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Necropolis

VADER certainly has made the major metal label rounds these last several years, jumping from long-time home Metal Blade to Regain and back to another heavyweight in Nuclear Blast. But that's not the only thing that has changed in the Polish legends' camp. Joining guitarist/vocalist Piotr Wiwczarek o...

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Infidel

War, what is it good for? Lyrical inspiration for metal bands, that's what. Just ask AT WAR, what some might call the JUNGLE ROT of thrash metal. Sensing the time was right in this era of the old-is-new-again thrash resurgence, Virginia's AT WAR finally follows up its 1988 release "Retaliatory Strik...

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BIBLEBLACK Parts Ways With Drummer, Announces Replacement

BIBLEBLACK, the new Swedish band featuring members of KING DIAMOND and MEMORY GARDEN, has parted ways with drummer Tobhias Ljung and has replaced him with Staffan Lundholm (CIRCLE OF CHAOS). The group is currently rehearsing for upcoming shows in Finland and Sweden. BIBLEBLACK's debut album, "The Bl...

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ELEXORIEN Parts Ways With Singer

Dutch "epic battle metal" band ELEXORIEN has parted ways with vocalist Iné Zijlstra. The group states, "Due to personal differences, we no longer feel we are a solid unit, and we were left with no other choice but to go separate ways." Iné comments: "Although it hurts inside, I've made the decision...

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SHADOW GALLERY: New 'Digital Ghosts' Trailers Posted Online

SHADOW GALLERY, widely considered a major and innovative force within the realms of progressive rock and metal, have returned with their sixth studio effort, "Digital Ghosts". Following up 2005's "Room V" as well as the "Prime Cuts" compilation release of material from previous albums in 2007, "Digi...

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PETER CRISS Comments On KISS' Nomination For Induction Into ROCK HALL

Former KISS drummer Peter Criss has commented on the band's nomination for induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. He writes on his web site, "I would like to thank the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame for the nomination and recognition of the original KISS. As a founding member, I am deeply ...

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AL JOURGENSEN's New Collaboration With MARK THWAITE To Celebrate Memory Of PAUL RAVEN

While his prodigal step-child REVCO (REVOLTING COCKS) is out on the North American LuBriCaTouR promoting the upcoming 13th Planet release "Sex-O MiXXX-O", MINISTRY's Al Jourgensen has hooked up with guitarist Mark Thwaite (MISSION UK, PETER MURPHY, TRICKY, MOB RESEARCH) in the studio, collaborating...

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DARK TRANQUILLITY: Another Audio Track From Forthcoming CD/DVD Posted Online

A live recording of "Therein", taken from DARK TRANQUILLITY's forthcoming "Where Death Is Most Alive" CD/DVD, is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page. "Where Death Is Most Alive" is scheduled for release on October 26 in Europe and November 17 in North America via Century Media Records...

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SAVATAGE: CRISS OLIVA Guitar Effects Unit Being Auctioned

An Ibanez DM1100 guitar effects unit that once belonged to late SAVATAGE guitarist Criss Oliva is being auctioned via eBay. A description of the item reads as follows: "The unit has been thoroughly tested and it works perfectly but shows obvious wear from being on many SAVATAGE world tours. It's mis...

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RAVEN: New Audio Interview With JOHN GALLAGHER Posted Online

Bassist/vocalist John Gallagher of the legendary British/American heavy metal trio RAVEN was interviewed on the September 13 one-year-anniversary edition of the "Heavy Metal Mayhem" show on Blogtalkradio.com. The program is now available for streaming using the player below. RAVEN performed on Augus...

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GENE SIMMONS On Previous Bandmembers: 'When You Defile KISS, You Should Be Thrown Out'

Adam Graham of Detroit News recently conducted an interview with KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons. A few excerpts from the chat follow below. On the band's current lineup vs. the original lineup: "(People say) family is the most important thing. Actually, no, it's not. Love, respect and discipline...

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DUFF MCKAGAN, SULLY ERNA, BILLY DUFFY, EVAN SEINFELD To Appear At 'Biggest Tattoo Show On Earth

Duff McKagan (VELVET REVOLVER, GUNS N' ROSES),Evan Seinfeld (BIOHAZARD),Sully Erna (GODSMACK),Billy Duffy (THE CULT) and Jerry Cantrell (ALICE IN CHAINS) are among the musicians who are scheduled to appear at Biggest Tattoo Show on Earth, a convention that will bring a potent mixture of rock, art...

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THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER's 'Deflorate' Cracks U.S. Top 50

"Deflorate", the new album from Michigan's THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, sold around 12,000 copies in the United States in its first week of release to debut at position No. 43 on The Billboard 200 chart. Released on September 15 via Metal Blade Records, "Deflorate" boasts THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER's brand...

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METALLICA, AC/DC, AEROSMITH Performances Featured On 'Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Live' DVD Set

On October 20, 2009, Time Life commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame with an unprecedented, comprehensive collection of performances compiled from a quarter century of induction celebrations. The "Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Live" DVD collection boasts 125 remarkable per...

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SHADOW GALLERY: New Singer Announced; 'Digital Ghosts' Album Details Revealed

SHADOW GALLERY, widely considered a major and innovative force within the realms of progressive rock and metal, have returned with their sixth studio effort, "Digital Ghosts". Following up 2005's "Room V" as well as the "Prime Cuts" compilation release of material from previous albums in 2007, "Digi...