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Vocalist JAMES RIVERA Talks HELSTAR, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM And MALICE In Audio Interview
On June 15, Brian Rademacher of RockEyez conducted an interview with vocalist James Rivera (MALICE, VICIOUS RUMORS, HELSTAR, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM). You can now listen to the chat in the YouTube clip below. "Hell Rider", a re-recorded version of a classic song from Los Angeles heavy metal legends MALIC...June 30, 2012
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Vocalist JIMMIE STRIMELL Quits DEATHDESTRUCTION
Vocalist Jimmie Strimell has announced his departure from the Swedish metal band DEATHDESTRUCTION. Commented the remaining members of the group: "After several discussions about what we think is best for this band, and where we need to be going, the four of us decided that Jimmie should focus on his...June 30, 2012
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ALICE COOPER Drummer GLEN SOBEL Forced To Take A Break From The Road
Drummer Glen Sobel has been forced to take a temporary leave of absence from the ALICE COOPER band due to a persisitent neck injury. Taking over drum duties for Sobel is veteran drummer Jonathan Mover whose credits include Joe Satriani, FUEL and GTR, among many others. Commented Alice Cooper: "Glen...June 29, 2012
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VOLBEAT Frontman: Performing With KING DIAMOND 'Was One Of The Best Experiences'
Vocalist/guitarist Michael Poulsen of Danish metal rock 'n' rollers VOLBEAT has issued the following update: "At this year's Sweden Rock Festival, I had one of the best experiences and I'm still very much up in the air about it; it was a great emotional ride. King Diamond gave me an amazing opportun...June 28, 2012
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PELICAN's LAURENT SCHROEDER-LEBEC Taking Indefinite Hiatus From Band
PELICAN, the post-metal quartet from Chicago, Illinois, has released the following statement: "It is with resignation that we report that our guitarist and founding member Laurent Schroeder-Lebec is taking an indefinite hiatus from the band. Many may have already noticed his absence from live shows...June 26, 2012
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BLOOD FOR BLOOD Postpones Boston, New York City Shows
Reactivated Boston-based hardcore/punk band BLOOD FOR BLOOD has been forced to reschedule this coming weekend's "Wasted Nights" shows in Boston and New York City. Guitarist/vocalist Rob Lind and bassist Ian McFarland have issued the following statement: "We regret to inform you, due to a situation t...June 25, 2012
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Lawsuit Filed Over Canceled 'Rock 'N' Roll Allstars' Concert In Venezuela
According to the Courthouse News Service, Dallas attorney-turned-international concert promoter Gabe Reed of Gabe Reed Productions is being sued for $270,000 over a canceled stadium show in Caracas, Venezuela. Evenpro Entertainment Holding claims that in March it agreed to pay Reed $270,000 for a tw...June 25, 2012
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DEF LEPPARD Drummer Talks About 'Divine Mother' Art Piece (Video)
A short video clip of DEF LEPPARD drummer Rick Allen talking about his most popular art piece entitled "Divine Mother", from his Electric Hand: Rhythm + Change collection, can be seen below. A unique piece within Rick Allen's fine art debut, Divine Mother has gathered much attention. It looks remark...June 22, 2012
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GEOFF TATE Interviewed Five Days Before He Was Ousted From QUEENSRŸCHE
On June 15, five days before Seattle progressive rockers QUEENSRŸCHE announced that they were officially parting ways with vocalist Geoff Tate and replacing him with CRIMSON GLORY singer Todd La Torre, Ruben Mosqueda of the Oregon Music News conducted an interview with Tate. A couple of excerpts fro...June 22, 2012
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DEVILISH IMPRESSIONS: New Song Available For Streaming
Polish blackened death metal act DEVILISH IMPRESSIONS recently inked a deal with Lifeforce Records. The band's third album, "Simulacra", will be released on July 30 in Europe and July 31 in North America. Wrapped in breathtaking artwork created by Xaay (NILE, KAMELOT, NECROPHAGIST),the CD features...June 21, 2012
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RAMMSTEIN's PAUL LANDERS Talks About Signature Les Paul Guitar (Video)
Video footage of Paul Landers of German industrial metallers RAMMSTEIN talking about his new signature Les Paul by Gibson USA guitar can be seen below. Long the fiercest voice in European metal, the enigmatic Paul Landers has propelled RAMMSTEIN with his fiery riffs and uncompromising attitude since...June 19, 2012
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DEFTONES Bassist Improving Following Pneumonia Diagnosis
DEFTONES bassist Chi Cheng is showing signs of improvement after being diagnosed with pneumonia, according to a post by his family at the One Love For Chi web site. The bass player, who has been in a semi-comatose state since being injured in a November 2008 car accident, was just brought home after...June 18, 2012
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TED NUGENT Grants Wish For Blind Hospice Patient
Ted Nugent is known for his outspoken political views and raunchy song lyrics, but he recently showed a softer side when he met hospice patient Michael Golder at the legendary rocker's concert in Peoria, Illinois. As a teenager, Golder played guitar and had hopes of being a musician. He even moved t...June 16, 2012
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MALICE: Re-Recorded Version of 'Hell Rider' Available For Streaming
"Hell Rider", a re-recorded version of a classic song from Los Angeles heavy metal legends MALICE, is available for streaming below (courtesy of AOL's Decibel). The track comes off the reunited band's new album, which was released on May 22 in the U.S./Canada, May 25 in Germany and May 28 in the res...June 12, 2012
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Anyone shocked that on their 11th album Swedish death metal juggernaut UNLEASHED haven't stepped outside of their musical comfort zone nor made any drastic lyrical departures from the Viking tales and pagan escapades on which they've hung their horned helmets long ago? You're not? Good for you. UNLE...June 5, 2012
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