Metal Sludge — As first reported by Metal Sludge back on July 29th 2021, Rudy Sarzo was returning to Quiet Riot, but it appears that Sarzo will be back in the mix sooner than expected. Our article “FEEL THIS NOIZE … Sources say Rudy Sarzo is coming back to Quiet Riot!” was the first outlet to break the story that current bassist Chuck Wright was going to be replaced by the band’s classic era bassist[…]
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LOS ANGELES — Remember when your parents said how scary the Beatles were? Times have changed, but a big part of rock’s appeal has remained a certain darkness that’s still around today. With Halloween rolling around, what better time to unleash Metal Sludge’s version of 12 scary songs for the ages. For this spooky spectacular we’ve included 70’s rock, of course the 80’s, and even sprinkled in the 90’s! We’ve got goth to glam, classic[…]
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Metal Sludge — In a brand new interview with The Classic Metal Show, former Enuff Z’Nuff singer and songwriter Donnie Vie is the guest. Vie talks at length with CMS co-host Chris Akin and doesn’t hold his tongue when the subject of his former band and co-founding band-mate Chip Z’Nuff comes up. “I proposed doing shows with them (Enuff Z’Nuff) again, and um… he (Chip Z’Nuff) shot it down. He wanted nothing to do with[…]
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Blabbermouth — In a new interview with Golden Robot‘s “Conversations With…” video podcast, veteran talent manager Doc McGhee, who has worked with KISS, MÖTLEY CRÜE, BON JOVI and SKID ROW, among many others, spoke about the importance of musical chemistry within a band and the role of a lead singer in any group. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “Bands are like marriages, okay? And you have problems keeping any band together. And more bands[…]
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Metal Sludge — We’re not taking any side here, just sharing a simple poll, that we have added to our Twitter. With all the opinions, concerns and new mandates and rules, it seems that some states are starting to ask for concert or club goers to be vaccinated. Some cities, regions and states are starting to require the vaccine, to attend restaurants, and various events, from concerts to sporting events. Live Nation has joined a[…]
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TMZ — Tawny Kitaen, the late actress who starred in “Bachelor Party” and whose personal life was filled with radical ups and downs, died from heart issues … this according to her autopsy. According to the Orange County Coroner’s Office, Tawny’s official cause of death is dilated cardiomyopathy … the most common type of heart disease. Other contributing factors include clogged arteries, antidepressants, sedatives, Tylenol, nerve pain medication and opioids. TMZ broke the story …[…]
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Metal Sludge — In a brand new interview with Metal-Rules, L.A. Guns frontman Phil Lewis has revealed their drum Scot Coogan has “Decided to quit” the band. Lewis talked at length with Robert Cavuoto for Metal-Rules about all things related to the band and their new up coming release “Checkered Past” due next month from Frontiers Records. A few excerpts from Lewis’ interview with Cavuoto can be seen below. ——————————————- Robert Cavuoto: This record seems[…]
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Metal Sludge — In a brand new social media post, Wolf Van Halen has detailed his morning, and it didn’t start out good. Van Halen wrote on his twitter: “Ate shit walking off the bus this morning and sprained the FUCK outta my ankle. Now I gotta rock this boot for 4-6 weeks. Looks like this boot’s gonna get some show experience. We’ll seeya tonight, Huntsville.” Wolf is the son of the late great Eddie[…]
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Metal Sludge — In a social media post from Paul Stanley this afternoon the Kiss frontman has shared sad news that his personal guitar technician of more than 20 years has died from Covid. Stanley wrote: “My dear friend, buddy and guitar tech for 20 years, Fran Stueber died yesterday suddenly of Covid. Both on and offstage I depended on him for so much. My family loved him as did I. He was so proud[…]
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Metal Sludge — Metal Sludge is reporting breaking news that Vince Neil has just fallen off the back of the stage tonight at the Monsters on the Mountain gig. It appears that the show was going fine, and in between songs, or vocal parts, Neil walked towards the back, or side of the stage and fell. Bassist Dana Strum addressed the crowd, and explained the situation in a video below. In addition, Metal Sludge has[…]
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