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New Photos Show KURT COBAIN Suicide Gun

Seattle police has released photographs of the shotgun that Kurt Cobain used when he committed suicide nearly 22 years ago. The five pictures show detective Michael Ciesynski holding the shotgun in various positions. The police re-examined the NIRVANA frontman's case two years ago in advance of medi...

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GENE SIMMONS: 'I Am Looking Forward To The Death Of Rap'

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has told Rolling Stone in a new interview that he is not a hip-hop fan. "I am looking forward to the death of rap," he said. "I'm looking forward to music coming back to lyrics and melody, instead of just talking. A song, as far as I'm concerned, is ...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET Talks About Feelings Of Guilt Over Pursuing Solo Career

STRYPER frontman Michael Sweet was interviewed by rock journalist Mitch Lafon for a recent edition of the "One On One With Mitch Lafon" podcast (Facebook page). You can now listen to the chat using the Spreaker widget below. Asked if he ever feels a sense of guilt when he does either a solo ...

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HIM's VILLE VALO Sings ABBA's 'Knowing Me Knowing You' On MGT Album

British guitarist Mark Gemini Thwaite, MGT for short, has signed with Hanover record imprint SPV and is scheduled to release his first solo album, "Volumes", at the end of June. The lead single, "Knowing Me Knowing You", a cover version of the ABBA classic featuring guest vocalist Ville Valo of HIM,...

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DANGER DANGER Singer TED POLEY Releases 'Higher' Music Video

Frontiers Music Srl will release of Ted Poley's new solo album, "Beyond The Fade", on May 13. Best known as lead vocalist for melodic rock masters DANGER DANGER, Ted Poley is also an accomplished solo artist, having released two acclaimed releases, "Collateral Damage" (2006) and "Smile" (2007). The...

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PEARL JAM's EDDIE VEDDER Writes About His Love For THE WHO

According to The Pulse Of Radio, PEARL JAM frontman Eddie Vedder wrote about his well-documented love for THE WHO in a new article for Rolling Stone, penned in honor of the band as it celebrates its 50th year with a new tour. Vedder wrote: "THE WHO began as spectacle. They became spectacular. Early...

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Former BLUE MURDER Keyboardist NIK GREEN Dies After Battle With Cancer

Ex-BLUE MURDER keyboardist Nik Green died last night after a battle with cancer. His passing was confirmed in a tweet from former BLUE MURDER bassist Tony Franklin, who called the keyboardist "a gentle soul and huge talent." He added in a separate tweet: "[Nik's] contribution to BLUE MURDER was huge...

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PEARL JAM To Give Away Earplugs On Upcoming Tour

According to The Pulse Of Radio, PEARL JAM and its fan club, Ten Club, are teaming with MusiCares to educate concertgoers about the dangers of hearing loss. Fans who visit the MusiCares table at each of PEARL JAM's shows on its upcoming 2016 U.S. tour can pick up a pair of limited-edition PJ X MusiC...

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KEITH EMERSON Feared He Could No Longer Perform Perfectly For His Fans, Says His Girlfriend

Keith Emerson's girlfriend has told U.K.'s Daily Mail that the EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER keyboardist killed himself because he was concerned about the nerve damage to his right hand which had affected his playing. Mari Kawaguchi found the 71-year-old musician's dead body around 1:30 a.m. Friday aft...

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EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER Keyboardist KEITH EMERSON Dies

EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER keyboardist Keith Emerson has died at the age of 71. His passing was confirmed in a post on the band's Facebook page and official web site. The statement reads: "We regret to announce that Keith Emerson died last night at his home in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, aged 71. We...

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RIVAL SONS: New Song 'Hollow Bones Pt. 1' Available For Streaming

Long Beach, California's RIVAL SONS have released a brand new track from their recently announced new album, "Hollow Bones". The first single, "Hollow Bones Pt. 1", is hitting the airwaves today and can be heard right now below. The track is also included as an instant download for everyone who pre-...

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DEEP PURPLE: Thirteen New Songs 'All But Finished Except For Vocals'

Legendary British hard rockers DEEP PURPLE entered a Nashville, Tennesse studio on January 28 to begin work on their follow-up to 2013's "Now What?!" album. The CD is once again being helmed by Bob Ezrin, who has previously worked with KISS, PINK FLOYD, PETER GABRIEL, ALICE COOPER and KANSAS, among...

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Video: THE CULT Performs In Dublin

Fan-filmed video footage of THE CULT's March 5 performance at Vicar Street in Dublin, Ireland can be seen in the YouTube playlist below. THE CULT's tenth studio album, "Hidden City", was released on February 5 via Cooking Vinyl. The follow-up to 2012's "Choice Of Weapon" was written by singer Ian As...

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BLACK STONE CHERRY: EPK For 'Kentucky' Album

An EPK (Electronic Press Kit) for "Kentucky", the fifth studio album from Kentucky rockers BLACK STONE CHERRY, is available below. Due on April 1 via Mascot Label Group, the CD was recorded at Barrick Recording in Glasgow, Kentucky. Taking a "back-to-the-roots" approach, the effort was produced in t...

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ANVIL's LIPS Offers Advice To New Bands: 'If You Expect To Make Money, Quit Now'

In a new interview with music writer Joel Gausten, ANVIL singer/guitarist Steve "Lips" Kudlow discusses a number of topics, including the band's new album, "Anvil Is Anvil", crowdfunding and the lasting effects of the now-legendary 2008 documentary "Anvil! The Story of Anvil". An excerpt appears fol...