POWER TRIP Reunites, Announces First Show Back

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Prepare for a triumphant return as Power Trip emerges from the shadows! The resurgence began with an unexpected performance following Fugitive’s set in Austin last December, leaving fans in awe. Now, the band announces their official comeback at the No Values festival on June 8 in Pomona, CA, marking a significant moment in their journey. … Read more

PRIMUS Announces US Tour With COHEED & CAMBRIA

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Prepare for a peculiar musical journey as Primus gears up to bring their unique brand of weirdness across North America this summer, and they’re not venturing alone, Coheed & Cambria will be joining them for the ride. The lineup promises an eclectic mix of sounds, with openers Guerilla Toss, Too Many Zooz, and Fishbone, depending … Read more

TRIVIUM & BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE Appear To Be Teasing Album Anniversary Activities

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In 2025, the iconic albums “Ascendancy” by Trivium and “The Poison” by Bullet For My Valentine mark two decades since their release, hinting at a potential joint anniversary celebration. In a synchronicity that could either be a planned collaboration or an uncanny coincidence, both bands have embarked on a mysterious campaign. A peculiar Instagram strategy … Read more

Take A First Look Inside Gatefold Art Of KERRY KING’s Debut Album

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Witness the captivating preview of the gatefold artwork meticulously crafted by the talented James Bousema for the highly anticipated debut solo album of the iconic Kerry King, titled “From Hell I Rise.” This sneak peek into the visual narrative gracing the vinyl version is nothing short of a masterpiece. Bousema, fueled by his longstanding admiration … Read more

ACE FREHLEY Says He ‘Probably’ Inspired EDDIE VAN HALEN To Start Tapping

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Ace Frehley, the iconic guitarist, recently hinted at a potential influence on Eddie Van Halen’s groundbreaking tapping technique. Tapping, characterized by using both hands to hammer onto the fretboard for swift and fluid note runs, became synonymous with Van Halen’s distinctive sound. Frehley, reflecting on the past, suggests that he might have inadvertently ignited Van … Read more

INSOMNIUM Splits With Guitarist After He Ghosts The Band

Insomnium has officially bid farewell to guitarist Jani Liimatainen, marking the end of a musical journey that spanned from 2019 until the present day. The departure was confirmed through a statement by the band, shedding light on Liimatainen’s sudden silence towards his bandmates, prompting the realization that waiting was no longer an option. To fill … Read more

Producer BOB ROCK Reveals Someone Else Replaced NIKKI SIXX’s Bass Playing On First Four MÖTLEY CRÜE Records

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While collaborating with MÖTLEY CRÜE on fresh material, producer Bob Rock divulged intriguing insights into Nikki Sixx’s uncertainty about his contributions to the band’s initial four albums. This revelation surfaced during a candid discussion on Chris Jericho’s “This Is Jericho” podcast. Expanding on the dynamics between Rock and Sixx, the producer recounted a pivotal moment … Read more

HELLOWEEN New Studio Album Will Arrive In 2025

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In a significant development for the legendary German power metal icons Helloween, the band has chosen a new musical haven, officially signing with the burgeoning metal label Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) for their highly anticipated studio album, slated for a thrilling release in 2025. RPM proudly heralds this momentous collaboration, acknowledging it as a watershed … Read more

DAVE MUSTAINE Praises New Guitarist TEEMU MÄNTYSAARI, Hints At Deep Cuts On Tour

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Eagerly gazing toward the horizon, Dave Mustaine is painting a portrait of optimism for Megadeth‘s future in the wake of guitarist Kiko Loureiro’s recent departure. In a recent interview with Brazil’s A Rádio Rock, a conversation thoughtfully transcribed by Blabbermouth, Mustaine took center stage to extol the virtues of the band’s freshly enlisted axeman, the … Read more

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