Downswing have premiered a new video for their new song “Emptiness Remains.” This track is from the band’s newly released album “And Everything Was Dark.”
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Nicko McBrain Says He Is Technically Still A Member Of Iron Maiden
During a recent appearance on Waste Some Time With Jason Green,, Nicko McBrain further discussed his decision to retire from touring with Iron Maiden. The drummer also confirmed that he is “still a member of the band.”
McBrain said the following:
“I’m still a member of the band, but what does that mean exactly? Well, I’m still part of the family, so I do a lot of work with the fan club, and I’m going out and doing still IRON MAIDEN-related stuff [at conventions like Son Of Monsterpalooza]. And, yeah, it’s great.”
He continued when asked about a new album:
“First of all, there’s no plans to make a new album as yet. That could change. So if that that’s the case, maybe I’ll be asked to do a couple of songs.”
He also added the following about his health issues:
“I had a stroke in ’23, in January, January the 19th, to be exact. And it left my right side paralyzed down to the waist and just slightly below. I couldn’t move my leg very well. Anyway, it left me with a handicap of not being able to play fast single-stroke rolls, 16th notes, 32nd notes, a tempo like that, and then on from there. You need two hands to do that kind of speed, and [my right arm] just didn’t work [the same way] anymore. So, we used to have to change the drum fills on various songs over the last two tours, the ‘Legacy Of The Beast’ tour part two, and then ‘Future Past’. But going forward, there were songs on this new set that I knew I would have difficulty playing, and we wouldn’t wanna change them, like the parts we changed, say, in ‘Trooper’, for instance; I didn’t play the big drum fills anymore. So, we agreed. I had a big conversation with Steve [Harris, MAIDEN bassist and founder] and I told him, ‘Look, I’m finding it very difficult with all the traveling and the recuperating time.’ We didn’t have days off, so to speak. And he said, ‘Okay, I get it. And maybe it’s best.’ And so it was more of 80 percent me, 20 percent in agreement with the rest of the guys to hang it up. And that’s why I retired.”
[via Blabbermouth]
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Trivium Recruit Former Whitechapel Drummer Alex Rüdinger For Fall Tour
Trivium have recruited former Whitechapel drummer Alex Rüdinger for their upcoming tour with Jinjer and Heriot. Greyson Nekrutman (Sepultura) was previously expected to fill in, but was unable to due to scheduling conflicts.
Trivium commented:
“Hi everyone:
As we prepare to hit the road next week for our North American tour we wanted to explain where we are with our drummer.
We want to sincerely thank Greyson Nekrutman for stepping in and crushing it with us at Aftershock Festival. It was an honor to share the stage with such a powerhouse talent, and we’re grateful to both Greyson and Sepultura for making it possible.
As we look ahead to our North American tour with Jinjer and Heriot and into a new album cycle, the realities of scheduling made it clear that Greyson wouldn’t be able to continue with us for the tour. There’s nothing but respect between us — Greyson is a humble, confident, and passionate musician, and we’ll always be fans.
That said, we’re excited to share that we’ve reconnected with a drummer we’ve known for over a decade — Alex Rudinger (formerly of Whitechapel). Fun fact: we asked Alex to join Trivium nine years ago, but the timing didn’t align.
Alex Rudinger will join us on tour starting next week and will be part of our writing sessions for the next Trivium record. We’re thrilled to finally share the stage with him and explore what’s ahead.
See you on the road.
– Trivium”
Rüdinger added:
“Beyond thrilled to be doing this. I’ve been so focused on learning material that I’ve barely had time to even process it. Been GRINDIN’, transcribed 14+ songs, learning & drilling them on the kit (trying to remember to rest, a challenge for me. Lol!) — just truly so stoked to do this. I have more I want to say but, for the moment, I’mma get back to practicing…! Getting the material all sick is my top priority! Will make a better post soon. But yeah — just, so stoked y’all.”
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Aerosmith And Yungblud Recruit Steve Martin For “Desert Road Version” Of “My Only Angel”
Aerosmith and Yungblud have shared a video for a new “Desert Road Version” of their song “My Only Angel.” You can check that out below. The updated take on the track also features banjo from comedian Steve Martin. As previously reported, Aerosmith and Yungblud’s new collaborative EP, “One More Time,” will be released on November 21.
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Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators To Mix New Album In January
Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators are planning to mix their new album in January. However, the effort won’t be released until 2027.
Slash said the following during a recent appearance on SiriusXM’s “Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk”:
“It’s done. We still have to mix it. I’m gonna mix it in January. I think it’s in January — somewhere in there when I get back — and mix it and finish it up. But it doesn’t come out till 2027. But then we’re gonna do a full-blown tour. And that’s the thing, is I had to find a window where I could do a full-scale tour with the Conspirators. And I didn’t wanna release it until I was able to do that, and 2027 is the real window for it. So that’s when the record comes out.”
He also added:
“It’s really cool — the record’s badass. All things considered, I don’t like to hype a record up, but I’m excited about it.”
[via Blabbermouth]
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