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JUDAS PRIEST's DOWNING On Performing 'British Steel': 'There Is Definitely Magic In The Air'
JUDAS PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing recently spoke to Tommy Mann, Jr. of The Orange Leader about the band's current "British Steel" 30th-anniversary tour, which kicked off on June 29 at the Murat Theatre in Indianapolis, Indiana. "We just thought this would be a real treat for the fans," Downing sai...July 22, 2009
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SEPULTURA Frontman To Perform With ONSLAUGHT In São Paulo
MUSICA DIABLO — the São Paulo, Brazil-based thrash metal project featuring SEPULTURA singer Derrick Green, guitarist Andre NM (NITROMINDS),drummer Marcão (AÇÃO DIRETA, DEAD FISH) and bassist Ricardo Brigas — has uploaded a remixed and remastered version of one of its earliest recordings, "Flame Of...July 22, 2009
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KISS: Halifax Video Footage, Review Available
Video footage of KISS performing the song "Detroit Rock City" last night (Saturday, July 18) at Halifax Commons in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada can be viewed below. Read a review of the concert from TheChronicleHerald.ca. KISS is tentatively scheduled to release its new album in early October. Songt...July 19, 2009
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Y&T's One-Armed Drummer
In a strange coincidence, three American rock drummers sustained injuries while on separate tours during Europe's summer festival season: Chad Smith (CHICKENFOOT),Tommy Aldridge (THIN LIZZY),and Mike Vanderhule (Y&T). CHICKENFOOT and THIN LIZZY cancelled their shows, but Vanderhule insisted on...July 17, 2009
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New KISS Album To Arrive In Early October ; Ottawa Footage Available
KISS is tentatively scheduled to release its new album in early October. Songtitles set to appear on the CD include "Russian Roulette", "Modern Day Delilah" and "Stand". Lead guitarist Tommy Thayer wrote and sang his first song on the album, while drummer Eric Singer also got his first opportunity t...July 16, 2009
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HOUSE OF LORDS: New Album Details Revealed; Audio Samples Available
Frontiers Records will release of the brand new HOUSE OF LORDS album, entitled "Cartesian Dreams", on September 18 in Europe and October 13 in the USA. Following the 2008 release of "Come to My Kingdom", a record hailed by critics and fans as one of the highlights of the season, HOUSE OF LORDS carve...July 15, 2009
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Former NEURAXIS Bassist Explains His Departure
Former NEURAXIS bassist Yan Thiel has released the following statement regarding his departure from the group: "NEURAXIS has been an extremely important part of my life. I have been given the opportunity to live many amazing experiences throughout the years. I have had the chance to be part of six a...July 13, 2009
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SEPULTURA Frontman's MUSICA DIABLO: European Tour Postponed
MUSICA DIABLO — the São Paulo, Brazil-based thrash metal project featuring SEPULTURA singer Derrick Green, guitarist Andre NM (NITROMINDS),drummer Marcão (AÇÃO DIRETA, DEAD FISH) and bassist Ricardo Brigas — has postponed its European tour to early 2010 from the previously announced October 2009. T...July 13, 2009
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History, Hits & Highlights '68 - '76
You better be a DEEP PURPLE fan that can never get enough to make it through "History, Hits & Highlights '68 – '76", all 287 minutes of it! And that's not saying the product doesn't offer everything you ever wanted to know about the revered British group's first continuous era; only that it's on...July 13, 2009
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Ex-THIN LIZZY Frontman JOHN SYKES: 'It's Time To Get Back To Playing My Own Music'
Former THIN LIZZY guitarist/vocalist John Sykes has released the following statement regarding his departure from the group: "First, I would like to thank the fans for all the support over the years and say it has been truly a privilege and an honor to sing and play Philip's [Lynott] great songs in...July 10, 2009
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REV THEORY, CAVO, 16 SECOND STARE To Perform On CRÜE FEST 2's Monster Energy Stage
MÖTLEY CRÜE's summer festival tour, Crüe Fest 2, recently announced a partnership with Monster Energy to add an additional stage at this year's festival. The new Monster Energy Stage doubles the entertainment value at Crüe Fest 2 with five extra bands showcasing the next generation of rock, includin...July 9, 2009
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GENE SIMMONS Reveals More New KISS Songtitles
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has told The Canadian Press that the band's new album, which is due this fall, will feature such songtitles as "Russian Roulette", "Modern Day Delilah" and "Stand". Lead guitarist Tommy Thayer will write and sing his first song on the album, while drummer Eric Sing...July 9, 2009
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NEURAXIS Parts Ways With Drummer And Bassist, Seeks Replacements
Montreal's NEURAXIS has parted ways with drummer Tommy McKinnon and bassist Yan Thiel. Commented guitarist Rob Milley: "The time has come again for us to refresh the NEURAXIS family as we are now seeking a new drummer and bassist. Nothing really juicy to tell. For Tommy, his priorities began to diff...July 9, 2009
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SIGNUM REGIS Continuing Work On New Album
Slovak-Swedish melodic metal band SIGNUM REGIS, featuring vocalist Göran Edman (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, GLORY, JOHN NORUM),is putting the finishing touches on its second album. All drums, guitars, bass and most of the keyboards are recorded and pre-mixed. There are also vocals for three songs done, inclu...July 9, 2009
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GURD Drummer Quits
Drummer Mauro "Tschibu" Casciero has left GURD, the Swiss band that formed out of the ashes of the power-thrash metal legends POLTERGEIST. He says in a statement, "This decision has only personal reasons. There are neither conflicts with the band nor the infamous musical differences." He adds, "The...July 8, 2009
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