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Tools of Destruction
I like melodic hard rock and metal as much as the next guy (or gal). Shit, I even like some of the traditional '80s stuff; you know, the cheesy, pop-flavored fare. That doesn't mean that I like every band and I sure as hell don't respect all of it. Regardless, I realize that not every ...June 20, 2005
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ASCENSION OF THE WATCHERS: FEAR FACTORY Side-Project To Release 'Iconoclast' EP
ASCENSION OF THE WATCHERS — the project featuring Burton C. Bell (FEAR FACTORY) and John Bechdel (KILLING JOKE, FALSE ICONS) — will be making their five-song EP, "Iconoclast", available on June 28 , exclusively through the web site www.ascensionofthewatchers.com. "Iconoclast" will be released in two...June 18, 2005
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APHELION: Rough-Mix Sample From Debut Album Posted Online
APHELION (formerly MANDYLION),the Oslo, Norway-based group featuring former members of SACRALIS, OLD MAN'S CHILD, PECCATUM and DIMENSION F3H, have posted a rough-mix version of their song "Shock" at this location. "Shock" comes off the group's upcoming debut album, due this summer via an as-yet-und...May 18, 2005
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The Wreck of the Minot
You may actually have to do a little digging to find the new album from this under-underground Boston trio. But put in the time, and you'll be rewarded with some of the most potent, crushing, timeless hard rock and roll to come down the pike this year. WE'RE ALL GONNA DIE marry clenched-fist riffs a...May 15, 2005
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TRENT REZNOR Says Collaborations With DE LA ROCHA, KEENAN May Never Surface
NINE INCH NAILS mainman Trent Reznor recently spoke to MTV.com about his collaboration with former RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE frontman Zack de la Rocha. A de la Rocha/Reznor cut, "We Want It All", appeared on last year's "Songs and Artists That Inspired Fahrenheit 9/11". As for what will happen with t...May 11, 2005
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The Perfect Moment
Expecting another metalcore outfit plundering Swedish riffs and singing like canaries in the chorus? Think again — behind this enigmatic artwork lies one mindfucker of a hybridized, mutated metal masterpiece! LOSA twist and turn psychotically as this CD (one album-length movement, reportedly played...May 8, 2005
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EYES OF FIRE: New Music Available For Download
Orange County-based quintet EYES OF FIRE have posted two songs from their upcoming sophomore album at their official web site. "They are unmastered and the final product will have slightly different production qualities than what you hear now," reads a post on the group's web site. Check out the tra...April 25, 2005
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QUIET RIOT Singer KEVIN DUBROW: 'Who The Fuck Is MESHUGGAH?'
QUIET RIOT frontman Kevin DuBrow recently spoke to KNAC.COM about his reputation as an "asshole" and last year's ill-fated "Bad Boys of Metal" tour with Jani Lane (ex-WARRANT) and Steven Adler (ex-GUNS N' ROSES),among other topics. Several excerpts from the interview follow: KNAC.COM: It's true tha...April 24, 2005
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THUNDERSTONE: 'Tools Of Destruction' U.S. Release Date Announced
Finnish melodic power metallers THUNDERSTONE will release their third full-length album, "Tools of Destruction", in the U.S. on June 28 via Nuclear Blast Records. An MP3 file containing a sample medley of the songs from the CD can be downloaded at this location. As previously reported, THUNDERSTONE'...April 20, 2005
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THUNDERSTONE: 'Tools Of Destruction' Samples Posted Online
Finnish melodic power metallers THUNDERSTONE have posted an MP3 file containing a sample medley of the songs from their upcoming third full-length album, "Tools of Destruction", due on April 18 via Nuclear Blast Records. Download the file at this location. As previously reported, THUNDERSTONE's vide...April 11, 2005
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THE AURORA PROJECT Confirmed For Holland's PROGPOWER EUROPE Festival
Dutch atmospheric progressive rock/metal band THE AURORA PROJECT have been added to the lineup of acts performing at the ProgPower Europe festival, set to take place October 1-2 at JC Sjiwa in Baarlo, the Netherlands. The festival billing is now shaping up as follows: Saturday, October 1: GREEN CARN...April 9, 2005
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TOOL Admit To April Fool's Prank, Continue Writing New Album
TOOL's official web site, ToolBand.com, has been updated with the following message: "Good news, April Fool's fans. The writing and recording is back under way. When approached for comment on his recent encounter with the Son of God, Maynard said, 'That guy's a punk!' "As it turns out, Maynard was o...April 7, 2005
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TOOL's April Fool's Prank Has Fans Worried
Launch Radio Networks reports: TOOL gave its fans a shock on April Fool's Day when a posting at the band's web site, Toolband.com, reported that singer Maynard James Keenan was not recording with the band because he had "found Jesus." Keenan himself emailed the webmaster of TOOL fan site ToolShed.do...April 5, 2005
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THUNDERSTONE: 'Tool Of The Devil' Video Posted Online
THUNDERSTONE's video for the track "Tool of the Devil" has been made available for download at this location (Quicktime, 30 MB). The clip was shot with director Jari Mutikainen and producer Jan Streng. "Tool of the Devil" comes off the group's third full-length album, "Tools of Destruction", due on...April 5, 2005
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THUNDERSTONE Enter Finnish Single Chart At No. 3
Finnish melodic power metallers THUNDERSTONE have entered the national single chart in Finland at position No. 3 with their limited-edition "Tool of the Devil" single. View the whole chart at this location. In addition to the title track, the single includes a special edit of "I Will Come Again" and...April 4, 2005
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