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Truck Kills Illinois Man Leaving OZZFEST
IndyStar.com reports that an Illinois man died Tuesday night while walking outside the Verizon Wireless Music Center in Indianapolis, Indiana after the Ozzfest concert. Danne D. Buchanan, 41, of Fisher, Ill., was walking south on Boden Road just north of 156th Street about 11:30 p.m. when he was str...August 15, 2007
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HIM Singer Reveals Rehab Hell
Ville Valo has revealed to Britain's Rock Sound magazine (web site) how he checked himself into rehab recently in order to avoid having heart failure. The HIM vocalist spent a couple of weeks detoxing "behind bars" after his drinking had escalated to a point where he said he had two options — die .....August 10, 2007
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MONDO GENERATOR Announces 'What Is Rock' Tour With TURBONEGRO
MONDO GENERATOR has announced the dates for the upcoming "What Is Rock" tour with TURBONEGRO. The trek will kick off in September and run through the middle of October. MONDO GENERATOR was originally formed by ex-QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE and KYUSS bassist Nick Oliveri in 1997. The band has previously...August 2, 2007
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Report: LITA FORD Scam Thwarted
Pollstar.com reports that a scam artist promising nationally touring acts at bargain-basement prices to clubs since last year is still at it and claiming to represent Lita Ford. One con was stopped short July 10 thanks to a Texas club owner who followed his instincts when the offer sounded too good...August 2, 2007
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Utah Governor Declares DREAM THEATER Day
Larry D. Curtis of Utah's Deseret Morning News reports: Somebody better check Gov. Huntsman's iPod. When New York quintet DREAM THEATER took the stage at the Ford Theater Monday night in the E Center, it did so on its very own day, as designated by the governor. [Click here to view ...July 31, 2007
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Classic JUDAS PRIEST, IRON MAIDEN, MOTÖRHEAD, SLAYER Tracks Featured On 'Heavy Metal Box'
According to Billboard.com, Rhino Records has set an October 2 release date for "Heavy Metal Box". The four-disc, 70-song set boasts classic tracks from IRON MAIDEN, JUDAS PRIEST, MOTÖRHEAD and SLAYER, among dozens of others. Arranged chronologically from 1968 to 1991, the compilation also boasts hi...July 26, 2007
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QUIET RIOT, Ex-DEEP PURPLE, GUNS N' ROSES, YNGWIE Members Pay Tribute To JOHN BONHAM
RSM Records (distributed by MVD Entertainment),in association with Jeff Roberts & Jack Edward Sawyers, will release FRANKIE BANALI & FRIENDS' "24/7/365 - The Tribute to Led Zeppelin" on September 18. According to a posting on QUIET RIOT drummer Frankie Banali's web site, "the album is dedic...July 23, 2007
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QUEENSRŸCHE: Complete 'Sign Of The Times: The Best Of Queensrÿche' Details Revealed
In a career that spans nearly 25 years, QUEENSRŸCHE has released 15 albums that have sold more than 20 million units around the world. On August 28, Capitol/EMI will release "Sign Of The Times: The Best Of Queensrÿche" in CD, 2-CD Collectors Edition packages and digitally. The new career-spanning hi...July 9, 2007
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SPARTA To Open Second Leg Of VELVET REVOLVER / ALICE IN CHAINS Tour
According to HardDrive Radio, SPARTA — the El Paso post-hardcore band featuring former members of AT THE DRIVE-IN — will open for VELVET REVOLVER and ALICE IN CHAINS on the second of their North American tour beginning on September 8 in Vancouver. As previously reported, Chicago-based rock act KILL...July 7, 2007
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VELVET REVOLVER, ALICE IN CHAINS: More North American Tour Dates Announced
VELVET REVOLVER and ALICE IN CHAINS will team up for a North American tour beginning early August. Confirmed dates so far are as follows: Aug. 05 - Baltimore, MD, Pimlico Race Course Aug. 06 - Verona, NY, Turning Stone Resort & Casino Aug. 08 - Sturgis, SD, Buffalo Chip Campground Aug. 11 - Mont...July 4, 2007
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RUSH: U.S. 'Snakes & Arrows' Concert Attendances Revealed
The following are some of the early RUSH "Snakes & Arrows World Tour" concert grosses, as reported by Billboard magazine: Artist/Event: RUSH Venue: HiFi Buys Ampthitheatre City/State: Atlanta, GA Date: June 13, 2007 Gross Sales: $505,255 Attendance: 8,998 Capacity: 15,949 Artist/Event: RUSH Venu...June 29, 2007
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GODSMACK Frontman Selling Custom Chopper
GODSMACK frontman Sully Erna has issued the following update: "I've decided to part with my beautiful 2003 H&L Custom Chopper that was filmed for the 'Speak' video on MTV. This bike has been featured in several bike magazines and can also be seen in GODSMACK's 'Changes' DVD. I am in the process...June 26, 2007
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VAN HALEN, METALLICA, KISS Items Featured In Michigan's ROCK STARS' CARS & GUITARS Exhibit
VAN HALEN and METALLICA are among the artists who have contributed legendary cars and signature guitars to be displayed at the Rock Stars' Cars & Guitars exhibit beginning on Saturday, June 9 at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. The exhibit will feature items pulled from the Petersen...June 8, 2007
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SLAYER, MARILYN MANSON: More In Common Than You'd Think?
Since rock 'n' roll's inception in the 1950s, it's always been blamed for the ills of society-and no one knows that better than SLAYER or MARILYN MANSON. From suicides to school shootings, both acts have continually been unfairly categorized as scapegoats by media pundits and politicians simply beca...June 5, 2007
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LILLIAN AXE: 'Waters Rising' Pushed Back To July; Audio Sample Available
LILLIAN AXE has had the release date of its first new studio album in nearly fifteen years (and first for the Metro City Records label),titled "Waters Rising", pushed back to July 17 from the previously announced June 19. The CD's title cut is now available for streaming at this location (second so...May 22, 2007