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LED ZEPPELIN's ROBERT PLANT Helps Legendary Music Agent Celebrate Honorary Degree (Video)
According to University Of Exeter, LED ZEPPELIN singer Robert Plant has finally received £8 he was due for playing a gig more than 40 years ago — during a university graduation ceremony. The musician has helped the legendary music industry figure who played a key role in his career celebrate being...July 18, 2019
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BIFF BYFORD: Why SAXON Never Made It Big In America
Biff Byford has explained why he believes SAXON never achieved the same kind of commercial success in America as fellow British bands IRON MAIDEN and DEF LEPPARD. Although SAXON is widely recognized as one of New Wave Of British Heavy Metal's pioneering exponents, the band has failed to mirror its E...July 16, 2019
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VIVIAN CAMPBELL Hopes To Re-Team With Producer JEFF PILSON On Third LAST IN LINE Album
Vivian Campbell has confirmed to the "Thunder Underground" podcast that LAST IN LINE will begin the songwriting process for the band's third album this summer. Asked if producer Jeff Pilson, who worked with LAST IN LINE on both 2016's "Heavy Crown" and this year's "II", will once again helm the upco...July 15, 2019
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BLACK STAR RIDERS Release Video For New Single 'Ain't The End Of The World'
After yesterday's exclusive premiere on the "Ken Bruce Show" (BBC Radio 2),BLACK STAR RIDERS are thrilled to share their brand new single, "Ain't The End Of The World", out today. The track is taken from the band's forthcoming fourth album "Another State Of Grace", set for release on September 6 vi...July 12, 2019
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JOE ELLIOTT Doesn't Think There Will Be Another DEF LEPPARD Biopic Made
Joe Elliott says that DEF LEPPARD's 2001 biopic was "pretty piss poor." "Hysteria - The Def Leppard Story" was produced by VH1 and was described as "the true story of one of the most successful pop-metal bands of the '80s." Upon its release, it was described by Deseret News music editor Scott Iwasak...July 11, 2019
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DEF LEPPARD's VIVIAN CAMPBELL: 'We're Certainly Working On New Music'
DEF LEPPARD guitarist Vivian Campbell has confirmed to the Saskatoon StarPhoenix that the band is working on material for the follow-up to 2015's self-titled album. "The one thing I can't say is when it's coming out," he said. "We're certainly working on new music, and it'll certainly be next year w...July 11, 2019
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AC/DC Frontman BRIAN JOHNSON's Music Series 'A Life On The Road' To Make Its U.S. Debut On AXS TV
AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson is "rocking all the way" across the globe to sit down with some of the most influential artists in music, as AXS TV presents the popular rock-and-talk series "Brian Johnson: A Life On The Road" — making its Stateside debut on Sunday, September 15 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT...July 10, 2019
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TESLA 'Had A Fantastic Time' Recording At ABBEY ROAD In Celebration Of 'Five Man Acoustical Jam' 30th Anniversary
TESLA singer Jeff Keith has confirmed that the band will release a brand new acoustic recording in celebration of 30 years of its landmark "Five Man Acoustical Jam" album. Issued in July 1990, TESLA's stripped down "Five Man Acoustical Jam" was an instant success that coincided with the rise of MTV...July 6, 2019
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TESLA To Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of 'Five Man Acoustical Jam' With New Acoustic Recording
California rockers TESLA will release a brand new acoustic recording in celebration of 30 years of their landmark "Five Man Acoustical Jam" album. Issued in July 1990, TESLA's stripped down "Five Man Acoustical Jam" was an instant success that coincided with the rise of MTV's unplugged format. The...July 3, 2019
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LAST IN LINE To Begin Writing Third Album In August
LAST IN LINE will begin writing material for its third album next month. The band, which features former DIO members Vivian Campbell (guitar) and Vinny Appice (drums),alongside ex-OZZY OSBOURNE bassist Phil Soussan and singer Andrew Freeman, released its second LP, "II", this past February. Asked i...July 2, 2019
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METALLICA, KISS, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA Among POLLSTAR's Top-Grossing '2019 Midyear' Tours
According to the music industry trade magazine Pollstar, TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA, METALLICA and KISS were among the top-earning hard rock and metal tours of the "2019 Midyear" reporting period, which covered the six-month range from November 22, 2018 to May 22, 2019. In that time, KISS's initial No...July 1, 2019
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VIVIAN CAMPBELL Looks Back On Split With DIO: 'Money Changes People'
Marko Syrjala of Metal Rules recently conducted an interview with DEF LEPPARD and LAST IN LINE guitarist Vivian Campbell. An excerpt from the chat follows below. Metal Rules: There's been a lot of badmouthing and press between LAST IN LINE and DIO DISCIPLES members during the past few years. Was all...June 27, 2019
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JEFF SCOTT SOTO Says It 'Hurts' To See JOURNEY Not Acknowledging His Time With The Band
Jeff Scott Soto says it "hurts" to see JOURNEY not acknowledging the time he spent fronting the band. Soto, who previously sang with Yngwie Malmsteen, joined JOURNEY about a week and half into a six-week summer 2006 tour with DEF LEPPARD, after Steve Augeri began having vocal issues. Soto had earlie...June 25, 2019
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DEF LEPPARD's VIVIAN CAMPBELL Says A Lot Of Younger Bands Are Lacking 'Balls'
During a brand new interview with Graspop Metal Meeting, DEF LEPPARD guitarist Vivian Campbell spoke about what is lacking in the current music scene, particularly with younger groups who are just starting out. "You've gotta find the right balance between being good at your craft and still having th...June 23, 2019
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SKID ROW Is 'Just About Done' Recording New Album
SKID ROW guitarist Dave "Snake" Sabo has confirmed to Finland's Kaaos TV that the band is "just about done" recording the final chapter of the "United World Rebellion" trilogy, which will tentatively be released in early 2020. The disc is being tracked at a Nashville, Tennessee studio with producer...June 23, 2019
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