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RATT NEWS … Bobby Blotzer Tells Fans: “Juan and Stephen, Whew Not Good” adds “Stephen and I are Great and Ready to Friggin’ RATT N Roll”

Metal Sludge — In a brand new post on his official Facebook, Bobby Blotzer has seemingly broke his silence on the latest in the world of Ratt, Blotzer has recently become more active online and shared an old promo poster from 1985 when Ratt supported Scorpions and Y&T with Metallica also appearing on the bill. The former Ratt drummer then engaged fans with the following: “You guys want a RATT OG TOUR, email Warren he’s[…]

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RIKI LIVE … Riki Rachtman Announces His First Ever Live Spoken Word Show “One Foot In The Gutter”

Metal Sludge — Have you ever wondered what it would be like to see Riki Rachtman live in concert? Well, wonder no more… because Rachtman is coming to a theater near you! But only if you live in Charlotte North Carolina. That’s right, Riki Rachtman is doing his first ever, Live spoken word performance on Sunday September 11th 2022 at the “Neighborhood Theater” in Charlotte North Carolina. Rachtman is calling his debut performance, “One Foot[…]

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DRAMADOLLS … Wednesday 13 and Acey Slade at War over Murderdolls, 13 Accuses Slade of ‘Stealing’ the Name and Trademark from Joey Jordison

Blabbermouth — Founding MURDERDOLLS vocalist Wednesday 13 has accused the band’s former guitarist Acey Slade of “stealing” the MURDERDOLLS name from late SLIPKNOT drummer Joey Jordison. Last week, it was announced that Slade and former MURDERDOLLS bassist Eric Griffin would take part in a signing on Sunday, August 28 at the Silver Scream convention at the Hilton Double Tree North Shore in Danvers, Massachusetts to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of MURDERDOLLS‘ first[…]

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JUST LIKE THE 80’S … 20 Year Old Gavin Evick releases Debut Video Single “Favorite Songs”

Metal Sludge — If you are thinking his last name sounds familiar, you would be correct. Gavin Evick is the 20 year old son of rock guitarist Pete Evick, who most know from his role playing guitar in the Bret Michaels Band but this is not about Dad, so we’ll move past the old man for now. Evick isn’t old enough to drink just yet, but he has already written, released and edited the video[…]

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MEAT & GREET … Paul Stanley tells KISS Fans at Melbourne Australia Q&A: “Gene Simmons Circumcised Me. With His Teeth.” >Video<

Metal Sludge — In a newly uploaded fan filmed video, Paul Stanley talks about being friends with his band-mates in KISS. Stanley and Simmons exchange general banter with the crowd during what appears to be one of their Q&A meet n’ greet events at their show in Melbourne Australia. A fan asks: “How long have you guys been friends, and where did you meet?” Stanley answers: “We’re waiting to become friends… (the crowd laughs)… actually[…]

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JAMIE’S CRYIN’ .. Wolfgang Van Halen Tweets to Eddie Trunk: “It’s Not My Job To Help You People Deal With My Dad Dying… I’m Just So Done.”

Metal Sludge — In a recent social media blast by Wolfgang Van Halen, the Mammoth WVH frontman seems to be throwing some shade at Eddie Trunk. Van Halen has become known for his short fuse on social media, mainly Twitter and once again he has barked at someone for seemingly no reason. Trunk tweeted back on August 17th 2022 that he was surprised at how quick the Taylor Hawkins tribute shows came together, but was[…]

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EXCLUSIVE … Blas Elias to Drum for Kingdom Come while James Kottak is ‘Recovering and Getting his Health Together’ says Keith St. John

Metal Sludge — In an exclusive statement to Metal Sludge, Kingdom Come singer Keith St. John says that James Kottak is currently “recovering and getting his health together.” In the interim, the band welcomes Blas Elias (Slaughter, Raiding The Rock Vault, Burning Rain, Blue Man Group) to their drum throne for up coming shows. Metal Sludge reported earlier in the week that Kottak had been fired from Kingdom Come per multiple industry sources but it[…]

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FIRED AGAIN? … James Kottak has been Fired from Kingdom Come, this according to multiple industry sources

Metal Sludge — Metal Sludge is receiving direct messages from numerous industry sources that are alleging James Kottak has been fired from Kingdom Come. Metal Sludge has reached our directly to members of Kingdom Come, but as of this posting there has been no confirmation of, or denial either. Earlier today Metal Sludge ran a story where Kottak seemingly was throwing shade at his own band (Kingdom Come) stating he would not be at their[…]

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TWITTER SPIT … James Kottak writes: ‘Don’t Waste Your Time’, he Won’t Play Texas area shows with Kingdom Come

Blabbermouth — KINGDOM COME drummer James Kottak says that he won’t play with his bandmates at their upcoming concerts in Texas. In the early hours of Sunday morning (August 21),Kottak took to his Twitter to write: “I will not be at the Kingdom Come Plano or San Antonio shows so don’t waste your time thanks jams k [sic]”. The San Antonio gig will take place on September 24 at the Tierra Segrada Rockfest at Tech[…]

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RIP … “See You In Hell” singer Steve Grimmett of Grim Reaper Dead at 62

Metal Sludge — Grim Reaper singer Steve Grimmett has died at the age of 62. Steve‘s passing was confirmed by his brother Mark Grimmett, who wrote on social media: “I don’t really know where to start so I guess I will just come right out with it. It is with great sadness and a very heavy heart that I have to tell you all as many of you know him my very talented brother Steve[…]

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