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VELVET REVOLVER DVD To Feature Live, Backstage Footage
VELVET REVOLVER drummer Matt Sorum recently spoke to Launch Radio Networks about the group's upcoming DVD, which is tentatively due late summer. "We're working on it right now," he said. "We're cutting it up. Shot that down in Houston early on, and we did a lot of footage backstage and stuff, so it...May 13, 2005
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GLENN HUGHES: New Touring Drummer Announced
According to a post at GHPG.net, Swedish drummer Sebastian Sippola will take over Thomas Broman's spot in Glenn Hughes's (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK SABBATH) live European band lineup, as he has been asked to join Glenn and his band for their summer tour. Sippola's first appearance with Hughes will take pla...May 13, 2005
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VARG VIKERNES: Controversial BURZUM Leader Speaks From Norwegian Prison
Former BURZUM leader Varg Vikernes (a.k.a. Count Grishnackh),who is currently serving a 21-year Norwegian prison term for the August 1993 murder of MAYHEM guitarist Oystein Aarseth (a.k.a. Euronymous),recently spoke to MetalCrypt.com about his controversial political beliefs and the possibility of...May 12, 2005
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VELVET REVOLVER To Appear On 'Fantastic Four' Soundtrack
According to Sp1at.com, a spokesperson for VELVET REVOLVER has confirmed that the band have recorded a new song for the "Fantastic Four" soundtrack. The film, which is about a group of astronauts who gain superpowers after exposure to cosmic radiation, is due for release in the U.S. on July 8. A tra...May 12, 2005
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RAMESSES Announce European Tour Dates
The bludgeoning slow-motion trancending-doom trio RAMESSES, who feature in their ranks the former rhythm section of ELECTRIC WIZARD, continue to bulldoze their mark into the ranks of the best of their genre. With a mere demo, split release, and EP on the market, they're already inarguably one of the...May 7, 2005
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SCOTT WEILAND To Be Joined By Musician DANIEL LANOIS During 'Last Call' Performance
Scott Weiland of VELVET REVOLVER and STONE TEMPLE PILOTS has accepted an invitation to make a special solo appearance on NBC-TV's "Last Call with Carson Daly", to air May 19. The charismatic, controversial frontman will tape an exclusive performance of a song he recently wrote and produced. Scott wi...May 6, 2005
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DEF LEPPARD Still Planning To Release Covers Album
Launch Radio Networks reports: DEF LEPPARD's latest single, a cover of BADFINGER's "No Matter What", appears on the group's upcoming compilation, "Rock of Ages: The Definitive Collection". But it's also part of a larger project, an all-covers album that the group started working on in 2004. Frontman...May 4, 2005
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HANOI ROCKS Confirmed For Holland's ARROW ROCK FESTIVAL
Finnish rock 'n' rollers HANOI ROCKS have been confirmed for the Arrow Rock Festival, set to take place June 11 in Lichtenvoorde, the Netherlands. Also scheduled to perform at the festival are DREAM THEATER, GLENN HUGHES, KANSAS, MEAT LOAF, THUNDER, LOU GRAMM, STYX and LITTLE RIVER BAND. For more in...May 3, 2005
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L.A. GUNS Begin Recording New Album
L.A. GUNS officially commenced the recording sessions for their new album on Monday (May 2),according to a post on the group's web site. "I'm told the new stuff is awesome and from the two songs I've personally hear (just demos mind you),I have to agree," the band's webmaster writes. "The new CD s...May 3, 2005
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SAMMY HAGAR Autographed Guitars Available In HARD ROCK CAFE Contest
Launch Radio Networks reports: Sammy Hagar is teaming with the Hard Rock Cafe chain for his favorite holiday — Cinco De Mayo. Hagar has signed a bunch of electric guitars, and they'll be given away at select Hard Rock locations around the country next Thursday (May 5),to mark the Mexican-themed cel...April 29, 2005
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TWISTED SISTER: Philadelphia Concert To Raise Money For Band's Soundman
According to The Inquirer, TWISTED SISTER's Dee Snider says he pushed for Philadelphia as the site for a concert to raise money for the band's soundman and friend, Charlie Barrecca, who needs a liver transplant. The July 15 show is at the Electric Factory (7th & Willow). Tickets are $30 and go o...April 29, 2005
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VELVET REVOLVER Drummer Says He's 'Not Afraid' Of Playing OZZFEST
Launch Radio Networks reports: Though it's been common knowledge for several weeks, VELVET REVOLVER has officially announced its participation in Ozzfest 2005. The quintet will play the final seven dates of the 26-city tour beginning on August 23, taking over IRON MAIDEN's slot on the Ozzfest mainst...April 29, 2005
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MÖTLEY CRÜE's NIKKI SIXX: 'This Is Not A Fucking Farewell Tour'
The four members of MÖTLEY CRÜE recently spoke to Sylvie Simmons of the U.K.'s Guardian about their current "Red White and Crüe" world tour. Several excerpts from the interview follow: On their well-publicized drug problems: Nikki Sixx: "We lost perspective. We almost didn't survive. But isn't that...April 28, 2005
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IRON MAIDEN Drummer Confirmed For LONDON GUITAR SHOW 2005
IRON MAIDEN drummer Nicko McBrain has confirmed that he will be joining guitarist Phil Hilborne for a live performance at the forthcoming London Guitar Show 2005 on May 7-8 at the Wembley Conference Centre. Also appearing will be bassist Jaz Lochrie (bass) and "special guests." For more information,...April 23, 2005
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DEE SNIDER Offers Heavy Metal Help To Pennsyvania High School Rockers: Video Available
NBC10.com is reporting that a Hamburg, Pennsylvania High School rock group wasn't going to take its exclusion from a school talent show, so they fought it and got some heavy metal help from a TWISTED SISTER. Earlier this year, the school administrators decided that no rock bands with electric instru...April 22, 2005
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