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B.A.L.D. MACHINE … Blackie Lawless of W.A.S.P. has been Accused of Wearing a Wig by some Fans, watch his Reaction on Video

Metal Sludge — In the most important music news in recent memory, we’re here to report on whether W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless is bald or not. What say you? A recent video has been shared on the W.A.S.P. Nation official group on Facebook and it includes a video of Lawless addressing the rumors that he is wearing a wig. Lawless, 68, tells a small group at a Q&A (meet and greet) the following (As transcribed[…]

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GOT HAIR? – Nöthin’ But A Good Time: The Uncensored Story of ’80s Hair Metal streaming on Paramount+ starting Sept. 17th >Watch Trailer<

“You didn’t realize what a magical time you were in.” — Riki Rachtman / Cathouse / Headbanger’s Ball “In the 80’s, it was an exciting time in music, it was amazing.” — Bret Michaels / Poison “I’m feel like I am going to die… so I probably shouldn’t be in this band!” — Tracii Guns / L.A. Guns Metal Sludge — Just in-case you need more Hair Metal in your life, your wish will be[…]

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IN MEMORY OF … Steve Riley talks L.A. Guns, Keel and W.A.S.P. history in never-seen-before interview with 80’s Metal Recycle Bin

Metal Sludge — The 80’s Metal Recycle Bin have just dropped a never seen before interview from their archives with Steve Riley just 1 week after his untimely passing. Riley died last week October 24th after suffering various health issues that landed him the hospital. According to a family statement Riley had been battling a severe case of pneumonia for several weeks at the time of his death. The longtime and classic era drummer for[…]

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RIP … Classic L.A. Guns drummer Steve Riley Dead at 67

Updated: Friday October 27th 10:45AM (PST) The Riley family have released an official statement. We have shared it below. RIP Steve Riley —————– A statement from the Riley family: We are devastated to share that Steve Riley has passed away at the age of 67. Steve had been battling a severe case of pneumonia for several weeks, and on Tuesday, Oct. 24, succumbed to the illness. His wife Mary Louise and son Cole were by[…]

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L.E.G. MACHINE … Blackie Lawless of W.A.S.P. will Perform Seated on Final Dates of European Tour after his Legs were Giving Out at Recent Shows

“My legs were giving out on me and it got dangerous. I will not be able to stand to do the remaining 5 shows, so the compromise I reached with the Doctors was if I would stay seated, in a chair to do these last 5 then they will give me clearance to finish the tour and do those remaining 5 shows.” — Blackie Lawless Metal Sludge — W.A.S.P. singer, founder and chief song-writer Blackie[…]

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McSAINT TO THE RESCUE … Jason McMaster to Step Up and Sing for Armored Saint on W.A.S.P. Tour while John Bush Recovers from Illness

Metal Sludge — Never fear, Jason McMaster is here. That’s right, Jason McMaster is stepping up again to replace a Heavy Metal singer in distress, this time it’s John Bush of Armored Saint. McMaster as most will recall, filled in for Accept last month when their frontman Mark Tornillo came down with an illness and could not continue. McMaster, 57, is best known for fronting Austin Texas legends Dangerous Toys. Jason is not only a[…]

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MONEY TALKS … Ex-W.A.S.P. Guitarist Chris Holmes says Nikki Sixx Sent Him Money to Help with His Cancer Costs but Blackie Lawless Did Not

Metal Sludge — In a brand new video interview Chris Holmes, the Mean Man talks in detail with The Metal Voice about his recent cancer battle and much more. Holmes was a founding member of the band W.A.S.P. and played in the band from 1983-1990 and again from 1996-2001. Holmes is currently in Canada doing some live appearances and touring for the first time in North America in several years. The California native moved to[…]

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CANCER UPDATE … Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes: “I’ve lost a lot of weight”, recovering from 7 Weeks of Radiation and Chemotherapy

Metal Sludge — Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes who has been battling throat and neck cancer has just posted an update. Holmes, 63, lives in France and before his medical challenges had been active as a solo artist performing all over Europe since leaving the U.S. in the summer of 2014. However, the live shows and tours halted when the guitarist was diagnosed with serious health issues earlier this year. It appears that Holmes is[…]

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FUN, FACT OR FICTION … W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless convinced Groupie to perform a Coca-Cola Enema onto a sleeping Nikki Sixx’s face

Metal Sludge — As is the case with the internet, you never know what you might see, hear or learn. And today will be no different as we dig into YouTube and have uncovered a mind bending shock rocker for sure. Veteran radio personality Wes Nessman has been around for more than 40 years, and he’s surely had his fair share of run-ins with rock n’ roll royalty. Most local disc-jockeys or industry types in[…]

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WISE MAN, WISE WORDS … W.A.S.P. leader Blackie Lawless shares his view on the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Metal Sludge — While this website doesn’t look to be political in any context, there comes a time and a place, that certain subjects need covering. Today we’re covering such a subject, the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Below we are sharing the words of Blackie Lawless from the band W.A.S.P.. Lawless has penned a deep and meaningful letter about that current situation and we think it’s worth reading. Below are Blackie’s words as shared via[…]

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