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JORN's 'The Gathering' To Receive North American Release This Month
Locomotive Records has set a January 29 North American release date for "The Gathering" by former MASTERPLAN vocalist Jorn Lande (who is performing/recording under the name JORN). Born in Norway in 1968, Jorn grew up grooving to '70s rock. That particular aesthetic can be heard all over "The Gatheri...January 23, 2008
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JON OLIVA'S PAIN: 'Global Warning' Artwork Revealed
JON OLIVA'S PAIN, the band led by SAVATAGE mastermind Jon Oliva, has revealed the cover artwork for its upcoming album, "Global Warning", due in Europe on March 21 via AFM Records (Locomotive Records in the U.S.). JON OLIVA'S PAIN drummer Christopher Kinder stated about the CD, "Some of these songs...January 23, 2008
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BLACK COMEDY: New Song Available For Download
The track "Prime Specimen" from new Norwegian modern metallers BLACK COMEDY has been made available for download at this location. The song comes off the group's debut album, "Instigator", which will be released through Season of Mist on February 18 in Europe and February 26 in the USA. "Instigator"...January 22, 2008
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ANNIHILATOR Mainman Comments On ICED EARTH's Split With TIM 'RIPPER' OWENS
About.com's Chad Bower recently conducted an interview with ANNIHILATOR mainman Jeff Waters. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow: About.com: "Metal" has been out for nearly a year in Europe. What was the delay in getting a North American release? Jeff Waters: I've been away from the states sin...January 21, 2008
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BLACK COMEDY To Release Debut Album Next Month
New Norwegian modern metallers BLACK COMEDY will release their debut album, "Instigator", through Season of Mist on February 18 in Europe and February 26 in the USA. "Instigator" was recorded at Strand Studio in Oslo Norway during 2007. The album was produced by Marius Strand and co-produced by Bjor...January 18, 2008
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Ex-CIRCLE II CIRCLE Guitarist Joins JON OLIVA'S PAIN As Touring Member
DORIAN/ex-CIRCLE II CIRCLE guitarist Tom McDyne has joined JON OLIVA'S PAIN — the solo project of SAVATAGE mastermind Jon Oliva — as a touring member for the band's 2008 European headlining trek. In a recent interview with Metal Express Radio, McDyne stated about his collaboration with Oliva, "Jon O...January 18, 2008
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DON DOKKEN On 'Lightning Strikes Back', Upcoming Solo Album
Marko Syrjälä of Metal-Rules.com recently conducted an interview with DOKKEN mainman Don Dokken. A couple of excerpts from the the chat follow: Metal-Rules.com: What is happening with new the DOKKEN album "Lightning Strikes Back"? It's been in the works for about two years now? Dokken: Yeah it's bee...January 17, 2008
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SCORPIONS Drummer Discusses Future Plans
Dave's On Tour recently conducted an interview with SCORPIONS drummer James Kottak. A few excerpts from the chat follow: Dave's On Tour: 2007 was another big touring year for the SCORPIONS, and it also marked the release of their new record, "Humanity - Hour 1". Before I ask you any questions about...January 16, 2008
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SCORPIONS: TV Documentary Posted Online
A three-part 2007 documentary on the veteran German hard rockers SCORPIONS — celebrating the the band's 35th anniversary greatest-hits album, "Deadliest Stings – Greatest Hits" (released only in Southeast Asia) — can be viewed below. "Live At Wacken Open Air 2006: A Night To Remember - A Journey Thr...January 16, 2008
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AMORPHIS Confirmed As Second Headliner Of PROGPOWER USA IX
Finland's AMORPHIS has been confirmed as the second headliner of ProgPower USA IX. America's premiere metal festival returns to Center Stage in Atlanta on September 26 and September 27. "AMORPHIS may not fit the stereotypical profile, but they truly are a progressive giant in this scene," said ProgP...January 15, 2008
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DAVE MUSTAINE On Classic MEGADETH Lineup, METALLICA And Sharing Stage With 'Satanic' Bands
According to The Metal Report, the March 2008 issue of Revolver magazine features MEGADETH frontman Dave Mustaine in a piece called "Going Postal" where fans ask their favorite musicians questions. A couple of excerpts from the article follow: Revolver: How do you feel when fans say MEGADETH's best...January 15, 2008
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THE WILDHEARTS Frontman Schedules Acoustic Tour
THE WILDHEARTS frontman Ginger will hit the road in the UK in February/March, playing acoustic shows backed by Jon Poole and Jase Edwards. Confirmed dates are as follows: Feb. 22 - Blackpool, Riffs Feb. 24 - Glasgow, Barfly Feb. 25 - Sheffield, Corporation Feb. 26 - Manchester, Rockworld Feb. 27 - L...January 15, 2008
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FEAR FACTORY Guitarist Schedules NAMM Appearance
FEAR FACTORY guitarist/producer Christian Olde Wolbers will sign autographs for Randall Amplifiers at the NAMM convention this Friday, January 18, 2007 from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. He'll be at the Randall booth. He will be present alongside other highly acclaimed players, including Mike Amott of A...January 14, 2008
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ICED EARTH To Headline PROGPOWER USA Festival
ICED EARTH has been confirmed as the headliner of this year's ProgPower USA festival, set to be held September 26-27 at Center Stage in Atlanta, GA. It will be a rare opportunity to see the band, now that they are restricted in the amount of touring they can undergo due to the return of vocalist ...January 14, 2008
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ICED EARTH Guitarist: JON SCHAFFER Is 'One Of The Hardest-Working Guys I Know'
ICED EARTH's official Brazilian web site, Brazil Under Ice, has been updated with a brand new interview with the group's guitarist Troy Seele. A couple of excerpts from the question-and-answer session follow: Q: Tell us a bit about your life, when did you start do play guitar, and what bands did you...January 13, 2008
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