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NO GLOVE … Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer discovered he had an adult daughter via 23andMe DNA testing

Blabbermouth — KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer was a guest on a recent episode of the “Hangin’ & Bangin’: Artists On Lockdown” online show, where he was joined by Vinny Appice (BLACK SABBATH, DIO), Carmine Appice (OZZY OSBOURNE, VANILLA FUDGE) and Doug Aldrich (DIO, WHITESNAKE, THE DEAD DAISIES). You can now watch the discussion below. Asked about his recent revelation that he had discovered that he had fathered a child, Tommy said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):[…]

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THE GLOVES ARE OFF … WildSide drummer Jimmy Darby disputes various history as told by former guitarist Benny Rhynedance

Metal Sludge — In the latest from the WildSide camp, the band’s drummer Jimmy Darby continues with his detailed interview over at Sleazeroxx. Part 1 was published back on March 8th, and this is the second half of that interview. Olivier over at Sleazeroxx has done several detailed pieces on the band WildSide over the years, and this one is right in line with the others. Darby answers a lot of questions, that WildSide fans[…]

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NEW FROM EMN … Every Mother’s Nightmare release video for new single “Sin In My Heart”

Sleazeroxx — Memphis, Tennessee, USA based rockers Every Mother’s Nightmare consisting of lead vocalist Rick Ruhl, bassist Troy Fleming, guitarists John Guttery and Travis ‘Gunner’ Butler, and drummer Allan Bone have unveiled a video for their latest single “Sin In My Heart” from their new studio album Resurrect The Faithful, which was released via HighVolMusic on October 23, 2020. HighVolMusic‘s press release indicates (with slight edits): “”Sin In My Heart” the new video/single from EMN (Every Mother’s Nightmare) makes its world premiere[…]

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CONFIRMED … RATT’s Stephen Pearcy Confirms Bobby Blotzer Appearance At Livestream Concert

Blabbermouth — RATT singer and founder Stephen Pearcy and his solo band will take part in a livestream concert on Friday, April 2 at 7 p.m. PDT from the world-famous Whisky A Go Go on the Sunset Strip. He will be joined by members of ACE FREHLEY, LITA FORD, DANZIG, HELLYEAH, ARCADE and “a very special guest.” Asked in a new interview with 80’s Glam Metalcast who the “special guest” is that will be making[…]

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NEW MUSIC … Shameless release “Live Your Dream” single featuring Bruce Kulick and Charlotte Tybalt

Sleazeroxx — Glam rock “supergroup” Shameless have released a video for their new single “Live Your Dream.” The track features Charlotte Tybalt on vocals, Frankie Muriel on backing vocals, BC and Bruce Kulick on guitars, Alexx Michael on bass, Brian Tichy on drums and Frank Meyer on keyboards and backing vocals. Shameless‘ Facebook page indicates (with slight edits): “Shameless are a hard rock and glam metal supergroup based in Munich, Germany. Although the band is based[…]

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RIP … Brett Bradshaw former Faster Pussycat drummer

Metal Sludge — Sad news to report that former Faster Pussycat drummer Brett Bradshaw has passed away. The bands front-man and founder Taime Downe has posted a public comment on his official Facebook page seen below. “Rest in Peace! Mr Bradshaw!#formerfpdrummer @fasterp_ssycat#rocknroll #saddaytoday” wrote Downe. Sleazeroxx have reported additional messages that have been posted on Facebook today include: Diana Bradshaw –“My son, Brett Bradshaw died yesterday and I need to ask that you pray for me to[…]

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GO JOHNNY GO … Johnny Monaco to rock his first ever Live Stream tonight Friday March 26th 2021

Metal Sludge — Bored on a Friday night and still stuck at home? Well, have we got an evening for you. Or shall we say, Johnny Monaco has an evening for you. That’s right, Johnny Monaco is doing his first ever Live Stream via Facebook tonight March 26th 2021. According to social media posts by the singer, the event will kick off at 7:00PM (CST) and you should be ready for Chat, Music and Funny.[…]

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THE WAY IT IS … Brian Wheat of TESLA Dislikes Term ‘Hair Metal’

Blabbermouth — TESLA bassist Brian Wheat has taken issue with the label “hair metal,” saying that the the pejorative term was coined in as a way to disparage acts thought to have been all flash and no substance. Speaking to “The Cassius Morris Show”, Wheat said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “I find [the term ‘hair metal’] condescending. What does fucking hair have to do with the music? Should we be called ‘cock metal’ because we[…]

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TUFF DIARIES #17 … Hello 1992, Gene Simmons, We Need Money, Mike Starr, New Bass Player & Jason Flom part II

LOS ANGELES, CA. — Well by now most of you understand how these work. It’s early 1992, our bass player Todd ‘Chase’ Chaisson has just quit the band, and grunge was starting to hammer the industry. Of course we all saw it happening, but truth is – in looking back, nobody was fully aware to what level it would impact the 80’s style of music. And might I add, not just the music… but our[…]

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ATTENTION HEADBANGERS … Ex-Mtv veejay Riki Rachtman announces new show ‘The Ball’ on Gimme Metal TV

Blabbermouth — Gimme Metal TV has announced the debut episode of “The Ball”, set to premiere later this month. Hosted by MTV VJ alumnus Riki Rachtman and presented by Knotfest.com, “The Ball” will find the former “Headbangers Ball” host reviving that classic heavy metal music video show feel in an episode that will feature videos from the likes of MEGADETH, METALLICA, POWER TRIP, and so much more. “I think we are all starving for something[…]

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