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1. SHINEDOWN's Upcoming 'Ei8ht' Album Was 'a Year And A Half In The Making': 'We Really Pushed Ourselves This Time Around'

   
   In a new interview with Chris Booker and Ted Stryker of "ALT Afternoons With Booker And Stryker" on the Los Angeles radio station ALT 98.7, SHINEDOWN singer Brent Smith and guitarist Zach Myers spoke about the band's upcoming eighth studio album, "Ei8ht", which will arrive on May 29 via Atlantic Rec...

2. ONSLAUGHT's NIGE ROCKETT Is 'Still Struggling A Lot' After His Health Issues

   
   In a new interview with the Rock 'N' Blues Experience, guitarist Nige Rockett of the U.K.-based thrash metal veterans ONSLAUGHT opened up about his road to recovery after being absent from the group for about three years due to his illness, including a battle with cancer. Asked how he is feeling at...

3. EXODUS's GARY HOLT: 'I'm Not Rich, But I Make A Living Playing Guitar, And That's A Gift In Itself'

   
   In a new interview with Moshville Times, Gary Holt was asked what has kept him so focused on EXODUS since he joined the band four and a half decades ago. The 61-year-old guitarist responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "It's a way of life, being in EXODUS. Even in the years I spent [touring...

4. ELIAS SORIANO On Upcoming NONPOINT Album: 'The Overall Vibe Of The Record Is Very, Very Heavy'

   
   In a new interview with Super Cool Radio, NONPOINT frontman Elias Soriano spoke about the musical direction of the band's upcoming full-length album. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "The overall vibe of the record is very, very heavy, very, very new feeling, especially with the additio...

5. CORROSION OF CONFORMITY Announces New Drummer NICK SHABATURA

   
   CORROSION OF CONFORMITY has announced the addition of drummer Nick Shabatura to the group's ranks. Shabatura, who has previously played with DESECRATE THE HOUR and the Chicago-based NIRVANA tribute band SMELLS LIKE NIRVANA, landed the C.O.C. gig at the recommendation of ANTHRAX/PANTERA drummer Charl...

6. AT WAR Reteams With Legendary Thrash Producer ALEX PERIALAS For New Album

   
   Long-running Virginia Beach thrash metal trio AT WAR has announced the next chapter of its 43-year legacy with the impending release of a new studio album, 40th-anniversary celebration of the release of its debut album, "Ordered To Kill", and worldwide festival dates for 2026. AT WAR's upcoming stud...

7. TESTAMENT Announces Remastered Reissue Of 'Practice What You Preach'

   
   San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal veterans TESTAMENT have announced the upcoming remastered reissue of their coveted 1989 album "Practice What You Preach", due on May 8 via Nuclear Blast Records. The "Practice What You Preach (2026 Remaster)" reissue was remastered by Justin Shturtz at Sterling So...

8. TRIXTER's 'Phenomenal' New Album Will 'Probably' Arrive In Early 2027: 'Everybody Is Gonna Be Blown Away'

   
   In an interview with Australia's The Rockpit, TRIXTER guitarist/vocalist Steve Brown once again confirmed that a new studio album from the band is in the works. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We are probably 75% done with it. We've probably got about 14 or 15 songs. The problem with...

9. SABATON Releases Battle-Ready New Music Video 'Yamato' In Partnership With 'World Of Warships'

   
   Swedish masters of heavy metal SABATON have joined forces with leading historically accurate naval multiplayer game World Of Warships and released a brand new single and music video titled "Yamato" — available in-game and on all DSPs now. It is being released by Better Noise Music on the heels of 20...

10. GODSMACK Announces 'Live At Mohegan Sun' Concert Film

    
    GODSMACK will release a new concert film, "Live At Mohegan Sun", on May 1. The effort will be made available as a Blu-ray/CD and on 2LP vinyl. After 20 million records sold, 25 Top 10 hits and six platinum records, GODSMACK returned home to New England in the fall of 2024 with an emotional show mark...

11. Original FOREIGNER Singer LOU GRAMM Shares 'Time Heals The Pain', Third Single From Upcoming 'Released' Solo Album

    
    Legendary vocalist and 2024 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Lou Gramm, best known as the iconic voice of FOREIGNER, has released "Time Heals The Pain", the third single from his forthcoming solo album "Released". A soaring, emotionally charged rock ballad built on sweeping melodies, luminous key...

12. BUCKCHERRY's JOSH TODD And STEVIE D. Partner With SOAPBOX For Immersive Reality Performances

    
    BUCKCHERRY vocalist Josh Todd and guitarist Stevie Dacanay (a.k.a. Stevie D.) have teamed up with immersive reality company Soapbox for performances of their classic songs "Crazy Bitch" and "Lit Up", which have been released on the Soapbox app. Soapbox is a Meta Quest app that brings artists...

13. EINHERJER To Release Tenth Studio Album This Summer

    
    By Norse Music has announced a new partnership with Norwegian Nordic metal pioneers EINHERJER. The band will release its tenth studio album this summer via By Norse Music. Frode Glesnes, founder of EINHERJER, said: "We are proud to join the roster of By Norse Music. The label represents a vision of...

14. JUDAS PRIEST Guitarist RICHIE FAULKNER's ELEGANT WEAPONS Announces Second Album 'Evolution', Shares 'Bridges Burn' Single

    
    ELEGANT WEAPONS, the hard rock and heavy metal powerhouse led by JUDAS PRIEST guitarist Richie Faulkner, has released a new single, "Bridges Burn", the first track from the band's forthcoming sophomore album "Evolution", due April 24, 2026 on Exciter Records. The album will be released digitally and...

15. THE PRETTY RECKLESS Announces Fifth Studio Album 'Dear God', Shares New Single 'When I Wake Up'

    
    Platinum-selling rock band THE PRETTY RECKLESS has begun an explosive new era with the announcement of its forthcoming fifth studio album, "Dear God", as well as a 2026 headlining world tour. Arriving alongside the announcement is their new single "When I Wake Up", out now via Fearless Records. List...