YNGWIE MALMSTEEN Drummer JOHANSSON Rejoins KINLIN

Drummer Patrick Johansson (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, W.A.S.P.) has rejoined the Florida-based hard rock band KINLIN. He replaces Ali Nassar, who recently left the group to "pursue other musical avenues," according to a press release. Also newly added to KINLIN's current lineup is bassist Steve Gammon of G-Spot Basses.

KINLIN is currently in the studio recording 10-12 songs for a late summer release.

The band will be the Friday-night headliner at the Rockitcon Musicians Conference 2010 on June 25 in Orlando, Florida.

For more information, visit www.myspace.com/kinlin.