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PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS have issued the following update: "We are heading back to the stage, fueled by a mission that goes beyond the music. Following the passing of our father, Phil Campbell, the band is moving forward with an unwavering sense of strength, heart, and purpose, ensuring that the rock and roll flame he ignited continues to roar. What began as a raw, high-energy family project has now matured into a powerful symbol of both tribute and evolution." Tour dates: July 23 - Dover, UK - Dover Summer Series. 24 - Ittre, Belgium - Zik-Zak. 25 - Monchengladbach, Germany - BOBFest. 26 - Jena, Germany - F-Haus. 27 - Lodz, Poland - Scenografa. 28 - Warsaw, Poland - COS Torwar (w/ Judas Priest). 30 - Lublin, Poland - Fabryka Kultury Zgrzyt. August 1 - Budapest, Hungary - Durer Kert. 2 - Ostrava, Czech Republic - Ostrava Arena (w/ Judas Priest). 3 - Budweis, Czech Republic - MC Fabrika. 4 - Reichenbach an der Fils, Germany - Die Halle. 22 - Chepstow, UK Chepstow Castle.
KISS singer/bassist and longtime HardRadio friend Gene Simmons has announced THE GENE SIMMONS BAND 2026 CANADIAN TOUR. November 30 - Silent Ice Center - Edmonton, AB. December 1 - Grey Eagle Casino - Calgary, AB. 3 - Lethbridge Arena - Lethbridge, AB. 5 - Temple Gardens Centre - Moose Jaw, SK. 7 - TCU Place - Saskatoon, SK. 9 - Centennial Concert Hall - Winnipeg, MB. 12 - Centre 200 - Sydney, NS.
KERRY KING's From Hell I Rise (Extended Deluxe Edition) will be released on June 19 via Reigning Phoenix Music. The debut solo record returns expanded with five previously unheard demos featuring Kerry's scratch vocals, brand new cover art by James Bousema, and a revamped layout with additional photos. The earbook is limited to 666 copies worldwide, and is exclusive to Reigning Phoenix Music.
