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DISTURBED, HANOI ROCKS, AIRBOURNE Confirmed For SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL
DISTURBED, HANOI ROCKS and AIRBOURNE have been confirmed for this year's edition of Sweden Rock Festival, set to take place June 4-7 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. The festival billing is shaping up as follows (in alphabetical order): ACE FREHLEY (US) AIRBOURNE (AUS) ASTRAL DOORS (S) AT THE GATES (S) AVATAR...February 25, 2008
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Metal Blade Records 25th Anniversary
In a world of mergers, acquisitions, and corporate rape, Metal Blade Records continues to stand tall as a label with credibility, independence, and a truly customer-oriented staff. One can debate some of the albums they've released over the years, but one could say that about most labels. That the l...February 24, 2008
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AMBERIAN DAWN: Footage From FINNISH METAL EXPO Posted Online
Fan-filmed video footage of Finnish female-fronted metal band AMBERIAN DAWN performing the song "Evil Inside Me" at this year's Finnish Metal Expo on February 16, 2008 in Helsinki, Finland can be viewed below. AMBERIAN DAWN released its debut album, "River of Tuoni", on January 30 via Suomen Musiikk...February 22, 2008
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ICED EARTH Confirmed For Germany's BANG YOUR HEAD!!! Festival
ICED EARTH has been confirmed for this year's installment of the Bang Your Head!!! festival, set to take place on June 27-28 in Balingen, Germany. The band, which recently rejoined forces with singer Matt Barlow, is the last of 23 acts to be confirmed for the event. The festival billing is shaping u...February 21, 2008
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STORMZONE To Support GEORGE LYNCH In Spain
Irish band STORMZONE will support George Lynch (DOKKEN, LYNCH MOB) during his tour of Spain. Confirmed dates so far include Barcelona (March 13),Bilbao (March 14) and Madrid (March 15). Apart from performing a full support slot, STORMZONE will also return to the stage to back George Lynch during hi...February 20, 2008
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ACE FREHLEY Confirmed For SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL
Original KISS guitarist Ace Fehley has been confirmed for this year's edition of Sweden Rock Festival, set to take place June 4-7 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. The festival billing is shaping up as follows (in alphabetical order): ACE FREHLEY (US) ASTRAL DOORS (S) AT THE GATES (S) AVATAR (S) AXEWITCH (S) B...February 20, 2008
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SEE RED: New CD To Be Produced By Former VENOM Frontman TONY DOLAN
Rising UK metal band SEE RED has tapped Tony Dolan (ATOMKRAFT, ex-VENOM) to produce its next CD, which will be recorded later in the year. In other news, SEE RED has announced the addition of drummer Pete Wolfendale (ex-AGAINST THE GRAIN) to the group's ranks. Rehearsals have already begun for forth...February 19, 2008
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CAMP FREDDY Mayhem
CAMP FREDDY — the Los Angeles-based "jam" group featuring guitarists Dave Navarro (ex-JANE'S ADDICTION, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS) and Billy Morrison (ex-THE CULT bassist, current CIRCUS DIABLO vocalist) alongside VELVET REVOLVER members Matt Sorum (drums) and Scott Weiland (vocals) — has issued the fol...February 18, 2008
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THIN LIZZY Guitarist's Son Follows In Dad's Footsteps
Sean, the 16-year-old son of THIN LIZZY/ex-WHITESNAKE guitarist John Sykes, is currently playing keyboards for the California-based thrash/death metal band STATIUS. The unsigned group, which is influenced by such acts as CHILDREN OF BODOM, STRATOVARIOUS, OUTWORLD, EMPEROR and TESTAMENT, has posted t...February 18, 2008
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Ex-KISS, MOTÖRHEAD, IRON MAIDEN Members Featured On 'The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute'
Cleopatra Records has released a two-CD set called "LedBox - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute" on the Deadline label. This 25-song double CD set contains contributions from many great classic rock artists, including the following: Eric Bloom (BLUE ÖYSTER CULT) Brian Robertson (MOTÖRHEAD, THIN LIZZY...February 17, 2008
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EDENBRIDGE: New Album Release Date Announced; Audio Samples Available
Austrian symphonic metal band EDENBRIDGE will release its sixth studio album, "MyEarthDream", on April 25 via Napalm Records. The cover art was created by Anthony Clarkson, who has previously worked with BLIND GUARDIAN, among other artists. "MyEarthDream" track listing: 01. The Force Within 02. Shad...February 17, 2008
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SECRECY Announces Second Guitarist For BANG YOUR HEAD!!! Festival Appearance
Acclaimed early '90s German metallers SECRECY will be joined by second guitarist Dennis Krueger (THE ELDER, MURDER ONE, TALK) for their upcoming reunion performance at this year's Bang Your Head!!! festival, which is scheduled to take place June 27-28 at Messegelände in Balingen, Germany. The group'...February 17, 2008
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AVANTASIA, SEBASTIAN BACH, VIVIAN Confirmed For SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL
AVANTASIA, SEBASTIAN BACH and VIVIAN have been confirmed for this year's edition of Sweden Rock Festival, set to take place June 4-7 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. AVANTASIA mainman Tobias Sammet (also of EDGUY) will be backed during the group's performance by a phenomenal band, including members of KAMELOT...February 13, 2008
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Former THIN LIZZY/MOTÖRHEAD Guitarist Back In Recording Studio
The Thin Lizzy - A Rock Legend web site reports that former THIN LIZZY/MOTÖRHEAD guitarist Brian Robertson has entered Polar studios in Stockholm, Sweden with Ian Haugland (EUROPE) and Nalle Pahlsson on drums and bass, respectively. According to Robertson's manager Sören Lindberg, "The first session...February 11, 2008
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GYPSY ROSE Featuring Ex-ACCEPT Singer DAVID REECE: Audio Sample Available
According to MelodicRock.com, Escape Music has set a May 19 release date for the second GYPSY ROSE CD, tentatively titled "II". GYPSY ROSE was formed in Mölnlycke, Sweden and was inspired by great British bands such as THIN LIZZY, RAINBOW, DEEP PURPLE and LED ZEPPELIN. The group's debut CD, "Gypsy R...February 11, 2008
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