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Former MONTROSE Singer Pays Tribute To RONNIE MONTROSE
Vocalist Robert "Bob" James, who replaced Sammy Hagar in MONTROSE and sang on the band's albums "Warner Bros. Presents" (1975) and "Jump On It" (1976),has released the following statement to BLABBERMOUTH.NET regarding the passing of his former bandmate Ronnie Montrose (MONTROSE, GAMMA): "I am sorry...March 6, 2012
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Former FASTER PUSSYCAT Guitarist To Shave Head To Fight Childhood Cancer
Hard rock guitarist Brent Muscat might be best known as the founding guitarist for Hollywood legends FASTER PUSSYCAT or for tearing up the Las Vegas scene with his band SIN CITY SINNERS, but Brent is also a cancer survivor. Determined to use his celebrity to help raise funds to find a cure for cance...March 5, 2012
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KISS Guitarist TOMMY THAYER Takes Part In Patrick Warburton 'Golf For Kids' Tournament
KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer took part in the second annual Patrick Warburton "Golf For Kids" Celebrity Tournament this past weekend (March 2-4) at the Classic Club in Palm Desert, California. "The whole reason we're out here is to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital," Thayer told B...March 5, 2012
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GODSMACK, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, SEVENDUST, GEOFF TATE Confirmed For 'ShipRocked'
GODSMACK, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, P.O.D., SEVENDUST, FILTER, FUEL, BLACK STONE CHERRY, LIT, Geoff Tate (QUEENSRŸCHE),Gilby Clarke (ex-GUNS N' ROSES) and IN THIS MOMENT are confirmed for the fourth annual ShipRocked, the ultimate rock music cruise vacation. ShipRocked 2012 embarks from Fort Lauderd...March 5, 2012
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SAMMY HAGAR: 'It's A Shame To Lose RONNIE MONTROSE'
Former VAN HALEN and current CHICKENFOOT singer Sammy Hagar has commented on the passing of his former bandmate Ronnie Montrose (MONTROSE, GAMMA),who died yesterday (Saturday, March 3) after a five-year battle with prostate cancer. He was 64 years old. Said Hagar in a statement posted on his offici...March 4, 2012
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SLASH, ALTER BRIDGE, MEGADETH, TESTAMENT Members React To RONNIE MONTROSE's Passing
Several rock and metal musicians have reponded to the news that legendary guitarist Ronnie Montrose died after a five-year battle with prostate cancer. Montrose passed away yesterday (Saturday, March 3) at the age of 64. Myles Kennedy (ALTER BRIDGE, SLASH): "Sad to hear Ronnie Montrose passed away....March 4, 2012
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Legendary Rock Guitarist RONNIE MONTROSE Dead At 64
Legendary American rock guitarist Ronnie Montrose died earlier today (Saturday, March 3) after a five-year battle with prostate cancer. He was 64 years old. Montrose's official web site has been updated with the following message: "A few months ago, we held a surprise party for Ronnie Montrose's 64t...March 3, 2012
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DEEP PURPLE Drummer Says Cancer-Stricken Former Keyboardist Hopes To Be Back Working In April
DEEP PURPLE drummer Ian Paice was interviewed on Edmonton, Alberta, Canada's classic rock radio station CIRK K-97 97.3 FM when the band performed in town on February 21 as part of their 16-date Canadian tour. You can now listen to the entire 24-minute chat using the audio player below. When asked fo...February 28, 2012
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SVEN GALI Guitarist Remembered By Canadian Record Executive
Dee Cernile, guitarist for the '90s Canadian hard rock band SVEN GALI, died this past Saturday, February 25 after a three-year battle with lung cancer. He was 46 years old. "Dee was a great guitarist, singer, and songwriter who always wore his heart on his sleeve," David Bendeth, the executive who s...February 27, 2012
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MACHINE HEAD Drummer Weighs In On BILL WARD/BLACK SABBATH Dispute
Earlier in the month, BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward announced that he will not be able to participate in the recording of the reunited group's new album or perform with them on tour unless he is presented with what he described as a "fair agreement" and a "signable contract" that financially refle...February 25, 2012
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BLACK SABBATH To Play One Show In America In August
The original lineup of BLACK SABBATH was set to head out on a reunion tour this year but due to guitarist Tony Iommi's cancer treatment and drummer Bill Ward's contract dispute, it doesn't seem like it is going to happen. Instead, the band will play one date at the U.K.'s Download festival in June....February 24, 2012
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MASSIVE AUDIO NERVE Begins Recording New Album
MASSIVE AUDIO NERVE (formely known just as M.A.N) — the Swedish metal-hardcore-progressive four-piece featuring TRANSPORT LEAGUE/ex-MNEMIC frontman Tony Jelencovich — has entered IF Studios, the IN FLAMES-owned facility in Gothenburg, Sweden, with producer Roberto Laghi (IN FLAMES, SONIC SYNDICATE,...February 23, 2012
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OVERTHROW Signs With INDIE RECORDINGS
Norwegian metallers OVERTHROW have inked a deal with Indie Recordings. The band is currently wrapping up the songwriting for its debut album, which is scheduled for a fall release. Formed in 2008, OVERTHROW is a hard-hitting metal band from Stavanger, Norway, drawing inspiration from every corner of...February 21, 2012
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DICKIE PETERSON Estate Negotiating For Release Of TONY RAINIER-Period BLUE CHEER Recordings
BLUE CHEER's manager, Ron Rainey, and the band's guitarist, Andrew "Duck" MacDonald, have confirmed that they are negotiating with Shroom Angel Records for the release several vinyl LPs and compact discs in order to showcase the Tony Rainier period of BLUE CHEER. On October 12, 2009, BLUE CHEER bass...February 20, 2012
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BILL WARD 'Remains Hopeful' For 'Positive Outcome' In BLACK SABBATH Dispute
Earlier in the month, BLACK SABBATH drummer Bill Ward announced that he will not be able to participate in the recording of the reunited group's new album or perform with them on tour unless he is presented with what he described as a "fair agreement" and a "signable contract" that financially refle...February 17, 2012
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