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Gus G., known for his work as Ozzy Osbourne’s guitarist, will release his fifth solo album, “Steel Burner,” on April 24th. The album marks Gus G.’s first solo release in five years. “Nothing Can Break Me,” featuring Doro, is the latest offering from the album. {It) is a powerful Metal anthem about perseverance. I’m really proud of…
Black Veil Brides will release their seventh studio album, “Vindicate,“ on May 8th. “This record is rooted in the feelings of revenge and vindication,” notes frontman Andy Biersack. “These are emotions that can either push us forward or hold us back. There’s a duality to them. They can fuel growth, drive ambition, and help us rise above…
Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine’s memoir “In My Darkest Hour” will drop September 8th. ‘The book details Mustaine’s treatment for squamous cell carcinoma on the back of his tongue in 2019. “One of the most harrowing experiences of my adult life has been my seven-year journey through cancer treatment and onward into remission,” Mustaine revealed in a statement. “This…
The documentary “Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition” will be in theaters May 7th. In advance of the film’s release the band has shared a trailer. The documentary features on‑camera reflections from the band plus actor Javier Bardem and Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich, recounting the band’s influence on music, culture and fans worldwide. Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition Trailer…
Former Nightwish singer Tarja Turunen will unleash “Frisson Noir” on June 12th. Her tenth solo album is described in a label press release as “the heaviest record of her career and a powerful statement of identity, strength and belonging.” The album has contributions from Marko Hietala (ex-Nightwish), Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) and Apocalyptica. It contains the dramatic ballad single “At…
Ex-Queensrÿche singer Geoff Tate will release “Operation: Mindcrime III” on May 3rd. It’s the third installment in the “Operation: Mindcrime” album series. “Operation Mindcrime” (1988) and “Operation Mindcrime II (2006) were recorded by Queensrÿche while Tate was with the band. The storyline still revolves around Nikki, a drug addict-turned-assassin manipulated by Dr. X. But this time around the story is told…
Stitched Up Heart has released the single “Cannibal,” featuring Butcher Babies vocalist Heidi Shepherd. Heidi Shepherd “I was at Butcher Babies very first show,” remembers Stitched Up Heart frontwoman Alecia “Mixi” Demner. “Heidi (Shepherd) hurled this wrecked Barbie into the crowd. Hair hacked off, totally mangled. I caught it. Looking back at that moment it felt like she’d passed me a torch.” “I’ve…
Rise Against has announced a new leg of headlining tour dates this fall across the U.S. with support from Alkaline Trio. They will kick off the tour in Dallas, TX on September 22nd. Rise Against’s tenth and most recent album was “Ricochet.” According to lead vocalist Tim McIlrath the album is about “our collective inter-connectedness. We’re…
On the heels of a massively successful European headlining tour, Jinger have announced their return to North America. With 37 dates scheduled, the tour will begin in June and run through July. “This will be the final tour in support of the ‘Duél’ album cycle, and we feel like we really saved the best for last,” enthuses…
Tyketto will release its sixth studio album, “Closer To The Sun,“ on March 20th. The band has shared the title track. “‘Closer To The Sun’ is a bit of a fantasy piece, really,” comments vocalist Danny Vaughn. “I was thinking about Kate Hudson’s character in the film ‘Almost Famous’. I think we have all known someone like that growing up, someone…