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Report: Record Labels Sue GUNS N' ROSES For Copying Songs

Reuters reports: Two independent record labels sued U.S. rock band GUNS N' ROSES for $1 million, claiming the group used portions of two songs by a German musician on their last album "Chinese Democracy". British label Independiente and the U.S. arm of Domino Recording Company, who own the licensing...

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ZAKK WYLDE's 'Hellfire Halloween Bash'; More Details Revealed

Gibson Guitar, Epiphone and Monster Cable have partnered to celebrate the launch of two new signature model guitars and pro headphones with a special event in New York on Halloween, October 31, 2009. Zakk Wylde, legendary guitarist for OZZY OSBOURNE and founder of the heavy metal band BLACK LABEL SO...

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DUFF MCKAGAN On AXL ROSE: 'He's Just A Guy Caught Up In Events'

Paul Whitington of Independent.ie recently conducted an interview with Duff McKagan (VELVET REVOLVER, DUFF MCKAGAN'S LOADED, GUNS N' ROSES). A few excerpts from the chat follow below. Independent.ie: Axl Rose — rock's answer to Howard Hughes or misunderstood genius? Duff: I think when you don't talk...

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BUCKCHERRY Talks KISS Tour, Live Album

Altitude TV recently conducted an interview with Josh Todd and Keith Nelson of BUCKCHERRY. Topics discussed include how they really got the KISS tour, their new live CD, and how they two have managed to keep the BUCKCHERRY train rolling. Watch the four-minute clip below. BUCKCHERRY's new live album,...

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Black Gives Way To Blue

In all honesty, I was very skeptical about this album even being recorded in the first place. My disappointment in the self-titled release (though I'll admit it grew on me over the years) coupled with the tragic loss of one of rock's best voices in Layne Staley left somewhat of a bitter taste in my...

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JACOBS DREAM: New Album Details Revealed

Columbus, Ohio-based Christian power metallers JACOBS DREAM will release their fifth full-length album, "Beneath The Shadows", on November 10 via Retroactive Records. According to a press release, "Beneath the Shadows" is "a concept album based on a story written by vocalist, Chaz Bond. The theme of...

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'Behind The Music: Bret Michaels' Commercial Posted Online

A commercial for "Behind The Music: Bret Michaels" — which premieres Thursday, October 1, 2009 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on VH1 — can be viewed below. VH1's Emmy-nominated documentary series "Behind The Music" returns to focus on some of today's top artists who have had a major impact on the music world,...

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PICTURE: New Album Details Revealed

30 years after the release of the group's debut LP, reunited '80s Dutch metal band PICTURE will release a new album, "Old Dogs New Tricks", on October 1. According to a press release, the new CD "contains a wide variety of hard rock and old-school metal songs, complete with a breath-taking ballad."...

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GUNS N' ROSES: Korean Show Announced

According to the Korean concert/entertainment promoter All Access Entertainment, GUNS N' ROSES will perform at the Olympic Park Gymnastics Stadium in Seoul, Korea on December 13. GUNS N' ROSES' schedule is now shaping up as follows: Dec. 11 - Taipei, Taiwan - Taipei County Stadium Dec. 13 - Seoul, K...

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Own A Piece Of EMPEROR History

Over the years, former EMPEROR frontman Ihsahn's guitar-collection has grown considerably, especially since he started working with Ibanez, and space is becoming an issue. His old ESP is already on its way to the Rockheim museum in Trondheim and now he has decided to auction the trusted Jackson DK1....

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METALLICA, AC/DC, AEROSMITH Performances Featured On 'Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Live' DVD Set

On October 20, 2009, Time Life commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame with an unprecedented, comprehensive collection of performances compiled from a quarter century of induction celebrations. The "Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Live" DVD collection boasts 125 remarkable per...

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ALICE IN CHAINS: Entire New Album Available For Streaming

ALICE IN CHAINS' much-anticipated new album, "Black Gives Way To Blue", is available for streaming in its entirety at www.alice-in-chains.net. Due on September 29, the CD was recorded with producer Nick Raskulinecz (RUSH, FOO FIGHTERS) at Studio 606 in Northridge, California and Henson Studios in Ho...

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ALICE IN CHAINS Interviewed On Toronto's 102.1 THE EDGE; Video Available

Fearless Fred of Toronto, Ontario, Canada's 102.1 The Edge radio station conducted an interview with ALICE IN CHAINS members Jerry Cantrell (guitar, vocals) and William DuVall (vocals) prior to the band's September 15, 2009 concert at The Opera House. Watch the six-minute chat below. ALICE IN CHAINS...

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BUCKCHERRY: New Acoustic Performance Footage Released

Video footage of BUCKCHERRY performing acoustic versions of the songs "Crazy Bitch" and "Talk To Me" can be viewed below (courtesy of AOL's Noisecreep). BUCKCHERRY is gearing up for a big fall with the release of a live album and the band's opening slot on the upcoming KISS tour. The Los Angeles gro...

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THE CULT Performs During NYC's 'Fashion Week'; Video Available

Video footage of THE CULT's September 10, 2009 performance at the Gramercy Park Hotel's Rose Bar during New York City's Fashion Week can be viewed at SPIN Earth. THE CULT is performing its entire 1985 album, "Love", on the current tour. However, frontman Ian Astbury tells Metro that he doesn't want...