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TAROT Remastered Reissues To Include Bonus Tracks
Finland's TAROT, the group led by NIGHTWISH/ex-SINERGY bassist Marco Hietala, will be issuing remastered versions of their first five studio albums along with the "To Live Again" live album previously released in Japan. Each CD will include special bonus track(s). A March 1 release via Bluelight Rec...February 12, 2006
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SINISTER To Film Portuguese Concert For Upcoming DVD
Reunited Dutch death metallers SINISTER will film their March 12 concert in Porto, Portugal for an upcoming DVD. Also appearing on the bill are veteran San Francisco Bay Area thrashers TESTAMENT. As previously reported, audio samples from SINISTER's forthcoming album, "Afterburner", have been posted...February 6, 2006
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CHILDREN OF BODOM Drummer Breaks Rib, Vows To Continue Touring
CHILDREN OF BODOM drummer Jaska W. Raatikainen has posted the following message on the group's official web site: "Just to inform you all that I broke a rib a few days ago. I have been taken really strong medicine since Gothenborg show [on February 3] because I wouldn't have been able to play a note...February 5, 2006
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SINISTER: 'Afterburner' Audio Samples Available
Audio samples from SINISTER's forthcoming album, "Afterburner", have been posted online at this location. The reunited Dutch death metallers' new album, "Afterburner" was recorded at Stage One studio in Germany in December 2005 and is scheduled for release in Germany on April 7 via Nuclear Blast Rec...February 5, 2006
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Cop Who Took Out DIMEBAG's Killer Named NRA Law Enforcement Officer Of The Year
According to Ohioans For Concealed Carry, the National Rifle Association has named Columbus Police Officer James D. Niggemeyer — who is widely credited for saving lives more than a year ago when he entered a local nightclub without backup and killed a crazed gunman responsible for blowing away four...February 1, 2006
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PAIN OF SALVATION Frontman Offers Band Update
PAIN OF SALVATION frontman Daniel Gildenlöw has posted the following message on the band's official web site: "As some of you might have heard or read already, I am all busy writing music and lyrics. I am completely wound up from all the ideas and different angles and approaches running though me an...January 28, 2006
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MEGADETH Mainman Considering Offers From Three Labels
MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine spoke to Reuters reporter Gelu Sulugiuc about the group's decision to turn to an online community of artists to redesign their longtime mascot, Vic Rattlehead. Mustaine, the band's founder, singer and guitarist, ran into licensing issues with the artist who originally...January 27, 2006
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MÖTLEY CRÜE's SIXX Steps Up Fundraising Efforts With 'Running Wild In The Night'
Just two days after receiving a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame with his band, MÖTLEY CRÜE, Nikki Sixx announced "Running Wild in the Night", a fundraising initiative through Covenant House to help at-risk youth on the streets of California and around the world. "Running Wild in the Night" will be a...January 26, 2006
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SANCTITY Sign With ROADRUNNER RECORDS
Roadrunner Records has announced the signing of Asheville, NC classic metal quartet SANCTITY. The group formed in 2000 and is comprised of Jared MacEachern (vocals, rhythm guitar),Zeff Childress (lead guitar),Billy Moody (bass) and Jeremy London (drums). SANCTITY was signed by longtime Roadrunner...January 17, 2006
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RUSH: 'Exit...Stage Left' DVD Release Date Reports Wrong
Contrary to published reports, Zoe Vision/Rounder Records "has no plans whatsoever" to release the DVD version of RUSH's classic "Exit...Stage Left", a representative for the company told BLABBERMOUTH.NET. It is, however, still believed that the "Exit...Stage Left" DVD will surface later in the year...January 5, 2006
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'The Birth of Grunge' Compilation Due In February
IGN Music reports: On February 7, 2006 Livewire Recordings will release "Sleepless In Seattle: The Birth of Grunge", a compilation of 20 rare recordings from some of the band responsible for setting the stage for the eventual emergence of the sub-genre of modern rock critics labeled "grunge." The se...December 28, 2005
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Vocalist URBAN BREED Quits TAD MOROSE
Vocalist Urban Breed has left acclaimed Swedish metallers TAD MOROSE. In an official statement announcing his departure, Breed writes, "Due to personal differences I have decided to leave the band. This wasn't something I took lightly. However, I really don't see how I could've continued. In fact, I...December 22, 2005
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STATUS QUO Guitarist Is Cancer-Free
BBC News is reporting that STATUS QUO's Rick Parfitt does not have cancer, doctors have confirmed after testing growths found on his larynx. Parfitt, 57, described the news as "the best Christmas present that I could possibly have". The band was forced to cancel its U.K. tour earlier this month when...December 20, 2005
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Former ANDREW WK Guitarist JIMMY COUP Confirmed For VIBE FOR PHILO
Former ANDREW WK and current THE COUP DE GRACE guitarist Jimmy Coup has been confirmed for the 20th Vibe for Philo, an annual concert held in Dublin to remember and commemorate the music of Philip Lynott, songwriter, musician and poet. Jimmy will be teaming up for some THIN LIZZY classics with THE S...December 20, 2005
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RUSH Bringing Vintage Performances To DVD
Greg Prato of Billboard.com is reporting that veteran Canadian rock trio RUSH are planning on reissuing several classic live performances in 2006. To the delight of long time fans, their well-worn VHS copies of "Exit...Stage Left", "Grace Under Pressure Tour" and "A Show of Hands" will soon be repla...December 16, 2005
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