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Origin of the Species

You surely know that the roots of LED ZEPPELIN's trailblazing music descended directly from America blues. But how much do you really know about the inspirations and influences of guitarist Jimmy Page, vocalist Robert Plant, bassist John Paul Jones, and drummer John Bonham, specifically the years be...

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Legendary New Jersey Rock Club Resurrected In Upcoming Adventure Series

Before closing its doors for good in 2003, the Birch Hill nightclub played host to many bands — from ACE FREHLEY to KING'S X. You name the band and they have played there. The Birch Hill has long since been closed, but a new life has been given to the club in the upcoming multimedia ...

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FALCONER: 'Northwind' Title Track Available For Download

The title track from Swedish epic/power metallers FALCONER's upcoming fifth studio album, entitled "Northwind" — their first since the departure of singer Kristoffer Göbel and return of Mathias Blad — has been made available for download at this location. Commented guitarist Stefan Weinerhall: "'Nor...

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GLENN HUGHES Inspires Rock Delirium for 10,000 Bulgarians

According to Novinite.com, Bulgarian fans of the old-time rock sound partied Monday night (August 21) with DEEP PURPLE legend Glenn Hughes, backed by local stars. The warm-up for the show was entrusted to Bulgaria's landmark SIGNAL and BTR, as well as the HIPODIL band. According to reports, 10,000 h...

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GLENN HUGHES Receives Warm Welcome In Bulgaria

According to Novinite.com, DEEP PURPLE legend — and recovering alcoholic — Glenn Hughes received a bottle of Bulgarian red wine from a diehard fan (photo) upon his arrival in Bulgaria on Monday (August 21),media revealed. Hughes arrived at the Varna Airport before heading for the small seaside town...

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WITCHKILLER Guitarist Talks About Band's Classic 'Day Of The Saxons' EP

Dragonight.de has published the first-ever online interview with a member of the classic Canadian heavy metal legend WITCHKILLER. Guitarist Kurt Phillips answered questions about the band's deal with Metal Blade Records, recording the legendary "Day of the Saxons" EP and band's history, most of whic...

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VAINS OF JENNA To Release Debut Album Via BAM MARGERA's New Label

After thrilling crowds in Europe, Sweden's VAINS OF JENNA have set their sights on the U.S. with the release of their full-length debut album "Lit Up / Let Down". Due out October 24, "Lit Up / Let Down" marks the first release on skateboarding legend Bam Margera's new label Filthy Note. Bam (also of...

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FALCONER: 'Northwind' Preview Available

Swedish epic/power metallers FALCONER have uploaded a low-quality MP3 "teaser" for their upcoming fifth studio album, entitled "Northwind" — their first since the departure of singer Kristoffer Göbel and return of Mathias Blad. Download it at this location. Commented guitarist Stefan Weinerhall: "'N...

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DIMEBAG's 'March Of Dimeday' To Air On SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO's 'Hard Attack'

Sirius Satellite Radio's Hard Attack will present the second annual March Of Dimeday on Sunday, August 20. March Of Dimeday celebrates the life and music of PANTERA/DAMAGEPLAN guitar legend Darrell "Dimebag" Abbott. It's 24 hours of all things Dimebag; in addition to clips from the man himself, it w...

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Chapter 1: Between the Bridges

It's a horribly inappropriate metaphor, given the eating and drinking habits of many in this scene, but aren't good old-school hardcore records kind of the audio equivalent of a bacon cheeseburger and a cheap cold beer? Sure, it's nice to see bands spreading their wings, getting all technical, meldi...

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WHITESNAKE's U.S. Return Delayed After Terror Scare

Vocalist David Coverdale and the rest of WHITESNAKE were delayed in their return to the U.S. from Europe yesterday (Thursday, August 10) after authorities foiled a terror plot in London. Coverdale wrote on the band's message board, "Well, looks like they don't want us to leave! Don't worry... there...

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PYRAMAZE To Film DVD At PROGPOWER USA VII Festival

Danish/American metallers PYRAMAZE, featuring ex-BALANCE OF POWER singer Lance King, will record a live DVD at this year's ProgPower USA VII festival, set to take place September 15-16 at Earthlink Live in Atlanta, Georgia. The band's setlist is expected to be "an equal mix of songs from both of the...

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TRIBE OF GYPSIES Offer Up Peace Anthem: 'Stop Bombing Each Other!'

Los Angeles, CA-based Latin hard rockers TRIBE OF GYPSIES, featuring acclaimed guitarist/producer/songwriter Roy Z, (JUDAS PRIEST, BRUCE DICKINSON),have uploaded a full-length version of "Stop Bombing Each Other!" at their MySpace page. The song comes off the band's brand new album, "Dweller On The...

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WHITESNAKE Signs European Deal With SPV; New Live Album Due In November

Steamhammer/SPV has announced the signing of WHITESNAKE, one of the greatest and most acclaimed hard rock acts of all time. November 3, 2006 in Germany and November 6, 2006 in Europe will see the arrival of WHITESNAKE's new double live album, "Live ... In The Shadow Of The Blues", capturing for post...

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Legend Land

Though I'm not always in the mood for the typical goth/ethereal/classically-influenced Napalm band, almost every time I get around to reviewing a release, I find it a breath of fresh air and a quality product. The trend continues with the "Legend Land" MCD, the follow-up to LEAVES' EYES' critically...