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Ex-JUDAS PRIEST Singer RIPPER Records Cover Of 'Exciter' For Tribute CD
Former JUDAS PRIEST and current ICED EARTH/BEYOND FEAR singer Tim "Ripper" Owens laid down his vocals on a cover version of PRIEST's "Exciter" at Diamond Recording and Productions in Houston, Texas for an upcoming PRIEST tribute CD. Owens was accompanied by Bobby Blotzer (RATT, co-owner of the Diamo...February 21, 2007
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COMPOS MENTIS Announces New Keyboardist
Danish death metal band COMPOS MENTIS has announced the addition of keyboardist Rune Klausen to the group's ranks. "Rune will take over as keyboardist after our longtime member and friend Bo recently stepped out of the band due to the fact that he could no longer spare the necessary time for the ban...February 21, 2007
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THE MEADS OF ASPHODEL, THUS DEFILED To Join Forces For Split CD
England's THE MEADS OF ASPHODEL and THUS DEFILED will join forces for a split CD later in the year. Both bands will include an exclusive new recording on the effort as well as several cover versions. The track listing is expected to be as follows: THUS DEFILED: 01. (intro piece) 02. (new track exclu...February 21, 2007
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ANTHRAX Guitarist SCOTT IAN Gets Tattooed by PAUL BOOTH; Video Available
In the latest episode of "Black 13", ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian gets a tattoo from the master of dark images, Paul Booth. Get an inside look at Paul's amazing new studio in Manhattan while Scott tells entertaining stories about some well-known people in the music business. Watch the episode now at...February 21, 2007
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THERION Mainman On Musical Experimentation: 'The Only Rule Is That I'll Have To Like It'
Norway's Metal Express Radio recently conducted an interview with THERION mainman Christofer Johnsson. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: Metal Express Radio: How were the sales of your latest DVD package? Christofer Johnsson: I don't have any figures in my hands, but it was a little bit les...February 21, 2007
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YYRKOON Frontman 'Reconsidering' His Position In Band
French thrash/death metallers YYRKOON appear to be on the verge of breaking up after guitarist/vocalist Stephane Souteyrand "lost his motivation" for the group. In a statement released today (Wednesday, February 21),Souteyrand writes, "Since [we came] back from European tour with NILE, I have to ad...February 21, 2007
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DIAMOND HEAD: 'What's In Your Head?' Track Listing Revealed
The following update has been posted on the web site of the NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) legends DIAMOND HEAD: "Well, the new album has now been completed and we at DH HQ are lucky enough to have heard the final version. What can I say?! As a biased and avid DH fan, ...February 18, 2007
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DAVID LEE ROTH Talks To Rolling Stone Magazine About VAN HALEN Reunion
RollingStone.com has posted a couple of short excerpts from an exclusive interview it conducted with VAN HALEN singer David Lee Roth about burying the ax with Eddie Van Halen, playing the old favorites with a different attitude and the possibility of a permanent VH reunion. The interview will appear...February 15, 2007
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COMPOS MENTIS: 'Gehennesis' Danish Release Date Announced
Danish death metal band COMPOS MENTIS will release its second album, "Gehennesis", on March 26 via Mighty Music. A wider European release is expected in June. "Gehennesis" was recorded at ZigZound studio (NAPALM DEATH, ILLDISPOSED, MERCENARY, HATESPHERE, etc.) and contains the following tracks: 01....February 15, 2007
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DIAMOND HEAD: More Dates Announced
NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) legends DIAMOND HEAD have lined up the following dates: Apr. 14 - Tauberfrankenhalle - Lauda-Königshofen, GER (Keep It True VIII) Apr. 19 - The Robin - Wolverhampton, UK (w/ DEMON) Apr. 21 - The Twist - Colchester, UK Apr. 28 - Sottosopra Rock Club - Padova,...February 13, 2007
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UFO Drummer Forced To Sit Out Tour; DIO's SIMON WRIGHT Steps In
Legendary hard rockers UFO have issued the following update: "We are very sorry to announce that last Wednesday Andy Parker [drums] broke his ankle by slipping on a wet floor. After two hospital appointments Andy had surgery today and now has a plate and some screws in his ankle. Needless to say, he...February 12, 2007
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METAL CHURCH: More Shows Cancelled
According to a posting on METAL CHURCH's official web site, the band expects to resume its North American tour around February 16 following drummer Jeff Plate's recent disc flare-up. As a result, the following shows have also been cancelled: Feb. 10 - Yucaipa, CA Feb. 11 - Mexicali, Mexico Feb. 12 -...February 12, 2007
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METAL CHURCH: No Replacement Drummer Needed
METAL CHURCH has issued the following statement: "There have been rumors that METAL CHURCH has found a replacement drummer to take over while Jeff [Plate] recovers from his recent disc flare-up. These rumors are untrue; the band will not be using a replacement drummer and are hoping to re-start up t...February 7, 2007
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ROB HALFORD On New JUDAS PRIEST CD: 'We're A Long Way From The Finishing Line'
Sweden's Metalshrine conducted an interview with JUDAS PRIEST frontman Rob Halford on January 30, 2007. A few excerpts from the chat follow: Metalshrine: I was watching the video for [the new HALFORD song] "Forgotten Generation" on YouTube and there's a lot of disturbing images with police violence...February 6, 2007
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ANTHRAX Guitarist Shopping 'Rock-Themed' TV Pilot
ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian and New York City club owner Mike Diamond — who started Snitch, Pangaea and Vela, and who recently partnered with Ian to launch Retox — are shopping a rock-themed pilot to the networks, according to Michael Starr of the New York Post. No further information is currently a...February 5, 2007