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REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE Joined By Former HAMMERFALL Bassist
Bassist Magnus Rosén (HAMMERFALL, X-WORLD/5, FULL FORCE) has joined REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE, the new band led by former STRATOVARIUS mastermind Timo Tolkki, REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE last month parted ways with bassist Justin Biggs and keyboardist Michael Khalilov because it "became evident to everybody...November 1, 2009
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ANCARA's 'Chasing Shadows' Lands On Finnish Chart
"Chasing Shadows", the third album from Finnish hard rockers ANCARA, has entered the official chart in the band's home country at position No. 32. According to the group, the CD's release was "postponed by two months because the band decided to release the album independently though their own Dks Mu...October 29, 2009
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ANCARA: 'Tears With A Smile' Video Released
"Tears With A Smile", the new video from Finnish hard rockers ANCARA, can be viewed below. The song — which is described as "a duet ballad" — features a guest appearance by Agnes Pihlava, a finalist in the 2005 Finnish national TV talent competition "Idols". Commented frontman Sammy Salminen: "I wan...October 26, 2009
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MEDICATED Parts Ways With Guitarist
MEDICATED, the Finnish metal band featuring former IMPERANON vocalist Aleksi Sihvonen, has parted ways with guitarist Jesse Soiletsalo. The group says in a statement, "For a while, [Jesse] has been thinking what it is that he wants to do. This has led him to realize that MEDICATED isn't quite the ba...October 20, 2009
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New STRATOVARIUS Guitarist Interviewed In Quebec City
MusikUniverse.net webzine conducted an interview with guitarist Matias Kupiainen of Finnish melodic metallers STRATOVARIUS on September 19, 2009 in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada. Watch the chat in two parts below. "Polaris", the new album from STRATOVARIUS, landed at position No. 57 on the Top New Art...October 17, 2009
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Former REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE Bassist Says Split Was 'Mutual'
Former REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE bassist Justin Biggs has released the following statement regarding his departure from the group: "I'm writing this statement of course in regards to the latest news from REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE. It's only been a few days and already I can see a storm on the horizon. So,...October 12, 2009
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Ex-REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE Keyboardist Says He Learned He Was Fired Via Internet
Former REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE keyboardist Michael Khalilov has slammed the band's mainman, ex-STRATOVARIUS leader Timo Tolkki, for allegedly failing to inform Khalilov and bassist Justin Biggs that they were no longer members of the group. Tolkki released a statement on Thursday (October 8) indicati...October 10, 2009
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TIMO TOLKKI's 'Return To Dreamspace' Delayed Until Next Spring
Former STRATOVARIUS leader and current REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE mainman Timo Tolkki recently teamed up with fellow ex-STRATOVARIUS members Tuomo Lassila (drums),Anti Ikonen (keyboards) and Jari Kainulainen (current member of EVERGREY) to record a new album, titled "Return To Dreamspace". This means t...October 9, 2009
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REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE Parts Ways With Bassist, Keyboardist
REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE — the new band led by former STRATOVARIUS mastermind Timo Tolkki — has parted ways with bassist Justin Biggs and keyboardist Michael Khalilov. "During the recordings of [the second REVOLUTION RENAISSANCE album], 'Age of Aquarius', it became evident to everybody that REVOLUTION...October 9, 2009
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TIMO TOLKKI Schedules 'Music Beyond Infinity' Workshop Dates
Timo Tolkki is one of the most respected guitar players in the heavy rock scene, with sales of 2.5 million records, a Finnish Grammy equivalent and three gold discs with his former band STRATOVARIUS. In Guitar World magazine, Tolkki was ranked the 27th fastest guitar player in the world and placed 8...October 8, 2009
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STRATOVARIUS' Edmonton Concert Ends In Flames
According to Iltalehti.fi, STRATOVARIUS' September 30, 2009 concert at the Starlite Room in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada ended in flames. An eyewitness told BLABBERMOUTH.NET, "Near the end of STRATOVARIUS' set there was some commotion and I saw the [Finnish] band look up at something, [and it turned ou...October 1, 2009
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BATTLELORE: New Video Interview Posted Online
James Young and Asif Salam of Soundshock.Net conducted an interview with BATTLELORE's Tomi Mykkänen (vocals) and Timo Honkanen (bass) when the Finnish "fantasy metal" band played in Camden Underworld, London, England on September 26, 2009 as the support act for FINNTROLL. Watch the chat below. BATTL...September 30, 2009
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THROES OF DAWN Signs With FIREBOX RECORDS
Long-running Finnish "dark metal" band THROES OF DAWN has inked a deal with Firebox Records. The group's fifth album, "The Great Fleet of Echoes", was recorded at Timo Kotipelto's (STRATOVARIUS) studio and is about to be mastered at Finnvox Studios in Helsinki. A January/February 2010 release is exp...September 17, 2009
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ANCARA To Release 'Chasing Shadows' In October
Finnish hard rockers ANCARA will release their third album, "Chasing Shadows", on October 21 in the band's home country and a later date in other parts of Europe. According to the group, the CD's release was "postponed by two months because the band decided to release the album independently though...September 9, 2009
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ANCARA: 'Tears With a Smile' Video Teaser Available
A teaser for the "Tears With a Smile" video from Finnish hard rockers ANCARA can be viewed below. The song — which is described as "a duet ballad" — features a guest appearance by Agnes Pihlava, a finalist in the 2005 Finnish national TV talent competition "Idols". "Tears With a Smile" comes off ANC...September 8, 2009
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