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IRON MAIDEN's 'A Matter Of Life And Death' Is Greatest Album Of Past Decade
The readers of Sweden Rock Magazine, the country's biggest-selling music magazine, have voted for the 50 greatest albums released in the past 10 years for the publication's 10-year-anniversary issue. The results show that Sweden is truly IRON MAIDEN country. Not only was "A Matter Of Life And Death"...June 1, 2011
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AC/DC's BRIAN JOHNSON And Actor MALCOLM MCDOWELL Reunited On 'Opie & Anthony' (Audio)
The "Opie & Anthony" radio show on SiriusXM satellite radio sparked one of the all-time greatest "when stars collide at SiriusXM" moments when they booked AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson (in to talk about his new book "Rockers And Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir") and critically acclaimed actor Mal...May 31, 2011
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JOE SATRIANI Says New CHICKENFOOT Album Is 'Heavier And Better Than First One'
CHICKENFOOT, the rock supergroup featuring former VAN HALEN singer Sammy Hagar and bassist Michael Anthony, guitarist Joe Satriani and RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS drummer Chad Smith, returned to the studio earlier this month to resume work on its sophomore album, which is expected to arrive before the end...May 30, 2011
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AC/DC's BRIAN JOHNSON On BON SCOTT: 'We Still Talk About Him Like He's A Member Of The Band'
Matt Manochio of USA Today recently conducted an interview with AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson. A few excerpts from the chat follow below. On meeting AC/DC's previous singer Bon Scott in the western part of the British Isles in 1974 when Johnson was a member of GEORDIE and Scott was in a supporting ac...May 30, 2011
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VIVIAN CAMPBELL: 'The Majority Of DEF LEPPARD's Setlist Is Always Gonna Be The Same'
Rob Cavuoto of Guitar International recently conducted an interview with DEF LEPPARD guitarist Vivian Campbell. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. Guitar International: Tell me about the three new studio tracks on "Mirrorball" and who wrote them? Vivian Campbell: The idea of doing the...May 29, 2011
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Exhibition Featuring Rare AC/DC Memorabilia To Take Place In Scotland
According to TheCourier.co.uk, an exhibition featuring rare AC/DC memorabilia will take place in Kirriemuir, Scotland this summer. The exhibition will take place at the Gateway to the Glens Museum from July 9 which would have been the 65th birthday of late AC/DC singer Bon Scott. Scott was born in t...May 28, 2011
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JANE'S ADDICTION: 'End To The Lies' Video Released
"End To The Lies", the new video from JANE'S ADDICTION, can be viewed below. To direct the clip, the band enlisted the help of ShadowMachine Films (Adult Swim's "Robot Chicken") to create a visually stunning piece of art. "I'm really happy to work on this video for 'End To The Lies' with Alex [Bulkl...May 27, 2011
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'Long Live Bon' Tribute Concerts To Kick Off This Weekend
Ronald Belford "Bon" Scott died 31 years ago, February 19 1980 aged 33. It seems impossible to believe this much-loved icon has been gone for more than three decades when his legacy, his influence on rock and his presence remains so strong. You never need an excuse to celebrate the incredible music...May 27, 2011
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AC/DC Frontman Talks About Writing 'You Shook Me All Night Long' On 'The Howard Stern Show'
AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson discussed his book, "Rockers And Rollers: A Full Throttle Memoir", during an appearance on this morning's (Wednesday, May 25) edition of "The Howard Stern Show". A short video clip of Johnson talking about how the AC/DC classic "You Shook Me All Night Long" was written c...May 25, 2011
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MICHAEL SCHENKER To Release 'Temple Of Rock' Album
According to HMV Japan and Amazon Japan, legendary guitarist Michael Schenker will release a new album titled "Temple Of Rock" on July 27 in Japan. The CD will reportedly feature guest appearances by the following musicians: * Slash (GUNS N' ROSES, VELVET REVOLVER) - Guitar * Rudolf Schenker (SCORPI...May 25, 2011
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AC/DC Frontman Talks 'Rockers And Rollers' Book At New York City Signing (Video)
AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson is in the middle of a short, three-stop book signing tour this week to celebrate the publication of his book, "Rockers And Rollers: A Full Throttle Memoir", which arrived yesterday (Tuesday, May 24). Johnson signed at Barnes & Noble on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan on Ma...May 25, 2011
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AC/DC Frontman Interviewed On 'Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show'; Video Footage, Photos
AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson was interviewed this morning's (May 24) edition of "Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show" on the WAXQ-FM / Q104.3 radio station in New York City. The 19-minute chat can now be viewed below. Photos of Johnson in the Q104.3 studios are available at this location. Johnson...May 24, 2011
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'Bon But Not Forgotten': More BON SCOTT Tribute Concert Details Revealed
Australian rockers RAISE THE FLAG have lured two ex-members of rock legends AC/DC for the first time! In a world first, they join the lineup and help Oz rock fans celebrate the world's #1 rock singer, Bon Scott, on his 65th-birthday weekend. On the rhythm section, Simon Wright, best known for his dr...May 24, 2011
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KROKUS Drummer Quits
Drummer Freddy Steady has left Swiss hard rock veterans KROKUS. Guitarist Fernando Von Arb stated, "The split was not of personal nature but solely a professional decision. Freddy concluded that he really wanted to play music just for fun in small clubs rather than conquering the world, playing aren...May 23, 2011
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JANE'S ADDICTION To Be Inducted Into Guitar Center's Historic RockWalk
Guitar Center, the world's largest musical instrument retailer, today announced that JANE'S ADDICTION will be inducted into the historic Guitar Center RockWalk in Hollywood on Wednesday, June 1 at 12 p.m PST. Band members Perry Farrell, Dave Navarro and Stephen Perkins will be inducted in a special...May 23, 2011
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