visual art created by multidisciplinary artist and tennis-playing legend Torben Ulrich (1928-2023). This unique body of work, inspired by his athletic and physical experiences and shaped by his lifelong interest in philosophy, poetry...

Two months ago, FLAT BLACK, the band formed by ex-FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH guitarist Jason Hook, released a new single, "Nothing To Some". The track, which features a guest appearance by SLIPKNOT vocalist Corey Taylor, will appear on FLAT BLACK's upcoming debut album, due later this year via...

Greg Prato reporting for Ultimate-Guitar.com: For David Ellefson, thrash metal never stops. Looking at the coming tour schedule of his band Kings of Thrash, which also features his former Megadeth bandmate, Jeff Young, they're set to go on the road this June and July, and they have scheduled...

Technical death metal quintet, Cognitive, has unleashed their new video for “Insidious.” The rampaging new track comes by way of the band’s Abhorrence full-length, released May 17 on Metal Blade Records. Abhorrence finds the New Jersey powerhouse at their brutal best. Abhorrence carries on band...

Original OVERKILL bassist D.D. Verni, who was forced to miss the band's Latin American tour while he was recovering from shoulder surgery, returned to the live stage this past Friday (May 17) at the Milwaukee Metal Fest at The Rave/Eagles Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Fan-filmed video of the...

AC/DC launched their first run in 8 years with their Power Up Tour opening in Gelsenkirchen, Germany at Veltins Arena. Colectionzz has announced they have produced the official Power Up Tour lithograph – available at their concerts throughout the summer. The poster is a beautifully handcrafted...

In a new interview with Greg Prato of Ultimate Guitar, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson was asked for his opinion on the recent announcement that SLAYER was reuniting for three festival appearances this September and October. He said: "It's inevitable. Look, I don't know their reason for...

In a new interview with Scott Penfold of Loaded Radio, guitarist Jack Owen was asked if he thinks SIX FEET UNDER, which features two former members of CANNIBAL CORPSE — Owen and singer Chris Barnes — could ever stage a joint tour with CANNIBAL CORPSE. He responded (as transcribed by...

SLIPKNOT performed without percussionist M. Shawn Crahan (a.k.a. Clown) at this past weekend's Sonic Temple festival in Columbus, Ohio. Prior to launching into the fourth song of SLIPKNOT's headlining set of the four-day event on Sunday (May 19), singer Corey Taylor addressed Clown's absence...

Professor Reggie Almeida of the Gracie Barra Brazilian jiu-jitsu school in Spring Hill, TN acts as trainer for Megadeth's Dave Mustaine and co. while on the road. He was back on the road with the band in April and has shared backstage and soundcheck video from the band's April... Continue...

Talent We Lost R.I.P. John Robert “JOE” COCKER: May 20th, 1944 – December 22nd, 2014 (aged 70) R.I.P. Raymond Daniel Manczarek Jr. (THE DOORS): February 12th, 1939 – May 20th, 2013 (aged 74) Heavy Birthdays Happy 65th Allan Johnson (EXCITER) - May 20th, 1959 Happy 50th Mikael Stanne (DARK...

Finnish melodic death metal band Superdeathflame's new five track EP, A Tale Of Disclosure, has been released via Inverse Records. It includes two previously released songs, the title track and 'Circle Of The Weak' that was released as a single last year. The EP also features a cover version...

In the clip below, courtesy of the Ken Tamplin Music Academy, vocalist Gabbi Gun takes on the Heart classic, "Alone". Ken Tamplin: "This song is known as a #1 by the band Heart in 1987. What many people do not know is that Heart's version of this song was a... Continue reading...