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Arch Enemy And In Flames / Rising From The North In 2024Tuesday, 21 November 2023
Get ready for an epic Swedish Metal extravaganza in 2024! Arch Enemy and In Flames join forces for the Rising From The North tour, with special guests Soilwork.
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Defects Release New Single Ahead Of Mice & Men UK TourTuesday, 21 November 2023
Defects Announced for Download 2024: Touring Europe with Of Mice & Men and Caskets | New Track 'Broken Bloodlines' Released - Cut Ties with Negative Forces!
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Saxon Announce 24th Studio Album Hell, Fire And DamnationTuesday, 21 November 2023
Saxon - 24th studio album, Hell, Fire And Damnation, featuring Brian Blessed OBE! Hear their fierce title track and discover the battle between good and evil.
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On This Day: 2016 – Opeth Provide Deliverance At WembleyMonday, 20 November 2023
On This Day: Saturday 20th November 2016.
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Opeth - A Mesmerising Performance at SSE Wembley Arena: A Night of Sorcery, Damnation, and Deliverance.
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Jared James Nichols Joins Mr. Big For The Big FinishMonday, 20 November 2023
Jared James Nichols Joins Mr. Big on The Big Finish Tour with UK Dates in March 2024 | Check Out His Amazing Cover of Man In The Box by Alice in Chains.
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Skid Row Spirits / The Pride Of Distillers Sabo And BolanMonday, 20 November 2023
Skid Row Spirits: 18 and Life Single Origin Ultra Premium Rum & Midnight Vodka. Experience the high-quality and unique flavors crafted by the band themselves. Limited edition collection available. Pre-order now!
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Mammoth WVH and Nita Strauss Tear Up TorontoSunday, 19 November 2023
Gig Review: Mammoth WVH and Nita Strauss Take The Danforth Music Hall by Storm - Toronto Concert Review. Both tore up the stage with extraordinary guitar playing.
Words and Photography: @taylorcamphotos
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Joanne Shaw Taylor To Bring Wild Love On UK TourFriday, 17 November 2023
Catch The Infectious Blues Tones of Joanne Shaw Taylor on Her 2024 UK Tour | Listen to Her New Single Wild Love from the Upcoming Album | Tickets On Sale Now!
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Skarlett Riot Premiere Dynamic New Single Hold TightFriday, 17 November 2023
Skarlett Riot Premiere Dynamic New Single Hold Tight - A Powerful Anthem About Mental Health and Support. See the band on tour with Xandria this month.
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Cats In Space / Unmissable Final Shows Of The YearWednesday, 15 November 2023
Cats In Space: Experience the Magnificent Double Album Kickstart The Sun Live! Four Dates Remain in 2023 - Get Your Tickets Now!
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BUSH's GAVIN ROSSDALE: 'It's Only A Matter Of Time Before We're All Out Of A Job And AI Takes Over Everything'Thursday, 30 November 2023
In a new interview with iHeartRadio Canada's Myles Galloway, BUSH frontman Gavin Rossdale was asked if he thinks AI (artificial intelligence) is something we need to embrace or it's "quite scary". He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's everything. It's the biggest threat ever, and... -
HeartrotThursday, 30 November 2023
It seems that solo albums are like novels: everyone, the old adage goes, has got one in them, just waiting to be written. Obviously, there are plenty of examples of musicians that should probably have been discouraged from ever entertaining the idea, but that's the price of freedom, folks. Luckily,... -
DUFF MCKAGAN Names His Favorite GUNS N' ROSES Songs To PerformThursday, 30 November 2023
In a new interview with Katie Daryl of AXS TV's "Now Listen", Duff McKagan was asked to name his favorite GUNS N' ROSES songs to perform at various points of his life, including in 1987, in 2016 and in 2023. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "My favorite song [to play in 1987 was] 'Rocke... -
Black Star GnosisThursday, 30 November 2023
There is a lot to be said for bands that can establish their own sound within tight parameters. Stalwarts and pioneers of the US black metal scene, DEMONCY have never strayed too far from a diet of seething discord and blast-driven fury, but their myopically monochrome attack is more than distinctiv... -
Watch: PANTERA's CHARLIE BENANTE Visits Ohio State ReformatoryThursday, 30 November 2023
This past July, PANTERA drummer Charlie Benante was interviewed by Danny Wimmer Presents' "Paranormal Prison" at Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio prior to the band's performance at the Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival. Check out the report below. Built in 1886, the Ohio State Refo... -
GEDDY LEE On Finding 'Lost' Solo Demos: 'It Really Lifted Me Up And Made Me Remember How Much Fun It Is To Make Records'Thursday, 30 November 2023
In a new interview with Q104.3's "Out Of The Box With Jonathan Clarke", RUSH bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee, who is promoting his newly released memoir, "My Effin' Life", talked about how he rediscovered two unfinished demo songs made in the late 1990s. "Gone" and "I Am... You Are" were originally writt... -
LACUNA COIL, DESTRUCTION, SYMPHONY X, AVATAR, Others Added To 2024 MILWAUKEE METALFESTThursday, 30 November 2023
After a successful return of Milwaukee Metalfest in 2023, the iconic midwestern, multi-day event has now revealed 19 more bands and daily schedules for the highly anticipated 2024 edition, with more to be announced To celebrate this absolutely stacked lineup, Milwaukee Metalfest is extending early b... -
SKID ROW's SCOTTI HILL On METALLICA: 'They're Our Generation's LED ZEPPELIN'Thursday, 30 November 2023
In a new interview with Radioactive MikeZ, host of the 96.7 KCAL-FM program "Wired In The Empire", SKID ROW guitarist Scotti Hill was asked what he thought of METALLICA's performance at the Power Trip festival in Indio, California in early October. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):... -
RUSH's ALEX LIFESON Launches LERXST AmplifiersThursday, 30 November 2023
Alex Lifeson has announced the launch of Lerxst, a new family of amplifiers inspired by the RUSH guitarist's five decades of musical exploration on the guitar while also offering modern players a versatile tonal platform upon which to build their own sonic identity. Lerxst amplifiers offer a diverse... -
Watch: HELMET Performs In Stockholm During Fall 2023 European TourThursday, 30 November 2023
Fan-filmed video of HELMET's November 12 concert at Slaktkyrkan in Stockholm, Sweden can be seen below. HELMET is touring in support of its latest studio album, "Left", which was released on November 10 via earMUSIC. The trek is making stops in Germany, Scandinavia, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgiu...

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Who Invented the Mash-Up?Thursday, 30 November 2023And how did it evolve to where it is today? Continue reading…
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See the 2023 Spotify Wrapped for Over 50 Rock + Metal ActsThursday, 30 November 2023It's that time of year! Continue reading…
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10 Unbelievable Supergroups That Actually Almost HappenedThursday, 30 November 2023Can you imagine these? Continue reading…
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When David Gilmour Thought He Was Joining WhitesnakeThursday, 30 November 2023David Coverdale recalls inaccurate "Pinksnake" rumors. Continue reading…
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What Metal Artist Has Sold the Most Concert Tickets?Wednesday, 29 November 2023See who else made the Top Five. Continue reading…
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The 30 Best Rock + Metal Songs of 2023Wednesday, 29 November 2023Out of a few thousand songs from this year, these 30 stand above them all. Continue reading…
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The Artist That Broke Tool's Record for Longest Song on Hot 100Wednesday, 29 November 2023Who would've guessed? Continue reading…
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Kiko Loureiro Cites Factor for 'Choosing Not to Be in Megadeth'Wednesday, 29 November 2023See what he had to say. Continue reading…
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65 Bands That Only Have One Original Member LeftWednesday, 29 November 2023Can you believe there are this many? Continue reading…
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Get to Know Megadeth’s Teemu Mantysaari - Favorite Album + MoreWednesday, 29 November 2023Learn a bit more about Megadeth's newest shredder. Continue reading…

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Former STYX Singer DENNIS DeYOUNG Guests On PROFESSOR OF ROCK's New Series "Solo Venture"; VideoThursday, 30 November 2023Professor Of Rock has released the first episode of his new video series, entitled Solo Venture. Watch below. A message states: "Dennis DeYoung, formerly of Styx, tells the story of his only solo hit, 'Deseret Moon'. Styx pretty much broke up after Kilroy Was Here and their massive but polarizing...
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DEF LEPPARD’s JOE ELLIOTT Invites You Into His Hotel Room - "I Don't Normally... I Am A Married Man"; VideoThursday, 30 November 2023Def Leppard have released the video below, stating: "Step inside, walk this way as Joe takes you on a tour of his hotel room and a look at how the band lives on the road." On January 12, Def Leppard's 2022 studio album, Diamond Star Halos, will be released on...
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SAMMY HAGAR Shares His Favourite Memory In A Car - "I'd Never Do It Again, And I Don't Recommend It"; VideoThursday, 30 November 2023Sammy Hagar is back with a new "Story Time With Sammy" video, in which he reveals his favourite memory in a car. Check it out below: Sammy Hagar recently announced The Best Of All Worlds 2024 tour, on which he'll be joined by rock heavyweights and longtime bandmates Michael Anthony...
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DOMINUM Unleash Performance Video For New Single "Cannibal Corpses"Thursday, 30 November 2023Rising power metal outfit, Dominum, have revealed their next single, “Cannibal Corpses”, cut from the upcoming debut album, Hey Living People, out December 29 via Napalm Records. The band around singer, producer and songwriter Felix Heldt in the character of Dr. Dead takes the living into the world of the...
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ANTHRAX / PANTERA Drummer CHARLIE BENANTE Featured In Paranormal Prison, Episode 4 - "I'm Sure A Lot Of Things Went Down Here"; VideoThursday, 30 November 2023The folks at Inkcarceration Festival have shared the video below, along with the following message: "Delve into the depths of the unknown with Episode 4 of Paranormal Prison. We’re joined by the legendary Charlie Benante of Anthrax and Pantera, as he explores the eerie halls of our historic penitentiary. Will...
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DUFF McKAGAN Releases Track By Track Video For "Hope" Feat. GUNS N' ROSES Bandmate SLASH - "A Song I Had From 1996"Thursday, 30 November 2023Guns N' Roses bassist, Duff McKagan, recently released his third solo album, Lighthouse, and today shares a track by track video for the song, "Hope", which features his GN'R bandmate, Slash. Check it out below: Duff McKagan is a great American songwriter. His extraordinary 40-year musical journey has taken...
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JIM PETERIK & WORLD STAGE Launch Music Video For "Last Dream Home" Feat. .38 SPECIAL's DON BARNESThursday, 30 November 2023Jim Peterik & World Stage, rooted in the idea of musical and spiritual collaborations among artists and friends, have shared a new single, "Last Dream Home". Featuring Don Barnes of .38 Special, the track is accompanied by a new video. Watch below. Frontiers Music Srl recently announced the project's new album...
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DAN McCAFFERTY - Previously Unreleased Track "Occident" By Late NAZARETH Singer Released; Lyric VideoThursday, 30 November 2023The new album, No Turning Back - In Memory Of Dan McCafferty is set to be released on December 7 via ROAR! Rock Of Angels Records. The previously unreleased track, "Occident", is out now as digital single and lyric video. Watch below: Dan McCafferty’s name will not be forgotten, his memorable...
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ANGRA Debut Music Video For "Vida Seca" Feat. LENINE; Spanish Tour Dates AnnouncedThursday, 30 November 2023Earlier this month, Brazilian cult progressive power metallers, Angra, released their much awaited new offering, Cycles Of Pain, via Atomic Fire Records. Now the band are touring across their home country, where also fans are welcoming the new material with open arms after metal/rock press around the globe praised...
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RUSH, THE WHO, SAGA, PAT BENATAR, PETER GABRIEL, And More - PROFESSOR OF ROCK Re-Ranks The Best Rock Hits Of 1982; VideoThursday, 30 November 2023Professor Of Rock has released the new video below, along with the following introduction: "Today, we’re going behind the Top 10 rock songs from this very same week in the year 1982. Can you imagine, a Top 10 Billboard chart filled with all rock songs? In the past we’ve done...

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Chris Slade did not realize “Thunderstruck” would end up being AC/DC’s biggest singleThursday, 30 November 2023
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Midnight Maniac unveil debut single “I Heard It In A Nightmare”Thursday, 30 November 2023
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Wicked’s video for new single “Sunburn” to premiere via live stream interactive release show on Dec. 8thThursday, 30 November 2023
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Mr. Myst unveil video for new single “Breakdown”Wednesday, 29 November 2023
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Judas Priest unleash video for latest single “Trial By Fire”Wednesday, 29 November 2023
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Ace Frehley launches new single “10,000 Volts”Tuesday, 28 November 2023
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CobraKill drop video for new single “Same Ol’ Nasty Rock N’ Roll” from upcoming album ‘Serpent’s Kiss’Monday, 27 November 2023
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Ace Frehley to release new studio album ‘10,000 Volts’ in February 2024Monday, 27 November 2023
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Tigertailz unveil video for their ‘festive’ single ‘A Little Bit of Christmas’Monday, 27 November 2023
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“The only way we could afford it was to record on New Year’s Eve, because no one else wanted to.” How Iron Maiden made The Soundhouse TapesThursday, 30 November 2023A cash-strapped Iron Maiden slept on floors and recorded on New Year’s Eve to make their debut EP. 45 years later, it’s one of rock’s most sought-after rarities.
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"I’m not one to be marching in the streets with a sign or holding a gun or a knife, but my words are my tools and my weapons": Dolly Parton on why her heavy metal protest song World On Fire needed to be writtenThursday, 30 November 2023There's more to Dolly Parton's Rockstar album than superstar-assisted karaoke, as she proved with its furious first single World On Fire
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If the idea of Shane McGowan, Nick Cave, Jarvis Cocker and Pete Doherty singing Disney classics together sounds like an acid-fried fever dream, trust us, the reality was even weirderThursday, 30 November 2023Three of alternative music's leading forces (and Pete Doherty) delivering a night of avant garde Disney classics? If it sounds weird, that's because it was
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Mandalaband's first two albums remastered and reissuedThursday, 30 November 2023Mandalaband's self-titled debut and The Eye Of Wendor: Prophecies are available on vinyl, CD and as a box set
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“Great fun… lovingly dashed off in a few hours, in homage to the way library musicians had to work”: Matt Berry’s SimplicityThursday, 30 November 2023Actor and musician captures the feeling of the specialist genre with a collection of almost entirely self-performed tracks
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"Its release was welcomed with as much enthusiasm by Californian punks as if a Nazi had yakked on Darby Crash’s grave." How Bad Religion took a prog detour with Into The UnknownThursday, 30 November 2023How hardcore heroes Bad Religion recorded a prog album mid career!
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10 times major metal stars cameoed in music videosThursday, 30 November 2023Lemmy, Ozzy Osbourne and Dave Grohl have all made music videos 10 times better just by showing up
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Sharon Osbourne once pooped in Ozzy’s weed: “When he found out, he went nuts and chased us down the hallway!”Thursday, 30 November 2023Kelly Osbourne revealed her mum’s… unique way of keeping the Prince Of Darkness off drugs during a new episode of the Osbournes podcast
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"A shared musical magic is rekindled." Julianne Regan and Tim Bricheno release teaser for new singleThursday, 30 November 2023Former All About Eve pair Regan and Bricheno will release a new album in 2024
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Pogues singer Shane MacGowan has died aged 65Thursday, 30 November 2023Shane MacGowan, bandleader of iconic punk group The Pogues, has died aged 65, his wife confirms