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EXHORDER To Celebrate Life Of Fallen Bassist At New Orleans Memorial
Legendary New Orleans metallers EXHORDER will celebrate the life of their recently deceased bassist, Frankie Sparcello, on Sunday, April 3 between 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at The Hangar in New Orleans. The band states, "Family, friends and fans of Frankie's music are all welcome to join in reminiscin...March 31, 2011
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AVANTASIA's 'The Flying Opera' Lands On Austrian, German Charts
The new AVANTASIA four-disc box, "The Flying Opera - Around The World In 20 Days", has entered the official Austrian chart at position No. 1. In Germany, the double DVD that comes with the double CD has landed on the official album chart at No. 18. According to a press release, the "The Flying Opera...March 31, 2011
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AVANTASIA/EDGUY Mainman Interviewed On 'Heavy Metal Thunder' (Audio)
DJ JC Green of Metal Messiah Radio's "Heavy Metal Thunder" show recently conducted an interview with AVANTASIA/EDGUY mainman Tobias Sammet. You can now listen to the chat using the audio player below. Interview (audio):March 24, 2011
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EXHORDER: 'FRANKIE's Ferocious Bass Playing And Stage Presence Will Always Be Revered'
Legendary New Orleans metallers EXHORDER have released the following statement to BLABBERMOUTH.NET: "On March 22, 2011, Frankie Sparcello, our brother, friend and bassist sadly passed on from us. His sense of humor and gentle soul that touched so many will always be missing from us in our lives and...March 23, 2011
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SURTR: 'Part III' Video Released
French doomsters SURTR will release their debut album, "World Of Doom", on April 29 except in France, U.K. and Ireland, where it will arrive on May 2. The cover artwork and layout were designed by Christoph "Stripe" Schinzel (ANVIL, COUNT RAVEN, SODOM, VICIOUS RUMORS). "World Of Doom" track listing:...March 22, 2011
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CATALEPSY: Behind-The-Scenes Footage From 'Bleed' Video Shoot
Central Florida-based metal band CATALEPSY recently filmed a video for the title track of its second album, "Bleed". Behind-the-scenes footage from the shoot can be viewed below. "Bleed" will be released on May 10 via Eulogy Recordings. The CD was produced by Matt Johnson (THE AUTUMN OFFERING) and c...March 19, 2011
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CATALEPSY To Release 'Bleed' In May
Central Florida-based metal band CATALEPSY will release its second album, "Bleed", on May 10 via Eulogy Recordings. The CD was produced by Matt Johnson (THE AUTUMN OFFERING) and contains the track "Goliath", which features guest vocals by Matt Bruso (BURY YOUR DEAD). Formed in 2004, CATALEPSY has be...March 15, 2011
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SAMMY HAGAR Says EDDIE VAN HALEN Claims He Cured Himself Of Cancer
According to The Pulse Of Radio, in Sammy Hagar's new memoir "Red: My Uncensored Life In Rock", which will be released on March 15, he talks frankly and candidly about his former partner, Eddie Van Halen. In the book, Hagar points out some of the more outlandish displays from Eddie in recent times,...March 10, 2011
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HENRY ROLLINS To Guest On 'Chelsea Lately'
Punk rock icon Henry Rollins will guest on E! television network's "Chelsea Lately" show on Tuesday, March 8 at 11:00 p.m. EST. "Chelsea Lately" is a late-night talk show hosted by comedienne Chelsea Handler. It premiered on Monday, July 16, 2007 as a successor to the mini-series "The Chelsea Handle...March 7, 2011
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SAMMY HAGAR: Book-Signing Appearances Announced
Legendary rocker Sammy Hagar has confirmed a number of signing engagements for his autobiography, "Red: My Uncensored Life In Rock", due on March 15 via It Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers. Sunday, March 13 at 2:00 p.m. Chapters - Festival Hall 142 John Street Toronto, Ontario, Canada T...March 3, 2011
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SURTR: New Audio Sample Available
French doomsters SURTR will release their debut album, "World Of Doom", on April 29 except in France, U.K. and Ireland, where it will arrive on May 2. The cover artwork and layout are being designed by Christoph "Stripe" Schinzel (ANVIL, COUNT RAVEN, SODOM, VICIOUS RUMORS). An audio sample of the ne...March 3, 2011
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HENRY ROLLINS Talks About Turning 50 In New Audio Interview
Punk rock icon Henry Rollins recently turned 50, and to commemorate his birthday, he's embarking on a spoken-word tour, dubbed — appropriately enough — "50". BackstageAxxess.com had a chance to catch up with Henry on the phone and talked with him about how he celebrated his birthday, how he manages...March 3, 2011
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SLASH Featured On New TRAVIS BARKER Solo Track; Audio Available
Legendary guitarist Slash (VELVET REVOLVER, GUNS N' ROSES) makes a guest appearance on the song "Saturday Night" from BLINK-182 drummer and hip-hop producer Travis Barker. The track, which will appear on Barker's upcoming solo album, "Give The Drummer Some", is now available for streaming at the KRO...March 2, 2011
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MACHINE MEN Calls It Quits
Finnish melodic metallers MACHINE MEN have issued the following update: "Things have been quiet for the past two years. During this time we have gone through many changes and we have been thinking about the future of the band. Unfortunately, we feel that the challenges as a band would be too hard to...February 27, 2011
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SIX FEET UNDER Working On New Music With CHIMAIRA's ROB ARNOLD, Says Former Bassist
Bassist Terry Butler (OBITUARY, SIX FEET UNDER, DEATH, MASSACRE) was interviewed on the February 7, 2011 edition of the "Psycho Realms" radio show on the Tampa, Florida radio station WMNF 88.5 FM. You can now watch video footage of his appearance on the program in three parts below. Regarding his de...February 27, 2011
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