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LARS ULRICH's Father Talks Art, Tennis

METALLICA drummer Lars Ulrich's father, Torben, is currently preparing an exhibit of his artistic renderings on rice paper. Samples of his work can be viewed at the following links: #1, #2, #3, #4. Torben Ulrich recently spoke to the Sports Illustrated about his days as a fixture ...

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A PERFECT CIRCLE: Live Performance DVD In The Works

According to a posting at the A PERFECT CIRCLE fan site APerfectCircle.net, the group intend to put together a proper live performance DVD compiled from footage from both the "Mer De Noms" and "Thirteenth Step" eras of touring. "It may be awhile though; the band will take their time with it and firs...

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TOMMY LEE: New Album To Include Duet With BACKSTREET BOYS Singer?

Former MÖTLEY CRÜE drummer Tommy Lee is currently in the studio with producer Scott Humphrey (ROB ZOMBIE, POWERMAN 5000) recording tracks for his next release. Among the guest musicians tentatively scheduled to appear on the CD are former THE CULT touring bassist/current DOHENY/CAMP FREDDY guitarist...

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QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE: New Album To Feature Horn Section

The QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE web site recently posted a picture of the group's frontman, Josh Homme, conducting a horn section, presumably for the band`s forthcoming follow-up to "Songs for the Deaf". When asked "Why horns?", Homme replied, "Do you know how heavy and intense it is to be in the presen...

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A PERFECT CIRCLE: 'Imagine' Audio Posted Online

A PERFECT CIRCLE's cover of JOHN LENNON's "Imagine" has been posted online in streaming audio. Check it out: Windows Media, Real Audio. The song comes off A PERFECT CIRCLE's upcoming album, "eMOTIVe", due on November 2 through Virgin. To fit with the LP's political positioning, it features 10 covers...

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A PERFECT CIRCLE: 'aMOTION' CD/DVD Details Revealed

A PERFECT CIRCLE have set a November 16 release date through Virgin for "aMOTION", a special CD/DVD package featuring remixes and the group's classic videos. The double-disc "aMOTION" is being described as "the ultimate A PERFECT CIRCLE fan piece," featuring nine remixes of such A PERFECT CIRCLE fav...

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A PERFECT CIRCLE: 'eMOTIVe', 'aMOTION' Artwork Posted Online

The cover artwork for A PERFECT CIRCLE's upcoming album, "eMOTIVe", and remix/DVD album, "aMOTION", have been posted online at the band's official web site. Check them out: eMOTIVe, aMOTION. As previously reported, "eMOTIVe" is scheduled for release on Election Day, November 2. To fit with the LP's...

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MEGADETH: North American Tour Dates Updated

MEGADETH have released the venue information for their upcoming "Blackmail The Universe" North American tour. Support at all dates is expected to come from the Los Angeles-based quintet EARSHOT and an as-yet-unannounced third act. The tour is currently shaping up as follows: Oct. 23 - Reno, NV @ Ren...

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Former BLAZE Guitarist STEVE WRAY Explains His Departure

Former BLAZE guitarist Steve Wray has commented on his decision to leave the group. Writing to the band's official forum, Steve said, "My decision to leave BLAZE has not been one taken lightly and it is with a 'heavy heart,' in some respects, that I leave. There are many reasons for my departure too...

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BLAZE Singer Parts Ways With Rest Of The Band, New Lineup Announced

BLAZE, the British band led by former IRON MAIDEN/WOLFSBANE singer Blaze Bayley, have officially parted ways with guitarists John Slater and Steve Wray. John and Steve "are unable to do the tour dates for the rest of the year," BLAZE manager Neil Marklew writes in a posting on the group's web site....

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New MEGADETH Bassist: DAVE MUSTAINE Has Made Me Feel Like A Member Already

Bassist James MacDonough recently spoke to the ICED EARTH fan site Iced-Realm.de about his departure from ICED EARTH and his new gig as the bassist for MEGADETH. Several exceprts from the interview follow: Iced-Realm.de: How did you get the gig with MEGADETH? James MacDonough: "I knew the album was...

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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY's CATANESE Auctioning Off Guitars Via EBAY

Two guitars previously owned and played by BLACK LABEL SOCIETY's Nick Catanese are currently being auctioned off via eBay. The Gibson Goth SG and a Gibson Explorer guitars come with a letter of authenticity, a signed photo and a personally signed backplate. The Explorer auction ends Sept. 18, while...

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NICK CATANESE Talks About Landing BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Gig, Meeting OZZY

Zakk Wylde's official fan site, www.SDMFworldwide.com, has published an interview with BLACK LABEL SOCIETY guitarist Nick Catanese conducted during Ozzfest 2004. Several excerpts from the interview follow: SDMFworldwide.com: How did you and Zakk meet? Nick: "E-mail. I saw his e-mail address in Metal...

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FATES WARNING Singer Joins REDEMPTION

Sensory Records recording artists REDEMPTION have announced that Ray Alder, legendary vocalist of progressive metal icons FATES WARNING and of his solo project ENGINE, has become the group's new vocalist. He is currently recording vocal tracks for REDEMPTION's second CD, tentatively titled "The Full...

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MEGADETH: Fall 2004 North American Tour Dates Announced

The dates have been announced for MEGADETH's "The System Has Failed" fall 2004 North American tour. Venue information will follow soon. Support at all dates is expected to come from the Los Angeles-based quintet EARSHOT and an as-yet-unannounced third act. MEGADETH's "The System Has Failed" Fall Tou...