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ADRIAN VANDENBERG: EDDIE VAN HALEN Was 'Without A Doubt One Of The Absolute Greatest And Most Influential Musicians Of All Time'
Former WHITESNAKE guitarist Adrian Vandenberg has paid tribute to Eddie Van Halen, who died on Tuesday (October 6) at the age of 65. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist died at St. John's Hospital in Santa Monica, California. His wife, Janie, was by his side, along with his son, Wolfgang, and Alex, Ed...October 7, 2020
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Ex-VAN HALEN Bassist MICHAEL ANTHONY Is 'Heartbroken' Over EDDIE VAN HALEN's Death
Ex-VAN HALEN bassist Michael Anthony has reacted to the passing of Eddie Van Halen. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist died earlier today (Tuesday, October 6) at the age of 65. His death was confirmed by his son, and VAN HALEN bassist, Wolfgang Van Halen. Anthony took to his Instagram to share a few...October 6, 2020
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Rockers React To Passing Of EDDIE VAN HALEN
Paul Stanley (KISS),Gene Simmons (KISS),David Coverdale (WHITESNAKE),Neal Schon (JOURNEY),Richie Faulkner (JUDAS PRIEST) and Flea (RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS) are among the rockers who have reacted on social media to the passing of Eddie Van Halen. The legendary VAN HALEN guitarist died earlier today...October 6, 2020
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JUDAS PRIEST's ROB HALFORD On His Public Indecency Arrest: 'It's Something I Have To Talk About'
In his new autobiography "Confess", JUDAS PRIEST's Rob Halford revealed that he was once arrested for cruising Venice Beach toilets (in a case of police entrapment) in search of sex, yet the cops didn't release the information to the media because they were PRIEST fans. The incident took place six y...October 5, 2020
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STRYPER Releases Music Video For 'Divider'
The official music video for "Divider", the new single from openly Christian hard rockers STRYPER, can be seen below. The song is taken from the band's latest album, "Even The Devil Believes", which was released on September 4 via Frontiers Music Srl. STRYPER comments: "We are so amazed at the respo...October 5, 2020
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MICHAEL SWEET Once Again Defends KISS Against DEE SNIDER's Criticism: 'It's Really None Of His Business' What They Do
STRYPER frontman Michael Sweet has once again defended KISS after Dee Snider criticized Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons for having current KISS members Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer dress up as Peter Criss's and Ace Frehley's respective "Spaceman" and "Catman" personas. In a recent interview with the "...October 5, 2020
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Supreme Court Declines To Hear Copyright Dispute Between LED ZEPPELIN And SPIRIT Over 'Stairway To Heaven'
The Supreme Court has declined to hear the copyright dispute over whether LED ZEPPELIN's classic song "Stairway To Heaven" was a rip-off of SPIRIT's "Taurus". In August, the estate of Randy "California" Wolfe filed a petition for a writ of certiorari asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a March...October 5, 2020
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JAMES MICHAEL: 'There's Some Incredible New SIXX:A.M. Music That's Waiting In The Wings'
James Michael spoke to Andy Hall of the Des Moines, Iowa radio station Lazer 103.3 about the possibility of new music from SIXX:A.M., which consists of James, MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx and guitarist DJ Ashba. SIXX:A.M.'s latest release was a reworked version of its song "Maybe It's Time", which...October 3, 2020
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BOB KULICK's Cause Of Death Revealed
Former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick has revealed his brother Bob's cause of death. Bob, who was an acclaimed artist in his own right, died on May 28 at the age of 70. Earlier today, Bruce posted the following statement on his social media: "Many of you have asked how my brother died. I didn't have th...October 2, 2020
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ORIANTHI Releases Music Video For New Single 'Impulsive'
Australian guitarist Orianthi (ALICE COOPER, RSO, Michael Jackson) has released the official music video for her new single called "Impulsive". The track is taken from her first new studio album in seven years and her first new music as a solo artist in six years, "O", due on November 6 via Frontier...October 2, 2020
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CHERIE CURRIE Teams Up With DAVE SCHULZ For Cover Of 'What The World Needs Now Is Love'
Former RUNAWAYS vocalist Cherie Currie has released a cover of one of her all-time favorite songs, "What The World Needs Now Is Love". The official music video for the track, featuring Cherie and an all-star band, all filmed separately in quarantine, can be seen below. This timeless classic — writte...October 2, 2020
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'Spinal Tap' Virtual Reunion To Benefit Pennsylvania Democrats
Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Rob Reiner, the creators of the iconic mockumentary film "This Is Spinal Tap", will reunite virtually on October 14 at a fundraiser for Pennsylvania Democrats. Hosted by Patton Oswalt, the event is being put together by the same organizers of the...October 2, 2020
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MEGADETH's DAVID ELLEFSON Taps AL JOURGENSEN, CHARLIE BENANTE For Cover Of CHEAP TRICK's 'Auf Wiedersehen': Teaser Video
ELLEFSON, the solo band of MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson, will release its covers album, "No Cover", on November 20 via earMUSIC (Europe) and Ward Records (Japan). The effort will be made available in conjunction with Ellefson's revived Combat Records, which will issue the album in North America v...October 1, 2020
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WOLFGANG VAN HALEN Pays Tribute To Original VAN HALEN Bassist MARK STONE: 'He Was A Wonderful Man'
Wolfgang Van Halen has paid tribute to VAN HALEN's original bass player, Mark Stone, who died on Saturday (September 26) after a battle with cancer. According to Van Halen News Desk, Stone had been under hospice care recently. Earlier today, Wolfgang tweeted: "Heartbreaking news to hear of Mark's pa...September 27, 2020
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METAL CHURCH's KURDT VANDERHOOF To Release 'Brainchild' Solo Album In Early 2021
METAL CHURCH's Kurdt Vanderhoof will release his new solo album, "Brainchild", in early 2021. In a new interview with Pete Pardo of Sea Of Tranquility, the guitarist described the LP, which was completed two years ago, as "a personal challenge — just something I wanted to do. It's just '70s old-scho...September 27, 2020
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