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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 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

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

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

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

Prepare for a musical journey this April as In This Moment gears up to hit the road, accompanied by the captivating performances of Kim Dracula and Mike’s Dead. As a bonus, a select set of dates will feature the dynamic presence of Motionless In White. The anticipation is building, and tickets are now available for … Read more

The revelation of AC/DC‘s Power Up European tour has ignited excitement among rock enthusiasts, but a wave of disappointment is washing over fans in Scotland, who feel overlooked by the iconic band, as per The Scottish Sun’s report. Scotland is notably absent from the tour itinerary, which instead includes stops in countries such as Germany, … Read more

Robert Plant and Alison Krauss are set to embark on a highly anticipated return to North America with their “Can’t Let Go” tour. This reunion comes much sooner than their previous two tours, with only a 12-year gap between them. The iconic Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer and the 27-time Grammy winner will grace … Read more

CROWBAR has unfurled the details of its upcoming U.S. headlining tour, set to resonate from March 30 to April 14, accompanied by the formidable MORBID VISIONZ as support. This two-week spring expedition promises a sonic odyssey, culminating in a special performance at the Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest in Philadelphia on April 12, where … Read more

If you’ve been harboring fervent expectations of a Megadeth reunion with former guitarist Marty Friedman in Buenos Aires, Argentina, this April, it’s time to gracefully manage your disappointment. In a recent interview with Argentina’s prominent newspaper Clarin, frontman Dave Mustaine swiftly debunked speculations about Friedman’s return, dashing hopes of a surprise collaboration during the upcoming … Read more