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September 13, 2015

Gary Richrath Ex-REO Speedwagon guitarist passes away at 65

RIP Gary Richrath of the legendary REO Speedwagon has passed away at 65 Facebook — Guitar legend Gary Richrath has passed away today. He was 65. Richrath was a member of REO Speedwagon between 1970-1989. buy wegovy online in the best USA pharmacy https://stmu.edu.pk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/png/buy-wegovy.html no prescription with fast delivery drugstore The rumors of his death were being posted earlier today on Bring Back Gary Richrath facebook page that the guitarist had died. Sadly band vocalist Kevin Cronin has[…]

September 13, 2015

Phil Varone (Ex-Saigon Kick) quits Porn job wants to Rock N’ Roll again

PLEASE PASS THE PORN Phil Varone quits Porn Industry wants to Rock n’ Roll again Facebook — Phil Varone has posted a rant titled “A Day of Douching” on his official Facebook page which is highlighted by his statement “The adult industry has sucked the life out of my soul.” To most in the rock world Phil is known for his drumming as a founding member of Saigon Kick. He also spent a fistful[…]

September 12, 2015

METAL SLUDGE EXCLUSIVE: Straight talk with bassist Scott Griffin of Ratt Rx

WHEN ONE DOOR CLOSES, ANOTHER OPENS’ METAL SLUDGE EXCLUSIVE: Straight talk with bassist Scott Griffin HOLLYWOOD — Las Vegas is the land of new starts, and that’s just what Scott Griffin did. After his shocking termination from L.A. Guns in late 2014, Griffin left Los Angeles in the rear-view mirror for Vegas, and the curly-haired bass player with the magnetic smile did not crap out. Scott Griffin has landed on his feet. Popular[…]

September 12, 2015

Blotzer ends Ratt Rx, sources claim band will morph into official RATT

RATT 2.0? Bobby Blotzer announces the end of Ratt Experience says ‘Hello new future’ – sources claim the band will now morph into RATT! Facebook — Does Bobby Blotzer’s recent facebook post contain a cryptic message or are these just some random jumbled words? Not according to multiple sources who have contacted Metal Sludge with news that Bobby Blotzer is officially going to morph his current band members into the official RATT. Bobby Blotzer has announced the ‘Last[…]

September 12, 2015

Slash’s brother Ash says: “Axl is a fat bastard” and “F?!k a reunion”

FAT F?!K Slash’s brother Ash says: “Axl is a fat bastard” and “F?!k a reunion” You Don’t Say — Just a few weeks after a much publicized ‘make up‘ between Axl Rose and Slash it appears that Slash’s younger brother has thrown a javelin into the heart of the idea. Fans globally have been clamoring for a Guns N’ Roses reunion for years. buy ampicillin online in the best USA pharmacy https://arkansaspetcremation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/png/buy-ampicillin.html no prescription with fast[…]

September 11, 2015

“I drink while I am driving” says former W.A.S.P. bassist Johnny Rod

KING TRAINWRECK King Kobra and Ex-W.A.S.P. bassist Johnny Rod on the Music Mania podcast Music Mania — Former W.A.S.P. and current King Kobra bass player Johnny Rod is our special guest this week on the Music Mania podcast. Johnny discusses what it was like working with Blackie Lawless, touring with W.A.S.P. and much more! —————————————————————— The attached podcast is worth a listen. Some quality comments made by Johnny Rod are noted below: “You can cut[…]

September 11, 2015

KOKAINE Kiss Tour Promoter Andrew McManus Arrested on cocaine related charges

KOKAINE Kiss Tour Promoter Andrew McManus Arrested on cocaine related charges Australian promoter Andrew McManus has been arrested on drug related charges for allegedly importing 300 kilograms of cocaine and for money laundering. Noise 11 — McManus is the promoter for the upcoming KISS tour in Australia, due to start in Perth on October 3 via his current operation One World Entertainment. One World Entertainment is also behind forthcoming Australian tours for Def Leppard, Eddy[…]

September 10, 2015

FIRE DRAGON CARTEL Jake E Lee and bandmates escape death and watch limo burn to a crisp

FIRE DRAGON CARTEL Jake E Lee and bandmates watch limo burn to a crisp San Jose — Just in time to grab some headlines in a week of rock n’ roll fires Red Dragon Cartel is the latest victim. The Ohio based group The Loveless lost their entire trailer full of gear in an unfortunate roadside incident they experienced last week traveling between gigs. Metal Sludge reported on that HERE. Then yesterday morning we all woke up to the[…]

September 9, 2015

TWISTED KISSER Dee Snider calls out Paul Stanley: ‘I will bury you, son.’

TWISTED KISSER Dee Snider challenges Paul Stanley ‘I will bury you, son.’ Facebook – Never at a loss for words Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider was quick to reply to recent comments made by Paul Stanley of Kiss on the Talk Is Jericho podcast. Stanley is quoted as calling Dee Snider and his band Twisted Sister “a bunch of buffoons” and some other choice words. buy mobic online in the best USA pharmacy https://celandassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/png/buy-mobic.html no[…]

September 9, 2015

LICK THIS UP Paul Stanley on Dee Snider and Twisted Sister: “Clueless…bunch of buffoons”

LICK THIS UP Paul Stanley on Dee Snider and Twisted Sister: ‘Clueless…bunch of buffoons’ Blabbermouth — KISS leader Paul Stanley has called Dee Snider a “wannabe” after the TWISTED SISTER frontman referred to the current KISS lineup as an “insult.” During a recent appearance on Eddie Trunk‘s show, Snider criticized Stanley and KISS bassist Gene Simmons for having current KISS members Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer dress up as Peter Criss‘s and Ace Frehley‘s respective “Spaceman”[…]