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Photo: Roddy Bottum / Instagram   Faith No More keyboardist Roddy Bottum has ruled out the band returning, saying no one in the group is interested anymore.  The band first broke up in 1998 before reuniting in 2009 and touring until 2021, when plans fell apart during the pandemic.  Shows were canceled after singer Mike Patton revealed he was struggling with agoraphobia.  Photo: Roddy Bottum / Instagram While Patton later returned to touring with Mr. Bungle, Faith No More never regrouped.  Drummer Mike Bordin had earlier said Patton was unwilling to perform with them again.  Now promoting his new memoir The Royal We , Bottum told Alternative Nation  that it’s not just Patton who isn’t up for it.  He said the band already achieved what they wanted artistically and don’t see a reason to reunite.  Bottum added he doubts Faith No More would ever be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, calling them “too weird and unorthodox” for such an...

Photo: Sam Rivers / Instagram   Limp Bizkit remain one of the biggest nu-metal bands in the world, and much of their sound comes from bassist Sam Rivers.  Known for his catchy and creative basslines, Rivers helped shape the band’s biggest songs, including Rearranged , which came together during a soundcheck.  “That bassline was the first thing that came out of my head.  By the end of the soundcheck we had the whole song down,” Rivers said.  Photo: Sam Rivers / Instagram His teamwork with guitarist Wes Borland gave Limp Bizkit their mix of heavy riffs and deep grooves.  Rivers began playing bass as a teen, drawing inspiration from players like Pearl Jam’s Jeff Ament and Tool’s Justin Chancellor.  He used Warwick Streamer basses and often added his own setup for a unique tone.  Over the years, he mixed dry and gritty sounds using pedals and fuzz to make his tone stand out.  Onstage, Rivers switched between several basses tuned low for Limp Biz...

Photo: Chino Moreno / Instagram   Deftones frontman Chino Moreno has called the band’s 1997 album Around The Fur   “one of my favourites – if not my favourite record – of ours.”  In a new interview with Revolver , he said making the LP felt like “catching lightning in a bottle.”  Moreno recalled that the album was written and recorded quickly at Studio Litho in Seattle, owned by Pearl Jam’s Stone Gossard.  Photo: Chino Moreno / Instagram He said the process gave the record a raw, natural energy that still stands the test of time. Moreno also compared it to their new album Private Music , which was made in different studios.  The singer said he now enjoys recording in varied places, even drawing inspiration from spots like Malibu’s Zuma Beach.  Around The Fur  includes hits like “My Own Summer (Shove It)” and “Be Quiet and Drive (Far Away).”  Deftones will tour the UK and Europe next year, including a show at London’s O2 Arena. Read Next:...

Photo: Serj Tankian / Instagram   Serj Tankian has shared an update on the current state of System of a Down, saying the band is “having the best time of our lives.” In a new interview with Kerrang! , Tankian said he and his bandmates are closer than ever after taking time apart to “go back to our own corners, assess things, and come back together.” The band has been touring across the Americas this year and already has a European tour set for 2026. Photo: Serj Tankian / Instagram However, fans shouldn’t expect a new album soon, as there are no plans to follow up 2005’s Mezmerize  and Hypnotize . Tankian explained that the group now only plays 10 to 15 shows a year, choosing places they truly want to visit rather than doing full tours. “We’re not selling widgets. We’re artists, and we want to remain that way,” he said. He added that they prefer to keep things personal and fun, focusing on friendship over business. Tankian said the band is grateful for the continued love from f...

Photo: Alex Rüdinger / Instagram   TRIVIUM has officially welcomed Alex Rüdinger (formerly of WHITECHAPEL) as their new drummer after parting ways with longtime member Alex Bent earlier this month.  Rüdinger shared his excitement on social media, calling the opportunity “a second chance at something that I always wanted.”  He explained that nearly ten years ago, he was offered a spot in TRIVIUM but chose to stay with his then-new band GOOD TIGER, a decision he later came to regret.  Photo: Alex Rüdinger / Instagram After hearing about Bent’s exit, Rüdinger immediately reached out and was invited to join.  He thanked Matt Heafy, Corey Beaulieu, and Paolo Gregoletto for trusting him and said he’s ready to perform songs he’s been learning for the band’s fall 2025 North American tour.  Heafy commented on Rüdinger’s post, saying, “It took us a decade — but we’re finally making music together.”  Rüdinger will also take part in writing TRIVIUM’s next studio a...

Photo: Noah Sebastian / Instagram   BAD OMENS have announced their 2026 North American arena tour with special guests BEARTOOTH and PRESIDENT.  The tour starts February 22 in Salt Lake City, Utah, at the Delta Center and will visit major cities across the U.S. and Canada.  Fans can expect their trademark mix of heavy sound, striking visuals, and emotional live energy.  Photo: Noah Sebastian / Instagram The band will perform new songs like “Specter,” “Impose,” and “Dying To Love,” which have topped rock charts.  Artist presales start October 28 at noon local time, with general tickets on sale October 31 at 10 a.m.  BAD OMENS’ rise follows the success of their 2022 gold album The Death Of Peace Of Mind  and its hit single “Just Pretend.”  Their shows have drawn sold-out crowds around the world, with support from growing fan demand.  The tour marks another big chapter for one of modern rock’s fastest-rising acts. Read Next: Kelly Osbourne Opens...

Photo: Kelly Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne / Instagram   Kelly Osbourne shared a heartfelt message on Instagram about spending her first birthday without her father, Ozzy Osbourne.  She posted photos of old birthday cards he had written and said they meant everything to her.  Kelly wrote that knowing she will never receive one again breaks her heart. She said, “I love you, Daddy.  Photo: Kelly Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne / Instagram Tomorrow will suck without you.” The Osbourne family has been mourning Ozzy’s death earlier this year while finding ways to honor him.  Kelly had earlier posted a tribute mentioning “Changes” by Black Sabbath, showing their deep bond.  She also helped her mother Sharon celebrate her first birthday without Ozzy by filling the room with balloons and gifts.  Fans have sent love and support as the family continues to remember the rock legend together. Read Next: Tobias Forge Defends Ghost’s Setlist Choices: “Changing It Every Night Is In...

Photo: Tobias Forge / Instagram   Tobias Forge, frontman of Ghost, recently spoke about fans asking the band to change their setlist every night.  In an interview with HardDrive, Forge said this request is “insane” and goes against how Ghost operates on tour.  He explained that many fans in different cities have not yet seen the current show, so the band wants to keep the production the same for everyone.  Photo: Tobias Forge / Instagram Forge said changing everything each night would be impossible since their concerts involve complex lights, visuals, and stage setups. To keep things fresh, Ghost added rotating song slots that change every show, so no two nights are exactly alike.  Forge said this helps both fans and the band enjoy the show more.  “It keeps everyone on their toes,” he shared, adding that it makes each performance fun and surprising for the group. Ghost’s ongoing “Skeletour” World Tour highlights songs from their new album Skeleta  and ...

Photo: Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau / Instagram   Katy Perry celebrated her 41st birthday in Paris with former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau by her side.  The two attended a cabaret show on Saturday, Oct. 25, and were seen holding hands as they left the theater, according to TMZ and Backgrid photos.  Perry wore a red gown with black heels, while Trudeau dressed in a black suit.  Photo: Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau / Instagram Neither has commented on their rumored romance, which has sparked talk since Trudeau attended Perry’s Montreal concert in July.  Reports earlier this year said they were seen walking and having dinner together.  Perry recently split from actor Orlando Bloom, with whom she shares a 5-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove.  The pair said they will keep co-parenting with love and respect.  Trudeau also separated from his wife, Sophie Grégoire, in 2023 after 18 years of marriage. Read Next: Jon Bon Jovi Hints at Future Biopic And Re...

Photo: Jon Bon Jovi / Instagram   Jon Bon Jovi has said he would like to see a movie about his life “at some point,” after the release of his friend Bruce Springsteen’s new film Deliver Me From Nowhere .  The movie, which came out on October 24, stars Jeremy Allen White as Springsteen during the time he wrote his 1982 album Nebraska .  Bon Jovi told The Sun  he hopes his own story will one day be made into a film.  Photo: Jon Bon Jovi / Instagram He even suggested his son, 23-year-old actor Jake Bongiovi, could play him in the movie.  “I’m not in my final chapter yet,” Bon Jovi said. “I’m living my next chapter.”  That next chapter includes a big 2026 tour with shows in the UK, Ireland, and a New York residency.  The band will play at Madison Square Garden in July and stadiums in Edinburgh, Dublin, and London later that summer.  These will be Bon Jovi’s biggest shows since his 2022 throat surgery, and he says he’s “ready and excited” to be ba...

Photo: Bad Bunny / Instagram   Bad Bunny was named the Top Latin Artist of the 21st Century  at the Billboard Latin Music Awards, where the honor was presented by legend Rita Moreno .  Moreno praised his success and spoke about the struggles Latino artists once faced in the U.S.  Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio , thanked her and dedicated the award to young artists chasing their dreams.  Photo: Bad Bunny / Instagram The win comes just months before he headlines the Super Bowl LX halftime show  in February 2026, becoming the first Latin-American male solo artist to do so.  His Super Bowl selection sparked backlash from some critics over his Spanish-language set and past immigration comments.  NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell  defended the choice, saying the decision was “carefully thought through.”  The award celebrates Bad Bunny’s record-breaking albums and global cultural impact.  He also took home 11 awa...

Photo: Chad Gray / Instagram   MUDVAYNE singer Chad Gray is giving fans a one-of-a-kind chance to join his “pre-show makeup experience” during the band’s L.D. 50 25th Anniversary  tour.  For $3,000, one fan per city can spend an hour with Chad as he prepares for the show, watching him put on his full stage makeup.  The package also includes a solid silver Mudagram necklace from Room101, signed by Chad and complete with a certificate of authenticity.  Photo: Chad Gray / Instagram Chad said it takes him three hours to get ready each night and that this experience lets fans see the real process up close.  He added that the first session went great, with music, laughs, and a Q&A that made it a fun, personal moment.  Chad said only 32 necklaces will ever be made, available only through these meet-and-greets.  The tour began on September 11 in Iowa and ends October 26 in Connecticut.  MUDVAYNE recently released its first new songs in 16 years,...

Photo: Axl Rose, Isaac Carpenter / Instagram   Guns N’ Roses have released a statement about Axl Rose’s on-stage meltdown during their Buenos Aires show on October 18.  The band said Rose’s anger came from a sound issue, not from new drummer Isaac Carpenter.  During the first song, “Welcome To The Jungle,” Rose’s in-ear monitor only played the drums, causing him to lose his temper.  Photo: Axl Rose / Instagram He threw his microphone, took off his jacket, and briefly walked off stage before returning.  The group explained that the problem was fixed by the third song and that the rest of the night went well.  They also praised Carpenter, calling him “top notch and a great drummer.”  Carpenter joined the band after Frank Ferrer left in March following 17 years with the group.  Meanwhile, Slash said the band is thinking about making new music, though no plans are confirmed yet. Read Next: Lou Gramm Says He Forgot FOREIGNER Lyrics After Brain Surgery ...

Photo: Lou Gramm / Instagram   Former FOREIGNER singer Lou Gramm shared that after his brain surgery nearly 30 years ago, he couldn’t remember the words to the band’s classic songs.   Gramm was diagnosed with a brain tumor called a craniopharyngioma and underwent a 19-hour surgery that damaged his pituitary gland.  The operation caused major health issues, including weight gain and memory loss.  Photo: Lou Gramm / Instagram Lou said that during his early shows after surgery, he had to tape the song lyrics in a semicircle around his mic stand to help him remember.  His doctors told him not to tour for at least a year, but the band’s manager pushed him to perform only two months later.  Despite the struggles, Gramm slowly recovered and returned to performing.  He later wrote about his experience in his book Juke Box Hero: My Five Decades In Rock ’N’ Roll .  Lou is set to rejoin FOREIGNER onstage for select shows, performing the band’s biggest hits o...

Photo: Steven Tyler, YUNGBLUD, Joe Perry / Instagram   YUNGBLUD is teaming up with rock legends Aerosmith for a new EP titled One More Time , out everywhere on November 21.  The “Zombie” singer said the project began after Joe Perry messaged him to praise his song “Hello Heaven, Hello,” leading to an impromptu studio session with Perry and Steven Tyler in Florida.  YUNGBLUD described their chemistry as “two puppies and a cat,” saying he and Tyler shared wild energy while Perry stayed cool and focused.  Photo: YUNGBLUD / Instagram   The EP will include a “stadium rock & roll” song, an “outlaw country” track, and a new version of Aerosmith’s “Back In The Saddle.”  YUNGBLUD also recalled how Ozzy Osbourne once told him to “conquer America,” which he’s now working hard to do.  His U.S. tour sold out within minutes, showing his growing fan base across the country.  The British rocker said breaking into America means a lot to him because “it’s wher...

Photo: Alex Feder, Brad Delson / Instagram   Alex Feder has spoken about the mixed reaction he’s received from Linkin Park fans after stepping in for longtime guitarist Brad Delson on tour.  Delson, who no longer plays live, remains a member of the band and personally chose Feder to take his place.  In a chat with Andertons Music Co., Feder said some fans on message boards are unhappy that he doesn’t play every part exactly like Delson did.  Photo: Alex Feder / Instagram He explained that while he aims to honor the band’s classic sound, he also adds his own small touches when playing live.  Feder said Linkin Park isn’t a “guitar hero” type of band, so he avoids flashy solos or big changes to their songs.  Still, he admitted that even small tweaks, like palm muting parts of “A Place for My Head,” have upset a few die-hard fans.  When that happens, he checks in with Delson and Mike Shinoda to make sure his approach fits the band’s vision.  Feder s...

Photo: Sam Rivers / Instagram   TMZ has shared new information about the death of LIMP BIZKIT bassist Sam Rivers , who passed away on October 18 at age 48 .  A spokesperson for St. Johns County Fire Rescue in Florida said they responded to a call about a “nonresponsive person in cardiac arrest” that day.  The Sheriff’s Office also confirmed deputies arrived for an “attended death,” meaning Rivers had been under medical care for a serious illness.  Photo: Sam Rivers / Instagram Rivers, born in Jacksonville in 1977, helped form LIMP BIZKIT in 1994 with Fred Durst and John Otto.  He left the band in 2015 due to liver problems caused by alcohol abuse and later received a liver transplant.  In a past interview, Rivers said doctors told him he would die if he didn’t stop drinking.  He returned to the band in 2018 and stayed until his passing.  His bandmates paid tribute, calling him “our brother, our heartbeat, and pure magic.” Read Next: PETA Urges Ro...

Photo: Robert Plant / Instagram   PETA has asked Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant to temporarily change his name to “Robert Plant Wool” to mark November as Plant Wool Month.  The campaign aims to raise awareness for plant-based alternatives to sheep’s wool.  In a letter to the rock legend, PETA said the move would help promote eco-friendly yarns made from hemp, cotton, and orange waste.  Photo: Robert Plant / Instagram   The group said it wants people to turn away from the wool and cashmere industries, which it claims harm animals and the planet.  PETA’s Elisa Allen said the campaign celebrates animal-free and plastic-free yarns that support sustainable fashion.  The group also pointed out that sheep farming produces methane and uses chemicals that hurt the environment.  Plant Wool Month also honors farmers and designers who create clothes from plant materials.  Robert Plant has not yet responded, as he continues his US tour for his new al...

Photo: Brian May / Instagram   Queen guitarist Brian May has admitted he was never fully happy with the band’s first single, “ Keep Yourself Alive . ” Despite its success and lasting appeal, May said the studio version lost the natural feel of the demo that first caught their energy.  He explained that the original demo was more relaxed and alive, and he’s believed ever since that making demos can sometimes hurt the final recording.  Photo: Brian May / Instagram   The song, from Queen’s 1973 debut album, introduced the world to their layered sound and powerful vocals.  May, who built many of Queen’s trademark guitar sounds, felt the track didn’t capture the same magic as their early take.  He once said, “The more you chase it, the further it gets away.” Still, fans embraced the song as a strong start to the band’s legendary career.  Even if May wasn’t satisfied, “Keep Yourself Alive” remains a classic moment in rock history. Read Next: Bon Jovi Team Up...

Photo: Bon Jovi, Robbie Williams / Instagram   Bon Jovi have joined forces with Robbie Williams for a new version of their song ‘We Made It Look Easy’.  The track first appeared on the band’s 2024 album Forever  and now returns on Forever (Legendary Edition) , out October 24.  Jon Bon Jovi called Robbie “one of the greatest entertainers” and said, “He’s lived this lyric.  I knew he’d deliver.”  Photo: Bon Jovi, Robbie Williams / Instagram The upcoming record features other stars like Bruce Springsteen, Avril Lavigne, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Ryan Tedder, The War & Treaty, and Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott. The band earlier shared their Springsteen collab ‘Hollow Man’ and a new single ‘Red, White & Jersey’.  Robbie, meanwhile, is set to release his next album BRITPOP  on February 6, 2026.  The album includes guests like Tony Iommi, Gaz Coombes, and Chris Martin.  He will also hit the road next year for his ‘Long 90s’ UK tour startin...

Photo: Fred Durst, Sam Rivers / Instagram   Fred Durst has shared an emotional video tribute to Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers , who died on October 19 at age 48.  In an eight-minute Instagram video, Durst called Rivers a “gifted and wonderful person” and remembered how they first met at a small bar in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.  He said he was blown away by Rivers’ smooth playing and unique five-string bass style, which made him stand out instantly. Photo: Fred Durst / Instagram   After the show, Durst asked him to start a band, and Rivers agreed on the spot, marking the beginning of Limp Bizkit.  Durst said he then introduced Rivers to drummer John Otto, Rivers’ cousin, and their early jam sessions in Sam’s garage felt “magical.”  He recalled Rivers’ love for grunge bands like Alice in Chains and Stone Temple Pilots, which helped shape Limp Bizkit’s sound.  “He could pull this beautiful sadness out of the bass,” Durst said.  The singer ended h...

Photo: Sam Rivers / Instagram   Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers has died at 48, leaving fans shocked and heartbroken.  The band confirmed his death on October 18, calling him “pure magic” and “the heartbeat” of Limp Bizkit.  No cause of death has been confirmed, but fans are questioning if his long battle with liver disease played a part.  Photo: Sam Rivers / Instagram Rivers once revealed that years of heavy drinking caused him to develop severe liver disease, which forced him to leave the band in 2015.  He later said he quit drinking, followed doctor’s advice, and got a liver transplant that helped him recover.  After taking time off to heal, Rivers rejoined Limp Bizkit and returned to touring with his bandmates.  As of now, neither the band nor his family has shared more details about how he died.  Fans and fellow musicians are remembering him as a true legend and the soul of Limp Bizkit. Read Next: Katy Perry To Headline ‘Pop Day’ at Rock In ...