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STORMHAMMER: New Singer Announced
German power metallers STORMHAMMER have announced the addition of former NEVERLAND/DREAMSCAPE frontman Mike Zotter to the group's ranks. Zotter fills the slot left vacant by the departure of Tommy Lion (ex-DRIFTER) earlier in the year. STORMHAMMER released their third album, "Lord of Darkness", in M...July 10, 2005
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STORMHAMMER: Former NEVERLAND Singer To Join The Fold?
According to a posting on German power metallers STORMHAMMER's web site, former NEVERLAND (Switzerland) frontman Mike Zotter is the top candidate to fill the slot left vacant by the departure of Tommy Lion (ex-DRIFTER) earlier in the year. However, the band stress that "we have two more candidates t...July 8, 2005
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Former ANTHRAX/WHITE LION Drummer Joins ANTIPRODUCT
After spending the last few years as a successful producer in Los Angeles, former ANTHRAX/ZAKK WYLDE/WHITE LION drummer Greg D'Angelo (or "GD3", as he's now known) has joined ANTIPRODUCT as permanent replacement for ailing drummer Simon the Gonk. ANTIPRODUCT are continuing work on recordings at Albe...June 30, 2005
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STORMHAMMER Start Vocalist Auditions
German power metallers STORMHAMMER have commenced the auditioning process for a new singer following the departure of Tommy Lion (ex-DRIFTER) earlier in the year. Among the candidates for the frontman slot are Mike Zotter (ex-NEVERLAND),D.C. Crow (ex-MEDUSA'S CHILD) and Richie Wicks (ex-TYGERS OF P...June 23, 2005
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MANDY LION, GILBY CLARKE To Perform In Hollywood
Vocalist Mandy Lion (WWIII, ex-WICKED ALLIANCE) and former GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Gilby Clarke will be performing at Club Vodka in West Hollywood, California on Friday, June 24. Anyone interested in attending the concert should go to the official Mandy Lion web site at MandyLionOnline.com for more...June 20, 2005
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NIGHTSCAPE: Release Date Set For 'Symphony Of The Night'
Lion Music has set a September 11 European release date for the debut album from Swedish power metal band NIGHTSCAPE, entitled "Symphony of the Night". The CD will receive a Japanese release on July 11 via King Records. The Japanese edition of the album will feature demo material as a special bonus....June 19, 2005
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RUSH Guitarist Talks About Florida Incident: 'People Cannot And Should Not Be Treated This Way'
A week after slapping three Florida sheriff's deputies with a lawsuit for allegedly using excessive force when arresting him during a 2003 New Year's Eve altercation, RUSH guitarist Alex Lifeson is speaking out about the incident yet again. Lifeson's statement, released on Thursday (June 10),reads...June 10, 2005
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MIND'S EYE Hard At Work On New Album
MIND'S EYE, the Swedish progressive rock/metal band featuring members of THERION, SECRET SPHERE and NOVAK, are currently in the studio recording of their fourth album. The band had previously released three well-received CDs: "Into the Unknown" (1998),"…Waiting for the Tide" (2000) and "A Work of A...May 9, 2005
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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Bassist Launches Official Web Site
Bassist James Lomenzo and Naturally Wired Designs have announced the launch of the official James Lomenzo web site, www.jameslomenzo.com. James' career has spanned over 20 years, including stints with WHITE LION, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, DAVID LEE ROTH, PRIDE AND GLORY, ACE FREHLEY, OZZY OSBOURNE, THE H...May 9, 2005
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IRON MAIDEN, THE DARKNESS Members Comment On Resurgence Of Rock Fashion
Eric R. Danton of The Hartford Courant has issued the following report: Consider the rock T-shirt. It's not just a piece of clothing; it's a cultural totem, a tangible memento of personal taste. At least, it was. Once the province of concert merchandise booths, wearing a rock shirt meant that you or...May 6, 2005
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STORMHAMMER Part Ways With Singer, Seek Replacement
German power metallers STORMHAMMER have parted ways with vocalist Tommy Lion (ex-DRIFTER). The band are currently seeking a replacement. Interested parties can contact the group at this location. STORMHAMMER released their third album, "Lord of Darkness", in May 2004 via Mausoleum Records. ...April 23, 2005
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BAD MOON RISING To Release Triple CD Via FRONTIERS
Frontiers Records have announced that they have secured a deal with the Los Angeles–based hard rock group BAD MOON RISING. BAD MOON RISING released during the '90s three amazing hard rock albums that highlighted the talents of British singer Kal Swan and axeman Doug Aldrich (currently guitarist for...April 22, 2005
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RESISTANCE To Open For EUROPE In Anaheim
Los Angeles power/thrash metallers RESISTANCE will play direct support for EUROPE on Friday, April 22 at the House of Blues in Anaheim, CA. RESISTANCE will hit the stage at 8:45 p.m. RESISTANCE recently inked an exclusive deal with Finland's Lion Music (SUN CAGED, CHRIS POLAND, TONY MACALPINE). The...April 21, 2005
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Ah, the Mountain King himself, JON OLIVA, metal's own Brian Wilson. We never know what his status is, we empathize with his losses (brother and bandmate Criss was killed by a drunk driver a decade ago),we worry about his health, and when his voice cracks, or he takes years to release a proper metal...April 1, 2005
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Former GLENN HUGHES Bass Player Joins LION'S SHARE
Former GLENN HUGHES/CRAWLEY bassist Sampo Axelsson has officially joined Swedish melodic heavy metal masters LION'S SHARE. Sampo co-wrote several songs with Hughes for his "Addiction" and "The Way It Is" CDs, besides being a touring member with Hughes during the late '90s. Axelsson and LION'S SHARE...March 30, 2005
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