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BOSTON Star Receives Celebrity Animal Advocate Of The Year Award

Tom Scholz, founder of the rock band BOSTON, was honored for his philanthropy work by the annual Animal Rights National Conference in Los Angeles. He was presented with the Celebrity Animal Advocate of the Year award in recognition of his long-term support of animal rights. Scholz was accompanied by...

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SAMMY HAGAR: New Single Posted Online

Sammy Hagar's new single, entitled "Open" (Cabo Wabo Music),has been posted on his MySpace page. The track was recently released to rock and classic rock radio stations and will also be available to fans for download via iTunes. Sammy Hagar recently announced his U.S. tour dates, which will include...

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SAMMY HAGAR Announces U.S. Tour Dates

Launch Radio Networks reports: Die-hard "Van Hagar" fans can rejoice, as they're about to get a taste of both of their favorites: Sammy Hagar has just announced his U.S. tour dates, which will include opener — and ex-VAN HALEN bandmate — Michael Anthony's MAD ANTHONY EXPRESS. Hagar's headlining show...

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Report: 'Arenas On Hold' For Fall VAN HALEN Tour

Ray Waddell of Billboard.com reports that a proposed summer amphitheater tour by a reunited VAN HALEN that was derailed when guitarist Eddie Van Halen checked into rehab now looks like it may be resurrected as a fall arena run. Several arena holds are in place in major markets for potential VAN HALE...

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STRATOVARIUS Frontman Signs ANCARA

STRATOVARIUS singer Timo Kotipelto's High and Loud record label has signed Finnish hard rockers ANCARA. "After seeing a couple of gigs by the band and listening to their new material I was convinced: this band has to be signed!" explains Kotipelto. He adds, "ANCARA plays honest hard rock and are not...

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Rare PANTERA, ACID BATH, CROWBAR Laminates For Sale

Sammy Duet (ACID BATH, GOATWHORE, CROWBAR) is selling a number of rare items on eBay, including an old ACID BATH laminate, CROWBAR laminate, and an Ozzfest 2000 PANTERA laminate. In addition, he will be selling stickers, pedals, pickups and posters. To view a complete list of Sammy Duet's auction it...

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SAMMY HAGAR Announces Major U.S. Tour Plans

Forget birthday candles, Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Famer and former VAN HALEN frontman Sammy Hagar will celebrate his birthday in unique rock 'n' roll fashion. Hagar has announced plans to launch an upcoming cross-country tour to include 60 stops starting at his annual birthday bash at his Cabo Wabo Can...

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SAMMY HAGAR Explains Why He Decided To Sell Cabo Wabo Tequila

In a recent interview with BusinessWeek.com, former VAN HALEN singer Sammy Hagar explains how and why he decided to sell a majority stake in his $60 million-a-year Cabo Wabo tequila business to Campari/Skyy. "My first intention was just to have this little tequila brand for my friends at the cantina...

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STRYPER Frontman Confirmed For BRAD DELP Tribute Gig

On August 19, 2007, STRYPER frontman Michael Sweet will sing a few songs with BOSTON as part of a tribute to Brad Delp that is being planned by Brad's son and daughter. Although the list of acts and other details of the event have not yet been confirmed, it is BOSTON's understanding that the event ....

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BOSTON: DELP Tribute Participants Are Still Up In The Air

The Boston Globe reports: No wonder the band BOSTON hasn't reunited in more than 25 years. The dinosaur act is so dysfunctional that Live Nation issued two press releases yesterday announcing an Aug. 19 concert honoring late singer Brad Delp. The first release said that original members Sib Hashian,...

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SAMMY HAGAR Having Fun With His Fans

John Black of BostonNOW reports: Whether he's on stage making music or behind the bar making margaritas, there's one thing for certain about Sammy Hagar: He's having a blast. "If I have a genius for anything," Hagar says in a theatrically self-important voice that has him — and the interviewer — lau...

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SAMMY HAGAR: 'VAN HALEN Always Did Everything Wrong And Backwards'

Kevin C. Johnson of STLtoday.com recently conducted an interview with Sammy Hagar. A few excerpts follow: STLtoday.com: What's it like having "Hall of Famer" in front of your name? Hagar: It's really exciting, being there and standing next to Keith Richards and people I looked up to my entire career...

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New VAN HALEN Tell-All Due In August

According to GuitarWorld.com, a new VAN HALEN tell-all, entitled "Everybody Wants Some: The Van Halen Saga" (Wiley Publishing),is scheduled to hit bookstore shelves late August. Written by noted metal journalist and radio host Ian Christe, the book recounts the life and times of the L.A. group that...

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SAMMY HAGAR To Launch 'Livin' It Up! In St. Louis' Live DVD

Next Tuesday and Wednesday, June 19 and 20, 2007, Sammy Hagar will spend two days in St. Louis rockin' the town for the launch of his live DVD, "Livin' It Up! In St. Louis". Hagar will be a special guest at the St. Louis Cardinals home game at Busch Stadium on the day of the ...

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SAMMY HAGAR, MICHAEL ANTHONY: Lake Tahoe Make-Up Show Announced

Former VAN HALEN bassist Michael Anthony's official web site has been updated with the following message: "Michael will be back in Lake Tahoe for one giant show with the Red Rocker [Sammy Hagar], the MAD ANTHONY EXPRESS and maybe even LOS TRES GUSANOS on Sunday June 17 at Harvey's Outdoor Arena in S...