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FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY Completes Work On New Album
New Jersey metal heavyweights FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY have wrapped up production on a yet-to-be-titled LP, due out later this year via eOne Music/Good Fight Music. "The new album is a bit of a step in a new direction for the band," says FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY guitarist Pat Sheridan. "You'll hear a lot of ...February 17, 2015
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Video: IRON MAIDEN's NICKO MCBRAIN Performs In Front Of 30 People At Florida's GOLFEST
THE MCBRAINIACS, the band featuring IRON MAIDEN drummer Nicko McBrain, performed in front of about 30 people this past Saturday, February 14 at The Downs Golf Practice Facility in Tampa, Florida as part of the fifth annual Golfest Presented By Valspar Championship weekend celebration. Check out fan-...February 17, 2015
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SLAYER, ANTHRAX, BLACK VEIL BRIDES, SOULFLY, QUIET RIOT, Ex-KISS Members To Guest On 'That Metal Show'
With the recent announcement of Geddy Lee (RUSH) and John Petrucci (DREAM THEATER) on the season premiere of VH1 Classic's centerpiece in original programming "That Metal Show", more guests have been confirmed for what promises to be the most diverse season in the show's history. Recently confirmed...February 17, 2015
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BLACK STAR RIDERS: 'Finest Hour' Video Released
The official video for "Finest Hour", a brand new song from BLACK STAR RIDERS, can be seen below. The track is taken from the band's second album, "The Killer Instinct", which will be released on February 24 via Nuclear Blast. The follow-up to 2013's "All Hell Breaks Loose" was recorded in October a...February 16, 2015
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BUCKCHERRY Has 'About Half' Of Seventh Album Done, Says JOSH TODD
All Access Live conducted an interview with vocalist Josh Todd of Californian rockers BUCKCHERRY during this year's ShipRocked cruise, which sailed roundtrip between Port Miami and Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas February 2-6 onboard Norwegian Pearl. You can now watch the chat below. Speaking about...February 16, 2015
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STEEL PANTHER: KANYE WEST's Music Sounds Like 'Hamster Turds' And 'A Donkey Fart'
Los Angeles glam-metal jokesters STEEL PANTHER have posted a musical response to Kanye West following the rapper's unexpected appearance onstage this year's Grammy Awards, accusing him of sounding like everything from "hamster turds" to "a donkey fart." They also referenced KISS frontman Paul Stanle...February 15, 2015
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AC/DC Stand-In Drummer BOB RICHARDS 'Had A Great Time' Shooting 'Play Ball' And 'Rock Or Bust' Videos
Welsh drummer Bob Richards spoke to U.K.'s Rhythm magazine about his recent experience filling in for AC/DC's Phil Rudd during the filming of the videos for "Play Ball" and "Rock Or Bust", the first two singles from the band's latest album, "Rock Or Bust". Rudd was arrested last November at his home...February 14, 2015
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The Killer Instinct
Bombshell covers are suddenly the rage in comic books and now hard rock albums. 2012 saw four members of THIN LIZZY (Ricky Warwick, Scott Gorham, Damon Johnson and Marco Mendoza) come together with former MEGADETH and ALICE COOPER drummer Jimmy DeGrasso. On that merit alone, BLACK STAR RIDERS sparke...February 7, 2015
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RUSH's Longtime Manager RAY DANNIELS To Be Honored With 'Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award'
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) has announced Ray Danniels as the recipient of the 2015 Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award that recognizes individuals who have made an impact on the Canadian music industry. Danniels will be honored at the 2015 JUNO Gala Dinner & A...January 30, 2015
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BLACK STAR RIDERS' DAMON JOHNSON, RICKY WARWICK Answer Fan-Submitted Questions (Video)
Earlier today (Friday, January 23),BLACK STAR RIDERS frontman Ricky Warwick and guitarist Damon Johnson answered a number of fan-submitted questions live on YouTube. You can now watch the question-and-answer session below. BLACK STAR RIDERS' second album, "The Killer Instinct", will be released on...January 23, 2015
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SLASH, DUFF MCKAGAN, RICHIE SAMBORA, ORIANTHI, STEVE LUKATHER Perform At 'Adopt The Arts' Benefit
This past Monday evening (January 12),Adopt The Arts — the Los Angeles-based charity that preserves and creates arts programs in U.S. public schools — gathered their industry friends for an epic night of music and a live auction at The Roxy in West Hollywood. The event — honoring music legends Bill...January 16, 2015
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BLACK STAR RIDERS' DAMON JOHNSON: 'We Have A Lot More Confidence Playing Together'
MetalTalk's Mark Taylor recently conducted an interview with BLACK STAR RIDERS frontman Ricky Warwick and guitarist Damon Johnson. You can now watch the chat below. Asked why BLACK STAR RIDERS followed up its 2013 debut album, "All Hell Breaks Loose", with a second album, "The Killer Instinct", less...January 13, 2015
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ROBERT PLANT Wants 'Deadhead'-Like Solo Following
According to The Pulse Of Radio, Robert Plant has been carving out a distinct spot with his solo albums over the past seven years, but wishes the new work had a dedicated fan base — much like the GRATEFUL DEAD did. "Lullaby And… The Ceaseless Roar", Plant's new solo set with backing band SENSATIONAL...January 13, 2015
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AC/DC's MALCOLM YOUNG Underwent Surgery For Lung Cancer After 'Black Ice' Tour
According to Britain's Q magazine, Malcolm Young, who is suffering from dementia, a condition that has forced the guitarist to leave AC/DC, was faced with two other massive health scares after the conclusion of the group's marathon 20-month tour in support of 2008's "Black Ice" album. First, he was...January 8, 2015
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BLACK STAR RIDERS Were 'Disappointed' JOE ELLIOTT Pulled Out Of Producing Their Sophomore Album
Niclas Müller-Hansen of RockSverige.se recently conducted an interview with BLACK STAR RIDERS frontman Ricky Warwick and guitarist Damon Johnson. An excerpt from the chat follows below. RockSverige.se: You ended up working with [producer] Nick Raskulinecz (RUSH, FOO FIGHTERS, ALICE IN CHAINS, MASTOD...January 6, 2015
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