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RUDY SARZO On DIO's Passing: 'I'm Saddened Beyond Words'

Bass veteran Rudy Sarzo (OZZY OSBOURNE, WHITESNAKE, QUIET RIOT, DIO, BLUE ÖYSTER CULT) has issued the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "I'm saddened beyond words. I will miss the sound of your...

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DAVID COVERDALE 'Very Sad' To Hear Of DIO's Passing

WHITESNAKE mainman and former DEEP PURPLE vocalist David Coverdale has posted the following message regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "[I was] so very sad to hear of Ronnie's passing... My thoughts, prayers and co...

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Is New THIN LIZZY Lineup Little More Than Glorified Tribute Band?

The Belfast Telegraph reports that almost 25 years after the death of legendary Irish rocker Phil Lynott, THIN LIZZY is set to hit the road again — this time with THE ALMIGHTY frontman Ricky Warwick at the helm. Warwick, 43, replaces Lynott in the latest reincarnation, joining THIN LIZZY alumni Scot...

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THIN LIZZY's New Lineup Officially Announced

THIN LIZZY is one of rock music's most recognizable names. The fiery Dublin band exploded onto the scene with a fresh sound, look and attitude. Led by the incomparable Phil Lynott, the band reached many peaks and influenced generations of musicians with classic tracks such as "Jailbreak", "The Boys...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP: Band Lineup For U.S., European Tours Announced

MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP has announced the lineup of musicians that will take part in the European and U.S. legs of the band's 30th-anniversary world tour. The details are as follows: Europe - May/June: * Michael Schenker - Lead Guitar * Gary Barden - Vocals * Chris Slade (ex-AC/DC/THE FIRM) - Drums (...

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AUDIOVISION: 'Keep The Fire Burning' Video Released

"Keep The Fire Burning", the new video from the Swedish melodic metal band AUDIOVISION, can be viewed below. The clip was directed by Ronny Hemlin (SCAR SYMMETRY, STEEL ATTACK).The song comes off the group's second album, "Focus", which was released in Europe and North America on April 23 through Ul...

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Former HANOI ROCKS Guitarist ANDY MCCOY: More Art Exhibition Details Revealed

Former HANOI ROCKS guitarist Andy McCoy's first-ever art exhibition will be held at Kaapelitehdas in Helsinki, Finland from Thursday, May 27 to Sunday, May 30 (open each day from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.). In addition to the collection of Andy's own paintings, there will be photographs of Andy from...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP: U.S. Dates Announced

According to Pollstar, MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP (MSG) has scheduled the following U.S. dates in July and August: Jul. 15 - Redondo Beach, CA - Brixton (w/ PRETTY BOY FLOYD) Jul. 16 - Santa Ana, CA - Galaxy Concert Theatre Jul. 18 - San Diego, CA - Brick By Brick Jul. 21 - San Antonio, TX ...

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TWISTED SISTER Guitarist Schedules Middletown Meet-And-Greet

TWISTED SISTER guitarist Eddie Ojeda will take part in a meet-and-greet on Saturday, May 1 between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. at Alto Music in Middletown, New York. Eddie Ojeda's solo album, "Axes 2 Axes", was released in 2006. The CD features guest appearances by such acclaimed hard rock/heavy metal v...

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Former ANTHRAX Singer DAN NELSON To Begin Rehearsing With TESTAMENT Drummer

Former ANTHRAX vocalist Dan Nelson will head over to the West Coast soon to begin rehearsing with his new band BLACKGATES, also featuring drummer Paul Bostaph (TESTAMENT, ex-EXODUS, SLAYER, FORBIDDEN),guitarist Jeremy Epp (THE VENTING MACHINE) and bassist Uriah Duffy (WHITESNAKE). "[I] can't wait t...

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BURDEN OF GRIEF Completes Work On New Album

German melodic death/thrash metallers BURDEN OF GRIEF have completed work on their new album, "Follow The Flames", for a summer release via Massacre Records. The follow-up to 2007's "Death End Road" will contain 10 new songs. The limited-edition version of the CD will include a bonus disc featuring...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP, LYNCH MOB To Join Forces For 'Battle Of The Axes' Tour

MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP (featuring Michael Schenker) and LYNCH MOB (featuring George Lynch) will join forces for the "Battle Of The Axes" U.S. tour this summer. So far the following dates have been released: Jul. 29 - Starland Ballroom - Sayreville, NJ Jul. 30 - Jaxx - Springfield, VA More dates will...

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AUDIOVISION: 'Invitation' Video Released

"Invitation", the new video from the Swedish melodic metal band AUDIOVISION, can be viewed below. The clip was directed by Ronny Hemlin (SCAR SYMMETRY, STEEL ATTACK).The song comes off the group's second album, "Focus", which will be released in Europe and North America on April 23 through Ulterium...

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WINGER/WHITESNAKE's REB BEACH: KIRK HAMMETT Is One Of The Worst Guitar Players I've Ever Heard

Classic Rock Revisited's Jeb Wright and Jesse Lee recently conducted an interview with WINGER/WHITESNAKE guitarist Reb Beach for the "Decades Of Distortion" show on the Arkansas City, Kansas radio station KACY 102.5 FM. When asked about the comparisons between his playing and that of METALLICA guita...

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MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP: Pro-Shot Japanese Footage Available

Professionally filmed video footage of MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP's (MSG) January 2010 concert in Japan can be viewed below. The footage, which originally aired this past Saturday (March 27) on the Japanese TV channel NHK-BS2, is expected to surface on a DVD later this year. MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP's lin...