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CAPTAIN CUTTHROAT Releases Self-Titled EP

Boston-based quintet CAPTAIN CUTTHROAT will release its first EP in the fall. According to a press release, "the record features six songs, each with a distinct vibe, combining syncopated thrash elements of SYSTEM OF A DOWN, experimentation of Mike Patton, spooky undertones of early PINK FLOYD, and...

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MÖTLEY CRÜE Is In No Rush To Make Wrong 'The Dirt' Movie

Artisan News Service reports: It seems MÖTLEY CRÜE's movie based on the band's tell all book "The Dirt" is still moving forward. "The Dirt" is the story behind one of rock 'n' roll's most notorious bands and tells their tale of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll through the eyes of the band. ...

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RUSH Drummer Is Entertained By His Audience

RUSH drummer Neil Peart has issued the following update: "Standing backstage while the opening movie played the other night, poised to run on, sticks in hand, ear-monitors in, I found myself excited by two thoughts. I was idly pondering how I might start my solo that night (since I have been improvi...

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Original JUDAS PRIEST Singer AL ATKINS Working On Autobiography

Original JUDAS PRIEST singer Al Atkins is working on an autobiography which is to be titled "Dawn of the Metal Gods: My Life in Judas Priest & Heavy Metal". Commented Atkins: "For some time now I have wanted to write my own book about my amazing life in heavy metal. Finally that dream has come ....

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METALLICA: 'Disposable Heroes' Live Clip From Stockholm Available

Fan-filmed video footage of METALLICA performing the song "Disposable Heroes" on July 12, 2007 at Stadion in Stockholm, Sweden has been posted on YouTube. Watch the clip below. METALLICA frontman James Hetfield recently told Kerrang! magazine that producer Rick Rubin wants them to make an album as g...

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Exclusive: SEBASTIAN BACH's New Album To Feature Guest Appearance By AXL ROSE

Former SKID ROW frontman Sebastian Bach is set to release "Angel Down" on November 20, his first solo album in eight years. The 14-song "Angel Down" was produced by Roy Z (BRUCE DICKINSON, HALFORD, JUDAS PRIEST),and was recorded in July and August 2006 at Sound City studios in Hollywood, CA. The CD...

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RESISTANCE: Another New Song Posted Online

Los Angeles metallers RESISTANCE have uploaded a second new song from their forthcoming album "Patents of Control", entitled "Confessions of the Black Heart", at their MySpace page. Also available at the same location is the CD's opening track "Inhumanation". "Patents of Control" is scheduled for re...

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MÖTLEY CRÜE Bassist Pissed Off At Fan

According to ContactMusic.com, MÖTLEY CRÜE bassist Nikki Sixx was so infuriated when a bottle of urine was thrown at singer Vince Neil during a gig, he punched the fan responsible backstage after the show. Sixx stopped the concert and asked the audience to point out the person who threw the bottle,...

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EMPIRE Finishes Recording New Album

EMPIRE, the brainchild of German guitarist Rolf Munkes (MAJESTY, RAZORBACK, VANIZE),has finished recording its fourth album for a November release via Metal Heaven/Soulfood. More details will be made available soon. EMPIRE's third CD, "Raven Ride", was released in May 2006. The follow-up to 2003's...

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VINCE NEIL's 'Motley Cruise' Offically Sold Out

Vince Neil's Motley Cruise has officially sold out, according to a statement released by the cruise's organizers. "Of course, there is always a possibility that cabins will become available due to passenger cancellations or otherwise. So we have created a waiting list," the statement reads. "In an e...

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CAGE Parts Ways With Drummer, Seeks Replacement

San Diego, California-based heavy metal band CAGE has parted ways with drummer Mikey Neil. Now the search is on for a new drummer to fill the big shows that Neil leaves behind. CAGE is currently seeking the ultimate heavy metal monster drummer that has the musical chops; looks; attitude, the ultimat...

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ALICE COOPER Guitarist JASON HOOK Rocks The Axe; Video Available

Video footage of ALICE COOPER guitarist Jason Hook rocking the axe has been posted at FPE-TV. Watch the clip below. Jason has worked with many acts over the years, including BULLETBOYS, STEPHEN PEARCY and VINCE NEIL. He also has a solo album out, called "Safety Dunce", which won the L.A. Music Award...

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VINCE NEIL Joined By CARRIE UNDERWOOD In Nashville

"American Idol" star Carrie Underwood joined MÖTLEY CRÜE singer on stage this past Friday (August 10) at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville, TN for a rendition of the CRÜE classic "Kickstart My Heart". Watch fan-filmed video footage of the performance below. Fan-filmed video footage of Carrie Underwo...

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RUSH: 'Snakes & Arrows' Special 2007 UK Tour Edition Due In September

To coincide with RUSH's forthcoming UK October arena tour dates, the Canadian rock power trio will release its critically acclaimed "Snakes & Arrows" album as a "Special 2007 UK Tour Edition" comprising two discs (CD and DVD) on Monday, September 3. Comprised of "Special Tour Edition" packaging,...

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RATT Drummer Says JIZZY PEARL's Voice Didn't Fit The Band's Songs

Blasting-Zone.com recently conducted an in-depth interview with RATT drummer Bobby Blotzer. Several excerpts follow: Blasting-Zone.com: How has the tour (with POISON and VAINS OF JENNA) gone thus far? Have the audience reactions been as positive as you'd hoped? Bobby Blotzer: "The tour has been amaz...