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Writer's Quest To Promote Underground Heavy Metal Explored In 'Metal Generation' Book
Darryl J. Keck, former editor of Amplified Assault and High Volume magazines, has penned a new book called "Metal Generation". According to Keck, "Metal Generation" is "a heavy metal writer's journey through the past twenty-five years with this music. This is a first-hand perspective of the quest to...December 24, 2007
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EVERGREY: Sixth Video Report From Recording Studio Posted Online
Swedish metallers EVERGREY have issued the following studio update: "We are FINALLY in the mixing stage of the [new EVERGREY] album and that truly feels like a blessing. Today we finished the eighth song for mix-down and it sounds AWESOME! We will be finished before New Year's and then we will take...December 21, 2007
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EVERGREY: Swedish Dates Announced
Swedish metallers EVERGREY have announced the following dates in the northern part of Sweden: Jan. 25 - Sundsvall, SWE @ Club Destroyer Jan. 26 - Östersund, SWE @ Tingshuset Jan. 27 - Örebro, SWE @ Satin Commented vocalist/guitarist Tom S. Englund: "We have always had a great time when we have playe...December 20, 2007
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'20 Fathers Of Heavy Metal' Canadian TV Special To Re-Air This Week
"Listed: 20 Fathers of Heavy Metal" will re-air on Canada's MuchMoreMusic this Friday, December 21 at 8 p.m., on Saturday, December 22 at 11 p.m., and on Wednesday, December 26 at 1:00 a.m. According to a program description, "Listed" "counts down the 20 'fathers of heavy metal.' These bands' grandi...December 19, 2007
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VAN HALEN: 'Visual History: 1978-1984' Book Now Available
From 1978 to 1984, legendary rock photographer Neil Zlozower was the "fifth member of VAN HALEN," touring, partying with, and capturing images of the band during the David Lee Roth era, a time when the band was at the height of its powers. His photos capture the all-out, spandexed, high-kicking, hig...December 15, 2007
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DEF LEPPARD: 2008 Tour Dates Announced
DEF LEPPARD has announced the following European tour dates: May 21 - Sandnes, Norway - Classic Rock Festival May 23 - Halden, Norway - Fredriksten Festning May 24 - Trondheim, Norway - Market Place Jun. 06 - Sölvesborg, Sweden - Sweden Rock Festival Jun. 08 - Kalingrad, Russia - City Airport Jun. 1...December 13, 2007
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DEF LEPPARD Bassist's Stage Clothing To Be Auctioned; Photos Available
DEF LEPPARD bassist Rick Savage is auctioning stage clothes for charity. Starting this Thursday (December 13),one item will be auctioned every week and all proceeds will go to The Sheffield Children's Hospital and Help A Hallam Child (Rick's own choice of charities),among other charities. For a lo...December 10, 2007
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DEF LEPPARD, WHITESNAKE, TESTAMENT Confirmed For SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL
DEF LEPPARD, WHITESNAKE, TESTAMENT, ELAKELAISET, FASTWAY, FIVE FIFTEEN, GLYDER, H.E.A.T and SONIC SYNDICATE have been confirmed for next year's Sweden Rock Festival, set to take place June 4-7, 2008 in in Sölvesborg, Sweden. The festival billing is now shaping up as follows: ASTRAL DOORS (S) AT THE...December 3, 2007
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Late DEF LEPPARD Guitarist STEVE CLARK's Former Lover Dies
According to an obituary in the Guardian Unlimited, Barbara Salisbury, a former publicist for DEF LEPPARD, died from a stroke at her home in Lowestoft, England. LEPPARD's late guitarist, Steve Clark, was reportedly her on-off lover for many years. DEF LEPPARD has been confirmed for the Classic Rock...December 2, 2007
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A PERFECT CIRCLE Guitarist To Release ASHES DIVIDE Debut In March
Lead guitarist, singer and songwriter Billy Howerdel — founder and producer of multi-platinum group A PERFECT CIRCLE — has stepped out as lead vocalist and guitarist for new band, ASHES DIVIDE, and has signed to Island Records, it was announced today by Antonio "L.A." Reid, Chairman, Island Def Jam...November 28, 2007
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DEF LEPPARD Bassist's Stage Clothes Being Auctioned
During the months of November and December, DEF LEPPARD's official web site, DefLeppard.com, will be auctioning authentic stage wardrobe worn by bassist Rick Savage during most of the band's shows on their 2006 tour and a few dates on the recent 2007 tour. Among the items that will be auctioned are...November 20, 2007
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EVERGREY: Fifth Video Report From Recording Studio Posted Online
Swedish metallers EVERGREY have posted the fifth video studio report from the recording sessions for their new album. Watch the 10-minute clip below. Commented EVERGREY frontman Tom S. Englund: "This week we have been writing in my home studio and so far came up with two REALLY great songs which I a...November 20, 2007
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DEF LEPPARD: Win Guitar Lesson From PHIL COLLEN, Trip To London
Starting November 25, Target store customers with a REDcard (a credit card issued by Target Corporation) will have a chance to buy Lyon by Washburn electric guitar (price: $199),which includes an authenticity certificate signed by all the members of DEF LEPPARD. You will then be eligible to win a t...November 16, 2007
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QUEENSRŸCHE, DEF LEPPARD, COAL CHAMBER Autographed Items Auctioned For LOONEY TUNES
On August 30, West Babylon New York's #1 source for great music for over 35 years, Looney Tunes, was destroyed by a fire. Thankfully, no one was injured but the store itself was all but lost. Down, but not out, like the legendary Phoenix we will soon rise from our ashes. Here is how you ...November 16, 2007
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DEF-CON-ONE Featuring VENOM Drummer: New Music Posted Online
DEF-CON-ONE, the Newcastle, UK-based band featuring VENOM drummer Antony "Antton" Lant (brother of VENOM frontman Conrad "Cronos" Lant),has posted two new tracks on its MySpace page. Check out the songs "Hypocracy" and "Rage War" at this location. DEF-CON-ONE's new album, "Ten Bullets", is expected...November 15, 2007
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