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Overview

Chris Slade, former drummer of AC/DC, has announced his retirement from drumming, marking the end of a notable career in hard rock. Meanwhile, new releases and performances continue to draw attention, including Ghost's upcoming film '2 Big To Rig' and Priest's new album 'Altered State Police' featuring the single 'Python'.

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