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IRON FIRE: 'To The Grave' Release Dates Announced

Danish metallers IRON FIRE will release their new album, "To The Grave", via Napalm Records on the following dates: Jan. 7, 2009 - Finland Jan. 9, 2009 - Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, France, Italy, Benelux Jan. 12, 2009 - Rest of Europe Jan. 27, 2009 - USA, Canada According to the band, "t...

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KISS Coffeehouse-Themed Podcast Available

The newest edition of the popular KISS-themed podcast entitled "PodKISSt" has been released. It is a KISS Coffeehouse-themed show that features an exclusive interview with current KISS guitar player Tommy Thayer! Check it out at www.mykisslife.net/podkisst. KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer performed the...

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MEGADETH's MUSTAINE At GUITARFEST: More Information Available

MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine will be joined by bassist Marco Mendoza (THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, TED NUGENT) and drummer Tommy Aldridge (THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, OZZY OSBOURNE) for a performance at this year's Guitarfest at Music Live (the UK's favorite music-making bash) on Friday, November 7. Mustai...

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Six Bands One Step Closer To Taking Stage With MÖTLEY CRÜE

Guitar Center and MÖTLEY CRÜE announced today the six finalists for the Guitar Center On-Stage: Your Chance To Make Rock History. The final six bands were chosen from a pool of 30 semi-finalists over a period of two days as each semi-finalist performed one song live in front of a panel of industry e...

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CROCELL Signs With CASKET MUSIC

CROCELL, the new Danish death metal band featuring current and former members of COMPOS MENTIS, ADVERSARY, SLUGS, DEMOLITION INC. and MARE CRISIUM, has inked a deal with Casket Music (a division of Copro Records) for the worldwide release of its 11-track debut album, "The God We Drowned". Due on Nov...

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SANCTIFICATION: The Making Of 'Black Reign' Part 3 Available

The third in a series of video episodes documenting the recording process for SANCTIFICATION's sophomore album, "Black Reign", can be viewed below. SANCTIFICATION entered Abyss studio in Sweden on July 7 with producers Tommy and Peter Tägtgren to begin recording "Black Reign". The CD was mixed by Pe...

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GURD Completes Work On 'Your Drug Of Choice'

GURD, the Swiss band formed out of the ashes of the power-thrash metal legends POLTERGEIST, has completed work on its new album, "Your Drug Of Choice", for a January 16, 2009 release via LC Records. The CD features guest appearances by Schmier (DESTRUCTION),Freddy Rotter (ZATOKREV),Mark Elliott (T...

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LYNCH MOB Cutting New Tracks, Seeking Record Deal

Vocalist Oni Logan of the reactivated rockers LYNCH MOB has issued the following update: "All is well here in the land of milk and honey. Finally after four months of being away from the family, I am back [home] in Switzerland for a much-needed visit with my daughter and wife. "Just a little note to...

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Ex-TNT Singer Confirms His Mother Is Battling Cancer

Former TNT and current STARBREAKER vocalist Tony Harnell, who announced earlier in the year that he was canceling his appearance at Firefest V (scheduled to take place October 24-26, 2008 at Rock City in Nottingham, England),has issued the following update: "Some of you may know I canceled Firefest...

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RUSH's NEIL PEART Performs 'YYZ' At Buddy Rich Memorial Concert; Video Available

RUSH drummer Neil Peart took part in the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert this past Saturday night (October 18) at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. A number of other drum virtuosos and musicians were featured, including Nick Rich with THE BUDDY RICH BAND, John Blackwell, Terry Bozzio (ex-FRANK...

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Ex-TNT Singer TONY HARNELL Confirmed For UK's Z ROCK Festival

Former TNT and current STARBREAKER vocalist Tony Harnell has confirmed his appearance at the Z Rock 2009 festival, set to take place May 29-30, 2009 at JB's in Dudley, England. According to a press release, Harnell's set "will be a 'best of' from his long and successful career with TNT, WESTWORLD an...

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GRAVEYARD RODEO Announces New Drummer

Legendary Lousiana hardcore/metal pioneers GRAVEYARD RODEO, who once featured in their ranks current CORROSION OF CONFORMITY guitarist/vocalist Pepper Keenan, have announced the addition of drummer Jerry Paradis (SOURVEIN) to the group's ranks. The band will make its live debut with Jerry this Hallo...

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THIN LIZZY: Munich Footage Available

Video footage of THIN LIZZY's October 12, 2008 concert in Munich, Germany can be viewed below (courtesy of "eblinternational"). THIN LIZZY's current touring lineup: Scott Gorham - Guitar John Sykes - Vocals, Guitar Tommy Aldridge - Drums Francesco DiCosmo - Bass "Dancing In The Moonlight":

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GENITORTURERS: New Tour Dates Announced

Florida-based "shock-rock" band GENITORTURERS, featuring MORBID ANGEL frontman David "Evil D" Vincent on bass, has scheduled the following dates: Oct. 23 - Salt Lake City, UT - Club Vegas Oct. 25 - San Francisco, CA - Treasure Island Exotic Erotic Ball Oct. 26 - West Hollywood, CA - Viper Room Oct....

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RUSH Drummer To Perform At Tonight's 'Buddy Rich Memorial Concert'; Program Revealed

According to a posting on the RUSH fan site RushIsABand.com, RUSH drummer Neil Peart will perform at the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert tonight (Saturday, October 18) at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. EST, with pre-show activities set to kick off at 6:00 p.m. I...