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11 Classic Prog Rock Bands With Only 1 Original Member Left (opens the original)
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Here are 11 classic prog rock bands with only one original member left! Many of the first progressive rock groups began between 55 and 60 years ago; therefore, it’s no shock to learn that – as Loudwire discussed last month – most of the ones that are still kicking are doing it without any original members. What is surprising, however, is that there are plenty of vintage genre leaders who keep going with one founding member in the midst. Just look at the nearly dozen bands we’re discussing below!
GWAR Co-Founder Chuck Varga Dead at 68, Rockers + Fans Pay Tribute (opens the original)
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GWAR co-founder and former vocalist Chuck “Sexecutioner” Varga has died at the age of 68, following a lengthy battle with cancer. The news was broken by bassist Casey “Beefcake the Mighty” Orr this past Friday (Sept. 25), and many rockers and fans shared tributes to the late musician over the weekend. Orr shared the unfortunate news on his official Facebook page, writing: “Chuck Varga has left this earthly realm.” He passed peacefully, his beloved wife Bambi holding his hand. He was one of a kin
11 Best Progressive Power Metal Albums of All Time (Ranked) (opens the original)
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Here are the 11 best progressive power metal albums of all time (ranked)! The 1980s saw numerous metal offshoots begin or reach greater popularity and proliferation. As we’ve discussed previously, progressive metal – which fused the grand spectacle and sophistication of ‘70s prog rock with the gruffness of heavy metal – was created around that time. Almost concurrently, another subgenre – power metal – emerged, bringing mythological lyricism, operatic singing, speedy playing, keyboard-driven hoo
Tony Iommi Rejected Famous Producer's Suggestion of New Black Sabbath LP With Original Lineup - Here's Why (opens the original)
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In a new interview with Classic Rock magazine, iconic guitarist Tony Iommi revealed that famous producer Andrew Watt once approached him about doing a follow-up to 2013’s 13 with all the original Black Sabbath members. However, Iommi rejected the idea for a couple of understandable reasons. 13 was almost a proper reunion album for the original quartet (Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler, vocalist Ozzy Osbourne and drummer Bill Ward). Sadly, though, Ward left the band in 2012 due to contractual dispute
Rockers + Wrestlers Pay Tribute to Ex-Every Time I Die Guitarist Andy 'The Butcher' Williams (opens the original)
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Over the weekend, Loudwire reported on the sudden and shocking passing of ex-Every Time I Die rhythm guitarist (and AEW professional wrestler) Andy “The Butcher” Williams at the age of 48. Now, numerous rockers and wrestlers have paid tribute to the legendary axman and athlete on social media. For context, and as Loudwire previously wrote, Williams “reportedly died following an incident in which he collapsed during a wrestling show in Pennsylvania” last night (Sept. 5). Also, “TMZ has confirmed
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