Sad news: long-standing Judas Priest member and bassist Ian Hill has announced his retirement from Judas Priest. He has been suffering from arthritis for a long time, affecting his touring and even recording ability. Ian missed his first show with the band recently, his first missed gig in 50 years in the band. Taking his place will be Dave Rimmer (Uriah Heep), who filled in. Read Ian’s statement below
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Undeath Share Their New Single “Arterial Bombardment” – On Tour Now
New York-based death metal crew, Undeath, have shared their new single (and Relapse Records debut), “Arterial Bombardment.” It arrives as they kick off a European tour run with Suffocation, Ingested, and Eternal. Catch the new track and more below.
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