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ARCH ENEMY to Release Mini-DVD: Producer
Metal producer extraordinaire Andy Sneap (ARCH ENEMY, NEVERMORE, OPETH, MACHINE HEAD, SKINLAB) has posted the following update on his web site: "New studio is working out great, things have been pretty constant and just finished new KILLSWITCH ENGAGE album. Did the new BLAZE album at the start of th...March 30, 2004
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LILLIAN AXE: Longtime Singer RON TAYLOR Leaves The Fold
LILLIAN AXE have officially parted ways with vocalist Ron Taylor. The following is guitarist Steve Blaze's statement on the matter: "Hello everyone. I would like to take this time to announce the truth about the rumors that Ron Taylor, vocalist for LILLIAN AXE, is leaving the band. "After 15 years o...March 25, 2004
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BUCKETHEAD Out Of GUNS N' ROSES?
Rumors of guitarist Buckethead's departure from GUNS N' ROSES have gained strength in the recent weeks, with many speculating that GNR singer Axl Rose's alleged decision to resume taking guitar lessons will result in him taking on some of the guitar duties himself during the band's upcoming live per...March 16, 2004
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GRIP INC.'s WALDEMAR SORYCHTA: We Never Split Up
GRIP INC. guitarist Waldemar Sorychta recently spoke to Denmark's Metal Reference about the four-year break between the band's current release, "Incorporated", and its predecessor, 1999's "Solidify". Asked about the Internet reports that the band had split up, Waldemar said, "We hadn't split up. The...March 10, 2004
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JOSH HOMME: NICK OLIVERI Wanted To Be The Next SID VICIOUS
QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE frontman Josh Homme has given a lengthy interview to MTV.com about his decision to fire bassist Nick Oliveri from the group. Regarding the speculation that rampant drug use was responsible for Oliveri's removal, Homme said "Our whole band is full of hard partiers. We have put...March 9, 2004
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MISTRESS OF REALITY Drummer Not In Line To Join STRATOVARIUS
Despite published reports to the contrary, there is no truth to the rumors that Simona Bressi, the drummer for the Los Angeles-based BLACK SABBATH cover band MISTRESS OF REALITY, is in line to fill the vacant drummer slot in STRATOVARIUS. The rumor that Bressi might be joining STRATOVARIUS first ori...March 8, 2004
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SENTENCED Frontman To Take Over Vocal Duties In POISONBLACK
SENTENCED frontman Ville Laihiala has taken over the lead vocal duties in his side-project POISONBLACK following the departure of CHARON singer Juha-Pekka Leppäluoto. Laihiala's decision to handle the vocals himself comes less than a month after reports surfaced that the group's new singer would be...March 8, 2004
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CHASTAIN Secure Japanese Major Label Deal For New Album
CHASTAIN have secured a major-label deal in Japan with EMI/Toshiba for the release of their eighth studio album, entitled "In An Outrage". A June release is expected. The group's first CD since 1997's "In Dementia" will receive a U.S. release through Leviathan Records. CHASTAIN's latest album featur...March 7, 2004
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WARRANT Guitarist Talks About JANI LANE's Departure
In a brand-new interview with Glam-Metal.com, WARRANT guitarist Erik Turner was asked if there is any truth to the rumors that vocalist Jani Lane left the band because Erik and bassist Jerry Dixon were so persistent about getting original guitarist Joey Allen back into the group. "No, there's no tru...March 7, 2004
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DAVE MUSTAINE Addresses MEGADETH 'Reunion' Rumors
MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine has once again addressed the possibility of a reunion of the "Rust In Peace" lineup. Writing to the band's official forum, Mustaine said, "One question that keeps coming up that I have already answered, but still remains, is the reunion. "People, it is not going to hap...March 7, 2004
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Guitarist MATT DIFABIO Quits PISSING RAZORS
Guitarist Matt Difabio has officially left PISSING RAZORS. The split was due to "nothing personal so don't any of you start any crazy rumors," Matt writes in a posting to the band's web site. "The travel for rehearsal with the band and the fact that I cant be in El Paso all that often was ...March 5, 2004
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IMPALER To Release DVD In April
'80s shock-rock band IMPALER have set an April 2 release date through Root Of All Evil Records/Vlad Productions for their upcoming DVD, "Impaler - 20 Years Undead". The DVD "chronicles the band from 1983 to present and will feature a full-length concert from the 'Old School Ghouls' tour in 2002, sev...March 5, 2004
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ANTHRAX Comment On FRANK BELLO's Departure
ANTHRAX drummer Charlie Benante and guitarist Scott Ian have issued separate statements confirming the departure of bassist Frank Bello. What follows are Charlie and Scott's statements in their entirety: Charlie Benante: "Hey everyone in Anthraxland, I know things are getting out of control and I wa...March 4, 2004
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EDDIE TRUNK 'Confirms' FRANK BELLO's Departure From ANTHRAX
New York hard rock radio personality Eddie Trunk has posted the following message on his web site, EddieTrunk.com: "Getting lots of emails about rumors of Frank Bello and ANTHRAX separating. Many of you know Frank is a close friend of mine for many years and has been on my show often, most recently...March 3, 2004
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Rumor Rundown Of The Day: NINE INCH NAILS, ANTHRAX, SKID ROW
The following are unconfirmed rumors that should be taken with a grain of salt: Rumor #1: NINE INCH NAILS mastermind Trent Reznor is said to have begun a new project with Ian Astbury of THE CULT/THE DOORS fame. Several songs have reportedly been completed, and Trent and engineer Leo Herrera are said...March 3, 2004
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