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EDDIE VAN HALEN Talks 'A Different Kind Of Truth' In GUITAR WORLD Interview
Guitar World has posted an excerpt from its exclusive in-depth interview with VAN HALEN guitarist Eddie Van Halen, which appears in the magazine's August 2012 issue. Guitar World: The last time we talked, you said you weren't sure if you wanted to make a new VAN HALEN album. What changed your mind?...July 13, 2012
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STEVE 'ZETRO' SOUZA's HATRIOT Signs With MASSACRE RECORDS
HATRIOT, the new San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal band led by former EXODUS frontman Steve "Zetro" Souza, has inked a deal with Germany's Massacre Records. The group will enter the studio on August 15 with producer Juan Urteaga (MACHINE HEAD, EXODUS, TESTAMENT) to begin recording its debut album,...July 13, 2012
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TESTAMENT Guitarist: Is Prejudice Against Metal Behind Lack Of Media Coverage Of BLYTHE Case?
TESTAMENT guitarist Alex Skolnick has posted the following message on his official web site: "It was at an elaborate breakfast buffet in an upscale Manila hotel — courtesy of a Filipino concert promoter — where I first had an in-depth conversation with Randy Blythe. Sure we'd run into each other bef...July 12, 2012
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HOTEL DIABLO Signs Worldwide Deal With SCARLET RECORDS
HOTEL DIABLO — the new band featuring vocalist Rick Stitch (LADYJACK, ex-ADLER'S APPETITE),guitarist Alex Grossi (QUIET RIOT),bassist Mike Duda and drummer Mike Dupke (both of W.A.S.P.) — has inked a worldwide deal with Scarlet Records for the physical release of its full-length debut, "The Return...July 12, 2012
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RUSH Guitarist Talks New Album, Upcoming Tour (Audio)
According to the RUSH fan site RushIsABand.com, RUSH guitarist Alex Lifeson was a guest on the "Humble And Fred Radio" show yesterday morning (Wednesday, July 11) to talk about the band's new album, "Clockwork Angels", and the upcoming tour. He chatted with the guys for about 10 minutes and mentione...July 12, 2012
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MARTY FRIEDMAN To Headline 'Guitar Universe 2012' European Tour
Former MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman will embark on the "Guitar Universe 2012" European tour in October. Support on the trek will come from Israel's Yossi Sassi (ORPHANED LAND) and France's Stéphan Forté (ADAGIO). Commented Marty: "Yossi and I became friends on my 2011 solo tour. We came up with...July 12, 2012
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TESTAMENT: Second 'Dark Roots Of Earth' Studio Webisode Available
The second in a series of webisodes featuring behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Dark Roots Of Earth", the new album from San Francisco Bay Area metallers TESTAMENT, can be seen below. The clip shows guitarist Alex Skolnick talking about the current chemistry between him and fellow six-st...July 11, 2012
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I AM WAR: 'Outlive You All' Track Listing Revealed
I AM WAR, the new Orange County, California-based act featuring Alex Varkatzas (vocals; ATREYU) and Brandan Schieppati (guitar, vocals; BLEEDING THROUGH),will release its debut album, "Outlive You All", on August 28 via Razor & Tie. The CD was produced by Mick Kenney (ANAAL NATHRAKH). "Outlive...July 10, 2012
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EXCEL Reunion In The Works
EXCEL, the long-defunct punk/metal fusion band from Venice, California, is planning to reunite for select live shows. Greg Saenz, who played drums for EXCEL from 1986 until 1992, tells BLABBERMOUTH.NET, "EXCEL are getting back together as a result of EXCEL bassist Shaun Ross and myself jamming with...July 10, 2012
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THE RESISTANCE: 'Eye For An Eye' Song Available For Free Download
"Eye For An Eye", a song from THE RESISTANCE, the Sweden-based metal band featuring former members of IN FLAMES, THE HAUNTED and GRAVE, is available for free download at PledgeMusic.com (e-mail sign-up required). "Eye For An Eye" was originally made available on the sampler CD that was distributed t...July 9, 2012
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TESTAMENT Guitarist Talks New Album, Drummer Situation
Aniruddh "Andrew" Bansal of Metal Assault recently conducted an interview with guitarist Eric Peterson of San Francisco Bay Area metallers TESTAMENT. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Metal Assault: Finally, there is a release date for your new album, "Dark Roots Of Earth". It must be...July 6, 2012
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BANG TANGO Documentary Tentatively Slated For Late 2012 Release
Veteran hard rockers BANG TANGO, along with videographer Drew Fortier, are working on a documentary of the band for release later this year. The documentary will contain interviews with current and original BANG TANGO members as well as most of the in-betweeners who have performed with the group ove...July 5, 2012
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LUCA TURILLI'S RHAPSODY: 'Ascending To Infinity' Album Lands On German Chart
"Ascending To Infinity", the new album from the Italian "cinematic" metal band LUCA TURILLI'S RHAPSODY, entered the German Media Control chart at the position No. 32. Commented singer Alessandro Conti: "Well, there are no words to describe our inner feelings for this historical result. We want to vi...July 3, 2012
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Metal Musicians Comment On LAMB OF GOD Frontman's Arrest
A number of figures within the rock/metal world have commented on the news that LAMB OF GOD frontman Randy Blythe was arrested on Wednesday in Prague, Czech Republic in connection with the death of a fan more than two years ago. David Draiman (DISTURBED): "MY THOUGHTS GO OUT TO MY FRIEND RANDY BLYTH...June 29, 2012
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Ex-MEGADETH Guitarist MARTY FRIEDMAN Interviewed On 'The Danko Jones Podcast' (Audio)
Canadian rocker Danko Jones recently down to talk about KISS with none other than legendary ex-MEGADETH guitarist Marty Friedman for this week's edition of "The Danko Jones Podcast". You can now listen to this spirited discussion about the hottest band in the land using the SoundCloud player below....June 28, 2012
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