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ACE FREHLEY: 'I'm Not This Virtuoso Musician, And I Definitely Make Mistakes In My Solos'

Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley was recently asked by Artisan News what it is about his guitar style and technique that sets him apart from other players. He responded (see video below): "That's an interesting question. I don't really know. Some people say it's my vibrato. Some people say it's t...

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CROWBAR's KIRK WINDSTEIN: I Wish KISS Would Quit Making New Records

CROWBAR frontman Kirk Windstein believes that bands like KISS should quit making new albums because their latest material doesn't come close to matching the quality of their classic output. Windstein, who credits KISS with inspiring him to play music when he first heard the Paul Stanley- and Gene Si...

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KISS' ERIC SINGER Doesn't Understand People Who Continue To Criticize Him For Wearing 'Catman' Makeup

During a brand new interview with "The Cassius Morris Show", KISS drummer Eric Singer, who "portrays" original KISS drummer Peter Criss' character in KISS' live show, was asked how he feels about the fact that some fans continue to criticize him for wearing the "Catman" makeup. "It's always been a n...

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THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA: 'War' Video Released, 'Zombie 5 Tour' Announced

"War", the new video from metal titans THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, can be seen below. The clip was helmed by director Maria Juranic, who also worked on the band's clip for "First Sight". The track is taken from the band's fifth studio album, "8:18", which sold around 16,000 copies in the United States in...

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ACE FREHLEY: PAUL STANLEY And GENE SIMMONS Will Regret Decision Not To Perform At ROCK HALL Induction

Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley recently spoke to VH1 about how his fascination with sci-fi and astronomy formed his alter ego, Spaceman; having something to prove when creating his 1978 solo album; and the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame controversy. You can watch the chat in three parts below. Afte...

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ERIC SINGER Is Not Interested In Continuing With KISS Without PAUL STANLEY Or GENE SIMMONS

During a brand new interview with "The Cassius Morris Show", KISS drummer Eric Singer spoke about the possibility of the band one day carrying on without any original members, including main songwriter Paul Stanley. "Everybody has broached that subject, meaning, like, fans… I'm sure you guys have he...

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COAL CHAMBER To Tour North America With FILTER, COMBICHRIST, AMERICAN HEAD CHARGE

COAL CHAMBER, the reformed '90s alt-metal band fronted by current DEVILDRIVER singer Dez Fafara, will embark on a North American headlining tour in the spring of 2015. Support on the trek — which kicks off on March 6 in Tempe, Arizona and runs through April 12 in Dallas, Texas — will come from FILTE...

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RATED X's JOE LYNN TURNER: People Have Decided That Our Music Should Be Free

Episode 253 of the "Iron City Rocks" podcast (web site) features an interview with legendary vocalist Joe Lynn Turner (RAINBOW, DEEP PURPLE, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN). You can now listen to the chat using the audio player below. Asked about the difficulty of getting his new project RATED X (formerly LEGACY...

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The Year the Sun Died

To everything, turn, turn, turn as THE BYRDS once sang and while that's hardly a metal tune, the sentiment rings the same in light of the reformation of metal legends SANCTUARY. As most know, vocalist Warrel Dane and bassist Jim Sheppard bailed in the midst of a label-proposed stylistic change to gr...

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Original KISS Drummer PETER CRISS Says He Wants To Make His Next Solo Album 'Heavier'

Original KISS drummer Peter Criss is continuing work on a new rock solo album, which he promises will be "heavier" than the stuff he has done in the past. Criss's last solo CD, titled "One for All", came out in 2007. Peter produced the album himself for the first time, and was joined by guest ...

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ACE FREHLEY Talks Upcoming Covers Album: 'That's Going To Be Another Fun Record For Me'

During a brand new interview with 100% Rock Magazine, former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley was asked if he would ever consider re-recording some of his old KISS songs. "Sure," he replied. "I mean, my next album for [label] eOne Music here in the States is going to be all covers and remakes, so, ...

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…The Stories We Could Tell

MR. BIG fans have been rejoicing by the group's steady output of albums since the 2008 one-off reunion featuring Paul Gilbert and his band mates including one-time guitarist Richie Kotzen. MR. BIG is only blowing up the charts in Japan and other ports overseas, but that doesn't stop them from releas...

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ACE FREHLEY: Fan-Filmed Video Footage Of Huntington Concert

Fan-filmed video footage of original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley's November 20 performance at the Paramount in Huntington, New York can be seen below. Frehley's touring lineup includes none other than Richie Scarlet, who rode shotgun performing rhythm guitar and vocal duties on Ace's "Trouble Walking...

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ACE FREHLEY: Fan-Filmed Video Footage Of Durham Concert

ToneChaser.org has uploaded video footage of original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley's November 17 performance at the Carolina Theatre in Durham, North Carolina. Check it out below. Frehley's touring lineup includes none other than Richie Scarlet, who rode shotgun performing rhythm guitar and vocal duti...

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JIMMY PAGE Takes Part In SiriusXM Town Hall On Classic Vinyl (Video)

LED ZEPPELIN guitar legend Jimmy Page sat down with a group of SiriusXM subscribers and super fans for an intimate question-and-answer session at his SiriusXM Town Hall on Classic Vinyl. Check out video footage below. Page publicized the release of his official photographic autobiography, "Jimmy Pag...