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LOSTPROPHETS' IAN WATKINS: 'We Just Want To Make A Great Rock Album'
LOSTPROPHETS frontman Ian Watkins has lashed out at critics who have labeled the sextet a nu-metal "boy band" and promised that the group aren't about to "sell out" on their second album. "We grew up as punk kids with that DIY ethic," Watkins told Kerrang! magazine, “and now everyone thinks we're bi...October 1, 2002
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KISS To Play One-Off Show In Australia?
KISS are rumored to be planning a return to Australia for a one-off concert at Melbourne's Colonial Stadium in late February/early March 2003. If the unconfirmed reports are to be believed, this unique show will feature the band playing with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra who will all be wearing K...September 30, 2002
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THE CULT Confirm Split With ATLANTIC — Band 'On Hiatus'
THE CULT have officially split with Lava/Atlantic Records (who released the band's acclaimed 2001 CD, Beyond Good & Evil) and are currently "on hiatus," according to guitarist Billy Duffy and vocalist Ian Astbury, who were the featured guests on the syndicated radio show Rockline last night. Alt...September 24, 2002
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'BLACK SABBATH Story' Videos To Be Released On DVD
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TWO 'BLACK SABBATH STORY' HOME VIDEOS TO BE RELEASED ON DVD AND VHS BY SANCTUARY ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2002 BLACK SABBATH pioneered true heavy metal, and a fascinating look into the British band's turbulent history is covered on two individual DVD and VHS releases, The Black Sabbat...September 15, 2002
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ANTHRAX Film Scene For HELEN MIRREN Movie
ANTHRAX filmed a scene last week for an upcoming Helen Mirren movie, Calendar Girls, due sometime next year. Commented guitarist Scott Ian: "It's a true story about these British women that posed for a sexy calendar to raise money for charity. It became huge and they came to LA to be on Jay Leno. Ou...September 12, 2002
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THE CULT Frontman Named 'Permanent' Member Of THE DOORS
THE CULT frontman Ian Astbury and former POLICE drummer Stewart Copeland have "permanently" joined THE DOORS and will record new music with the group during 2003, keyboardist Ray Manzarek told Billboard.com. "Stewart is drumming from here on out. Ian is singing from here on out. We're not doing a TV...September 10, 2002
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IRON MAIDEN Trio Join DEEP PURPLE During London Gig
Three members of IRON MAIDEN — drummer Nicko McBrain, guitarist Janick Gers, and vocalist Bruce Dickinson — joined DEEP PURPLE on stage during the latter's concert at London's Hammersmith Apollo on Saturday, September 7th for a rendition of the DP classic "Smoke On The Water" (with McBrain handling...September 9, 2002
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BILLY MILANO: ANTHRAX's SCOTT IAN Is A Soulless Bloodsucker With Zero Integrity
Former S.O.D. and current M.O.D. frontman Billy Milano has accused ANTHRAX of attempting to capitalize on the 9/11 tragedy in order to promote their forthcoming album, We've Come For You All. "What those Arab scumbags did on September 11th is bad enough, but this shit is a fucking disgrace," Milano...September 8, 2002
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Former MSG Frontman Springs Back To Action with New Album, Reissue
SILVER, the new British/German all-star project featuring vocalist Gary Barden (ex-MSG),guitarist Bernie Torme (ex-OZZY OSBOURNE, GILLAN, DESPERADO),keyboardist Don Airey (ex-MSG, TEN),bassist Michael Voss (ex-CASANOVA/currently in DEMON DRIVE) and drummer Marco Minnemann (ex-H-BLOCKX),will issu...September 6, 2002
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MÖTLEY CRÜE To Embark On Farewell Tour In 2003
MÖTLEY CRÜE will embark on a farewell tour in late 2003/early 2004 to coincide with the release of the film version of the group's autobiography, The Dirt, bassist Nikki Sixx has revealed via his latest posting on the band's official web site. "Been knee-deep in getting all the T's crossed and I's d...September 5, 2002
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THE DOORS Perform 'Secret' Hollywood Gig
THE DOORS, featuring THE CULT frontman Ian Astbury and ex-THE POLICE drummer Stewart Copeland, performed a secret show at the House Of Blues in West Hollywood, California last night as a warm-up for their announced reunion show on September 6th at the California Motor Speedway as part of the Harley-...September 4, 2002
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TALISMAN To Record New CD In Italy
Legendary Swedish/American hard rock act TALISMAN, featuring former YNGWIE MALMSTEEN members Jeff Scott Soto (vocals) and Marcel Jacob (bass),will travel to Italy next week to begin recording their new studio album, due in early 2003 through Frontiers Records. While in Italy, TALISMAN will also be...September 2, 2002
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THE CULT: More West Coast Dates Announced
THE CULT have added a couple of more dates to their upcoming west coast mini-tour, which kicks off in mid-October. So far, the following shows have been confirmed: Oct. 15 - San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore Oct. 16 - Las Vegas, NV @ The Joint at The Hard Rock Oct. 18 - Ventura, CA ...August 29, 2002
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THE CULT Line Up West Coast Dates
THE CULT are apparently bouncing back to action with the announcement of upcoming live shows on the west coast in October. So far, the following dates have been confirmed: Oct. 16 – Las Vegas, NV @ Hard Rock Hotel - The Joint Oct. 18 - Ventura, CA @ Ventura Theatre A Los Angeles date at ...August 26, 2002
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DEEP PURPLE Drummer Announces European Clinics, Live Appearances
DEEP PURPLE drummer Ian Paice has lined up several drum clinics and live shows in Europe in late September/early October. Confirmed dates are as follows: Sep. 28 – Wels, AUT @ Alter Schlachthof Oct. 02 - Borgonovo (Piacenza),ITA @ Teatro Capital* Oct. 03 - Civ.Marche (Macerata),ITA @ Cine Teatro R...August 26, 2002
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