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SLAYER Frontman: 'We're Not Here To Preach, Just Trying To Inspire Some Dialogue'
Peter Chakerian of Blogcritics.org recently conducted an interview with SLAYER bassist/vocalist Tom Araya. A few excerpts from the chat follow: Q: This last year has been big for SLAYER: the original members record the first album in 15 years together, then "Christ Illusion" debuts in the Billboard...July 25, 2007
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GLENN HUGHES: 'Voice Of Rock' Anthology Details Revealed
Legendary vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK SABBATH) will release a new anthology via Sanctuary on September 3 in the U.K. Titled "Voice of Rock - This Time Around: An Anthology 1970-2007", the two-CD set will contain the following tracks: 01. Medusa (TRAPEZE) 02. You Are The Music (...July 23, 2007
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ARCH ENEMY To Play 'Intimate' Club Show In London
This year's Kerrang! Awards take place at a top secret location in London on August 23, and to celebrate the U.K. magazine is putting on a week of intimate club shows featuring big name rock acts at the Camden Barfly. The full lineup is as follows: August 16: FUNERAL FOR A FRIEND YOURCODENAMEIS:MILO...July 19, 2007
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MIND'S EYE: 'A Gentleman's Hurricane' To Receive Japanese Release In August
MIND'S EYE, the Swedish progressive rock/metal band featuring former/current members of THERION, SECRET SPHERE and NOVAK, will release its new album, "A Gentleman's Hurricane", in Japan on August 1 via Mellow Music. It will contain the bonus track "Those Who Fear" and the DVD "The Making of A Gentle...July 17, 2007
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THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN Guitarist Discusses Drummer Change
Chris Harris of MTV.com reports: Last month, when THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN revealed that founding drummer Chris Pennie had left the highly technical mathcore outfit to join progressive rockers COHEED AND CAMBRIA, no one wanted to believe it. The surprise move baffled the band's allegiant fans almos...July 13, 2007
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Mansion Once Owned By LED ZEPPELIN Sold For £6 Million
Thisissouthdevon.co.uk reports that a Georgian mansion house overlooking the River Dart — which was once rocked by seventies supergroup LED ZEPPELIN — has just been sold to a mystery buyer for more than £6 million. The identity of the owner is being kept such a closely guarded secret that the Dartmo...July 13, 2007
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BRIAN JOHNSON Says New AC/DC Album, Tour Are In The Works
AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson recently spoke to DailyRecord.com about his participation in the Classic Rock Cares tour, which raises money for the John Entwistle Foundation. The Fort Myers, Fla.-based charity, which is primarily dedicated to promoting musical education for disadvantaged children, is...July 13, 2007
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QUEENSRŸCHE: Complete 'Sign Of The Times: The Best Of Queensrÿche' Details Revealed
In a career that spans nearly 25 years, QUEENSRŸCHE has released 15 albums that have sold more than 20 million units around the world. On August 28, Capitol/EMI will release "Sign Of The Times: The Best Of Queensrÿche" in CD, 2-CD Collectors Edition packages and digitally. The new career-spanning hi...July 9, 2007
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SKELETONWITCH Completes Work On New Album, Prepares To Hit The Road
Cleveland-based thrashers SKELETONWITCH have finished recording their Prosthetic Records debut, "Beyond the Permafrost", and are now gearing up to hit the road with Atlanta's WITHERED. SKELETONWITCH has also announced two regional dates supporting GWAR as well as a West Coast tour this fall alongsid...July 5, 2007
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RHAPSODY: 'Legendary' Drum Kit For Sale
A drum kit used by original RHAPSODY (now known as RHAPSODY OF FIRE) drummer and band co-founder Daniele Carbonera during the recordings of the band's "Legendary Tales" and "Symphony of Enchanted Lands" albums is being auctioned via eBay at this location. The kit. which is said to be in "perfect con...July 3, 2007
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MANOWAR Performs Bulgarian National Anthem; Video Available
MANOWAR performed a three-hour show as the headliner of the third and final day of the annual Kaliakra Rock Festival on June 30 in Bulgaria's seaside town of Kavarna. It was a dream come true for 20,000 Bulgarian fans who were lucky enough to write history together with their favorite group — the co...July 2, 2007
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JUDAS PRIEST Guitarist: 'I Never Thought I Was Naturally Talented; I Just Worked Hard'
Norway's Imhotep recently conducted an interview with JUDAS PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing. A few excerpts from the chat follow: Imhotep: What originally made you pick up guitar instead of some other instrument? Downing: "This is actually a very good question. It was such a long time ago. Everybody p...July 2, 2007
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NIGHTWISH Singer Answers Fan Questions
Finnish/Swedish symphonic metallers NIGHTWISH have posted a new "Nightmail" session featuring fan questions answered by the group's new vocalist, Anette Olzon. A couple of excerpts follow: Q: Who was the first one you told about your new job as the vocalist of NIGHTWISH? Was it hard to keep it a sec...June 28, 2007
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Ex-RAINBOW/DEEP PURPLE Vocalist Embraces Digital Download Technology
During stints with DEEP PURPLE, Ritchie Blackmore's RAINBOW and Yngwie Malmsteen's RISING FORCE, singer Joe Lynn Turner was credited with helping these legendary rock bands redefine their sound, diversify their repertoire and achieve even more commercial success. On "Second Hand Life", his first USA...June 28, 2007
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SHADOWS FALL To Play 'Secret' Show This Thursday
SHADOWS FALL will play a "MySpace Secret Show" on Thursday, June 28 at Pearl Street in Northampton, Massachusetts. Support at the gig will come from THE PROBATES, THE UNCOMFORTABLES and HOT BLACK. Entry to this all-ages show is free. Space is limited and entry will be allowed on a first-come-first-s...June 26, 2007
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