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THE HUMAN ABSTRACT Taking Summer Off To Write New Material
Los Angeles-based technical progressive metallers THE HUMAN ABSTRACT are taking the summer off from live performances to write material for their next record. During this time, the band's drummer Brett Powell will be giving lessons in downtown Los Angeles. More information is available by writing to...June 8, 2009
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MAN RAZE To Play Select U.K. Shows This Summer
MAN RAZE, the rock outfit featuring Phil Collen of DEF LEPPARD, Simon Laffy from GIRL and Paul Cook of THE SEX PISTOLS, will play select dates in the U.K. this summer. The band's debut album, "Surreal", will be re-released on June 9 via VH1 Classic Records as a deluxe edition with five previously bo...June 7, 2009
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POISON Singer Comments On Upcoming TONY AWARDS Performance
'80s glam rockers POISON will perform at the 63rd annual Tony Awards on Sunday, June 7 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The event will air live on CBS beginning at 8 p.m. EST. POISON will sing with the cast of "Rock of Ages", the jukebox musical about an aspiring rock group ...June 6, 2009
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MICHAEL ANTHONY Says EDDIE VAN HALEN 'Is A Bitter Guy'
Earlier this week, Jeb Wright of Classic Rock Revisited conducted an interview with former VAN HALEN and current CHICKENFOOT bassist Michael Anthony. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Classic Rock Revisited: How much do personalities have to do with a band like CHICKENFOOT? Michael: I...June 5, 2009
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AS YOU DROWN: Another New Track Available For Streaming
Swedish death metallers AS YOU DROWN have made another new song, "Swallow", available for streaming at this location. The track comes off the band's debut album, "Reflection", due on July 6 in Europe via Metal Blade Records. The CD was recorded at the band's own studio, the AYD Studio, and was mixed...June 4, 2009
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BIG NOIZE: More Footage From Spanish Tour Available
More fan-filmed video footage of BIG NOIZE — the band featuring vocalist Joe Lynn Turner (DEEP PURPLE, RAINBOW, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN),bassist Phil Soussan (OZZY OSBOURNE),guitarist Carlos Cavazo (QUIET RIOT) and drummer Simon Wright (DIO, AC/DC) — performing classic songs by RAINBOW and DIO during the...June 3, 2009
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DARKER HALF To Support QUEENSRŸCHE In Australia
Sydney metallers DARKER HALF will support QUEENSRŸCHE on their tour of Australia in support of in August. The dates are as follows: Aug. 27 - Perth, Australia - Capitol Aug. 29 - Brisbane, Australia - HI FI Bar Aug. 30 - Melbourne, Australia - BIllboard The Venue Aug. 31 - Sydney, Australia - Metro...June 3, 2009
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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS Interviewed On 'Rockin' Metal Revival'; Audio Available
Powerhouse American heavy metal vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, BEYOND FEAR, ex-JUDAS PRIEST, ICED EARTH) is featured in the latest episode of the "Rockin' Metal Revival" show. The program is now available for download in three parts at this location. "Play My Game", the first solo al...June 2, 2009
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AWAKE Adds Second Guitarist
U.K. progressive metal band AWAKE has announced the addition of second guitarist Steven Coles (brother of other guitarist Andy Coles) to its ranks. The group now has two guitarists and is back as a six-piece. AWAKE states, "We are still currently working on our follow-up album to [2007's] 'Illuminat...May 31, 2009
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BIG NOIZE Performs PURPLE, RAINBOW, OZZY Classics In Madrid
Fan-filmed video footage of BIG NOIZE — the band featuring vocalist Joe Lynn Turner (DEEP PURPLE, RAINBOW, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN),bassist Phil Soussan (OZZY OSBOURNE),guitarist Carlos Cavazo (QUIET RIOT) and drummer Simon Wright (DIO, AC/DC) — performing classic songs by DEEP PURPLE, RAINBOW, QUIET RIO...May 30, 2009
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FASTER PUSSYCAT, BULLETBOYS, BANG TANGO To Team Up For 'Summer Rock Fest' Tour
FASTER PUSSYCAT, BULLETBOYS and BANG TANGO will team up for the Summer Rock Fest tour in July/August. Exact cities and dates will be announced soon. FASTER PUSSYCAT's current lineup is as follows: Taime Downe - Vocals Michael Thomas - Guitar Danny Nordahl - Bass Xristian Simon - Guitar Chad Stewart...May 30, 2009
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TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS: 'Play My Game' First-Week Sales Revealed
"Play My Game", the first solo album from powerhouse American heavy metal vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, BEYOND FEAR, ex-JUDAS PRIEST, ICED EARTH),sold around 800 copies in the United States in its first week of release, according to Nielsen SoundScan. (Note: Internet/digital sales...May 27, 2009
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BRET MICHAELS: Fort Campbell Concert Cancellation Explained
POISON singer Bret Michaels' web site has been updated with the following message: "Unfortunately, due to severe thunderstorms and inclement weather, the commanding officer/event coordinator Lynette Foster and promoter Rick Johnson mutually agreed, to cancel [Sunday night's, May 24] performance at t...May 25, 2009
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PHANTOM BLUE Members To Guest On KNAC.COM
Original PHANTOM BLUE members Gigi Hangach (vocals) and Linda McDonald (drums) will guest on KNAC.COM today (Monday, May 25) at 1:00 p.m. PST to discuss the upcoming Michelle Meldrum memorial show at the Whisky A-Go Go in Hollywood, California. The concert is being held in memory of late MELDRUM/PHA...May 25, 2009
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MELDRUM Members To Guest On KNAC.COM's 'The Vault' Tomorrow
Current and former MELDRUM members — Michele Madden, Gene Hoglan, Moa Holmsten and Frida Ståhl — will guest on DJ Will's KNAC.COM show "The Vault" this Sunday, May 24 at 11:30 a.m. PST to discuss the upcoming Michelle Meldrum memorial show at the Whisky A-Go Go in Hollywood, California. The show is...May 23, 2009
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