In a new interview with Mark Strigl, TRIXTER guitarist/singer, producer and songwriter Steve Brown spoke about his new BON JOVI tribute band ALWAYS JOVI which is scheduled to make its live debut on April 18 at BMI Event Center in Versailles, Ohio. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's...

DARK ANGEL frontman Ron Rinehart has weighed in on the encore ritual at live music events. Returning to the stage for the encore has become all but a formality at almost every concert, whereby a band will finish its regular set, walk offstage and then come back a few minutes [...]

In a new interview with George Dionne of KNAC.COM, ex-MEGADETH guitarist Chris Poland was asked if he is planning to see his former band play during what is being billed as MEGADETH's "farewell" tour. Chris responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Oh, I'm sure I will. If it's the final one,...

Former SKID ROW singer Erik Grönwall has released the official music video for his new solo single, "Born To Break". The track is taken from Erik's upcoming solo album, "Bad Bones", which will arrive on May 22. Known worldwide for his powerhouse vocals and commanding stage presence, Erik has previou...

Former THE BLACK CROWES drummer Steve Gorman has commented on the recent announcement that the band is one of the nominees to be considered for 2026 induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. This nomination is a second for THE BLACK CROWES, who released their tenth studio album, [...]

In a new interview with Rock Talks, former MISFITS singer Michale Graves was asked if there are any plans for him to reschedule his U.K. concerts which were recently canceled due to his alleged far-right links. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "No, there's no plans to do that. It's...

According to the Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet, a woman in her 40s has been charged with harassment after allegedly sending repeated messages, payment requests and letters to GHOST frontman Tobias Forge between July and October last year. She continued contacting him through different means after be...

The new lineup of NEVERMORE made its live debut earlier tonight (Wednesday, April 1) at IF Performance Hall Beşiktaş in Istanbul, Turkey. Joining guitarist Jeff Loomis and drummer Van Williams in NEVERMORE's current incarnation are the band's latest additions, Jack Cattoi on guitar, Semir Özerkan on...

UGLY KID JOE will embark on a U.S. tour this summer. Support on the trek will come from WHEATUS and PLATINUM MOON on select dates. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, April 3. UGLY KID JOE summer 2026 tour dates: Aug. 20 - Bensalem, PA - Broken Goblet ^ [...]