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‘Big 4’ Thrash Bassist Who Turned Down Alice Cooper Tour Offer

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‘Big 4’ Thrash Bassist Who Turned Down Alice Cooper Tour Offer

Former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson reflected on the invitation he received to join Alice Cooper's touring band — and why he turned it down.Ellefson and ex-Rob Zombie/current Marilyn Manson bassist Piggy D discussed career second chances in a recent episode of The David Ellefson Show podcast, which you can hear below.For Ellefson, one of those second chances came after the dissolution of Megadeth in 2002.READ MORE: The 'Big 4' Bands of 27 Rock + Metal […]

todayApril 8, 2025 1

Gang of Four Bassist Dies at 69

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Gang of Four Bassist Dies at 69

Dave Allen, who played bass guitar during influential British post-punk band Gang of Four’s early years — and who went on to found the group Shriekback — has died. He was 69. Allen’s former Gang of Four bandmate Hugo Burnham shared the news of his passing on Sunday (April 6). “It is with broken yet full hearts that we share the news that Dave Allen, our old music partner, friend, […]

todayApril 6, 2025 1

Gang of Four Bassist Dave Allen Dead at 69

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Gang of Four Bassist Dave Allen Dead at 69

Former Gang of Four and Shriekback bassist Dave Allen died Saturday of unspecified causes at the age of 69.The news was confirmed by his Gang of Four bandmate Hugo Burnham, who noted that Allen had been battling the early-onset of mixed dementia for some years.Allen joined Gang of Four just a few shows after their 1976 formation, and played on the post-punk pioneers' acclaimed first two albums, 1979's Entertainment! and […]

todayApril 6, 2025 1

Tesla Bassist Says Rock Hall Is ‘Not Gonna Mean S—’ Soon

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Tesla Bassist Says Rock Hall Is ‘Not Gonna Mean S—’ Soon

Tesla’s founding bassist Brian Wheat pulled no punches when recently discussing the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame."I think it's a bit of a popularity contest,” Wheat declared during an appearance on The Seth Williams Show. “I saw that the Black Crowes are [nominated this year]. If the Black Crowes are gonna be put in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, then perhaps Tesla should be considered for it […]

todayMarch 9, 2025 2

Ex-Fear Factory Bassist Did the Funniest Thing Ever With New Band

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Ex-Fear Factory Bassist Did the Funniest Thing Ever With New Band

Former Fear Factory bassist Christian Olde Wolbers had the opportunity to do the funniest thing ever with his new band, and he did.The musician is now playing bass for Angst Fabrik, and we'll give you a few seconds to see if that name resonates with you....2, 1 .... Okay, for those of you who don't speak German, Angst Fabrik is actually the German translation for Fear Factory.About Angst FabrikIt should […]

todayMarch 6, 2025 2

Hatebreed Bassist Addresses Split From Band After 30 Years

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Hatebreed Bassist Addresses Split From Band After 30 Years

Hatebreed underwent a significant lineup change in late 2024 when founding bassist Chris Beattie exited the group after a 30-year run in the band. But according to a new statement from Beattie, the decision to leave was not of his own volition.What Chris Beattie Said About His Hatebreed ExitIssuing a statement through his Instagram account, Beattie not only addressed his exit but offered a clarification to fans who had reached […]

todayFebruary 27, 2025

Hatebreed’s Longtime Bassist Chris Beattie Confirms Departure

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Hatebreed’s Longtime Bassist Chris Beattie Confirms Departure

Hatebreed’s longtime bassist Chris Beattie has confirmed his departure from the band, calling the decision “uncalled for” and suggesting that “misleading and wrongful statements” were involved in his exit. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The news comes just days before Hatebreed is set to take the stage at Knotfest Australia, where Slipknot will headline across three cities. Beattie, who co-founded the […]

todayFebruary 27, 2025 3

Korn Bassist Fieldy Claims He Hasn’t Spoken to Bandmates Since 2019

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Korn Bassist Fieldy Claims He Hasn’t Spoken to Bandmates Since 2019

Almost four years since founding Korn bassist Reginald “Fieldy” Arvizu announced he was taking a hiatus from the group, the musician has revealed he hasn’t spoken to his bandmates in more than five years. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Fieldy made the revelation in a recent appearance on the Basement Talk podcast, explaining that his hiatus has featured no contact with […]

todayFebruary 24, 2025 2

Longtime Korn Bassist Says He Hasn’t Spoken to Band Since 2019

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Longtime Korn Bassist Says He Hasn’t Spoken to Band Since 2019

Back in 2021, Korn’s founding bassist – Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu – announced that he’d be going on an indefinite hiatus from the band. True to his word, he’s yet to return to the group, and in a new interview with the Basement Talk podcast, he revealed that he’s not spoken to Korn since 2019.What Fieldy SaidDuring their chat (uploaded to YouTube on Feb. 10), one of the hosts asked Fieldy: […]

todayFebruary 23, 2025 2

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