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Preemptive Strike

I had a good feeling about this one before I even listened to the music; something about that cover art I guess. Whatever the reason for plucking ENTRENCHED's "Preemptive Strike" out of the towering piles of self- released discs that clog my mailbox, the pluck was a fortuitous one. Guitarist/bassist...
May 9, 2011
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Slaver

Not to be interpreted as "death to thashers", quite to the contrary TRASHER DEATH stalked the Polish underground playing a filthy version of thrash metal with the pre-death leanings heard from stateside acts like DARK ANGEL and POSSESSED. Recognizing the value to old and new school thrash heads alik...
May 8, 2011
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All Life Ends

To crust or not to crust; that is the question. On "All Life Ends" DEATHRAID answers that question in terms that are so definitive it's ridiculous. We're talking D-beat, DISCHARGE, and a mouth full of blood and broken teeth definitive. The words "raw" and "infected" also come to mind. Featuring ex-m...
May 8, 2011
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DOWN: More Footage Of NYC Head-Slicing Incident Available

DOWN guitarist Pepper Keenan accidentally hit the band's frontman, Philip Anselmo, in the head with his guitar during the group's headlining performance on April 28 at the Best Buy Theater in New York City. The incident took place in the middle of the third song of DOWN's set, "Lifer", which Anselmo...
May 8, 2011
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THE 69 EYES: New Video Interview With JYRKI 69

Sonic Shocks conducted an interview with singer Jyrki 69 of Finnish goth metallers THE 69 EYES when the band played in Norwich, England on March 25, 2011 during the Dark Decadence Tour 2011 with CRASHDET and HARDCORE SUPERSTAR. You can now watch the chat below. THE 69 EYES's latest album, "Back In B...
May 8, 2011
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THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER: Audio Samples Of Entire 'Ritual' Album Available

Michigan's unstoppable sons of molten melodic death metal THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER will release their new album, "Ritual", in Europe on June 17 and in North America on June 21 via Metal Blade Records. The effort will also be available as a box set, limited to 2,000 units including special, exclusive...
May 7, 2011
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KISS-Themed Costumes and Accessories Coming From Rubie's Costume

The "Hottest Band in the World" is about to set Halloween on fire! KISS and Rubie's Costume company, the world's largest manufacturer of Halloween costumes and costume accessories, have announced a worldwide licensing deal to recreate the iconic style of the blazing band that is always Dressed to Ki...
May 7, 2011
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JANE'S ADDICTION: Second 'The Great Escape Artist' Behind-The-Scenes Clip Posted Online

The second in a series of "behind-the-scenes" clips from the making of the new JANE'S ADDICTION album, "The Great Escape Artist", can be viewed below. The latest video features footage of the band performing at Lollapalooza Chile on April 3 as well as the revelation that they are using the same soun...
May 6, 2011
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BLACK SABBATH's BILL WARD Talks About OZZY OSBOURNE's 'Blizzard Of Ozz' (Video)

On May 31, music fans will have their first taste of reissues from rock icon OZZY OSBOURNE's catalog of work with the releases of two albums which form the cornerstone of Ozzy Osbourne's career as a solo artist: "Blizzard Of Ozz" and "Diary Of A Madman" (Epic Records/Legacy Recordings). Long revered...
May 6, 2011
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FIREWIND Drummer's LOVE.MIGHT.KILL Releases New Album Trailer

A new five-and-a-half-minute trailer for "Brace For Impact", the debut album from LOVE.MIGHT.KILL, the German/Italian melodic metal band led by drummer Michael Ehr (FIREWIND, ULI JON ROTH, METALIUM),can be viewed below. The CD is scheduled for release on June 17 via Massacre Records. "Brace For Imp...
May 5, 2011
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OZZY OSBOURNE: Tracks From 'Diary', 'Blizzard Of Ozz' Reissues Headed To 'Rock Band'

In an interview with Game Informer, Harmonix's Chris Rigopulos revealed the slate of downloadable content in store for Rock Band this month, including tracks from the upcoming reissues of two legendary OZZY OSBOURNE albums, "Diary Of A Madman" and "Blizzard Of Ozz". On May 31, music fans will have t...
May 4, 2011
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MTLEY CRE: More BAMBOOZLE Press-Conference Footage Available

The four members of MTLEY CRE held a special press conference Sunday (May 1) at Bamboozle in East Rutherford, New Jersey during which they revealed details about their summer tour. The unveiling included images and a description of their new set design, the set list decided by fans and a surprise an...
May 3, 2011
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TARJA TURUNEN: Moscow Photos, Video Footage Available

Russia's Darkside e-zine has posted high-quality photos of former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen's April 29, 2011 concert at Arena Moscow in Moscow. Turunen's setlist was as follows: 01. If You Believe (instrumental) 02. Anteroom Of Death 03. My Little Phoenix 04. I Feel Immortal 05. Dark Star 06. I...
May 3, 2011
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KITTIE, TOILET BOYS, RICHIE SCARLET Featured On RUNAWAYS Tribute Album

Before HOLE, before THE PRETENDERS, before THE SLITS, there were THE RUNAWAYS… Whether you consider them to be proto-punk rockers or heavy metal guitar heroes, there is no doubt that they helped to change the shape and perception of women in the male-dominated field of rock 'n' roll forever. Cherie...
May 2, 2011
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Snippet Of Never-Before-Seen Concert Footage Of OZZY OSBOURNE And RANDY RHOADS

On May 31, music fans will have their first taste of reissues from rock icon OZZY OSBOURNE's catalog of work with the releases of two albums which form the cornerstone of Ozzy Osbourne's career as a solo artist: "Blizzard Of Ozz" and "Diary Of A Madman" (Epic Records/Legacy Recordings). Long revered...
May 2, 2011