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KISS To Tour With DEF LEPPARD?
According to KissKollector.com, KISS manager Doc McGhee has confirmed that KISS are in talks with DEF LEPPARD about possibly touring together next year. As reported here yesterday, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has told the Associated Press that KISS will take a break from touring following the...December 2, 2003
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'AEROSMITH Day' Named In New Hampshire
Shir Haberman of the Portsmouth Herald reports that New Hampshire Gov. Craig Benson signed a proclamation Monday naming Nov. 24, 2003 as "AEROSMITH Day." The group, led by vocalist Steven Tyler and guitarist Joe Perry, was the first act to play at the Verizon Wireless Arena when it opened in Novembe...November 26, 2003
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'BUSH Supporter' GENE SIMMONS Visits The White House, Fails To Meet The President
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons went on a two-hour tour of the White House last Friday (Nov. 21),according to the Washington Post. However, the 54-year-old, who is described as a "Bush supporter," didn't get to meet the president, according to the paper. After his White House drop-in, Simmons re...November 26, 2003
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DREAM THEATER Singer Guests On FRAMESHIFT CD
The new label Progrock Records is releasing a special album by FRAMESHIFT on November 25, 2003, titled "Unweaving the Rainbow", based on evolution-themed books by Richard Dawkins. The album was written and produced by Henning Pauly of CHAIN as a vehicle for vocalist James LaBrie of the highly revere...November 25, 2003
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JANE'S ADDICTION Guitarist's Wedding Subject Of MTV Miniseries
JANE'S ADDICTION guitarist Dave Navarro and actress Carmen Electra have signed a deal with MTV to shoot "Til Death Do Us Part: Carmen & Dave", a documentary miniseries that will follow the engaged pair as they plan their wedding. The show is scheduled to premiere in January. "MTV has been given...November 18, 2003
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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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