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STAIND, Ex-THREE DAYS GRACE, FINGER ELEVEN Members Launch SAINT ASONIA; 'Better Place' Single Released

SAINT ASONIA is the name of a new rock "supergroup" led by former THREE DAYS GRACE frontman Adam Gontier, with the rest of the group consisting of STAIND guitarist Mike Mushok, ex-FINGER ELEVEN drummer Rich Beddoe and journeyman bassist Corey Lowery. SAINT ASONIA is currently putting the finishing t...

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DEE SNIDER's 'Strangeland' Horror Film Gets A Reboot

Emaji, Inc. has announced that its entertainment division, Emaji Entertainment, has acquired the rights to reboot Dee Snider's "Strangeland", the 1998 horror film written by and starring Snider, the frontman of heavy metal giant TWISTED SISTER. Dee Snider's portrayal of Carlton Hendricks (a.k.a. Cap...

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THE DEAD DAISIES Featuring GUNS N' ROSES, Ex-MÖTLEY CRÜE Members: 'Midnight Moses' Video

Back in February 2015, THE DEAD DAISIES got the chance to play some rock'n'roll in Cuba and it proved a revelation. The revelation became a revolution as the boys started conceiving their next album. The passion they'd experienced in Cuba was confirmation — the world needs to be reminded that classi...

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DEVOUR THE DAY Signs To RAZOR & TIE

Razor & Tie has announced the signing of hard rockers DEVOUR THE DAY to a worldwide deal. The band is currently in the studio with producer Dan Korneff (PARAMORE, LAMB OF GOD, MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE, PAPA ROACH) working on its new album for a late 2015 release. DEVOUR THE DAY continues to have a st...

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Video: QUEENSRŸCHE Singer TODD LA TORRE Plays Drums For STRYPER On MONSTERS OF ROCK Cruise

Video footage of QUEENSRŸCHE singer Todd La Torre playing drums for STRYPER on April 20 during the Monsters Of Rock cruise can be seen below (courtesy of Hot Metal). La Torre, who has played drums since the age of 13, was asked in a 2013 interview if fans could ever expect to see ...

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THE DEAD DAISIES Featuring GUNS N' ROSES, Ex-MÖTLEY CRÜE Members: 'Midnight Moses' Song Premiere

Back in February 2015, THE DEAD DAISIES got the chance to play some rock'n'roll in Cuba and it proved a revelation. The revelation became a revolution as the boys started conceiving their next album. The passion they'd experienced in Cuba was confirmation — the world needs to be reminded that classi...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET Taps EVANESCENCE Drummer WILL HUNT For Next Solo Album

STRYPER frontman Michael Sweet is writing material for his next solo album, tentatively due in April/May 2016 via Rat Pak Records. The CD, which Michael promises will be his "best to date," will feature Will Hunt (EVANESCENCE, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY) on drums. As for the bass, "We'll be doing something...

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LACUNA COIL's CRISTINA SCABBIA: 'I Don't Think There Is A Recipe For Success'

Vocalist Cristina Scabbia of Italian heavy rockers LACUNA COIL was interviewed by "Real Nonstop Talent" prior to the band's February 7 concert in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. You can now watch the chat below. Speaking about LACUNA COIL's "secret" to success, Scabbia said: "I have no idea. A lot of people...

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SEVENDUST Completes Recording Tenth Studio Album

SEVENDUST has finished recording its tenth studio album for a tentative July release. The CD was once again recorded at Architekt Music studios in Butler, New Jersey. In a recent interview with Loudwire, SEVENDUST guitarist John Connolly stated about the band's new material: "It's funny, you come ou...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET: 'We Are Not A Christian Rock Band'

In a brand new interview with CrypticRock.com, STRYPER guitarist/vocalist Michael Sweet was asked what he thinks about the current Christian metal and rock scene "I do not really keep up with it," he replied. "I come from a different school of thought and I do not like all the labels. I do not ...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET: There's A Reason Albums From '70s And '80s Still Top Sales Charts

STRYPER guitarist/vocalist Michael Sweet has clarified his recent comments regarding the quality of the new rock albums being released today, explaining that "we all need to strive to write, record and produce great music." In a new post on his Facebook page, Sweet wrote: "I know sometimes things th...

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STRYPER's MICHAEL SWEET Says A Lot Of Good Rock Bands Are Putting Out 'Crap' New Music

In a brand new interview with Guitar International, STRYPER guitarist/vocalist Michael Sweet was asked for his take on the Grammy Awards overlooking rock and heavy metal. "It's really crazy," Sweet responded. "I'm a fan of all types of good music. When I hear a song, I don't care if it's R&B, co...

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SEVENDUST: Snippet Of New Song From Forthcoming Album

A short snippet of a new SEVENDUST song can be streamed in the Instagram video below. The track will appear on the band's new album, which is being recorded at Architekt Music studios in Butler, New Jersey for a tentative July release. In a recent interview with Loudwire, SEVENDUST guitarist John Co...

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STRYPER Recording Cover Version Of BLACK SABBATH's 'After Forever' For 'Fallen' Album

Christian hard rockers STRYPER are recording a cover version of the BLACK SABBATH classic "After Forever" for inclusion on their new album, "Fallen", to be released in late 2015 via Frontiers. The CD was tracked at SpiritHouse Recording Studios in Northampton, Massachusetts. STRYPER guitarist/vocali...

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LACUNA COIL's CRISTINA SCABBIA: 'No Matter What You Do, You Will Be Criticized By Somebody'

Andrew Epstein of FlinkTO conducted an interview with vocalist Cristina Scabbia of Italian heavy rockers LACUNA COIL before the band's September 29, 2014 concert at The Opera House in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. You can now watch the chat below. A couple of excerpts follow (transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH...