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DEEP PURPLE Involved In Russia's Rock-For-Gas Deal
Dmitry Zhdannikov of Reuters reports that UK hard rock legends DEEP PURPLE are heading for Moscow as a farewell gift to Dmitry Medvedev, the chairman of gas giant Gazprom and almost certainly Russia's next president. Medvedev has told interviewers DEEP PURPLE, known for hits such as "Smoke on the Wa...February 6, 2008
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ORCHID'S CURSE Announces New Guitarist
Diminished Fifth Records has announced that Keith McLeod (ex-SHE KILLS) will be stepping in as the second guitarist in Dartmouth Nova Scotia, Canada's ORCHID'S CURSE. The band began as a five-piece and released its debut EP, "Goodbye is when the Casket Closes…" in September 2006. However since the r...January 31, 2008
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Report: OZZFEST To Go Out In 'Limited Run' This Summer
According to Billboard.com, Ozzfest is expected to go out only in a limited run this summer. Ozzy Osbourne — who has helmed the main stage at his namesake festival almost every summer for more than a decade — told reporters during a teleconference last October that he will headline this year's Ozzfe...January 30, 2008
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SYSTEM OF A DOWN Drummer Honored To Play On SERJ TANKIAN's Solo Album
Artisan News Service recently spoke to SYSTEM OF A DOWN drummer John Dolmayan about his work on SOAD singer Serj Tankian's solo album, "Elect the Dead", and the debut CD from SCARS ON BROADWAY, which also features SYSTEM OF A DOWN guitarist Daron Malakian. "There's no rivalry," he explained. "We sup...January 29, 2008
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KISS To Tour Europe In May/June
According to a posting on KISS' official web site, the group's guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley confirmed last night (January 28) that KISS will tour Europe this May and June. They will play arena and stadium shows. Swedish newspaper Dagens Nyheter reported last month that KISS is strongly rumored to...January 29, 2008
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PETER CRISS, BRUCE KULICK To Guest On 'Kiss This' Special
Former KISS members Peter Criss and Bruce Kulick will be interviewed over the phone for this Thursday's (January 31) edition of the "world-famous" "Kiss This" special, which is scheduled to air at 8:00 p.m. PST / 11:00 p.m. EST. Listen and chat live at www.radiorealitycheck.com. CW11 recently conduc...January 27, 2008
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IRON GIANT Signs With DIMINISHED FIFTH RECORDS
Diminished Fifth Records has announced the signing of Moncton, New Brunswick's IRON GIANT. The group's second full-length album, "Creator of Scars", will be released later in the year. According to a press release, IRON GIANT "needs no introduction in Eastern Canada," having been "tearing up stages...January 27, 2008
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ANGEL BLAKE Completes Work On New Album
ANGEL BLAKE, the Swedish band featuring former THE CROWN guitarist Marko Tervonen, has completed work on its second album at Tervonen's Studio MT (located three kilometers from Trollhättan, Sweden) for a late April release via Dynamic Arts Records. A single, entitled "Defenseless", will precede the...January 23, 2008
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KISS: More Australian Shows Announced
One of the most legendary and influential bands in rock history, KISS will perform concerts in Sydney and Brisbane, Australia in March. March 18 - Brisbane Entertainment Centre March 20 - Acer Arena, Sydney The concerts will follow the band's spectacular performance to close the 2008 Grand Prix in M...January 23, 2008
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KISS: Photos From NAMM Posted Online
KISS' official web site, KissOnline.com, has been updated with photos from this year's winter NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) show, which took place January 17-20 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Included are pictures of KISS guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley at...January 21, 2008
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MARILYN MANSON: 'It's Going To Be Difficult For People To Keep Us From Tearing Our Faces Off'
Marilyn Manson recently spoke with RollingStone.com about what he has planned for his "Rape of the World" tour, which is set to terrorize Orlando, Florida tomorrow night. With bassist Twiggy Ramirez (real name: Jeordie White) back in the fold, Manson promises that fans will "get a little bit of what...January 18, 2008
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ANTHRAX Guitarist: 'What's The Point Of Having Fun And Not Sharing?'
ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian recently launched a column on SuicideGirls.com called "Scott Ian's Food Coma" where he writes about his food and travel experiences. An excerpt from the latest installment follows: "I hate that stupid 'What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas' slogan. What's the point of havi...January 16, 2008
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AMORPHIS Confirmed As Second Headliner Of PROGPOWER USA IX
Finland's AMORPHIS has been confirmed as the second headliner of ProgPower USA IX. America's premiere metal festival returns to Center Stage in Atlanta on September 26 and September 27. "AMORPHIS may not fit the stereotypical profile, but they truly are a progressive giant in this scene," said ProgP...January 15, 2008
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MASTODON To Be Featured On 'Human Giant: The Complete 1st Season' DVD
According to Pitchfork, MASTODON's performance on MTV's "24 Hours of Human Giant", which aired in May 2007, will be included on the "Human Giant: The Complete 1st Season" DVD, due on March 18 via MTV and Paramount Home Entertainment. In addition to the eight episodes (with commentary from the cast a...January 15, 2008
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THE END RECORDS' 2008 SXSW Showcase Announced
The End Records has announced the lineup for its b>SXSW (b>South by Southwest) showcase this year. The event will be held on March 15, 2008 at The Ale House in Austin, Texas. Artists scheduled to perform are jazz/metal act the ALEX SKOLNICK TRIO, singer/songwriter/performer JARBOE, Chicago's e...January 15, 2008
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