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Duff McKagan confirmed to tour with Guns N’ Roses in South America

by Zach Shaw | Apr 1, 2014 | News, Reunions, We're Getting The Band Back Together...Sort Of

Yesterday, Duff McKagan teased that he planned to rejoin Guns N’ Roses for more than just a few songs. Now we have confirmation that McKagan will indeed be filling in for current bassist Tommy Stinson for five South American dates, starting on April 6 in Buenos Aires,...

Riot reforming with new singer

by Zach Shaw | Nov 22, 2013 | We're Getting The Band Back Together...Sort Of

Riot’s comeback hit a roadblock last year after guitarist/founding member Mark Reale passed away from complications of Crohn’s disease. While the group continued to perform a handful of shows shortly after the death, Riot’s future seemed unclear. Last night, though,...

Blake Judd confirms release of “final” Twilight album

by Zach Shaw | Nov 5, 2013 | Releases, We're Getting The Band Back Together...Sort Of

Blake Judd has been on a roll since his release from jail. Less than a day after premiering a new song from Nachtmystium, Judd has taken to his personal Facebook account to share updates on another one of his projects, Twilight. More specifically, Judd states that not...

Dark Angel members address reunion rumors, continue to say “not so fast”

by Zach Shaw | Aug 30, 2013 | We're Getting The Band Back Together...Sort Of

Many fans were surprised to learn that Dark Angel were reuniting for Germany’s Keep It True XVII festival in April 2014. And as it turns out, so were the members of Dark Angel. Shortly after the announcement, singer Don Doty and drummer Gene Hoglan issued individual...

Kyuss Lives On… As A Completely New Group

by Zach Shaw | Nov 29, 2012 | We're Getting The Band Back Together...Sort Of

We were a little surprised to hear yesterday that bassist Nick Oliveri was rejoining Kyuss Lives! Mainly because a recent court ruling has barred singer John Garcia and drummer Brant Bjork from releasing material under the moniker, while they could only tour under the...

Static-X Returns! Well… Sort Of

by Metal Insider | Jul 2, 2012 | We're Getting The Band Back Together...Sort Of

It’s been about two years since Static-X became inactive, leaving frontman Wayne Static to pursue a solo career. Well, now it appears that Static-X is indeed back…sort of. This time around, Wayne is the only constant amidst X variables. Or in less...

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In Vain say final farewell to beloved vocalist, drop his final project

Norwegian progressive death/black metal outfit In Vain have left a parting gift for 2025 and, in honor of late vocalist Sindre Nedland, are sharing the release of his final solo album, Embers. The record was completed just days before Nedland's passing in March 2025,...

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