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VOIVOD: Family And Friends Say Final Goodbye To PIGGY
Former VOIVOD members Jean-Yves Theriault (a.k.a. Blacky) and Eric Forrest were among the attendees at the funeral services for VOIVOD guitarist Denis "Piggy" D'Amour, who died last Friday (Aug. 26) in a Montreal hospital from complications of advanced colon cancer. The services were held Thursday m...September 2, 2005
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COLD: Overcoming Pain
Launch Radio Networks reports: COLD released its fourth album, "A Different Kind of Pain", on Tuesday (Aug. 30) and its arrival marks the end of a dark period in the life of lead singer Scooter Ward. The vocalist was struggling with several personal problems before making the record, but he told Lau...September 1, 2005
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VOIVOD To Return To Studio This Month To Complete 'Definitive' New Album
VOIVOD singer Denis "Snake" Belanger has told the Quebec newspaper Le Soleil that the band will return to the recording studio in late September to resume work on their 14th album, tentatively due in early 2006 via The End Records. Only hours before he slipped into a coma last week due to complicati...September 1, 2005
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Former CANCER Guitarist Pays Tribute To VOIVOD's PIGGY
Former CANCER guitarist Rob Engvikson (currently in DANELAW) has issued the following statement regarding the passing of VOIVOD guitarist Denis "Piggy" D'Amour: "I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Denis 'Piggy' D'Amour from VOIVOD. VOIVOD is a band I've always loved from the early days of...August 31, 2005
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ROADKILL Singer Dies Of Cancer
Singer Marco Hendriks of the Dutch heavy metal band ROADKILL passed away on August 16 at age 36. Hendriks was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. ROADKILL's debut album, "Merlin", was released in early 2005. The group had previously contributed to several compilations in addition to issuing an...August 30, 2005
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VOIVOD's PIGGY: Funeral Services Scheduled
A viewing for late VOIVOD guitarist Denis "Piggy" D'Amour will be held at the following location/times: St-Dominique Church 2551, rue Saint-Dominique, Jonquière, Quebec Canada G7X 6J6 Tél. : 418-547-4704 Tuesday, August 30: 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 31: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; 7:00 p...August 29, 2005
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PIG DESTROYER Guitarist: News Of PIGGY's Passing Is 'Absolutely Crushing'
AGORAPHOBIC NOSEBLEED/PIG DESTROYER guitarist Scott Hull has issued the following statement regarding the passing of VOIVOD guitarist Denis "Piggy" D'Amour: "I can't think of a band that has meant more to me for as long as VOIVOD has. The news of Piggy passing away from colon cancer on Friday, Augus...August 29, 2005
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AEROSMITH Frontman Throws His Name Behind 'Conquer Cancer' Campaign
According to The Boston Globe, AEROSMITH frontman Steven Tyler is throwing his name behind a campaign to get a "Conquer Cancer" license plate approved in the state. Tyler was at the Marshfield Fair this past weekend helping to collect signatures. As previously reported, Tyler lent his vocals to the...August 24, 2005
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Former MEGADETH Guitarist JEFF YOUNG's 'Deth And Life Experiences
During the late eighties at the tender age of 21, classically trained guitarist Jeff Young stepped into the metal world as lead guitarist for the legendary band MEGADETH. Jeff's highlight performances on the group's 1987 "So Far, So Good... So What!" album and tours astounded MEGA-fans and guitar af...August 24, 2005
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MÖTLEY CRÜE's NIKKI SIXX Launches 'Running Wild In The Night'
MÖTLEY CRÜE founder and bassist Nikki Sixx knows first-hand what it's like to have to fend for yourself on the streets, which is why he has launched "Running Wild in the Night", a fundraising initiative for Covenant House. Covenant House provides services in 21 cities, 15 in the U.S., to homeless an...August 23, 2005
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IRON MAIDEN Pelted With Eggs During OZZFEST; SHARON OSBOURNE Calls BRUCE DICKINSON A 'Prick'
BLABBERMOUTH.NET has received a number of e-mails regarding last night's (August 20) Ozzfest concert in Devore (near San Bernardino),California, which reportedly included an on-stage appearance following IRON MAIDEN's set by Sharon Osbourne during which she called MAIDEN vocalist Bruce Dickinson a...August 21, 2005
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Legendary Drummer CARLO LITTLE Passes Away
According to Deep-Purple.net, legendary 1960s rock'n roll drummer Carlo Little sadly passed away on Saturday, August 6 after a bravely fought battle with lung cancer. Carlo had strong roots in the DEEP PURPLE family tree, having played with Ritchie Blackmore and Nick Simper in SCREAMING LORD SUTCH'S...August 14, 2005
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COLD: 'Happens All The Time' Video Posted Online
COLD's video for their new single, "Happens All the Time", has been posted online at RollingStone.com. "Happens All the Time" is the first single off the Florida-based band's upcoming fourth album, "A Different Kind Of Pain", which is due out on August 30. COLD frontman Scooter Ward recently told La...August 3, 2005
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More Information Revealed About PETE WELLS ROCK 'N' ROLL OUTLAW Benefit Concert
Contrary to the information previously posted on ROSE TATTOO's official web site, Jimmy Barnes and Doc Neeson's RED PHOENIX will NOT be appearing at the upcoming benefit concert for ROSE TATTOO founding member and guitarist, Pete Wells, which is scheduled to be held September 7 at the Enmore Theater...July 31, 2005
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Benefit Concert For ROSE TATTOO Guitarist Scheduled For September
A benefit concert for ROSE TATTOO founding member and guitarist, Pete Wells, will be held on September 7 at the Enmore Theater in Sydney, Australia. Scheduled performers include JIMMY BARNES, DOC NEESON'S RED PHOENIX, THE ORIGINAL ANGELS BAND and NOISEWORKS. More details will be made available soon....July 30, 2005
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