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- Adam Lambert Reveals Why He Rejected ‘Toxic Masculinity’
Queen’s current live performance vocalist Adam Lambert has shared a photo with his mother, Leila Lambert, on his official Instagram account and celebrated her International Women’s Day. In the caption of the post, Adam showed his love to his mother and explained the importance of her effort into his life. Also, Adam stated that he is […]
- MY DYING BRIDE Releases Music Video For ‘To Outlive The Gods’
The official music video for the song “To Outlive The Gods” from British doom metal veterans MY DYING BRIDE can be seen below. Directed by Hal Sinden, the clip features frontman Aaron Stainthorpe and tells the tale of a doomed love story. The track is taken from the band’s latest studio album, “The Ghost Of […]
- CONFIRMED … Ratt, Cinderella’s Tom Keifer, Skid Row & Slaughter confirm The Big Rock Summer Tour 2020
LOS ANGELES, California — The Big Rock Summer Tour has just been confirmed with their official admat, press release and tour dates.Metal Sludge broke the story first back in February that this tour was happening. Ratt, Cinderella’s Tom Keifer, Skid Row and Slaughter are all confirmed to perform on The Big Rock Summer Tour 2020.ASee […]
- TRIPTYKON To Release ‘Requiem (Live At Roadburn 2019)’ Featuring The Metropole Orkest
Swiss avant-garde extreme metal band TRIPTYKON will release “Requiem (Live At Roadburn 2019)” on May 15 via Prowling Death Records/Century Media Records. The release will be available for pre-order in various formats starting March 20. “Requiem (Live At Roadburn 2019)” marks the bombastic conclusion of a project over 30 years in the making: The legendary […]
- PEARL JAM Postpones Spring U.S. Tour Over Coronavirus Concerns
PEARL JAM has postponed its previously announced spring U.S. tour due to concerns over the coronavirus. The 16-date trek in support of the band’s upcoming “Gigaton” album was scheduled to kick off on March 18 in Toronto, hit the “Fabulous” Forum on April 15 and April 16, and wrap with a two-date stint in Oakland […]
- Ex-Malmsteen Singer Criticizes Yngwie Malmsteen: “It’s A Shame!”
During a recent conversation on the ’80s Glam Metalcast, Former Rainbow and Deep Purple vocalist Joe Lynn Turner talked about his old times in legendary guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen’s band and has shared his thoughts about the performance of the guitarist’s ‘Odyssey’ album, which was released in 1988. Turner praised his own vocal performance on the […]
- Summer 2020 ’80s Revival Trend with Ratt, Tom Keifer, Skid Row, and Slaughter Tour
Ratt, Cinderella’s Tom Keifer, Skid Row, and Slaughter are the latest group of ’80s glam bands to announce a big summer tour. In terms of coolness, I’d put this above the Dokken/ Lynch Mob/ Lita Ford tour, but still below the Guns N’ Roses and Def Leppard/ Mötley Crüe/ Poison/ Joan Jett tours. Like, this […]
- Insect Ark’s The Vanishingis the Darkest, Most Unsettling Metal Record I’ve Heard This Year
By this time last year I already had at least a dozen albums on the running short-list I keep for year-end favorites, but we’re one-sixth of the way through 2020 right now and all I’ve got is three. Either it’s a weak year for releases so far (unlikely but possible), I’ve just been busy and […]
- Ozzy Osbourne gets nostalgic in teaser trailers for ‘Ordinary Man’ video
Ozzy Osbourne has shared two teaser trailers for his ‘Ordinary Man’ music video ahead of its global premiere on Tuesday (9th March).
- Megadeth Star Dave Mustaine’s Daughter Electra Pens A Wise And Inspirational Open Letter
Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine’s lovely daughter, Electra Mustaine, has shared a new post of herself on the official Instagram page, penning a bold statement about International Women’s Day. In the statement, Electra said that women are free, they can act how they want and live what they feel. She also wrote these words to inspire […]
- Pearl Jam Postponing Spring North American Tour Due to Coronavirus Concern
Another tour on hold. Continue reading…
- NIGHTWISH’s TUOMAS HOLOPAINEN: ‘I Think I’m The Luckiest Songwriter In The World’
EMP Spain recently conducted an interview with keyboardist and main songwriter Tuomas Holopainen of Finnish/British/Dutch symphonic metallers NIGHTWISH. You can listen to the entire chat below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On how he came up with the concept for the band’s forthcoming “Human. :II: Nature.” double studio album: Tuomas: “It came out […]
- How the Coronavirus Could Impact the Metal Economy
World stock markets are nose-diving as a result of the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, trillions of dollars of wealth liquidated in an instant. Could the same happen in the metal industry? Or, speaking more broadly, in music? Especially in the metal world, it’s easy to be lulled into thinking our little corner of […]
- Acclaimed Producer KEITH OLSEN, Who Has Worked With OZZY OSBOURNE, WHITESNAKE And SCORPIONS, Has Died
Acclaimed American producer Keith Olsen, who has worked with such artists as OZZY OSBOURNE, WHITESNAKE, SCORPIONS and WARRANT, has passed away. Olsen’s death was confirmed by SCORPIONS, who wrote on their Facebook page earlier today (Monday, March 9): “We just learned about the passing of our dear friend and producer Keith Olsen. Keith produced many […]
- Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler Faces With A Stunning Surprise During A TV Show In Japan
Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler’s daughter, Mia Tyler, has shared a video from the day Steven joined a TV show in Japan on her official Instagram account and revealed the fabulous moments with her father in the show. As you watch the video below, Steven joined a show on television, and he was trying out some […]
- Scott Stapp Announces ‘Survivor’ Tour U.S. Dates
See where the singer is playing in June. Continue reading…
- Code Orange “Sulfur Surrounding”
You probably don’t need to be reminded that Code Orange’s heavily-anticipated new album, Underneath, comes out this Friday, March 13 on Roadrunner (pre-order it here)… but in case you do, the band has premiered another cut off the record, “Sulfur Surrounding.” And it’s an interesting choice for a new single! It’s the third song the […]
- Mötley Crüe Legend Vince Neil’s Rare Photo Before Plastic Surgery Revealed
British rock band Whitesnake celebrated International Women’s Day but in a really interesting and funny way on Instagram. The band has shared the photo of singer David Coverdale with Motley Crüe singer Vince Neil and Cheap Trick guitarist Rick Nielsen. As we all know, Whitesnake singer David Coverdale is always sharing some trolling posts on […]
- Papa Roach Working on ‘Infest’ 20th Anniversary Documentary + New Music
It’s going to be a busy year for Papa Roach. Continue reading…
- Fuctifano – Peter And The Test Tube Babies
They may not have had the snarling menace of THE EXPLOITED or the boozed-up braggadocio of ANTI-NOWHERE LEAGUE, but for young British punk fans in the early ’80s, PETER AND THE TEST TUBE BABIES were utterly irresistible. It certainly helped that songs like “Up Yer Bum” and “Banned From The Pubs” were obnoxious, ragged and […]
- SCOTT STAPP Announces ‘The Survivor Tour’
Just seven months since “The Space Between The Shadows” debuted atop the charts, Scott Stapp announces his next single, “Survivor”, and the first dates on “The Survivor Tour”, which kicks off June 5 in Pacific Junction, Iowa. Presale tickets for Live Nation venues begins Tuesday, March 10 at 10 a.m. local. General ticket onsale begins […]
- Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale Reveals Her Primary Inspiration Sources: “Two Badass Women”
Halestorm vocalist and rhythm guitarist Lzzy Hale has shared a new photo on her official Instagram account, penned a statement about International Women’s Day and revealed her primary inspiration sources. In the statement, Lzzy celebrated International Women’s Day of her content creator Judy Won and production assistant Detroit Haller. She thanked them for guiding and […]
- IGGY POP Announces ‘Free’ Album Listening Event And Conversation
The indefatigable Iggy Pop has been going non-stop since touching down two weeks ago in his one-time stomping ground of New York City: He’s performed “We Are The People” with Laurie Anderson at Carnegie Hall and debuted a striking new video for his studio interpretation of that same 1970 Lou Reed poem. He’s returned to […]
- BACHMAN CUMMINGS Announce ‘Together Again, Live In Concert’ U.S. Tour
Legendary Canadian musicians and songwriters Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings announced today a U.S. leg of their reunion tour dubbed “Together Again, Live in Concert”. Bachman and Cummings return to the stage for this tour for the first time in more than a decade. “Together Again, Live In Concert” will celebrate the music of THE […]
- Jimmy Eat World Announce North American Tour With The Front Bottoms + More
Turnover and Joyce Manor are on the bill too. Continue reading…
- ALICE COOPER Adds July 2020 U.S. Tour Dates
Alice Cooper has announced three new dates in July as part of his “Ol’ Black Eyes Is Back” tour. Support at the shows will come from Cory Marks. Tour dates: July 13 – Altria Theater – Richmond, VA July 14 – Mountain Health Arena – Huntington, WV July 15 – Express Live! – Columbus, OH […]
- Thirty Seconds to Mars’ Jared Leto Posts Video After Scary Rock Climbing Incident
30 seconds of fright. Continue reading…
- TESTAMENT’s ALEX SKOLNICK Slams TRUMP Administration’s Response To Coronavirus Outbreak
TESTAMENT guitarist Alex Skolnick has slammed the Trump administration’s handling of the outbreak of of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus first observed in China. Earlier today, Skolnick took to his Twitter to write: “Watching this WH press briefing – every speaker praising the President’s ‘extraordinary leadership.’ Even if that were true (which […]
- Gene Simmons’ Daughter Sophie Breaks Silence On ‘New Boyfriend’ Rumors
KISS icon Gene Simmons’ daughter and well-known musician, Sophie Simmons, shared lots of photos with her musician friend, Felix Cartal, on the official Instagram account and has been showing off her beauty for over three days. After the fans seeing so many pictures of Sophie with Felix, they were wondering if Felix is her boyfriend […]
- Rolling Stones Star’s Daughter Explains How Did She Beat Male Predominant Profession
The Rolling Stone guitarist Keith Richards‘ daughter and well-known model, Alexandra Richards, has shared some pictures of herself on verified Instagram page. As everyone knows, 8 March is an International Women’s Day. Because of that, many famous persons have posted a lot of things about this day on social media. Keith Richards’ daughter, Alexandra Richards […]
- CARCASS’s BILL STEER Says 1996’s ‘Swansong’ Was ‘Roundly Despised’ Upon Its Release
Andrew McKaysmith of the “Scars And Guitars” podcast recently interviewed guitarist Bill Steer of British extreme metal pioneers CARCASS. You can listen to the entire chat below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On whether he is aware that CARCASS has such a tremendous influence on extreme metal: Bill: “To a degree, I guess […]
- Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Defeated by Mrs. Smith in Wah-Wah Guitar Battle
Hammett is no longer the king of wah. Continue reading…
- VIVIAN CAMPBELL Says DEF LEPPARD Is Planning ‘Initial Writing Session’ For Next Album
During a recent interview with Steve King of Albany, New York’s Q105.7 radio station, Vivian Campbell spoke about DEF LEPPARD’s plans to record the follow-up to 2015’s self-titled album. “I think Joe [Elliott, vocals] and Phil [Collen, guitar] and Sav [Rick Savage, bass] are getting together in the next couple of weeks to start work […]
- NAPALM DEATH’s BARNEY GREENWAY: ‘I Never Had The Desire To Be The Biggest Band In The World’
Soundsphere magazine’s Don Smith recently conducted an interview with frontman Mark “Barney” Greenway of U.K. extreme metal pioneers NAPALM DEATH. You can listen to the entire chat below. A few excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). On his definition of “success”: Barney: “I would ask myself, I put that out there generally, I would rebound you […]
- Judas Priest to play 50 Heavy Metal Years anniversary show at Bloodstock 2020
Judas Priest have been unveiled as the blockbuster Sunday night headliners at Bloodstock Open Air 2020.
- Video: Vended, Featuring the Sons of Slipknot’s Corey Taylor and Shawn “Clown” Crahan, Headline First Show
Last week we reported that Griffin Taylor, son of Slipknot’s Corey Taylor, would be playing his first headlining show with his band, Vended, in Des Moines, IA over the weekend. What we did not report at that time was that Vended’s drummer, Simon Crahan, is the son of — you guessed it — Slipknot’s Shawn […]
- Ozzy Osbourne to release 12th solo album in January 2020
Ozzy Osbourne will release his first solo studio album in almost a decade in January 2020.
- Rob Zombie’s John 5 Flashes His ‘Hotter Than Hell’ Moment With KISS Members
Rob Zombie guitarist John 5 has shared a new photo on his official Instagram account and revealed a stunning moment with KISS members. As you might see in the photo, John 5 assembled with KISS members and System of a Down bassist Shavo Odadjian as part of an event. His wife Rita Lowery also attended the amazing […]
- Appeals Court Sides With LED ZEPPELIN In ‘Stairway To Heaven’ Copyright Case
An appeals court has upheld a jury verdict finding that LED ZEPPELIN’s classic song “Stairway To Heaven” was not a rip-off of SPIRIT’s “Taurus”. Michael Skidmore, the trustee of “Taurus” songwriter Randy “California” Wolfe’s estate, had brought the claims more than four decades after “Stairway To Heaven” appeared on LED ZEPPELIN’s untitled album, better known […]
- Eddie Van Halen’s Son Pays Respect To Nine Inch Nails and Soundgarden
Legendary musician Eddie Van Halen’s son and also the bassist of Van Halen, Wolfgang Van Halen, has shared two special posts on his official Instagram account and showed his respect to Nine Inch Nails and Soundgarden. Today is a very important day for the two world-famous rock bands called ‘Nine Inch Nails’ and ‘Soundgarden‘ because […]
- King Crimson Announce 2020 U.S. Tour With The Zappa Band
See if the kings are coming to your court. Continue reading…
- “Embrace” This Pulverizing New Graceless Song
Graceless, from the Netherlands, released their debut full-length, Shadowlands, in 2017… but I wasn’t familiar with them until I recently received a promo copy of their sophomore effort, Where Vultures Know Your Name*. I’m goddamn motherfucking delighted to know ’em now, though! Vultures is 46 minutes of filmic, gargantuan-sounding old school death-doom with a melodic […]
- ‘The Big Rock Summer Tour’ featuring Ratt, Tom Keifer, Skid Row and Slaughter unveiled
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- MOTOR SISTER Feat. ANTHRAX, FATES WARNING, Ex-WHITE ZOMBIE Members: Second Album Due This Year
Rock supergroup MOTOR SISTER — featuring Jim Wilson (MOTHER SUPERIOR), Scott Ian (ANTHRAX), Pearl Aday (Scott’s wife and daughter of actor/musician Meat Loaf), Joey Vera (ARMORED SAINT, FATES WARNING) and John Tempesta (THE CULT) — has entered the studio to begin recording its second album. The disc is being produced by Jay Ruston (ANTHRAX, STEEL […]
- SLIPKNOT Lands First-Ever Gold Single In U.K. With ‘Duality’
SLIPKNOT’s “Duality” has been certified gold in the United Kingdom. To earn a gold certification for a single in the U.K., SLIPKNOT had to sell 400,000 units of the song. The platinum, gold and silver certifications awarded by the British Phonographic Industry in recognition of sales milestones have included audio streaming data since June 2015, […]
- Stonedead Festival 2020 confirms Black Star Riders and five more
Stonedead Festival organisers have unveiled the first six bands on next year’s line-up.
- Michael Jackson Daughter Paris Clears The Air On Her Confusing Tweet
The daughter of Michael Jackson, Paris Jackson, is a very active person on Twitter and is sharing a lot of casual stuff day by day on her official account. Recently, Paris wrote an interesting birthday celebration conversation on her Twitter page and showed off her reaction to that kind of conversation. The fans wrote their […]
- Poll: Which Megadeth Album is Your Favorite?
2020 is poised to be a big year for Megadeth. Not only has Dave Mustaine managed to bounce back after being diagnosed with throat cancer last year, but the band is now hitting the studio to record their new album before embarking on a massive summer AND fall co-headline tour with Lamb of God (Trivium […]
- Tommy Lee Is Having A Great Time With Belly Dancer, Brittany Reacts!
Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee’s wife, Brittany Furlan Lee, has uploaded a new video on her official Instagram page and reacted to a belly dancer who is performed a dance show for her husband. As you might see in the video, Tommy was tucking his tip into the side of the bellydancer’s belt and enjoyed […]
