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PRPhotos.comRob Halford of Judas Priest says that he’s “stoked” about working on his debut blues solo album. He’s collaborating with the same team that helped him during the making of his 2019 Christmas LP, Celestial. Those involved include his brother Nigel and his nephew Alex, who is the son of Priest bassist, Ian Hill. About…

Getty ImagesSlash’s new song, “Fill My World” was inspired by Myles Kennedy’s dog, Mozart. The idea came when Kennedy couldn’t get home to his dog during a storm, but was watching him through a security camera. Although Mozart was secure, he was freaking out with the sounds of the storm. Kennedy says that the song…

PRPhotos.comGenesis bassist/guitarist Mike Rutherford’s debut solo album is about to be reissued. Released in 1980, Smallcreep’s Day, will be available on CD on March 25. Rutherford recorded it during a time that Genesis wasn’t very active. During the same time period, keyboard player, Tony Banks also recorded his first solo album. This all happened just…

PRPhotos.comThe home where Lynyrd Skynyrd’s founding vocalist, the late, Ronnie Van Zant grew up, is now rentable on Airbnb. Known as The Van Zant House, the Jacksonville, Florida property is listed as an official heritage site. A plaque in front of the home notes that Ronnie, along with his brothers, current Lynyrd Skynyrd singer, Johnny…

PRPhotos.comA collection of Vinnie Paul videos has been posted online in one location for easy fan access. The 44 minute of Vinnie talking covers 7 years of online messages. The YouTube channel, Aaros Compilations created the tribute and it’s now available for viewing. Co-founder of Pantera and a member of Hellyeah for 12 years, he…

PRPhotos.comAs Scorpions gear up for an album release, they have dropped a new single. “Shining of Your Soul,” is a more mid-tempo paced song with singer, Klaus Meine opening up about the uncertainties of love and how his heart is overpowered once a certain someone is near. Meine said, “The new material sees us return…

Getty ImagesFoo Fighters have released a new trailer for the upcoming horror-comedy film, Studio 666. The story is about a metal rock band moving into a demon-obsessed house to record their next album. Dave Grohl’s character, at first is inspired, but then, as the recording continues, he’s overtaken by the demons and spirits. Because of…

Getty ImagesFor the 8th time, Metallica Night has been scheduled for Major League Baseball’s San Francisco Giants. The event, which has previously seen Kirk Hammett and James Hetfield perform the national anthem and drummer Lars Ulrich throw out the ceremonial first pitch, has been on hold due to the pandemic. Through a press release, the…

Getty ImagesPaul McCartney has announced a 13-city U.S. tour. Last week, rumors were circulating when a date popped up on Ticketmaster without any announcement. A few of the stops include Los Angeles, Syracuse, and Boston. The tour will see his live debuts in Hollywood FL, Knoxville TN and Winston-Salem NC. Also… Paul will stop in…