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Former MEGADETH Guitarist Comments On GENE SIMMONS' 'Anti-Muslim' Controversy
Former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman has commented on the controversy surrounding KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons' recent comments which were seen by some as anti-Muslim. Asked by a fan in the "FAQ" section of his web site how people should react to Gene's opinion and if they still need to re...May 29, 2004
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Former SALTY DOG Bassist To Guest On KING HESH's 'The Hair Apparent'
SALTY DOG founding member Michael Hannon will be the live guest on King Hesh's "The Hair Apparent" show next Friday night, June 4, simulcasted on www.lvrocks.com. Hannon will be talking about his former band SALTY DOG and his stint with DANGEROUS TOYS, and will also be playing music from his recent...May 26, 2004
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BRIDES OF DESTRUCTION: The Show Must Go On
BRIDES OF DESTRUCTION bassist Nikki Sixx has posted the following message to the "Diary" section of the group's official web site: "I sit here on the bus heading towards Denver… Been on the whiteline for 11 hours… We had to stop (in North Platt, Nebraska) at a truck stop for 3 pm breakfast. Everybod...May 20, 2004
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METALLICA Honored At ASCAP's POP MUSIC AWARDS
METALLICA were honored at performing rights groups ASCAP's annual Pop Music Awards, held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Tuesday (May 18),according to Reuters. ASCAP bestowed its Creative Voice Award on "Lars Ulrich and METALLICA," according to the citation, for the group's "artistic career achievem...May 19, 2004
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W.A.S.P.'s LAWLESS Says Smaller Record Labels Are Changing The Face Of Music
W.A.S.P. leader Blackie Lawless recently spoke to AskMen.com about the trouble with labels' lack of support his band has had over the years. Asked what advice he would give someone who wants to enter the heavy metal or rock world today, Lawless replied, "That's a tough question because the industry...May 18, 2004
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Report: Ex-MEAT PUPPETS Bassist Faces Two Years In Prison
MEAT PUPPETS bassist Cris Kirkwood is facing a two-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to an assault charge in a Phoenix courtroom Monday (May 10),MTV.com reports. Kirkwood was accused of assault with a dangerous weapon stemming from an incident in December when he was allegedly shot by a po...May 11, 2004
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OZZY OSBOURNE 'Bark At The Moon' Action Figure Officially Unveiled
McFarlane Toys has officially unveiled the second Ozzy Osbourne action figure, which is set to hit store shelves everywhere this fall. This newest Ozzy action figure is based on his classic "Bark at the Moon" album cover from 1983. Since the original artwork didn't show the Ozzy/Wolfman's entire bod...May 7, 2004
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KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Get Lots Of Love In Japan
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE have posted the following message on their official web site: "What an amazing time we had in Japan, it is almost like a second home to us at this point. The overwhelming respect given to bands there is frightening. So much love. There is no other place in the world like Japan... L...May 5, 2004
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KISS: 'Love Gun' Figure Boxed Set Photos Posted Online
McFarlane Toys has announced plans to release a KISS "Love Gun" deluxe boxed set in August. "This boxed set features all four members of the band and a beautifully crafted stage base," reads a posting at KissOnline.com. "Together, the set virtually re-creates the classic 'Love Gun' album in three-di...May 3, 2004
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GUNS N' ROSES 'Greatest Hits' Ships Platinum In Europe
GUNS N' ROSES' "Greatest Hits" album (Geffen Records) has proven an enormous success for Universal Music International, shipping 1.2 million units across Europe within five weeks of release. The album brings together 14 tracks spanning the entire career of the self-styled "most dangerous band in the...April 28, 2004
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OZZY And SHARON Excrement Figures Now Available
World Entertainment News Network is reporting that a quirky Californian lady has turned Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne into wacky toys — made out of horse excrement. Karen Engelmann, who runs Web site www.turdbirds.com, makes bird-like figures out of horse feces she collects near her home in Lodi. And Sha...April 22, 2004
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MURDERDOLLS Singer Explains Decision To Clean Out His Closet
MURDERDOLLS frontman Wednesday 13 has issued a statement explaining his recent decision to place a few of his personal items up for auction via eBay. Says Wednesday: "There's been a lot of questions about my items that are on eBay and why I am selling them. No I'm not changing my dress code ...April 12, 2004
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VENOM Announce New Lineup
British black metal pioneers VENOM have revealed the details of their new lineup and upcoming recording/touring activities. Joining bassist/vocalist Conrad "Cronos" Lant and drummer Antton is the latest addition to the group's ranks, American guitarist Mykus. Commented Cronos: "I have chosen the mos...March 21, 2004
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SPASTIC INK: Prepare To Have Your Minds Melted!
Acclaimed San Antonio, Texas prog/tech metal triumvirate SPASTIC INK, featuring guitarist/composer Ron Jarzombek (WATCHTOWER, GORDIAN KNOT),bassist Pete Perez (RIOT),and drummer Bobby Jarzombek (HALFORD, RIOT, PAINMUSEUM) have set a March 23 release date via EclecticElectric for the their long awa...March 18, 2004
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AEROSMITH: 'Honkin' On Bobo' Setlist Revealed
AEROSMITH fanatic Aerofanatic.com has posted the setlist from the opening night of the group's "Honkin' On Bobo" tour. The trek, which also features CHEAP TRICK, kicked off on Thursday, March 11 at United Spirit Arena In Lubbock, Texas. AEROSMITH's setlist for the Lubbock show was as follows: 01. To...March 12, 2004
