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W.A.S.P.’s Blackie Lawless Reflects on PMRC Controversy

In a recent interview with Rock At Night magazine, W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless shared his thoughts on the impact of the PMRC (Parents' Music Resource Center) from over four decades ago. Lawless emphasized that the controversy was more about political maneuvering than actual censorship of music.He stated, "It was all about them trying to put a man in the White House. It was not about censoring records." Lawless noted that the PMRC's attempts to target bands like W.A.S.P. only served […]

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Blackie Lawless Urges W.A.S.P. Fans to Support Chris Holmes

In a heartfelt message to fans, W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless has called for support and honor for former guitarist Chris Holmes, who is currently battling prostate cancer. At 68, Holmes has recently started chemotherapy in France, just a few years after overcoming throat and neck cancer.Lawless shared the news via social media, expressing the devastation felt by the W.A.S.P. family. He encouraged fans to show their love for Holmes, whether through financial contributions or words of encouragement. "Let him know […]

todayAugust 3, 2026 5

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Chris Holmes Shares His Prostate Cancer Journey and GoFundMe Campaign

Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes has opened up about his battle with prostate cancer in a recent interview with Canada's The Metal Voice. At 68, Holmes, who has been living in Cannes since 2014, is currently undergoing chemotherapy and has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover his medical expenses.Holmes revealed that he initially kept his diagnosis private, but the mounting costs of treatment forced him to seek public support. "The good thing is it's 100% curable," he stated, emphasizing […]

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Chris Holmes of W.A.S.P. Faces Cancer Battle Again

In a heartfelt announcement, Chris Holmes, the former guitarist of W.A.S.P., has revealed that he is battling cancer for the second time. After successfully overcoming throat and neck cancer in 2022, Holmes now faces a new challenge: prostate cancer. This diagnosis has prompted him and his wife, Catherine, to launch a crowdfunding campaign to help cover the mounting medical costs that their insurance does not support.Holmes shared that he is currently undergoing radiotherapy in France, a treatment deemed essential and […]

todayJuly 30, 2026 5

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