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ACHERON: 'I Am Heathen' Video Released

"I Am Heathen", the new video from cult black/death metal act ACHERON, can be viewed below. This is the first professionally filmed music video the band has done in its 20-plus years of existence. Commented frontman Vincent Crowley: "The video is about embracing the life of being a heathen. Many peo...

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ACHERON: 'I Am Heathen' Video To Make Its Online Debut This Weekend

"I Am Heathen", the new video from cult black/death metal act ACHERON, will make its online debut via YouTube this Saturday, November 21. This is the first professionally filmed music video the band has done in its 20-plus years of existence. Commented frontman Vincent Crowley: "The video is about e...

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Former QUIET RIOT Drummer To Guest On KNAC.COM

Former QUIET RIOT drummer Frankie Banali will guest on KNAC.COM on Monday, September 21 at 4:00 p.m. PST. Banali will present L.A. GUNS and the BULLETBOYS, along with a special performance by FRANKIE BANALI & FRIENDS, "The Led Zep Set," paying tribute to legendary LED ZEPPELIN drummer John Bonha...

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Former QUIET RIOT Drummer To Pay Tribute To LED ZEPPELIN's JOHN BONHAM

Former QUIET RIOT drummer Frankie Banali presents L.A. GUNS and the BULLETBOYS along with a special performance by FRANKIE BANALI & FRIENDS, "The Led Zep Set," paying tribute to legendary LED ZEPPELIN drummer John Bonham at the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, California on September 25. Commented B...

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Original ANGEL Bassist MICKIE JONES Loses Battle With Cancer

Mickie Jones, original bassist and founding member of the '70s rock band ANGEL, passed away yesterday (Saturday, September 5) in San Dimas, California after a long battle with liver cancer. His family said he died "peacefully and beautifully." Mickie performed on four ANGEL albums — "Angel" (1975),...

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KURT COBAIN Raps, Sings BON JOVI Song In 'Guitar Hero 5'

The Pulse of Radio reports: Not only has late NIRVANA frontman Kurt Cobain made it into Guitar Hero 5 as a playable character, as previously reported, but apparently you can make his avatar play guitar right-handed and sing BON JOVI's "You Give Love A Bad Name", along with songs from MEGADETH, PUBLI...

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KURT COBAIN Avatar Joins 'Guitar Hero 5'

The Pulse of Radio reports: A Kurt Cobain playable character is making its way into Guitar Hero 5, due out September 1. Along with the avatar, for the first time, NIRVANA's songs will appear in the game. Fans will be able to rock out to "Smells Like Teen Spirit" and a live version of "Lithium", ...

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ROSE TATTOO Guitarist ROBIN RILEY Not Diagnosed With Cancer

Contrary to a posting on the web site of the Knitting Factory in Hollywood, California (see below),ROSE TATTOO guitarist Robin Riley has not been diagnosed with cancer. Singer Angry Anderson says, "Rockin' Rob is doing fine, but needs surgery this October." As a result, the band's previously announ...

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NEIL PEART, LARS ULRICH, MIKE PORTNOY Honored At This Year's 'Drummies'

RUSH drummer Neil Peart has garnered his third consecutive victory as "Drummer Of The Year" in this year's Drummies. He was also named "Best Progressive Drummer." Enter Music Publishing, publishers of hip, drum magazines worldwide, conducts the Drummies every year, with voting open to anyone from Fe...

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L.A. GUNS Parts Ways With Bassist, Announces Replacement

The Phil Lewis-fronted version of L.A. GUNS has parted ways with bassist Scotty Griffin and has replaced him with Kenny Kweens (BEAUTIFUL CREATURES). Commented Lewis: "One of [Scotty's] side projects has hit the jackpot. THE KING MIXERS have been offered a residency at the Sunset Station Casino in V...

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STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB: New Video Interview Posted Online

PureGrainAudio.com conducted an interview with STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB — the Los Angeles-based rap-rock supergroup featuring guitarist Tom Morello of RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE and vocalist/emcee Boots Riley of THE COUP — on June 2, 2009 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Watch the chat at this location....

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STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB: '100 Little Curses' Video Released

"100 Little Curses", the new video from STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB, the Los Angeles-based rap-rock supergroup featuring guitarist Tom Morello of RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE and vocalist/emcee Boots Riley of THE COUP, can be viewed below. (Note: Video stream may not be available to some non-U.S. residen...

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Former FORCED ENTRY Guitarist Launches L.S. DIABLO

Former FORCED ENTRY guitarist Brad Hull has teamed up with his son Riley to form a new band called L.S. DIABLO. They have just finished recording a six-song CD and are currently seeking professional management. L.S. DIABLO is: Brad Hull (FORCED ENTRY, THUG, SOBLIVIOS, SAC LUNCH) - Bass/Vocals Aaron...

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TOM MORELLO Talks STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB; Audio Available

MusicRadar.com recently conducted an interview with RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello about Tom's brand new band STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB. The chat is now available for streaming at this location. STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB, which features Morello alongsideBoots Riley, will release it...

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TOM MORELLO Interviewed By Indianapolis Radio Station X103; Video Available

On May 30, Deuce of the Indianapolis, Indiana radio station X103 conducted an interview with RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello about Tom's brand new band STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB. Watch the chat below. STREET SWEEPER SOCIAL CLUB, which features Morello alongsideBoots Riley, will relea...