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Former LIZZY BORDEN Guitarist Dies In Head-On Collision

Former LIZZY BORDEN guitarist Alex Nelson died in a head-on collision the afternoon of May 17, 2004. According to publicist Nancy B. Sayle, Alex "joined LIZZY BORDEN, after replacing Tony Matuzak, on guitar before the recording of 'The Murderess Metal Roadshow'. Alex maintained his place in the band...

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SOTO/SCHON/CASTRONOVO/MENDOZA Supergroup Gets A Name

The new "supergroup" formed by singer Jeff Scott Soto (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, TALISMAN, AXEL RUDI PELL, TAKARA, HUMAN CLAY),guitarist Neal Schon and drummer Deen Castronovo (both of JOURNEY) and bassist Marco Mendoza (THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, TED NUGENT) has been christened SOUL SIRKUS. Eleven tracks are...

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DAREDEVIL Reform, Announce First Show

Australian stoner rock 'n' roll band DAREDEVIL have reformed after a two-year break and have lined up their first show back on June 12 at The Bat & Ball Hotel in Sydney. Also appearing will be Melbourne's THE SPECIMENS and fellow Sydneysiders HELL CRAB CITY. Citing influences from past greats su...

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THRESHOLD To Tour Europe With DEAD SOUL TRIBE

U.K. progressive metallers THRESHOLD will be teaming up with DEAD SOUL TRIBE, the band fronted by ex-PSYCHOTIC WALTZ vocalist Devon Graves (a.k.a. Buddy Lackey),for a European tour beginning on September 6. Prior to the start of the tour, THRESHOLD will play three U.K. shows (Sept. 2-4) with such b...

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WOLF: New Video Posted Online

Swedish metallers WOLF have uploaded their video for the track "Wolf's Blood" at this location (Windows Media, 10 MB). The theme of the clip, according to a posting on the band's web site, is "THIN LIZZY at 'Top of the Pops' '77 meets JUDAS PRIEST at Budokan in '81." "Wolf's Blood" comes off ...

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DEEP PURPLE Guitarist Interviewed By Australia's 'Fret Net'

DEEP PURPLE guitarist Steve Morse spoke for over an hour to the Australian guitar radio show "Fret Net" on April 24. The interview will be aired on PBS FM 106.7 in Melbourne, Australia on May 2 during the "Fret Net" show at 2:00 a.m. Webcast details can be obtained at www.fretnet.com. As previously...

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Ex-BLACK SABBATH Singer Offers His Side Of The Story Behind His Dismissal From M3

Former BLACK SABBATH singer Tony Martin has issued a personal statement explaining his side of the story behind his dismissal from M3, the "classic WHITESNAKE" tribute group featuring Bernie Marsden (guitar, ex-WHITESNAKE),Micky Moody (guitar, ex-WHITESNAKE),Neil Murray (ex-WHITESNAKE, BLACK SABBA...

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DEEP PURPLE, THIN LIZY, JOE SATRIANI: More Dates Announced

A bunch of dates have been announced for the upcoming North American tour featuring DEEP PURPLE, THIN LIZZY and JOE SATRIANI. The trek is shaping up as follows: Aug. 10 - Bell Centre - Montreal, QUE Aug. 11 - Agora - Quebec City, QUE Aug. 13 - Meadowbrook Musical Arts - Gilford, NH Aug. 14 ...

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STRATOVARIUS Begin Recording New Album

STRATOVARIUS keyboardist Jens Johansson has posted the following message in the band's official forum: "This is a sort of informal update. "I went to Helsinki, basically to try and help with anything I could. Am here now. "Jörg Michael will play on the next STRATOVARIUS record (as he is very good of...

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JOHN SYKES: Setlist For Japanese Tour Opener Revealed

Legendary guitarist John Sykes (THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER) has just kicked off a solo tour of Japan with a show in Osaka Friday night. Joining Sykes in his touring band are former DREAM THEATER/YNGWIE MALMSTEEN keyboardist Derek Sherinian, bassist Marco Mendoza (WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER, TH...

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DEEP PURPLE, THIN LIZZY, JOE SATRIANI To Team Up For U.S. Tour: First Dates Announced

DEEP PURPLE will be teaming up with THIN LIZZY and JOE SATRIANI for a U.S. tour beginning in August. Confirmed dates so far (according to TheHighwayStar.com): Aug. 13 - Pavillion Theater, Meadowbrook Musical Arts Center - Gilford, NH Sep. 04 - Greek Theatre - Los Angeles, CA More dates will be annou...

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Former DREAM THEATER Keyboardist To Join JOHN SYKES On Japanese Tour

Former DREAM THEATER/YNGWIE MALMSTEEN keyboardist Derek Sherinian will be joining legendary guitarist John Sykes (THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER) on his upcoming solo tour of Japan. Also appearing with Sykes in his backing band will be Marco Mendoza (WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER, THIN LIZZY) on bass...

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INTENSE Set Release Date For 'Second Sight'

English power metallers INTENSE have set an April 26 release date through Italy's Underground Symphony Records for their sophomore album, "Second Sight". The French pressing of the CD will surface on May 24 through NTS Records. "Second Sight" was recorded at the renowned Thin Ice Studios in Surrey w...

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HEATHEN: First Two Albums Available For Free Download

Reunited San Francisco Bay Area thrashers HEATHEN have made their entire "Breaking the Silence" (1987) and "Victims of Deception" (1989) albums available for free download via their official web site. Check them out here. As previously reported, HEATHEN have encountered unforeseen problems in the ma...

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JOHN SYKES To Tour Japan In April

Legendary guitarist John Sykes (THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER) will be playing four solo dates in Japan in April. Joining Sykes in his backing band will be Marco Mendoza (WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER, THIN LIZZY) on bass and Tommy Aldridge (OZZY OSBOURNE, TED NUGENT, WHITESNAKE) on drums. The dates...