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BLACK SABBATH Drummer Talks About Limited-Edition CD-Single
BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward has recorded an audio message where he discusses his plans to release a limited-edition CD-single, with proceeds to be donated to the charity of each purchaser's choice from one of five organizations. Check it out here (Real Player required). As previously reported, t...November 12, 2003
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BLACK SABBATH Drummer To Issue Limited Edition CD-Single
Bill Ward, drummer and founding member of BLACK SABBATH, has announced that 1,000 limited-edition CD-singles of "Straws", the song he wrote and recorded to express his concerns regarding the war with Iraq and the escalation of terrorism, will be available exclusively on his web site, www.billward.co...November 10, 2003
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CLUTCH Sign Record Deal, Begin Work On New Album
CLUTCH have reportedly signed a new record deal with the label headed up by former ATCO/Roadrunner Records president Derek Shulman. The group will shortly be entering The Machine Shop studio in Hoboken, New Jersey with producer Machine (PITCHSHIFTER, HED(P.E.),VISION OF DISORDER) to begin recording...November 3, 2003
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TED NUGENT To Speak In Support Of Dove-Hunting Bill
Ted Nugent will be one of the speakers at a rally Tuesday (November 4) on the steps of the state Capitol in Lansing, Michigan to support a bill that would make Michigan the 40th state to allow dove hunting. The rally, which starts at 9 a.m., backs a bill introduced by Rep. Susan Tabor, R-Delta ...November 1, 2003
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SUICIDAL TENDENCIES Singer's Home Gets A Makeover
When you're the lead singer of SUICIDAL TENDENCIES, you tend to travel around the world with some frequency. And you collect a lot of unique items — particularly those with Asian/African/aboriginal influences — along your way. But it doesn't mean you won't eventually get bored with your own decorati...October 23, 2003
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UNEARTH Sign With METAL BLADE
Massachusetts' UNEARTH have inked a deal with Metal Blade Records, the label announced today. "We are extremely excited and honored to be able to work with UNEARTH," Metal Blade Owner/CEO Brian Slagel said in a statement. "They are one of the leading bands of the new generation and we can't wait to...October 22, 2003
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MY RUIN's TAIRRIE B Has No Love For Her Former Record Labels
In a recent interview with Modern Fix magazine, MY RUIN frontwoman Tairrie B. (ex-TURA SATANA, MANHOLE) blasted the group's former record labels Spitfire and Snapper Music for their failure to properly market the band's music, saying that the song "Spitfire" on their new album was written as a big "...October 22, 2003
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KORN To Perform New Single At 'MTV Video Music Awards Latin America'
KORN will perform live for the first time ever at an award show during the "MTV Video Music Awards Latin America 2003" on October 23. The group, who are scheduled to release their sixth album, "Take a Look in the Mirror", on November 25, will premier their new single, "Right Now", at the Miami event...October 15, 2003
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JIMI HENDRIX to Be Immortalized by MCFARLANE TOYS
Experience Hendrix L.L.C., the family company dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the Jimi Hendrix legacy has joined forces with McFarlane Toys to create a collectible figure of Jimi Hendrix. Working to keep the spirit of Jimi alive through music, education and community involvement, Expe...October 13, 2003
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DEF JAM Hasn't Slowed ROADRUNNER's Indie Spirit
Tamara Conniff of the Hollywood Reporter reports that it's been 2-1/2 years since the Island Def Jam Music Group acquired a 50% stake in Roadrunner Records. However, the longtime rock-metal independent label still feels like an indie despite its major label parent, president Jonas Nachsin says. "In...October 11, 2003
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Former BLUE MURDER Bassist Joins FENDER's Artist Relations Dept.
Former BLUE MURDER/THE FIRM bassist Tony Franklin has joined Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) as part of its Artist Relations Department. Bringing more than twenty five years of professional experience on stage and in the studio, as well as his lifelong love of making music, Franklin wi...October 7, 2003
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TED NUGENT Endorses 'Gun Nut' Ice Cream
WorldNetDaily.com reports that Ted Nugent, rock musician, avid outdoorsman and defender of gun rights, has come out in support of "Gun Nut" ice cream, a new flavor unveiled by a company billing itself as "the conservative alternative to liberal Ben & Jerry's." Star Spangled Ice Cream Company ann...October 7, 2003
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ZAKK WYLDE To Present His First Guitar To ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
BLACK LABEL SOCIETY singer/guitarist Zakk Wylde will be presenting a guitar to The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Saturday, October 11 at 1:00 p.m. Wylde will present the instrument to Jim Henke, Vice President of Exhibitions and Curatorial Affairs at 1:00 p.m. in the Museum's FYE store. The guitar i...October 1, 2003
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Report: 'Underground' Heavy Metal Is Alive And Well In Iran
Scott Peterson of The Christian Science Monitor reports that in East and West, the language of rock 'n' roll is one of rebellion and pushing the limits. And in the Islamic Republic of Iran, musicians like guitarist Nurick Misikian and bassist Babak Riahipour are creating a parallel reality that coul...September 30, 2003
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DAVE LEE ROTH Postpones Remaining Tour Dates
Former VAN HALEN frontman Dave Lee Roth has postponed all his remaining concerts indefinitely. "It's due to medical reasons," Colyn Bohan, assistant to the vice president of Fantasma Productions, Roth's booking agency, told Southwest Florida's News-Press.com. Bohan would not discuss what is ailing t...September 23, 2003
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