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MANOWAR Frontman Talks About 'Gods Of War' Concept

Roy Kristensen of Imhotep webzine recently conducted an interview with MANOWAR frontman Eric Adams. A few excerpts from the chat follow: On his performance on the new MANOWAR album, "Gods of War": "I put 110 % into each and every track. I have to do that. I mean, I wouldn't like Karl, Scott ...

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Former ANGRA/SHAAMAN Frontman Comments On Upcoming Solo Debut

Former ANGRA/SHAAMAN frontman André Matos has revealed more information about his upcoming debut solo album, due later in the year. The CD was produced by Roy Z (BRUCE DICKINSON, HALFORD, JUDAS PRIEST) and Sascha Paeth (KAMELOT, EDGUY, RHAPSODY, FREEDOM CALL) between November 2006 and February 2007...

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Former ANGRA/SHAAMAN Frontman Putting Finishing Touches On Solo Debut

Former ANGRA/SHAAMAN frontman André Matos is putting the finishing touches on his debut solo album, due later in the year. The CD was produced by Roy Z (BRUCE DICKINSON, HALFORD, JUDAS PRIEST) and Sascha Paeth (KAMELOT, EDGUY, RHAPSODY, FREEDOM CALL) between November 2006 and February 2007 at Ultra...

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SMASHING PUMPKINS: More Tour Dates Announced

SMASHING PUMPKINS have announced their first live performance since December 2, 2000 — a very special and intimate theatre show to take place May 22 in Paris, France at the historic and elegantly appointed Grand Rex. Tickets will go on sale April 11. This marks the first time the SMASHING PUMPKINS w...

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Storm Warning

VIOLENT STORM would be a noteworthy b-level hard rock project in any case, its members' resumes sporting past work with ZEBRA, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN and BLACKMORE'S NIGHT — you know, the kind of thrown-together studio group that inevitably comes out in Japan a year before anywhere else. But these guys ha...

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VIOLENT STORM To Support HEAVEN AND HELL In Denmark

VIOLENT STORM, the new band formed by ex-YNGWIE MALMSTEEN/BLACKMORE'S NIGHT bassist Mick Cervino, will support HEAVEN AND HELL on June 6 in Copenhagen, Denmark. VIOLENT STORM's latest album, "Storm Warning" was produced by JUDAS PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing (his first production credit outside of P...

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JUDAS PRIEST Guitarist To Guest On 'The Classic Metal Show'

"The Classic Metal Show", which airs Saturday nights between 9:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. via www.theclassicmetalshow.com, has issued the following update on the program's March 24 episode: "This week on 'The Classic Metal Show' the guys will be in full interview mode as they will get the chance to talk...

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SABBAT Vocalist MARTIN WALKYIER Pays Tribute To His Late Father

Vocalist Martin Walkyier (SABBAT, SKYCLAD, THE CLAN DESTINED) has penned the following tribute to his father, who passed away on February 25: "It is with a deep feeling of sadness that I write these words to inform you all of the recent death of my father, who finally passed away in hospital followi...

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ONESIDEZERO: New Album Pushed Back To June

The official release date for ONESIDEZERO's self-titled sophomore CD has been pushed back to June 5. The band's official explanation reads as follows: "We regret to inform everyone that we have decided to push back our release date a few weeks to June 5th. As many of you might know, our original rel...

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TRIBUZY: 'Execution - Live Reunion' Album Pushed Back To July

Due to "legal affairs," the projected release date of the TRIBUZY live album, "Execution - Live Reunion" (MTM Music),has been pushed back to July from the previously announced April 20. Brazilian metal band TRIBUZY, formed and headed by singer Renato Tribuzy, released its studio debut, "Execution",...

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New SEBASTIAN BACH Song To Debut On 'Trailer Park Boys'

Former SKID ROW frontman Sebastian Bach has issued the following update: "How very exciting it is to announce my debut on the ultimate TV show ever, 'The Trailer Park Boys'! Don't miss Episode 4 / Season 7 'Friends of the Road' which premieres April 8 on Showcase Canada! This episode is very special...

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Guitarist BERNIE TORME On Replacing RANDY RHOADS: 'It Was Absolutely Awful'

In a brand new Rock N Roll Universe interview with guitarist Bernie Torme (GILLAN, OZZY OSBOURNE, DESPERADO) and larger-than-life bassist John McCoy (GILLAN, SAMSON) the legendary Irish axeman discusses his days in GILLAN, his stint as the original replacement for the late Randy Rhoads in BLIZZARD O...

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EPICA Recruits Session Drummer For Upcoming Dates

Dutch female-fronted symphonic metallers EPICA have recruited Koen Herfst as a session drummer for their upcoming shows. "Koen is the drummer of Dutch urban metal band BAGGA BOWNZ, but is also known for his helping hand by filling in for Andre with AFTER FOREVER when they were in need of a session d...

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JASON BECKER: 'I Have Love For Life'

Guitar World magazine recently conducted an interview with guitarist Jason Becker (DAVID LEE ROTH, CACOPHONY). A few excerpts from the question-and-answer session follow: Q: Because of your physical limitations, has your creativity been sparked in new areas? Jason Becker: I remember when I was first...

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IRON MAIDEN, PRIMAL FEAR Members On TRIBUZY Live CD; European Release Date Confirmed

Brazilian metal band TRIBUZY, formed and headed by singer Renato Tribuzy, released its studio debut, "Execution", featuring a "heavy metal all-star team" consisting of Bruce Dickinson (IRON MAIDEN),Michael Kiske (ex-HELLOWEEN),Mat Sinner (PRIMAL FEAR),Ralf Scheepers (PRIMAL FEAR),Roland Grapow (...