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VAN HALEN Drummer Says New Songs Are 'Absolutely Brilliant'
Steve Penhollow of The Journal Gazette reports that VAN HALEN is a volatile band, and drummer Alex Van Halen is the first to admit it. "We're volatile only to the extent that we're as good of friends as we are," Van Halen said in a phone interview. "It's because we are so intense. ...November 8, 2004
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Former DIAMOND REXX Drummer Launches New Project
Former DIAMOND REXX drummer Billy Nychay has emerged with a new project based out of San Diego, Ca. Dubbed BENT, the new band has been described as "a cross between KORN and STAIND with the commercial hooks," according to a press release. BENT have begun pre-production in San Diego and are currently...November 5, 2004
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MEGADETH AND EXODUS In Anaheim, CA: Review, Live Photos Posted Online
OnTrackMagazine.com has posted several photos of MEGADETH and EXODUS performing live in Anaheim, CA on October 25. Also included is a review of the show. Check it out at this location. An excerpt from the review follows: "As for [MEGADETH's] current line-up they came across without a hitch. Bassist...November 3, 2004
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SHADOWS FALL Toys With 'Dangerous' Cover Tune
SHADOWS FALL vocalist Brian Fair recently explained to ElectricBasement.com why the band chose to cover the DANGEROUS TOYS song "Teasin' Pleasin'" for the Japanese version of their new album, "The War Within". "I've been a huge fan of that band since I was young," he said. "One time when we were out...November 2, 2004
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BEHEMOTH Confirmed For KING DIAMOND U.S. Tour
Polish black metallers BEHEMOTH have been confirmed for the upcoming KING DIAMOND/NILE/THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER tour happening in April of 2005. The tour follows their January/February co-headlining run with SUFFOCATION. Here's what Nergal (guitars/vocals) had to say: "Hey f(r)iends! We’re touring Eu...November 1, 2004
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GRIFFIN: New Album To Be Mixed By KING DIAMOND Guitarist
Norwegian metallers GRIFFIN will enter Godt Selskap studios in Trondheim, Norway before the end of the year to begin recording their fourth full-length album, tentatively due next spring/summer via FaceFront Records. The follow-up to last year's "No Holds Barred" will be mixed by Andy LaRoque (KING...October 31, 2004
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Guitar Autographed By OZZY, PRIEST, SLAYER, SLIPKNOT To Be Auctioned Off For Charity
One-of-a-kind Schecter Diamond Series C-1 guitar custom-made for Guitars4Kids charity and autographed by many of the Ozzfest 2004 bands, including OZZY OSBOURNE (signed on the front "God bless you all, Ozzy Osbourne"),JUDAS PRIEST, SLAYER, SLIPKNOT, and BLACK LABEL SOCIETY (on the back of the body...October 29, 2004
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DEICIDE Joined By Former CANNIBAL CORPSE Guitarist For European Tour
On the eve of their forthcoming European tour, DEICIDE have been forced to rearrange the first three dates whilst last minute stand-in Jack Owen (formerly of CANNIBAL CORPSE) gets up to speed with the formidable DEICIDE back catalogue in order to fill in on live guitar duties. Showing true death met...October 28, 2004
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OZZY OSBOURNE's Former Maid In Theft Row
DailyRecord.co.uk is reporting that Ozzy Osbourne's former housekeeper has been charged with stealing from his L.A. mansion. His daughter Kelly's underwear and an £18,056 diamond ring belonging to her sister Aimee are alleged to have been pinched by Juana Zavala, 52. Zavala's husband Jamie claims th...October 28, 2004
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KING DIAMOND, NILE, THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER: U.S. Tour Dates Announced
KING DIAMOND, NILE and THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER will be teaming up for a U.S. tour beginning in April 2005. Confirmed dates so far are as follows: Apr. 14 - Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room Apr. 15 - Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House Of Blues Apr. 16 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade ...October 26, 2004
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KING DIAMOND And MERCYFUL FATE 'Retro' DVDs On The Way
KING DIAMOND frontman/namesake recently gave a lengthy interview to Metal Sludge as part of the web site's weekly "20 Questions With..." feature. A couple of excerpts from the interview follow: Metal Sludge: What are you currently up to? Briefly plug whatever it is you have to plug so we can get go...October 26, 2004
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THOR Stars In 'Murder At The Presidio' With LOU DIAMOND PHILIPS and JASON PRIESTLY
Canadian hard rock legend Thor the Rock Warrior (a.k.a. Jon Mikl Thor) continues to flex his acting muscles and stretch his hard rock career into the world of film and television. Thor is currently filming "Murder at the Presidio" with Lou Diamond Philips and Jason Priestly in Victoria, British Colu...October 19, 2004
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MEGADETH: More 'Blackmail the Universe Tour' Dates Announced
More dates have been announced for MEGADETH's "Blackmail the Universe Tour", which is scheduled to begin October 23 in Reno. NV. All dates will include EARSHOT and EXODUS except where noted. Confirmed dates so far are as follows: Oct. 23 - Reno, NV @ Reno Hilton * Oct. 24 - Las Vegas, NV @ The ...October 19, 2004
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Drummer NICK MENZA Out Of MEGADETH, EIDOLON's SHAWN DROVER Steps In
Drummer Nick Menza has been replaced in the lineup for the upcoming MEGADETH tour, according to a posting on MEGADETH's web site. In his place will be Shawn Drover (EIDOLON). "We look forward to the upcoming tour with Shawn and wish Nick best of luck in his next endeavor," the posting adds. Shawn jo...October 18, 2004
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STARWOOD To Support UFO, VINCE NEIL
Los Angeles-based rock outfit STARWOOD, featuring members of the Eighties heavy metal band LIZZY BORDEN, will be supporting MÖTLEY CRÜE singer Vince Neil on a U.K. tour in November. The band will also be the support act for the legendary UFO at the House of Blues Hollywood, CA. Confirmed dates are a...October 14, 2004
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