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  • Saxon’s Biff Byford Finishes First Round Of Chemotherapy Following Bowel Cancer Diagnosis

    Saxon’s Biff Byford has shared a new health update amid his battle with bowel cancer. The frontman recently underwent his first round of chemotherapy.

    Byford said the following:

    “It’s Biff here. Just checking in to let you know how things are going. Yeah, so I went through the first chemo. I’m feeling pretty good, actually. A bit brutal at times, but I had a week off, so I’m feeling good now.

    Yeah, Belfast is sold out, by the way, so get your tickets bought for the rest of the shows. Everything’s going well. So, yeah, I’m gonna be out getting fit, exercising in a couple of weeks, [getting] ready [for the tour]. At the moment, [I’m] writing the new [Saxon] album. There’s a track playing in the background, actually. If you can listen, check it out.

    So, yeah, we’ll see everybody in November. And I’ll give you an update later on, next month, to see how everything’s going. So yeah, keep the faith and peace and quiet. See you soon.”

    [via Blabbermouth]

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  • Sharon Osbourne Thanks Fans For Their Support Following Ozzy’s Death

    Sharon Osbourne has taken to social media to thank fans for their support following the passing of her husband Ozzy Osbourne. She says all of the “comments, posts, and tributes have brought [her] more comfort than you know.”

    Sharon said the following:

    “I’m still having trouble finding the words to express how grateful I am for the overwhelming love and support you’ve shown on social media. Your comments, posts, and tributes have brought me more comfort than you know. None of it has gone unnoticed, in fact, it’s carried me through many nights.

    Though I’m still finding my footing, I wanted to share some glorious creatures I had the chance to spend an afternoon with. The connection you make with these powerful birds is built entirely on trust and confidence. They’ll choose to perch on you only if they sense you are safe and unafraid of them. It’s a bond I know all too well, and the experience was nothing short of magical.

    I love you all, and I thank you deeply for the otherworldly amount of love you continue to send my way. ✌️❤️”

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  • Foo Fighters Announce Surprise San Luis Obispo, CA Show

    Foo Fighters will be playing a surprise show at the Fremont Theater in San Luis Obispo, CA on September 13. Fans who wish to attend will have to buy tickets at the box office.

    The band shared more information:

    Know before you purchase:

    • In person box office sales only. You may line up to purchase tickets at the venue beginning at 7am PT on Saturday, September 13th. Please be courteous of neighboring businesses and the community. Do not line up before this time.
    • Fremont Theater is located at 1035 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.
    • Sales begin at approximately 8am PT on Saturday, September 13th , no earlier.
    • The person attending the event must be present at the time of the purchase with their physical ID and credit card.
    • Tickets will be $30 per ticket.
    • No Cash. No Contactless or Digital Cards. Physical Credit and Debit Cards Only.
    • There is a 2-ticket limit per person.
    • Please notify venue staff at the time of purchase if you require accessible accommodations.

    Yay! You’ve got tickets! What to know now:

    • You may line up to enter for the event starting at 5pm PT.
    • When doors open for the event, your physical ID is required to enter the venue. No Exceptions.
    • At the entry point, we check your ID and match it to the order in our system. Entry into the venue is dependent on your physical ID matching the order in our system.
    • If you purchased 2 tickets, you and your guest must enter the venue together. If you enter without your guest, your second ticket may be forfeited.
    • After your identity is verified, you will go through security and directly into the venue. Please review the venue FAQs and permitted items here.
    • Once you enter the venue, there is absolutely no re-entry after you exit. That means no ins-and-outs. No Exceptions.
    • The event is General Admission Standing in the front of the venue with limited first come, first served seating in the back. Please plan accordingly.
    • For this event: Bags that are 4.5”x6” and smaller are permitted. No Cameras (Phones are OK). No Gum. No Sharpies. No Outside Food or Drink.
    • Click here for all venue FAQs.

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  • Nile Welcome Bassist/Vocalist Adam Roethlisberger To The Band

    Nile have recruited Adam Roethlisberger (ex-Vitriol) as their new bassist/vocalist. The band commented:

    “We’re proud to announce that Adam Roethlisberger has joined Nile on bass and vocals. Fans of his work already know the power and precision he brings, and he’s proven to be the perfect fit for our band. The energy has never been stronger, we’re playing and sounding tighter than ever! Come witness it for yourself on the current tour. \m/”

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  • Thornhill Share New Teaser

    Thornhill have shared a cryptic teaser video featuring the word “Mercia.” You can check that out below. Many have speculated that the teaser could be leading up to new music.

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  • Mötley Crüe’s Vince Neil Says He Suffered A Stroke Last Christmas

    Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil has further explained the initial postponement of the band’s Las Vegas residency. As it turns out, he suffered a stroke on December 25, 2024.

    Neil told the Las Vegas Review-Journal that he felt fine when he went to bed on Christmas, but when he woke up he discovered that his “whole left side went out.” He continued:

    “I had to learn to walk again, and that was tough. The doctors said they didn’t think I’d be able to go back on stage again. I go, ‘No, no, I’m gonna do it. Watch and see.’”

    Neil went on to say he had months of physical therapy:

    “I went from people carrying me to the bathroom, because I couldn’t walk myself, finally to a wheelchair. I graduated to a walker, and then I had a cane. Now I don’t need anything. But it’s like a full-time job getting back to where you feel good again.”

    He added:

    “It takes a while to get your brain to start moving your legs, for them to do what your brain wants to do. You try to walk but it doesn’t come out right.”

    He also revealed that he was undergoing ladder agility drills from a local football coach:

    “I’ve doing that a lot, a lot of running — I learned how to run again. “It’s been tough, but I’m back, I’m 90-, 95-percent to where I was before, and it’s going to be great.”

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  • Imperial Triumphant’s Steve Blanco To Release Piano Versions Of The Band’s Music

    Imperial Triumphant bassist/keyboardist Steve Blanco has announced a new album titled “Imprints Of Man.” The effort features piano versions of the band’s songs and it will be available on November 15. His new take on “Merkurius Gilded” can be streamed below:

    “Imprints Of Man” Track Listing:

    01. “Merkurius Gilded”
    02. “Swarming Opulence”
    03. “Gotham Luxe”
    04. “Rotted Futures”
    05. “Maximalist Scream”
    06. “Crushing The Idol”
    07. “F# Minor Fugue” (Johann Sebastian Bach cover)

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  • Yungblud And Aerosmith Teasing “Secret” Plans

    It looks like Yungblud and Aerosmith have something in the works together. The two acts recently teased their plans, confirming that they have “a secret and nobody knows it.” It is unclear what they have up their sleeves, but some have speculated that it could be a collaborative release or a live show. This news comes after Yungblud and members of Aerosmith recently took part in an Ozzy Osbourne tribute during this year’s MTV Video Music Awards.

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  • Young Musicians From Silverlake Conservatory Of Music Release Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute EP

    Young musicians from the Silverlake Conservatory Of Music (aka the SCM All-Stars) have released a Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute EP. The effort is titled “Our Loving Tribute To Red Hot Chili Peppers” and it features covers of “Subway To Venus,“ “Sick Love,“ “Hump de Bump,” and “Soul To Squeeze.“ Red Hot Chili Peppers vocalist Anthony Kiedis said the following about the EP:

    “I can’t think of anyone I’d rather be tributized by. Student musicians are the best. Let’s all take a listen to how they interpret these tunes. Thank you Flea and good work Merck.”

    Bassist Flea added:

    “The kids! I’m so grateful that our music can be a vehicle for their spirits to fly. This is what music is for. I am so proud of them.”

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  • Metallica Share Pro-Shot Footage Of “Fuel” From Intimate Amagansett, NY Show

    Metallica have shared pro-shot footage of “Fuel” from their August 28 show at the Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, NY. That 500-capacity concert found the band celebrating the launch of SiriusXM’s “Maximum Metallica” channel. Notably, a number of celebrities were in attendance. Among them were Howard Stern, Paul McCartney, Andy Cohen, Colin Jost, Heidi Gardner, Michael J. Fox, Chris Jericho, Maria Menounos, Sylvester Stallone, Chad Smith, etc.

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