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Female Tribute Bands Pay Homage To Classic Rock/Metal Acts On 'Girls Got Rhythm'
On the heels of its third anniversary, Liquor and Poker Music — the "rock" arm of the Century Family — commemorates the occasion with a celebration of its two favorite subjects: women and rock 'n' roll. Specifically, the label has assembled its first compilation, a collection of female tribute bands...July 17, 2006
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CRIMSON GLORY Guitarist Comments On ROCKWAVE FESTIVAL Appearance
Reunited Florida metallers CRIMSON GLORY performed at the Rockwave Festival on July 12 at Terravibe in Malakasa, Greece. The band's guitarist, Ben Jackson, has posted the following message on the band's official forum: "The recent trip to Greece for me was awesome! We enjoyed beautiful weather, deli...July 16, 2006
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LED ZEPPELIN And METALLICA Are Among Top Rock Bands Of All Time
LED ZEPPELIN and METALLICA are among the Top 10 Rock Bands of All Time, according to AVRev.com. To celebrate their pending tenth anniversary on July 1, 2006, AVRev.com has compiled its list of the Top 100 Rock Bands of All Time. Unlike past lists that are based on mere opinion, the AVRev.com "Top Ro...June 28, 2006
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GLENN HUGHES: New Audio Interview, Acoustic Performance Available For Download
Legendary vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK SABBATH) was a special guest on the ABC Radio Australia's "The Breakfast Club", hosted by Phil Kafcaloudes, on Wednesday, June 14. In addition to being interviewed, Glenn performed an acoustic rendition of "Nights In White Satin" live in th...June 15, 2006
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BIRD OF PREY Announce New Guitarist
According to Rockdetector.com, BIRD OF PREY — the band led by vocalist Kyle Michaels, a scene veteran who has previously played with MASI, ANIMAL, the GEEZER BUTLER BAND, RAVAGE the DAVID SHANKLE GROUP — has announced a new guitarist. The group — whose musical style is self-described as "'70s heavy...June 13, 2006
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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Putting Finishing Touches On 'Shot To Hell'
On top of helping Ozzy Osbourne write songs for his next record, guitarist Zakk Wylde is putting the finishing touches on "Shot To Hell", his first BLACK LABEL SOCIETY album for Roadrunner Records. Produced by Zakk and Michael Beinhorn (OZZY, KORN, SOUNDGARDEN),and recorded with longtime pals Craig...June 9, 2006
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PAUL STANLEY Talks About Marriage, Hip Replacement Surgery And Possibility Of New KISS CD
KISS' official web site, KissOnline.com, has been updated with part three of a brand new interview with KISS guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley. It is reproduced here in its entirety: KissOnline.com: I know you like to keep KissOnline.com mainly focused on KISS, but can we ask you some Paul Stanley que...May 27, 2006
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Councilwoman Comments On Seattle's Decision To Name Park After JIMI HENDRIX
Kery Murakami of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer is reporting that On Monday (May 22) the City Council recommended that a new park being built alongside the future home of an African American museum in the Central Area bear Jimi Hendrix's name. The final decision rests with Seattle Parks and Recreati...May 23, 2006
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Seattle City Council Votes To Name Park After JIMI HENDRIX
According to The Seattle Times, The City Council voted unanimously Monday (May 22) to name a new park in the Central Area after legendary musician and Seattle native Jimi Hendrix. The new five-acre park, expected to open this fall, would be next to a proposed $20 million Northwest African American M...May 23, 2006
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Report: Saudis Rock To The Language Of METALLICA And MEGADETH
Anthony Shadid of the Washington Post has issued the following report: JIDDAH, Saudi Arabia — It was past sunset, a little after the call to prayer, and time for the mic check at the sometimes-weekly jam session of Hasan Hatrash and his friends in this city on the Red Sea. "Test, test, one, ...May 23, 2006
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JIMI HENDRIX Sidemen Return With New BAND OF GYPSYS Album
Launch Radio Networks reports: Jimi Hendrix's BAND OF GYPSYS is back, more than 35 years after his death. Drummer Buddy Miles and bassist Billy Cox have released a new CD/DVD combo titled "The Band Of Gypsys Return", which features nine live and studio recordings. Included on the album are Hendrix c...May 12, 2006
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JIMI HENDRIX Biopic Back On?
WENN.com is reporting that the producers of a planned Jimi Hendrix biopic are refusing to let a British court decision halt pre-production on the project, insisting they're forging ahead with the venture. Last week, producers at Dragonslayer Films were banned from using the guitarist's music in thei...May 9, 2006
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JIMI HENDRIX Biopic Gets The Axe
The U.K.'s Guardian Unlimited is reporting that the high court has put the kibosh on a proposed Jimi Hendrix biopic after it ruled that its U.S. filmmakers had no rights to the legendary guitarist's music or likeness. Director John Hillman was told he would have to seek permission from the Experienc...May 5, 2006
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Guitarist DAN SPITZ Says ANTHRAX Touring Cycle Is 'Not Over'
ANTHRAX guitarist Dan Spitz has posted the following message on his official web site: "Well, all you peeps, I'm back from the European tour and happy to report complete freakin' chaos and a wooosie feeling of jet lag from my trip aboard the Milan to the U.S.A. flight of doom. Thank you to all the ....May 3, 2006
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Director QUENTIN TARANTINO Shoots Down JIMI HENDRIX Biopic Rumors
Quentin Tarantino has shot down published reports that signed on to direct the long-awaited Jimi Hendrix biopic. The movie maker was previously said to be a huge fan of the script of the film, according to producers at Dragonslayer Films, and was expected to team up with Hendrix's brother Leon to te...April 28, 2006
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