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Megadeth‘s touring bassist James LoMenzo has shared behind-the-scenes images of the band rehearsing for their upcoming ‘Metal Tour Of The Year’.LoMenzo was recently appointed as the replacement for Megadeth co-founder and former bassist David Ellefson, who parted ways with the group in May following allegations of grooming an underage girl (He previously denied the claims).The new bassist first joined the band in 2006, contributing to the studio albums ‘United Abominations’ (2007) and ‘Endgame’

Facebook. “Good luck to them all …”When asked if he is OK, Gallup commented that he is, but “just got fed up of betrayal.” The 61-year-old rocker did not elaborate further on what that “betrayal” was.Gallup joined The Cure in 1979 and was the longest-serving member outside of lead singer and guitarist Robert Smith.

Simon Gallup announced he’s leaving the English rock band The Cure after four decades as its bassist.  The 61-year-old musician announced the news with an incredibly brief statement shared on his Facebook Saturday.  "With a slightly heavy heart I am no longer a member of the Cure ! Good luck to them all," he wrote.  In response to a commenter asking if he was OK given the abrupt change, Gallup noted that he’s fine, "just fed up of betrayal." Unfortunately, he didn’t elaborate on the betrayal

The Cure is minus its bass player.

The Cure is losing a member.

Ethan Shanfeld The Cure bassist Simon Gallup announced on Saturday that he is leaving the band.“With a slightly heavy heart I am no longer a member of the Cure! Good luck to them all,” Gallup wrote on Facebook.

Megadeth have announced that James LoMenzo is rejoining the band for their upcoming North American co-headline tour with Lamb Of God.LoMenzo is filling the gap left by bassist David Ellefson, who was dropped by the band back in May.

Nickelback have revealed they are working on a new album, their first in four years. 

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Kid Rock paid tribute to music icon and ZZ Top bassist, Dusty Hill, following the announcement of his death at age 72 on Wednesday.  Hill died in his sleep at his home in Houston, Texas.

ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill has died, it was announced by his bandmates last night. He was 72.In a statement, guitarist Billy Gibbons and drummer Frank Beard said: “We are saddened by the news today that our compadre, Dusty Hill, has passed away in his sleep at home in Houston, TX”.“We, along with legions of ZZ Top fans around the world, will miss your steadfast presence, your good nature, and enduring commitment to providing that monumental bottom to the Top”, they went on.

ZZ Top's bassist Dusty Hill has passed away aged 72 in his home of Houston, Texas.The American musician's bandmates Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard confirmed the news on Wednesday 28 evening as they shared a joint statement explaining that he died in his sleep. Dusty's cause of death is yet to be revealed.

Refresh for updates… ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill is being remembered by friends, musical colleagues, and even the governor of Texas paying tribute.

Dusty Hill has sadly died.

Dusty Hill, the legendary bassist for ZZ Top, has died. He was 72.

ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill has died at the age of 72, his band has confirmed. The musician’s bandmates Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard told fans in a heartbreaking statement earlier today.

posted on Facebook. Hill was 72.Born Joseph Hill in Dallas in 1949, the bassist got his start performing in local bands with his brother, Rocky, and drummer Frank Beard.

ZZ Top’s bassist for more than 50 years, has died, the group’s longtime rep confirmed.The band’s Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard issued a statement:“We are saddened by the news today that our Compadre, Dusty Hill, has passed away in his sleep at home in Houston, TX.  We, along with legions of ZZ Top fans around the world, will miss your steadfast presence, your good nature and enduring commitment to providing that monumental bottom to the ‘Top’.

Dusty Hill, the longtime bassist for rock band ZZ Top, died today in his sleep at home in Houston, Texas. He was 72.

Roger Taylor was: "As a drummer, he's completely unique because you always know when it's him behind the drums. "He has a way of making the drums sound like a creamy entity that hangs glues together and I've never known anyone else that can do that thing.

Hey, that Bono solo album you’ve been hoping for just got a step closer. U2 bassist Adam Clayton has given his approval for the vocalist to break away from the band and go it alone.Appearing on Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt’s Rockenteours podcast, Clayton said: “I think at this point if Bono said he wanted to go off and do a solo record, I’d certainly encourage him and everyone else would.

Mark Hoppus has given fans an update on his cancer battle.

UPDATE: Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus has updated fans on his cancer prognosis via a Twitch discussion.

Mark Hoppus revealed for the first time his exact cancer diagnosis.

Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine has reiterated that David Ellefson, who was dismissed from the band in May, will not return to Megadeth – and has also teased fans with a brief glimpse at the bassist’s replacement on the thrash outfit’s new album.Mustaine recently joined Cameo – a platform through which fans can pay to receive personalised videos from celebrities – in an effort to raise money for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.In a video commissioned by YouTube

Korn have announced that Suicidal Tendencies bassist Roberto ‘Ra’ Díaz will be filling in for Reginald ‘Fieldy’ Arvizu throughout their forthcoming summer tour.The news comes following last month’s revelation that Fieldy would be taking an extended hiatus from Korn, citing a need to manage “bad habits” that had “caused some tension with the people around [him]”.Sharing the announcement today (June 12) on their Facebook page, the band wrote: “We appreciate your kind words of support in response

John Barnes’ rap on the England football team’s 1990 World Cup single ‘World In Motion’ may be one of the finest examples of the form, but it didn’t just appear out of nowhere. In fact, up for sale as part of an auction of Peter Hook’s belongings are alternative versions of the rapped verse not only by Barnes, but also his then England team mates Paul Gascoigne and Peter Beardsley.The one-time New Order bassist is selling off a whole load of items collected during his time with the band.

Mark Hoppus provided fans a positive update on his cancer treatment while speaking with fans on Twitch. The bassist and singer of Blink-182 hosted a game of Blinko and the profits benefitted the Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

Mark Hoppus is opening up to his fans.

Sammy Hagar is coming to the Las Vegas Strip and he is bringing some friends along.

A post shared by Skid Row (@officialskidrow)Solinger announced his liver failure diagnosis in early May, and launched a GoFundMe campaign, asking fans for help with his medical bills.On the fundraising page, he wrote: “It is with a heavy heart I must let everyone know what’s going on with me and my health. I have been hospitalised for over the last month.

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After posting and then deleting a photo of himself in hospital receiving treatment, Mark Hoppus has released a statement confirming he has been diagnosed with cancer.

Mark Hoppus has revealed to fans that he has been diagnosed with cancer.

Multi-platinum pop punk band Blink-182 is down a man, as founding bassist Mark Hoppus revealed today on social media that he has cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy.

Korn bassist Reginald ‘Fieldy’ Arvizu has shared that he will not be joining the band on their forthcoming North American tour, citing a need to take time off to manage “bad habits”.Fieldy took to social media this morning (June 22) to make the announcement, admitting that over the past six years, “I’ve been dealing with some personal issues that at times have caused me to fall back on some of my bad habits and has caused some tension with the people around me”.“It’s been suggested to me to take