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Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine has reflected on the band’s many lineup changes over the years, saying they all happened for a “legitimate reason”. While Mustaine has remained the driving force and sole consistent member of Megadeth through its near four-decade history, the thrash metal outfit has seen a revolving door of over 20 official members come and go – from the early days of David Ellefson on bass, Gar Samuelson on drums and Chris Poland on guitars to its current iteration featuring bassist James LoMenzo, drummer Dirk Verbeuren, and guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari.

Dave Mustaine says every Megadeth lineup change happened for a “legitimate reason”

Eddie, along with his brother Alex, formed the band Van Halen, catapulting to fame with their electrifying performances and revolutionary sound. Eddie's groundbreaking guitar skills redefined the rock genre. 2 / 7. Van Halen. Debut Album 'Van Halen'(1978):. The self-titled debut album showcased Eddie's virtuoso guitar work, featuring the iconic...

Eddie Van Halen: What Was The Rockstar's Cause Of Death?

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When Jason Bonham first met Alex Van Halen, things didn’t go well. Bonham -- who is currently on tour with Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony on the Best of All Worlds tour -- recalled the incident during a recent interview with KSHE 95 (audio below). “It’s 40 years since...

Why John Bonham ‘Took a Swing’ at Alex Van Halen

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Wolfgang Van Halen is convinced David Lee Roth no longer likes him following a series of YouTube videos that were released by the Van Halen lead singer in recent months. Wolfgang Van Halen appeared on a recent episode of the WTF with Marc Maron podcast where he discussed his years playing bass in the band. Maron eventually brought up Roth and asked if the two of them get along.

Why Wolfgang Van Halen Says David Lee Roth ‘Doesn’t Like’ Him

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David Lee Roth launches exuberant unplugged version of Van Halen's Mean Street

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In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

Ozzy Osbourne and Geezer Butler, the iconic duo from Black Sabbath, have reunited, but not in the way fans might expect. The legendary musicians are starring in a new ad for Aston Villa Football Club, their hometown team in Birmingham, England. In this fresh promotional spot, Osbourne and Butler are...

Black Sabbath Members Just Reunited

Music bands often have complex dynamics and things can sometimes go wrong. Tensions and disagreements often lead to changes in the line-up. Here, we look at five founding members who, despite being instrumental in starting their bands, were asked to leave. 1. Brian Jones (The Rolling Stones) Brian Jones was...

5 Founding Member Who Were Kicked Out of Their Own Bands

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Sammy Hagar delivered on his promise to celebrate the history of Van Halen more intensely than ever at the Akron* stop of his Best of All Worlds tour Monday night. Together with frequent collaborators Joe Satriani and Jason Bonham, Hagar and his longtime running mate Michael Anthony faithfully recreated the high points of their time together in Van Halen with a 22-song set that focused almost exclusively on that era of the band's touring career.

Sammy Hagar’s Van Halen Tour Heats Up in Ohio: Review and Photos

In a new interview with Las Vegas Review-Journal, Sammy Hagar once again discussed his ongoing summer 2024 tour with bassist Michael Anthony, guitarist Joe Satriani and drummer Jason Bonham that focuses largely on the music of VAN HALEN. The 2024 tour comes more than two years after Satriani revealed that he was approached about participating in a VAN HALEN tribute show with David Lee Roth and Alex Van Halen. That project never got off the ground, reportedly because Roth was "holding up" getting everything approved.

SAMMY HAGAR Believes ALEX VAN HALEN's Autobiography Has Something To Do With Drummer's Lack Of Communication

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Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose got the gig of a lifetime when he was tapped to fill in for AC/DC’s Brian Johnson to conclude the band’s “Rock or Bust” tour back in 2016. A lifelong AC/DC fan, Rose was generally well received by both hardcore followers of the band and casual rock listeners.  During an appearance on the On The Road to Rock podcast, former AC/DC drummer Chris Slade, who was also filling in for longtime drummer Phil Rudd on the “Rock or Bust” tour, talked about Axl’s time with the band. “Axl, I think, honestly, he did a...

Ex-AC/DC Drummer Reveals Ultimatum Band Gave To Axl Rose

Michael Anthony looks back on Van Halen’s 2004 tour as one of those “what could have been” experiences. During a recent interview with Ultimate Guitar’s Greg Prato, Anthony discussed the troubled Van Halen tour that took place 20 summers ago. It launched on June 11th, 2004, and lasted 80s shows until the plug was pulled. Here is the article Prato originally posted to Ultimate Guitar and shared with the VHND:

Michael Anthony Reflects On Missed Opportunities Of 2004 Van Halen Tour

In a sprawling new interview, Bob Daisley has given fans a fresh look behind the curtain at Ozzy’s first two solo records – and Rhoads' virtuosic guitar talents. Former Ozzy Osbourne bass player Bob Daisley – who was a key part in establishing the Prince of Darkness' solo career – believes Diary of a Madman is one of the best representations of Randy Rhoads' electric guitar talents.

“Everywhere we went he'd find a classical guitar teacher. He was practicing a piece his tutor had given him. He was turning that into an intro”: Ex-Ozzy Osbourne bassist recalls how Randy Rhoads wrote the guitar parts to Diary of a Madman

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The Moscow Music Peace Festival, held on August 12 and 13, 1989, might have started as a fundraiser for struggling addicts. But it ended in a series of alcohol-fueled fights that ended with Mötley Crüe firing their manager, Doc McGhee, who also produced the event slated as the “Russian Woodstock.”

Vodka, Fist Fights, and Firing: The Moscow Music Peace Festival That Ended in Disaster

There is no mainstream band that has ever struck the balance between imbuing real fear into its audience and entertaining them at the same time like the British-born heavy metal group Black Sabbath. Fronted by Ozzy Osbourne, who is known for biting the heads off animals on stage, the collection of musicians were dark-arts artists as much as they were chart-toppers.

3 Eternal Black Sabbath Songs that Have Stood the Test of Time

Sammy Hagar believes he knows why Alex Van Halen isn’t responding to his recent invites. In an interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Hagar was once again vocal about his desire to have Alex make an on-stage appearance with Hagar during his current Best Of All Worlds tour. “I reached out to Alex a dozen times, before this tour was announced, and got no response. I mean, I’ve asked him to meet me under any conditions, any circumstances, anytime, anyplace, anywhere. It’s not like, ‘Well, let me think about it.’ It’s like, no answer. Zero. ”

Sammy Hagar: Alex Van Halen Avoids Me Because Of His Book

Chicago, IL

Robert Trujillo and Kirk Hammett performed a rendition of "Just One Fix" by hometown heroes MINISTRY during METALLICA's August 11 concert at the Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. "Just One Fix" was part of the fun and unusual feature METALLICA added to its shows on the band's recent tours: at...

Watch: METALLICA's ROBERT TRUJILLO And KIRK HAMMETT Cover MINISTRY's 'Just One Fix' During Chicago Concert

Cooking With Maryann

The flavor combos in this will blow your mind! At only 20 minutes from start to finish, that's a dinner winner in my book! Here's all you'll need to make it (4 servings):. 1 Tbl light soy sauce (I like Shoyu)

Garlic Shrimp with Browned Butter Honey Sauce

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“He took the time to spend with me and talk about guitars”: Norman’s Rare Guitars host on his chance meeting with Eddie Van Halen

What are the odds of your favourite rockstar dating your friends’ mum? Though a rather rare thing to happen in life, that’s exactly how Michael Lemmo...

“He took the time to spend with me and talk about guitars”: Norman’s Rare Guitars host on his chance meeting with Eddie Van Halen

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