On February 3, X Japan announced the postponement of their album release and March 12 concert at the Wembley Arena for a whole year
In a February 2016 interview, Muir hinted at a new EP, followed by a new full-length studio album, inspired by the then-current political climate and upcoming election . He also stated that the album and EP could be the band’s final recordings, although he added, “I thought the first one…
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In February 2016, Lee said the band was working on the six-LP vinyl box set titled The Ultimate Collection , which includes all three studio albums, the previously unreleased 2000 demo CD Origin , the rarities compilation album Lost Whispers , a studio version of the tour intro “Lost Whispers”,…
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Also in February, details were announced of another co-headlining tour, this time with Slipknot .
In February 2016, the band embarked on The Book of Souls World Tour , with shows in 35 countries across six continents, including their first performances in China, El Salvador, and Lithuania. It was the band’s biggest album tour since 1996. In total, Iron Maiden played 117 shows on six…
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In support of Dystopia , Megadeth embarked on a North American tour in February and March with Suicidal Tendencies , Children of Bodom and Havok (though Havok was soon removed from the tour by Megadeth’s management following a dispute over a contract).
In February 2016, Manson contributed vocals to a version of David Bowie ‘s ” Cat People (Putting Out Fire) ” on Countach (For Giorgio) , a tribute album to Giorgio Moroder curated by Shooter Jennings .
On 19 January 2016, the band announced the addition of Daniel Freyberg on guitar.
On January 15, 2016, Pata was rushed to the intensive care unit of a Tokyo hospital. He was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition, which included a severe blood clot , but was in stable condition.
On January 15, 2016, the album’s title was revealed to be Metal Resistance .