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Worlds Collide

Fledgling Washington State thrash label Aphotic Records has opened its doors with a reliable, meat and potatoes effort from Sweden's TME called "Worlds Collide". The thrash/death metal act (more on the thrash side) is a sure bet to appeal to fans of a bashing Swedish style with roots in the old scho...

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Cryptic Implosion

Anyone that has spent any amount of time with the technically proficient extreme bands on the Willowtip roster will not be surprised to find out that "Cryptic Implosion" from Santa Cruz, California's ODIOUS MORTEM is a awe-inspiring slab of accomplished death metal aggression. Jumping from well-resp...

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BRITNY FOX Singer Discusses Reunion Plans

Sleaze Roxx recently conducted an interview with BRITNY FOX vocalist Tommy Paris. A few excerpts follow: Sleaze Roxx: I see BRITNY FOX is back, why did you decide to hit the road at this time? Tommy: "We've had offers to tour every year with other bands but usually just for the summer. We ...

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MACHINE HEAD Frontman Is 'Very Stoked' That People Are Digging 'The Blackening'

Aaron Yoxheimer of The Morning Call recently conducted an interview with MACHINE HEAD frontman Robert Flynn. A few excerpts follow: On being one of the many people who came to BLACK SABBATH through "Heaven and Hell": "When I got into SABBATH, both Dio and Ozzy were [already recording] solo albums. T...

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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Guitarist DUTKIEWICZ To Miss European Dates

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz, who underwent emergency back surgery in January during the band's European trek, will be forced to miss the band's European festival appearances and other dates during June while he continues his recovery. "I'm pretty bummed that I won't be able to make i...

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TOMAHAWK Guitarist Discusses Upcoming CD

TOMAHAWK guitarist Duane Denison, best known for his work with the now-defunct JESUS LIZARD, recently spoke to MTV.com about the group's forthcoming album, "Anonymous", due in stores June 19. "TOMAHAWK fans, I think they'll like it," Denison said of the upcoming CD, which features rock songs constru...

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SCOTT IAN: 'Three More Killer ANTHRAX Songs Written'

ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian has issued the following update: "No rest for the wicked. "Got back from Chicago Sunday night [April 29]. Three more killer ANTHRAX songs written for a total of eight. We're right on track. "Started guitars on Pearl's [Pearl Aday; Ian's fiancée and daughter of legendary c...

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H.I.M. Covers NAPALM DEATH At London's GIVE IT A NAME FEST

According to NME.com, Finnish goth metallers H.I.M. performed a cover of NAPALM DEATH's "You Suffer" during their headlining appearance at the first night of the Give It A Name '07 festival on Friday (April 27) at Earls Court in London, England. The band also showcased a new song, "Dead Lovers Lane"...

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SPARZANZA Confirmed For SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL

Swedish hard rockers SPARZANZA have been confirmed for the 2007 edition of the Sweden Rock Festival, set to take place June 6-9 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. The festival billing is shaping up as follows (in alphabetical order): AEROSMITH (US) AFTER FOREVER (NL) ALL ENDS (S) AMON AMARTH (S) ANDROMEDA (S) A...

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THE HAUNTED Frontman Going To The Gay Sauna

THE HAUNTED frontman Peter Dolving has posted the following message on his MySpace page: "The Cockpit, Leeds — yes, it is a shit venue, with crap sound. But everyone who works there are fucking ace and the Leeds crowd is insane. One of the downsides of the place is the lack of showers. ...

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Former DARK ANGEL Bassist To Guest On Today's 'Raise The Horns'

Mike Gonzales, former bassist for legendary thrashers DARK ANGEL, will join Progmetal Angel on "Raise the Horns" this afternoon (Saturday April 28) at 3:00 pm EST on www.dementiaradio.com. They will discuss the band's history and rumors of a possible reunion. DARK ANGEL was a thrash metal band from...

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WARRIOR SOUL Pulls Out Of SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL, SOUL DOCTOR Steps In

WARRIOR SOUL has cancelled its appearance at the 2007 edition of the Sweden Rock Festival, set to take place June 6-9 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. Newly confirmed acts include SOUL DOCTOR, BALTIMOORE, HINDER, ZAN CLAN, MAGIC PIE, ARCHER, BADDADZ & BIG BEAR and BC & HEARTKEYS. The festival billing...

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MOUNTAIN OF POWER, CRAZY LIXX, ANDROMEDA Confirmed For SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL

MOUNTAIN OF POWER, CRAZY LIXX and ANDROMEDA have been confirmed for the SR Stage (Swedish Radio Stage) at the 2007 edition of the Sweden Rock Festival, set to take place June 6-9 in Sölvesborg, Sweden. The festival billing is shaping up as follows (in alphabetical order): AEROSMITH (US) AFTER FOREVE...

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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Guitarist DUTKIEWICZ To Rejoin Band For WARPED Tour

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz, who underwent emergency back surgery in January during the band's European trek, has issued the following update: "So it's become apparent that it will be time for me to rejoin the KILLSWITCH family this summer for the Warped Tour. Yes, I am looking forwa...

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Reunited MEAT PUPPETS Finish First Album In Over A Decade

Launch Radio Networks reports: MEAT PUPPETS have completed their first album in over a decade to feature both guitarist/singer Curt Kirkwood and his brother, bassist Cris Kirkwood. The new disc, titled "Rise to Your Knees", will be released on July 17, according to Billboard.com. The Kirkwoods last...