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HOUSE OF LORDS, PRAYING MANTIS, POWER QUEST Confirmed For U.K.'s ROCK OF AGES FEST
HYDROGYN, PRAYING MANTIS, HOLY RAGE (featuring original JUDAS PRIEST vocalist Allan Atkins),HOUSE OF LORDS, IMPERIA and POWER QUEST are among the confirmed bands for the rescheduled Rock Of Ages Fest 2009, set to take place November 20-22 at The Bridgehouse 2 in East London, England. After problems...July 28, 2009
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POISON Drummer Becomes First-Time Father
Congratulations are in order for POISON drummer Rikki Rockett and his wife Melanie Martel on the birth of their first child, Jude Aaron Rockett (see photo below). The baby boy was born July 14 at 4:31 a.m. He weighed in at seven pounds, four ounces and measured 21 inches long. POISON is currently on...July 16, 2009
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LACRIMAS PROFUNDERE: 'And God's Ocean' Video Available
"And God's Ocean", the new video from German gothic rockers LACRIMAS PROFUNDERE, can be viewed below. According to the group, the clip "presents the viewer with the band's hard work from last three months. With this [video], the band supports Die Sandmänner — an initiative that fights against child...July 16, 2009
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Original JUDAS PRIEST Singer AL ATKINS Interviewed On BBC RADIO; Audio Available
Original JUDAS PRIEST singer Allan Atkins and his HOLY RAGE bandmate Chris Johnson (guitar) were interviewed on July 5 by radio presenter, history professor and author Carl Chinn on BBC Radio. According to a posting on Atkins' MySpace page, "We launched Al's new book, 'Dawn of the Metal Gods', spoke...July 9, 2009
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AL ATKINS: I Wanted To, But Couldn't, Get Away From The Name JUDAS PRIEST
Express & Star recently conducted an interview with original JUDAS PRIEST singer Allan Atkins. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow. On his 1973 split with JUDAS PRIEST: "I was the only one in the group married and with a child, but money was a struggle. We had signed a recording contract ....July 3, 2009
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ROYAL HUNT Parts Ways With Bassist, Announces Replacement
Denmark-based hard rockers ROYAL HUNT have parted ways with bassist Per Schelander and have replaced him with Andreas Passmark (NARNIA, ROB ROCK, E-TYPE). Commented Schelander, "After four rollercoaster years of music, laughter and good memories I have to leave ROYAL HUNT. The reason is that I simpl...June 22, 2009
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RAM: New Bassist Announced
RAM, the traditional Gothenburg, Sweden-based heavy metal band featuring Morgan Pettersson (ex-B-THONG),has announced the addition of bassist Christian Strömblad (NOMINON, ex-IMMERSED IN BLOOD) to the group's ranks. The band says, "We are happy to welcome his extremely heavy and powerful bass playi...June 18, 2009
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RAM: European Tour Dates Announced
RAM, the traditional Gothenburg, Sweden-based heavy metal band featuring Morgan Pettersson (ex-B-THONG),has scheduled the following dates: Aug. 14 - Elterlein, Germany - Thunders over Miriquidi Festival Aug. 15 - Slovenia - Paranoid Open Air Oct. 16 - Berlin, Germany - K17 Oct. 17 - Uelsen, Germany...June 16, 2009
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FASTER PUSSYCAT, BULLETBOYS, BANG TANGO: First 'Summer Rock Fest' Dates Revealed
FASTER PUSSYCAT, BULLETBOYS, BANG TANGO, SISTER SIN and SWIRL will team up for the "Summer Rock Fest" tour in July/August. So far the following dates have been confirmed: Jul. 31 - Glendale Heights, IL @ Shark City Aug. 01 - Cincinnati, OH @ Riverstar Entertainment Complex Aug. 06 - Springfield, VA...June 11, 2009
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BULLETBOYS: New Album Release Date Announced
BULLETBOYS' long-awaited new album, "10c Billionaire", will be released on July 7 via Chavis Records. After several delays, mixing and mastering for the CD were recently completed and the final touches were applied by producer/guitarist Brent Woods (VINCE NEIL, WILDSIDE). "10c Billionaire" was writt...June 9, 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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ROYAL HUNT: Drum Tracks Completed For New Album
Allan Sorensen of Denmark-based hard rockers ROYAL HUNT has finished laying down the drum tracks for the band's new album, which is scheduled for release later in the year. ROYAL HUNT is posting regular updates, photos, video clips as well as offering a "track-by-track" breakdown of the recording pr...May 25, 2009
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BULLETBOYS: '10c Billionaire' Cover Art, Track Listing Revealed
The cover art for BULLETBOYS' long-awaited new album, "10c Billionaire", can be viewed below. After several delays, mixing and mastering for the CD were recently completed and the final touches were applied by producer/guitarist Brent Woods (VINCE NEIL, WILDSIDE). A summer release via Chavis Records...May 18, 2009
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BULLETBOYS: Redondo Beach Footage Available
Video footage of BULLETBOYS performing the song "Hard As A Rock" on May 15, 2009 at the Brixton in Redondo Beach, California can be viewed below (courtesy of "lisapolisa"). BULLETBOYS have completed work on their long-awaited new album, "10c Billionaire", for a summer release via Chavis Records. Aft...May 17, 2009
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RAM: 'Lightbringer' Artwork Unveiled
RAM, the traditional Gothenburg, Sweden-based heavy metal band featuring Morgan Pettersson (ex-B-THONG),will release its second album, "Lightbringer", on June 19 via Germany's AFM Records. The CD was produced by Johan Reivén and was mixed at Studio Bongo in the group's hometown. The follow-up to 20...May 15, 2009
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