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1. RIK EMMETT On TRIUMPH's Expanded Six-Piece Touring Lineup: 'Musically, It's Gonna Be Quite Something'

   
   During an appearance on the December 9 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH spoke about their decision to reunite for their first tour in more than 30 years. The North American run of shows will celebrate the band's 50th anniversary, and feature s...

2. Enter: Vampyric Manifestation

   
   The symphonic elements that have powered bands like CRADLE OF FILTH and DIMMU BORGIR for decades have become an increasingly desirable component for many modern-day extremists. But even taking into account all the metal bands that have already embraced their dramatic, cinematic potential, PEDESTAL F...

3. DAVID ELLEFSON Says Joining METAL CHURCH Has Been 'Really Great': 'I've Always Been A Big Fan Of KURDT VANDERHOOF's Songwriting'

   
   In a new interview with Rev. Tom Brice of Sportzwire Radio, former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson spoke about his involvement with METAL CHURCH's new lineup, in which he is joined by founding guitarist Kurdt Vanderhoof, longtime guitarist Rick Van Zandt, powerhouse drummer Ken Mary (FLOTSAM AND JET...

4. ABADDON Says 'Prime Evil' Is His Favorite VENOM Album, Explains Why

   
   In a new interview with Almarok, Anthony "Abaddon" Bray spoke about his plans to team up with fellow original VENOM member Jeff "Mantas" Dunn to celebrate the 45th anniversary of VENOM's classic debut album, 1981's "Welcome To Hell", at various festivals in 2026, including Germany's Keep It True and...

5. Ex-JOURNEY Singer STEVE PERRY Once Again Opens Up Personal Archive For Special Charity Holiday Auction

   
   Following on from his successful summer auction that raised over $200,000 in aid of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, former JOURNEY singer Steve Perry has again partnered with Darkives Collectibles, the archival memorabilia platform from Dark Horse Records, to launch a holiday auction full of music hist...

6. GENE SIMMONS 'Humbly Apologizes' For Comments About ACE FREHLEY's Death: 'I Was Wrong For Using The Words I Used'

   
   Gene Simmons has apologized for suggesting the death of his KISS bandmate guitarist Ace Frehley was the result of the guitarist's "bad decisions". "On reflection, I was wrong for using the words I used," the KISS bassist/vocalist wrote on X earlier today (Wednesday, December 10). "I humbly apologize...

7. KREATOR Announces May 2026 U.S. Tour With CARCASS

   
   German/Finnish/French thrash metal veterans KREATOR have announced their triumphant return to U.S. soil. The band, which last conquered American audiences and venues in 2024, will embark on a headline tour of the U.S., with stops at key festivals, including Welcome To Rockville, Sonic Temple and Mar...

8. SEBASTIAN BACH Announces Early 2026 North American Tour With STITCHED UP HEART

   
   On the heels of a wildly successful Australian tour with sold-out shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide, former SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach has announced his 2026 North American headlining tour, "The Party Never Ends", kicking off February 26 in Highland, California at Yaamava'...

9. GARY MOORE's Son To Embark On His First Irish Tour, Honoring His Late Father's Music As He Marks 15 Years Since His Passing

   
   Jack Moore, the son of legendary THIN LIZZY guitarist Gary Moore, will perform his father's music on his first Irish tour next year, marking the 15th anniversary of Gary Moore's passing. Alongside versatile Polish artist Quentin Kovalsky, Jack Moore will also perform songs from his new album,...

10. KISS Guitarist TOMMY THAYER: U.S. President DONALD TRUMP Is 'Doing A Fantastic Job'

    
    Just hours after KISS received an award from U.S. president Donald Trump at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors, the band's longtime guitarist Tommy Thayer spoke to LindellTV's Cara Castronuova about the experience, saying: "Well, [President Trump's] got very good taste in music, obviously. We had a grea...

11. THE WHO's ROGER DALTREY Receives Knighthood At Windsor Castle

    
    THE WHO frontman Roger Daltrey was awarded his knighthood by the Prince Of Wales during an investiture ceremony at the royal residence at Windsor Castle in Windsor, United Kingdom earlier today (Wednesday, December 10). The 81-year-old singer was honored for his services to charity after being named...

12. SHARON OSBOURNE Reveals OZZY's Final Words To Her Before He Died

    
    Sharon Osbourne has revealed the final conversation she had with her husband Ozzy just before he died, less than three weeks after he played his final concert with BLACK SABBATH at the "Back To The Beginning" event. In a new interview with Piers Morgan on his program "Piers Morgan Uncensored", previ...

13. GENE SIMMONS Says Artists Are Treated 'Worse Than Slaves' Because Radio Doesn't Pay Them: 'Slaves Get Food And Water'

    
    Gene Simmons, legendary bassist, co-founder, and co-lead singer of the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame band KISS, testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee's Intellectual Property Subcommittee earlier today (Tuesday, December 9) during a hearing on the American Music Fairness Act (S.326/H.R.86...

14. RIK EMMETT Says TRIUMPH's Reunion Tour 'Could' Be Extended, Depending On Initial Ticket Sales

    
    In a new interview with Meltdown of Detroit's WRIF radio station, legendary Canadian rockers TRIUMPH spoke about their decision to reunite for their first tour in more than 30 years. The North American run of shows will celebrate the band's 50th anniversary, and feature support from APRIL WINE. The...

15. DEFTONES And GOAL PROJECTS Release Jersey Collaboration To Support Street Soccer In Sacramento

    
    Sacramento, California hometown heroes DEFTONES are closing out 2025 by sponsoring Street Soccer USA's Los Jaguares, a youth team from the same underserved Oak Park neighbourhood where the band got its start. To support the team, DEFTONES partnered with GOAL Projects — the creative studio from the g...