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THE MONOLITH DEATHCULT To Explore Historical Events On Upcoming CD
Dutch brutal death metal band THE MONOLITH DEATHCULT are currently working on new material for their second CD, tentatively titled "The Bloody Fields Of History", due later in the year through Cold Blood Industries. Among the songtitles set to appear on the follow-up to 2002's "The Apotheosis" are t...January 28, 2004
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CAMP FREDDY Begin Recording Debut Album
CAMP FREDDY, the Los Angeles-based "jam" band consisting of JANE'S ADDICTION guitarist Dave Navarro, former THE CULT touring bassist Billy Morrison (on guitar),ex-GUNS N' ROSES/THE CULT drummer Matt Sorum, bassist Scott Ford, and vocalist Donovan Leitch (the son of 1960s U.K. folk-rock icon Donovan...January 28, 2004
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Report: RUSH Guitarist Unlikely To Walk Away With A Slap On The Wrist
In the Jan. 25 edition of the Florida newspaper Naples Daily News, writer Brent Batten examines the seriousness of the charges facing RUSH guitarist Alex Lifeson (a.k.a. Alex Zivojinovich),who was arrested New Year's Eve for aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, among other offenses. "Ev...January 25, 2004
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VELVET REVOLVER: Bringing Chaos Back Into The Rock World
VELVET REVOLVER's official biography, written by David Wild and provided by the group's record label, RCA/BMG Records, includes additional information about the band's formation and their forthcoming debut CD, "Contraband", due on May 11 (postponed from the previously announced April 27 date). Here...January 15, 2004
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THE MONOLITH DEATHCULT Hard At Work On New Material
Dutch brutal death metal band THE MONOLITH DEATHCULT have just returned from their successful second European tour with THE CROWN. The band are currently working on new material for their second CD, "The Bloody Fields Of History", tentatively due later in the year through Cold Blood Industries. Amon...January 8, 2004
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NOCTURNAL RITES To Explore 'New World' On Forthcoming CD
Swedish melodic metallers NOCTURNAL RITES have reportedly set "New World Messiah" as the title of their follow-up to 2002's "Shadowland", tentatively due in early 2004 through Century Media Records. Working songtitles include "Against the World", "The Icon" and the projected title track. The group's...December 26, 2003
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THE KOVENANT Editing Video Footage, Pursuing Outside Projects
Norway's THE KOVENANT are in the process of editing video footage from their appearance at the Inferno Festival for use in two clips ("Star By Star" and "Mirror's Paradise") that are expected to be included on their upcoming DVD and various Nuclear Blast Records DVD compilations. In other news, THE...December 25, 2003
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HENRY ROLLINS: More 'Spoken Word' Appearances Announced
Punk rock icon Henry Rollins has lined up the following spoken-word appearances during January/February: Jan. 13 - Tempe, AZ - Marquee Theatre Jan. 14 - Albuquerque, NM - Hiland Theatre Jan. 15 - Amarillo, TX - Nat Ballroom Jan. 16 - Dallas, TX - Deep Ellum Live Jan. 17 - San Antonio, TX - Sunset .....December 23, 2003
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GENE SIMMONS Domain 'Hijacked' by Indie Rock Musician
In a bold attempt to gain notice in Simmons Records' increasingly competitive new-to-be-signed artist selection, Seattle rocker Jason Frost has mysteriously posted a message at GeneKlein.com aimed directly at Gene Simmons of the rock band KISS. For those unfamiliar, Gene Klein is KISS bassist/vocali...December 2, 2003
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MÖTLEY CRÜE: 'MTV Icon', 'Farewell' Tour Set For 2005
MÖTLEY CRÜE's webmaster has addressed the group's persistent reunion rumors with the following message posted on the band's official web site: "MÖTLEY CRÜE reunion tour rumors have been posted all over the Internet the last few days. The reports have the band touring anywhere from this December to s...November 27, 2003
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Ex-PANTERA Drummer: 'PHILIP ANSELMO Was Afraid Of Success'
Ex-PANTERA drummer Vinnie Paul recently spoke to Revolver magazine about the circumstances that led to the group's demise two years after the release of their critically acclaimed "Reinventing The Steel" CD. "With the last couple of PANTERA records, we kept getting more and more narrow-minded becaus...November 25, 2003
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SHARON OSBOURNE Named U.K.'s 'Most Amazing Woman' In Online Poll
Sharon Osbourne has been named the U.K.'s most amazing woman of 2003 in an online poll. Osbourne, who is married to and manages Ozzy Osbourne, came out on top against competition from women such as athlete Paula Radcliffe and singer Dido. The 50-year-old, known for her appearances in the reality tel...November 24, 2003
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Ex-GUNS N' ROSES Members Perform GNR Classic At CAMP FREDDY Gig: Video Available
A video of former GUNS N' ROSES members Slash, Izzy Stradlin, Duff McKagan and Matt Sorum (accompanied by former THE CULT touring bassist Billy Morrison on guitar) performing a version of GNR classic "Mr. Brownstone" at the "Vanity Fair In Concert" charity event on Nov. 15 at the Avalon in Hollywood...November 23, 2003
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KURT COBAIN's 'Journals' Paperback Edition Released With Never-Before-Seen Material
All new, never-before-seen material, including lyrics to early NIRVANA songs and lyrics to a song that was never recorded, has been included in the new paperback edition of Kurt Cobain's "Journals". The book faithfully reproduces Cobain's writings, letters, sketches, production notes and lyrics. Beg...November 18, 2003
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Former GUNS N' ROSES Members Cover THE ROLLING STONES: Video Available
A video of former GUNS N' ROSES members Slash, Izzy Stradlin, Duff McKagan and Matt Sorum (accompanied by former THE CULT touring bassist Billy Morrison on guitar) performing a version of THE ROLLING STONES classic "Jumpin' Jack Flash" at the "Vanity Fair In Concert" charity event last Saturday (Nov...November 17, 2003
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