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Ex-TYGERS OF PAN TANG Singer Sells NEAT RECORDS To SANCTUARY
Former TYGERS OF PAN TANG frontman Jess Cox, who has spent the last several years as MD of Neat Records (incorporating Neat Metal Records & Eldethorn Records) has sold the label to Sanctuary Records. He will, however, continue with his label Edgy Records with releases through the rest of the yea...June 5, 2002
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Former NOCTURNUS Duo Enlist ex-CRIMSON GLORY Singer For New Band
Former NOCTURNUS guitarist Mike Davis and bassist/vocalist Emo Mowery have enlisted SEVEN WITCHES/ex-CRIMSON GLORY singer Wade Black for their as-yet-unnamed new project, according to an update issued by Season Of Mist Records. The new group will reportedly be "much more aggressive and versatile" th...June 4, 2002
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Former MR. BIG Guitarist Completes Work On New Solo CD
Former MR. BIG guitarist Paul Gilbert has completed work on a new solo CD, entitled Burning Organ, which is due for release on June 26th in Japan. 13 songs were reportedly tracked for the album, including opener "I Like Rock", which features "one hundred guitars all playing at the same time through...May 27, 2002
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THE HIVES Continue Bid For World Domination
Sweden's latest rock sensation THE HIVES continue their bid for world domination and have set an impressive record on the way. The recent issue of Kerrang!, sporting THE HIVES on the cover and a CD with music selected by the band, became the biggest-selling issue ever of the legendary magazine, with...May 10, 2002
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LIMP BIZKIT: New Guitarist Found?
LIMP BIZKIT have finalized a new guitarist to replace Wes Borland, according to Shoutweb. Although no official announcement has yet been made, recent unconfirmed reports suggest that former SNOT guitarist Mike Smith has been selected as Borland's replacement. Smith had previously worked with SNOT (a...May 7, 2002
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Metal/Hard Rock Album Sales In The US As Reported By SoundScan
Here are the latest sales figures for various current and catalog metal/hard rock releases in the US (in total units sold to date since the albums were issued),as reported by SoundScan for the week ending April 21st, 2002: KORN Issues: 3,047,076 KORN Follow The Leader: 3,414,717 LIMP BIZKIT Chocola...April 30, 2002
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DREAM THEATER To Issue Controversial Box Set, Embark On European Tour
On April 30th, DREAM THEATER will be issuing a limited edition box set of Live Scenes From New York, featuring the original artwork with the burning apple on both the box itself as well as the CD cover. Also included in the box is a T-shirt. The CDs will be packaged in a standard double ...April 18, 2002
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RICK RENSTROM Inks Deal With Mascot Records
American guitarist RICK RENSTROM has signed a deal with Holland's Mascot Records. Rick is a fantastic guitarist who has overcome a physical handicap to join the ranks of the top heavy metal guitarists in the world, according to an official press release from the label. RENSTROM's new album is half v...April 17, 2002
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SAVATAGE's CHRIS CAFFERY Speaks Out On Guitarist Change
SAVATAGE guitarist Chris Caffery has issued a personal statement regarding the recent departure of SEVEN WITCHES axeman Jack Frost and recruitment of former MEGADETH guitarist Al Pitrelli to the group's ranks. Says Caffery: “I want to thank Jack for a great job and a fun 10 months on the road. You a...April 11, 2002
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SAVATAGE Announce PITRELLI's Return To Group's Ranks
SAVATAGE have officially rejoined forces with former MEGADETH guitarist Al Pitrelli. As a result of this develoment, the group will no longer be requiring the services of SEVEN WITCHES axeman Jack Frost, who filled in for Pitrelli during the latter's tenure with Mustaine and co. "Me and the boys hav...April 9, 2002
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Former MEGADETH Guitarist Rejoins SAVATAGE
SAVATAGE have fired recently-recruited guitarist Jack Frost and have replaced him with returning axeman Al Pitrelli (ex-MEGADETH),according to a report posted at Brave Words. “[The SAVATAGE] guys lied to me,” Frost said. “You can't lie to the fans. “I loved playing in that band. I thought they were...April 6, 2002
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DAVE MUSTAINE Leaves MEGADETH, Group Disbands After 20 Years Together
A statement from Dave Mustaine: During the first week of January 2002, while MEGADETH was on hiatus, in Texas, I suffered an injury that caused severe nerve damage to my left arm and hand. It was diagnosed as Radial Neuropathy - specifically, a "compressed radial nerve." My doctors tell me it will t...April 3, 2002
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THE HIVES Get Bought Out!
According to Hits Daily Double, Sweden's THE HIVES will have their current and upcoming records purchased by Warner Bros. via a partnership with the group's current European/American labels Epitaph/Burning Heart Records. Warner Bros. chief Tom Whalley and Epitaph head Brett Gurewitz reportedly flew...March 29, 2002
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RITUAL CARNAGE Finalize Album Track Listing, Release Date
Japan's RITUAL CARNAGE have completed work on their third album, entitled The Birth Of Tragedy, which is due to be released through Osmose Productions on May 21st. Recorded on the mountainside of Hachioji, Japan, the CD version of the album will contain 11 songs, while the LP version and the limited...March 23, 2002
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ARMORED SAINT/FATES WARNING Bassist Joins SEVEN WITCHES
SEVEN WITCHES, featuring ex-CRIMSON GLORY vocalist Wade Black and SAVATAGE guitarist Jack Frost, have announced the addition of bassist Joey Vera (i.e. ARMORED SAINT, FATES WARNING, ENGINE) to the group's ranks. Joey will reportedly join the group on their upcoming European tour with ANNIHILATOR and...March 20, 2002
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