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SHAMAN, VIPER, TRIBUZY Among DYNAMITE's 'Heavy Metal Album' Nominees
SHAMAN, VIPER and TRIBUZY are among the artists that are nominated for this year's Dynamite award in the "Heavy Metal Album" category. Dynamite is said to be one of the most important awards in the the Brazilian independent music industry, with 21 categories that cover albums, bands, personalities,...September 5, 2008
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GUNS N' ROSES Guitarist BUMBLEFOOT Signs With DEEP/BCD MUSIC GROUP
DEEP/BCD Music Group has announced the signing of GUNS N' ROSES lead guitarist Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal. His latest CD, "Abnormal", which was released on July 1 via all digital outlets, will be made available in October. The DEEP/BCD Music Group version of the album will include an exclusive bonus trac...September 5, 2008
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SCOTT WEILAND: More Solo Album Details Revealed; Tour Dates Announced
Following the success of his red-hot reunion tour with STONE TEMPLE PILOTS, Scott Weiland has announced the release of his highly-anticipated sophomore album, "Happy In Galoshes", out November 18, 2008 via the artist's label Softdrive Records and distributed by New West Records/ RED/ Sony. Rocketing...September 5, 2008
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Report: AC/DC Plans Big Comeback
AC/DC's last two albums, 2000's "Stiff Upper Lip" and 1995's "Ballbreaker", leaned toward the bluesier side of the band, but producer Brendan O'Brien was determined to focus on another aspect of their sound on the band's new CD, "Black Ice". "I was hoping the songs would lend themselves to more of a...September 5, 2008
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Sarnia's BAYFEST Looking To Sign AC/DC
Sarnia, Ontario, Canada's The Observer reports that organizer Michele Stokley has confirmed Bayfest is trying to sign AC/DC for next summer's outdoor music festival. The Australian rockers announced last week they will tour for the first time in eight years in support of their new album, Black Ice",...September 4, 2008
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GENE SIMMONS To Speak At This Weekend's 'Life@50+ National Event & Expo'
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons will be one of the featured speakers at AARP's annual Life@50+ National Event & Expo, set to take place September 4-6, 2008 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. This national event for AARP members and their friends and families wil...September 3, 2008
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AIRBOURNE Frontman On Touring With Heavier Bands, Constant Comparisons To AC/DC
MetalSucks conducted an interview with AIRBOURNE lead singer/guitarist Joel O'Keefe at the Rockstar Energy Mayhem Festival stop at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island, New York. O'Keefe shared his thoughts about hard partying on the road, being the only hard rock act on an extreme metal tour, and the con...September 3, 2008
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RHINO Records NAPALM DEATH Cover For Forthcoming Tribute
Spanish heavy rockers RHINO have recorded a cover version of the NAPALM DEATH song "Narcoleptic" for a forthcoming Spanish tribute to NAPALM DEATH, with a special guest appearance on vocals by Tito from PHANTOM GROUND. The sessions took place at The Room in Barcelona. RHINO recently finalized the tr...September 2, 2008
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Review: 'Black Ice' Is AC/DC's Most Consistent And Accessible Release Since 'Back in Black'
NEWS.com.au editor David Higgins today heard seven tracks from AC/DC's new album, "Black Ice", in the studios of the band's Sydney headquarters, Albert Music. According to Higgins, the songs — "Anything Goes", "War Machine", "Stormy May Day", "She Likes Rock 'N' Roll", "Money Made" and "Black Ice",...August 29, 2008
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POISONBLACK: Another New Song Posted Online
POISONBLACK — the Finnish band featuring former SENTENCED frontman Ville Laihiala — has posted another new track, "X", on its MySpace page. POISONBLACK's new album, "A Dead Heavy Day", will be released through Century Media Records in Europe on the following dates: * Germany, Austria, Switzerland, B...August 29, 2008
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WARGASM To Perform Acoustic Set On WAAF's 'Bay State Rock'
Boston's legendary thrashers WARGASM will take part in a four-song acoustic performance on Sunday, August 31 on WAAF's "Bay State Rock" show with Carmelita. The performance will also include members of STEEL ASSASSIN and GOZU and will feature original WARGASM songs as well as NWOBHM classics. The pr...August 28, 2008
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AC/DC: 'Black Ice' Deluxe Edition Detailed
According to a posting on the unofficial AC/DC web site AC/DC Highway To Hell, a limited-edition "deluxe edition" version of AC/DC's new "Black Ice" will include a blue AC/DC logo and will be packaged in a special hardcover package. It will also come with a 30-page expanded booklet with exclusive ne...August 28, 2008
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AC/DC: New Single Available For Streaming
AC/DC's new single, "Rock 'N Roll Train", can be streamed on the band's official web site. The track, from the group's upcoming album "Black Ice", will arrive at radio stations nationwide on Thursday (August 28). According to Billboard.com, which got an advance listen to the album, "Black Ice" is a...August 28, 2008
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AC/DC: New Single To Receive World Premiere Tonight
AC/DC's new single, "Rock 'N Roll Train", will receive its world premiere on www.iHeartMusic.com tonight at midnight. The track, from the group's upcoming album "Black Ice", will arrive at radio stations nationwide on Thursday (August 28). According to Billboard.com, which got an advance listen to t...August 27, 2008
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MACHINE HEAD: New Video Interview With DAVE MCCLAIN Available
Metal Til Death conducted an interview with MACHINE HEAD drummer Dave McClain on August 17 at the Nissan Pavilion in Bristow, Virginia (where the band was performing as part of the Rockstar Mayhem Energy Festival tour). Watch the chat in two parts below. McClain recently spoke to the Artisan News Se...August 27, 2008
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