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CONSPIRACY's 'Irremediable' Out Now
Dutch extreme metal act CONSPIRACY has just released its third full-length album, "Irremediable", via Pulverised Records. The CD offers 12 warring tracks with artwork (see below) inspired by controversial 17th century artist Félicien Rops. Previously helmed by sole member Alex "Carpathian Wolf" (for...October 25, 2010
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HOLY RAGE Guitarist Quits Due To 'Health Issues'
Due to "health issues," guitarist Chris Johnson has left HOLY RAGE, the U.K.-based band led by original JUDAS PRIEST frontman Al Atkins. Commented the group: "Chris has appeared on three Al Atkins albums and has been friends with Al for many years. He also appears on all tracks on the new HOLY RAGE...October 25, 2010
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Singer: DIMMU BORGIR Will 'Never' Consist Of More Than Three Members Again
CrankItUp.se conducted an interview with vocalist Shagrath (real name: Stian Tomt Thoresen) of Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR when the band played at Trädgår'n in Gothenburg, Sweden on October 17, 2010. You can now watch the chat below. When asked about the DIMMU BORGIR's split wit...October 22, 2010
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Original JUDAS PRIEST Singer AL ATKINS Involved In New Project
Original JUDAS PRIEST and current HOLY RAGE vocalist Al Atkins has joined forces with longtime musical collaborator Paul May (TEMPLE DOGS) in a brand new side project. The group is currently recording material for an early 2011 release. Paul previously appeared on several solo releases from Atkins,...October 20, 2010
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DIMMU BORGIR: 'Abrahadabra' Cracks U.S. Top 50
"Abrahadabra", the ninth album from Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR, sold 9,400 copies in the United States in its first week of release to land at position No. 42 on The Billboard 200 chart. The band's previous CD, "In Sorte Diaboli", opened with 14,000 units back in May 2007 to de...October 20, 2010
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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON To Appear At BASS PLAYER LIVE!
On behalf of Hartke systems, MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson will appear at SIR Studios in Hollywood, California for the second day of Bass Player LIVE! on October 24. Ellefson will showcase Hartke's LH1000 bass amplifier and HyDrive 810 cabinet with an hour-long clinic beginning at 11:00 a.m. in Cl...October 17, 2010
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DIMMU BORGIR: Berlin HD Footage Posted Online
Fan-filmed video footage of Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR performing the song "Dimmu Borgir" on October 6, 2010 in Berlin, Germany can be viewed below. The first show of DIMMU BORGIR's European tour as the support act for KORN took place on September 19 at the Heineken Music Hall...October 16, 2010
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CHIMAIRA: New Tour Dates Announced
Cleveland, Ohio metallers CHIMAIRA will embark on a short headlining tour in late November with support from IMPENDING DOOM, DAATH and THIS OR THE APOCALYPSE. Dubbed the "Blue Collar Brawler Tour", the trek will include the following dates: Nov. 24 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues Nov. 26 - Columbus,...October 13, 2010
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MINISTRY Mainman's BUCK SATAN Project To Feature SLAYER, CHEAP TRICK, Ex-STATIC-X Members
Backstage Auctions trusts the immense popularity of heavy metal music and memorabilia among fans and collectors around the world to successfully pull off a rare and historical hard rock and heavy metal auction. Headlining the auction is the personal collection of MINISTRY's frontman Al Jourgensen. "...October 13, 2010
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'Experience Hendrix' Tour To Be Featured On 'Rockline'
Experience Hendrix, the concert tour that has wowed audiences revisiting the music and inspiration of Jimi Hendrix with an all-star lineup of music greats, will be featured on the October 27 edition of the nationally syndicated radio show "Rockline" with host Bob Coburn at 8:30 p.m. PT / 11:30 p.m....October 11, 2010
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RAVENS CREED: New EP Artwork, Track Listing Unveiled
RAVENS CREED, the "VENOM-worshipping scumbags" featuring Steve Watson (ex-IRON MONKEY),Jason Graham, former SABBAT bassist Frazer Craske, and newly added vocalist Al Osta (a.k.a. The Syrian Destroyer),will release a brand new EP, "Nestless And Wild" (formerly "Black Bullets"),before the end of th...October 10, 2010
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PANTERA, QUEENSRŸCHE, WHITESNAKE, DIO Items Part Of 'Rock Gods And Metal Monsters Auction'
Backstage Auctions will present the "Rock Gods and Metal Monsters Auction", an unprecedented hard rock and heavy metal online auction event. "Almost every item being offered in the auction is "iconic memorabilia" and is easily identifiable to a specific artist or band," explains Backstage Auctions f...October 9, 2010
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DIMMU BORGIR: More 'Abrahadabra' First-Week Chart Positions Revealed
"Abrahadabra", the ninth album from Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR, has registered the following chart positions: Norway: #2 Germany: #15 Sweden: #17 Ireland: #19 Austria: #20 Switzerland: #24 France: #43 Finland: #48 Belgium: #52 Poland: #89 "Abrahadabra" will be released in North...October 8, 2010
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RON JARZOMBEK Talks S.A. SLAYER, Jazz And BLOTTED SCIENCE
Prog-Sphere.com has posted an extensive interview with acclaimed guitarist Ron Jarzombek (WATCHTOWER, BLOTTED SCIENCE, SPASTIC INK). During the chat, Jarzombek talked about everything from his early days with S.A. SLAYER, also featuring current MACHINE HEAD drummer Dave McClain, to his feelings on j...October 8, 2010
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DIMMU BORGIR's 'Abrahadabra' Enters Norwegian Chart At No. 2
"Abrahadabra", the ninth album from Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR, has entered the official chart in the band's home country at position No. 2. DIMMU BORGIR's previous effort, "In Sorte Diaboli", debuted on the Norwegian chart at No. 1 back in May 2007 — marking the first time a b...October 5, 2010
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