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QUEEN Guitarist: RONNIE JAMES DIO 'Was One Of The Creators Of The Genre Of Heavy Metal'
QUEEN guitarist Brian May has posted the following message on his web site regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "It's a shock to hear that Ronnie has gone. Even though we had all known he was battling with cancer for...May 17, 2010
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METALLICA, KISS Members To Be Featured In 'Guitar Hero 6'
According to 1up.com, METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich and KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons are confirmed to appear in the Guitar Hero 6 game, which is tentatively due this holiday season. Simmons will narrate a brand new "Quest Mode," where players will "recruit" other rock stars and unlock their "s...May 16, 2010
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Is New THIN LIZZY Lineup Little More Than Glorified Tribute Band?
The Belfast Telegraph reports that almost 25 years after the death of legendary Irish rocker Phil Lynott, THIN LIZZY is set to hit the road again — this time with THE ALMIGHTY frontman Ricky Warwick at the helm. Warwick, 43, replaces Lynott in the latest reincarnation, joining THIN LIZZY alumni Scot...May 13, 2010
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TRIVIUM Frontman: 'If It Weren't For JAMES HETFIELD, I Literally Wouldn't Be Here'
Roadrunner Records has posted a new interview with guitarist/vocalist Matt Heafy of Florida metallers TRIVIUM as part of the label's "Gear Nerd" series, where Roadrunner talks to its artists about their instrument of choice and what fuels their passion, influences their sound and all about the speci...May 13, 2010
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AVATAR: Pro-Shot Footage Of Gothenburg Concert Posted Online
Professionally filmed video footage of AVATAR's November 27, 2009 performance at Brew House in Gothenburg, Sweden can be viewed below. The clips were shot by René U. Valdes of Greenworks. AVATAR recently inked a deal with Art Union for the Japanese release of the band's third, self-titled album. Due...May 12, 2010
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STRYPER To Release 'The Covering' In The Fall
Christian hard rockers STRYPER have set "The Covering" as the title of their new album of covers, to be released in the fall. The CD will feature the band's original lineup of Michael Sweet on vocals, Robert Sweet on drums, Oz Fox on guitar and Timothy Gaines on bass. "The Covering" will include STR...May 11, 2010
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Report: QUEEN Leaves EMI To Join UNIVERSAL
According to Times Online, veteran rock band QUEEN has quit the beleaguered music label EMI for its rival Universal. QUEEN, which been with the heavily indebted British label for almost 40 years, is believed to have been lured to Universal with a new contract worth tens of millions of pounds. People...May 10, 2010
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FOZZY Frontman On Illegal Music Downloading: 'Stealing Is Stealing, Man'
Brendan Crabb (a.k.a. Spiritech) of PyroMusic.net recently conducted an interview with FOZZY vocalist and WWE wrestling superstar Chris Jericho. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. PyroMusic.net: There is a rather wide cross-section of influences on [the new FOZZY] album ["Chasing The G...May 6, 2010
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'Punk Goes Classic Rock' Lands In U.S. Top 25
"Punk Goes Classic Rock" — a selection of the best up-and-coming alternative rock bands, including MAYDAY PARADE, THE ALMOST, FOREVER THE SICKEST KIDS and NEVER SHOUT NEVER, doing their own cover versions of classic tracks by such bands as JOURNEY, QUEEN, KISS and DEF LEPPARD —sold 15,000 copies in...May 5, 2010
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GRAVE DIGGER Begins Recording New Album
German power metallers GRAVE DIGGER have entered the studio to begin recording their new album for a late 2010 release. Commented the band: "Yes, everything's on its way, we're right in the middle of recordings the successor to 'Ballad Of A Hangman' and a lot has happened since the release of the th...May 4, 2010
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BLACK SABBATH, DEF LEPPARD, STATUS QUO Members Join QUEEN's BRIAN MAY For Political Video
According to the World Entertainment News Network, animal-loving QUEEN guitarist Brian May has teamed up with Tony Iommi (BLACK SABBATH),Joe Elliott (DEF LEPPARD),Francis Rossi (STATUS QUO),Sharon Osbourne and Taylor Hawkins (FOO FIGHTERS) to beg Brits not to vote for the pro-hunting Conservative...April 30, 2010
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FOZZY Frontman Talks Wrestling, 'Chasing The Grail'
Elliot Levin of the New York Hard Rock Music Examiner recently conducted an interview with FOZZY singer and WWE wrestling superstar Chris Jericho. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. New York Hard Rock Music Examiner: All things considered, what's more fun? Being a rock star or a pro wr...April 27, 2010
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QUEENSRŸCHE Guitarist, MÖTLEY CRÜE Singer To Appear At 'Imagine A Cure II' Benefit
On April 24 at the Snoqualmie Casino in Snoqualmie, Washington, many of the world's greatest musicians will come together for a special, intimate performance honoring the music of John Lennon, and benefiting the Puget Sound Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the cure. The funds raised at this benefit c...April 22, 2010
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QUEEN, AEROSMITH, OZZY OSBOURNE, KISS, DEF LEPPARD Covered On 'Punk Goes Classic Rock' Album
Fearless Records has set an April 27 release date for "Punk Goes Classic Rock", a selection of the best up-and-coming alternative rock bands, including MAYDAY PARADE, THE ALMOST, FOREVER THE SICKEST KIDS and NEVER SHOUT NEVER, doing their own cover versions of classic tracks by such bands as JOURNEY...April 22, 2010
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EXTREME Frontman Discusses Live DVD
Backstage Axxess recently conducted an interview with vocalist Gary Cherone of reunited Boston rockers EXTREME. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Backstage Axxess: The band will be releasing "Take Us Alive" in a CD/DVD combo on May 4th. This was recorded in your hometown of Boston. Te...April 21, 2010
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