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HYDROGYN Members Mourn Loss Of RONNIE JAMES DIO, PAUL GRAY
Ashland, Kentucky rockers HYDROGYN — whose current lineup includes two former members of MEGADETH, Jeff Young (guitar) and James Lomenzo (bass) — have issued the following update: "It's been a bittersweet past couple of weeks here in camp HYDROGYN. "Firstly, we are deeply saddened by the passing of...May 26, 2010
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MUSIC CHOICE Remembers PAUL GRAY
Music Choice, the multi-platform video and music network, is airing a special remembrance panel in memory of SLIPKNOT bassist Paul Gray, who was found dead earlier this week. It will appear on Music Choice's Metal, Retro Rock, and Rock music channels through Friday, May 28. As previously reported, a...May 26, 2010
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YEARNING/COLOSSEUM's JUHANI PALOMÄKI Dead At 32
Juhani Palomäki, the main musical force behind the Finnish bands YEARNING and COLOSSEUM, was found dead on Saturday, May 15. He was 32 years old. His final work — COLOSSEUM's recently recorded third album, "Chapter 3: Parasomnia" — will be released as a way to honor his memory. This will mark the en...May 26, 2010
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RANDY RHOADS Commemorative-Edition Wine Coming In August
D'Argenzio Winery, which is owned by Kathryn Rhoads D'Argenzio, sister of late OZZY OSBOURNE/QUIET RIOT guitarist Randy Rhoads, is preparing to release the Randy Rhoads commemorative-edition wine. Says Kathryn: "In tribute to my brother Randy Rhoads, I would like to dedicate this special limited rel...May 25, 2010
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ALICE IN CHAINS Guitarist Performs With STONE TEMPLE PILOTS In Camden
ALICE IN CHAINS guitarist Jerry Cantrell joined STONE TEMPLE PILOTS on stage this past Sunday (May 23) at the MMR*B*Q 2010 at Susquehanna Bank Center in Camden, New Jersey to perform the song "Sex Type Thing". Fan-filmed video footage of the performance can be viewed below. STONE TEMPLE PILOTS' setl...May 25, 2010
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STRYPER To Host Holy Land Tour For Fans In 2011
Reactivated Christian hard rockers STRYPER will host a 10-day tour of the Holy Land February 12-21, 2011. The once-in-a-lifetime VIP tour will be limited to 150 people. STRYPER fans will be able to spend time with the band during this unique travel opportunity, with portions of the trip being filmed...May 24, 2010
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Ex-ANTHRAX Singer NEIL TURBIN: DIO 'Was To Heavy Metal What ELVIS Was To Rock 'N' Roll'
Former ANTHRAX and current DEATHRIDERS frontman Neil Turbin has released the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "As a teenager, I got to witness the BLACK SABBATH and BLUE ÖYSTER CULT concert li...May 20, 2010
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BOB DAISLEY On DIO's Passing: 'The World Has Lost A Great Man'
Bassist Bob Daisley, who was a member of RAINBOW from 1977 to 1979, has released the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW, ELF): "With the sad passing of my friend and colleague, the world has lost...May 19, 2010
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SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL To Honor RONNIE JAMES DIO
The organizers of this year's Sweden Rock Festival — which will take place June 9-12, 2010 in Sölvesborg in southern Sweden — have issued the following update: "Ronnie James Dio made five appearances at Sweden Rock Festival: three times with his own band DIO, and twice with HEAVEN & HELL — most...May 18, 2010
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JORN LANDE: RONNIE JAMES DIO Will Always Live In My Heart And Music
Powerhouse Norwegian vocalist Jorn Lande (MASTERPLAN, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, ARK, THE SNAKES) has released the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "Ronnie James Dio has passed away and my sorrow runs...May 18, 2010
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DEVIN TOWNSEND, Members Of OPETH, TESTAMENT Pay Tribute To DIO On Australia's 'The Racket'
Devin Townsend (STRAPPING YOUNG LAD, STEVE VAI, LAMB OF GOD, DARKEST HOUR, GWAR),Mikael Åkerfeldt (OPETH) and Paul Bostaph (TESTAMENT, EXODUS, SLAYER, FORBIDDEN) were interviewed by Andrew Haug about the influence and legacy of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio during tonight's (Tuesday...May 18, 2010
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HADES Frontman On DIO: 'The World Darkens Further With The Passing Of Such An Icon'
Vocalist Alan Tecchio (HADES, WATCHTOWER, NON-FICTION) has released the following statement regarding the passing of legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (DIO, HEAVEN & HELL, BLACK SABBATH, RAINBOW): "Ronnie James Dio has been a huge influence on me as a singer since the '80s when I beg...May 18, 2010
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PEARL JAM Pays Tribute To RONNIE JAMES DIO
A BLABBERMOUTH.NET visitor has submitted the following report: "Just got home from the PEARL JAM show in Boston, Massachusetts. "I arrived at the [TD] Garden about 45 minutes before the opening act, BAND OF HORSES, hit the stage. I was pleasantly surprised to hear music from the entire career of Ron...May 18, 2010
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METALLICA: 'Load' Vinyl Release Pushed Back To June
The release date of the vinyl version of METALLICA's 1996 album "Load" has been postponed until June 15 from the previously announced May 18. The LP will be made available outside North America on July 5. Commented the band: "If you've been following along, you know the drill — there will be two pac...May 17, 2010
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Ex-BROKEN HOPE Guitarist: DEBBIE ABONO Was 'This Angel Who Helped Us Out So Much'
Former BROKEN HOPE guitarist Jeremy Wagner has released the following message regarding the passing of Debbie Abono, a well-respected and much-loved manager and promotional machine behind some of San Francisco Bay Area's strongest metal bands (POSSESSED, FORBIDDEN, EXODUS, VIO-LENCE, SKINLAB): "I wa...May 17, 2010
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